Dear Mr Roth

Could you please tell what exact setup are you using on ''Scherzo Alla Paganini'' ? This is the best driven electric guitar tone I have ever heard. I tried many different things but couldn't get even close to it...

Thank you

First I wanna say I'm still living that night at UCLA it was pure magic and I thank you very much for that,especialy when you played FIREWIND you sent my soul n spirit rigth out into space,I hope to see u very soon again,I did place a question a while back on how to get your first 3 electric sun cd's and I notice is very hard to answer the fans questions fast,which I understand fortunately I found them I only had them on vinyl before so it was nice to hear them again on cd without the scratching,my question is do you have a permanent singer now or are u planing to add a singer to your band? the singer u had that night had a great voice!ULI take care and thank you for still playing for all your fans God bless u and keep on jamming,your fan for life,Erwin!(the flying V)

What is your current rig these days besides the Sky Guitar?

hey there ..
first of all let me say to you thanks for your music and inspiration ...
you are unic uli millions of thankx and i know that you wrote the lyrics of children of the sea here in my beloved country Portugal we still miss one show from you here but anyways my question for you is who is or who was Corinna Fortmann
LIFE'S LIKE A RIVER
Music: Ulrich Roth, Rudolf Schenker
Lyrics: Corinna Fortmann
from the cd in trance from the scorpions ..
whats the history behind this music i mean you wrote that she put down 6 lines of the song?
please replay me as soon as possible

After all these years, how does it feel to be in obscurity? I think you are on of the best 3 top guitarists of all time to circle world. How does it feel to be aliveewhen all people care is about ez listening music?

Dear Uli
At first thanks want to say.
Because your music always makes me happy!!
By the way COLMAR - Parc Expo and WACKEN FESTIVAL
were very nice on the live broadcasting that was wonderful with Scorpions.
Is there a plan active together in future?
Then is there a forthcoming plan in Japan?
I wait for a coming day!!
☆Thank you for so much great music...always ☆

Uli, several pictures of you with Scorpions show you onstage with your shirt open, bare chested. Would you ever consider appearing bare chested on stage again in the future. It was a great look, very cool.

hello uli ich bin aus frankreich ,gibt es balb eine dvd von deine letzte konzerte und gibt es noch deine cd aquila suite im verkauf,du bist super bis bald in der schweiz am 10-11 danke .daniel

I have seen a DVD of Brussels 9/21 1990 on ebay. I am curious about it. As after 1985's BTAS and the U.S. tour it seemed like you disappeared until the Jimi tribute show. I met you in Milwaukee in 2004 and it was great but I couldn't see you this year because of personal family upheaval. Your music's in my head every day and seems to come to me at just the right times. I think a lot of people wonder what you were doing then. All I've surmised is you were learning a great deal w/computer graphics, playing the electric piano and continuing to develop on the Sky guitar. Glad to read you're out and about again.

Hey Uli
This time I want to tell you that the only songs which inspire me so much are the songs of Sorpions years. Fly to the rainbow, Polar noghts, Drifting Sun, Robot man , In trance and other are excellent.Why you left Scorpions? I believe that this decision changes the world of rock without any doubt I believe that with you the band wouldn't change so much and you would have the chance to explore a diferent kind of music. My dream is that Uli and Scorpions one day will return in the originall metal.Krautrock,Progressive rock and pschedelic rock combined with elements of 70s metal is the best combination for the best band ever the scorpions of 70s. You with rudolf and klaus were the best line ever.
Thank you , Dimitris

Hey Uli
When I was only 10 years old I bought the live double disc Tokyo tapes. Your vocals was fantastic your guitar too. Now I m 16 and you inspire me to follow your steps in guitar.I don't know how I can play.I work everyday but I can see only a little development. I want from you a little help and some advice. I can't wait to achieve the perfect. Please help me!
Thank you, Dimitris

Dear Uli,

About a week or so ago, I posted a question for you regarding Marshall amps. Let this be an extention to that question. From my research I know that Marshall introduced slightly different versions of the same amp depending on continent/country tat the amp was supposed to be exported to. The amps made for England had only two switches on the front pannell and a Bulgin power connector (plug) on the back. The same model made for the USA had three switches and a regular two-prong cable. From your experience, do you see any differences in sound between the models made for the USA and Europe? Some of these amps have so called lay down power transformers, some had stand-up transformers. Any differences in sound between these two? Which tubes do you like the best? Also, there are quite a few modified amps. Have you ever encountered a decent sounding modded amp?

Hope to see you soon playing live, and hope to shake your hand this time! It would certaily be an honour!

Thanks again,

Janusz

Dear Uli,

Before I start with my question, let me mention that you are most definitely one of the best guitar players I’ve ever seen. Your music, your sound, your virtuosity, your stage persona are absolutely unbelievable. When I think of a true Star, I think of you!

Uli, I know that you’ve been using Marshalls extensively throughout the years and I know that the Marshalls that you use are the old ones. I do understand why; the sound they produce is the best sound ever, that’s why I love them myself. From what I can understand about Marshalls, every one of them has its own “personality”, and sounds different from another one – even if, sometimes, they are only one serial number apart. Some of them sound really good, and some of them are just …”dead”. I’m looking for an old Marshall head – but unfortunately they are not easy to find. One of the sources is eBay, but the disadvantage of it is that you can’t actually hear the amp. My question is: What should I look for when shopping for a Marshall? There were quite a few different types/models of Marshalls; which model sounded the best? From what I know, the power transformer plays a major role if it comes to sound, but is it anything else? (I know, sound is something very subjective, but since I know I like your sound very much, I value your opinion greatly.) Do you still buy old Marshalls? If yes, what’s your source?

Thank you for your time,

Janusz

Uli, finally got to see your show at ucla on may 27 2006. I have always been a fan of your guitar work.I have seen yngwie,steve vai ,satriani and more.I must say you are out of this world I was blown away . I have only one question when are you coming back? please do! I have to bring all my friends to see your show. My brother is a big scorpions fan but he never had a chance to see you either until now he was blown away. I hate to compare one guitarist to another will all due respect your the best I have ever seen in concert.I have seen faster,louder ,all the fancy tricks,best way for me to describe your playing is spiritual energy from within . thank you for sharing with us your music. John Moon

Could you said, please, where I can find texts of your songs.

Hello Uli
It was so nice to see and meet with you again on may 15th 2006 at the H.O.B. you truly have been a big inspiration on my playing over the years, your style,lyrics, and the love and passion you put into your music is very uplifting. Taking the pictures with you was like WOW !!! I was like a kid in a candy store and holding your sky guitar, man what a privaledge, I'm honnored... anyway the show was out of this world !! My qustion which I know your probaly getting tired of answering, any different effects, i noticed you mentioned you had a tuner on the floor which your not used to, but there were other pedals out there, wah etc, what are you using also was there a vox amp w/ your marshall, sorry for such a long question,,, thanks for everything hope to see you real soon,
your friends, Nick christy

Why do you think guitarist suck nowaday?
(Your the best)

Quelle agréable soirée pourla fête de la musique
que nous avons passé en t'écotant toi et tes musiciens ce mercredi 21 juin 2006 à Marcq en Baroeul on a pas pu se revoir car on étaient un peu fatigués on à fait pas mal de route,on est venu spécialement pour toi on à discuté un peu dehors après puis on est parti.C'étais aussi une premiere mon fils Nicolas 16 ans avec qui tu as bien voulu poser pour une photo dont il est fière
voilà sinon que dire d'autres " TU EST LE MEILLEUR ",et comme je te l'ai dit on reviendra te voir en automne et amuse toi bien dans tes prochains concerts que tu feras en Allemagne.
À bientôt

What models of amp do you use live,and is the Sky Guitar available for purchase anywhere?

Hi Uli! I hope your tour is going well.

I submitted a question a couple of weeks ago on this board and I want to amend it. With the "fly on!" spirit in mind, this is what I have to say:

I've recently started getting into "Why?" Well, it comes down to this in my mind. Is it "Why?" or "Why." A lot of the answers are in the questions we ask. Do we really want to know "why?" or are we asking "why." My motto is "Minds are like parachutes; they only work when they are open."
Just when I think my mind is open, I am challenged with another closed minded thought process possibly thrown in there.

I think I know what you meant by "Fly on!" when you wrote that on my good luck hat.

I want to take the time again to thank you. God blessed me with your inspirational art, music, thought provoking words, philosophies and all that lies before and beyond. I love your spirit, Uli. Really. There are not too many lights in the dark and I must tell you that you've been a light for me.

I was originally drawn to your music during the first era (Scorps)...Many, many people over a long period of time (20+ years) have always made their negative remarks and tried to persuade me away from my "taste”. I didn't let them and I'm so glad. I was just 17 years old (now 35) when I was drawn to your music. I realize now that you spoke to me or a higher power spoke to me through you as a sound. Now, I am just getting into all of your art and everything and you've inspired me to tap into other realms on this quest of/for "Why?"

I am getting deeply into organic foods and such, holistic, homeopathic and whatever can be derived in the purest form from our Mother Earth to prevent, heal, treat and promote optimal health for the mind, body and spirit for myself and family. I am injured severely from several "accidents?" I am a musician (bass, guitar, keys, percussion, vocals). I speak for myself here. I feel led to perform "Yellow Raven". My band is going through trials and tribulations. I just left one band last week. Now, there's a "why?" vs. "why." situation. I am also working on original material that I am not sure what to do with yet.

I know your time doesn't permit to R.S.V.P. "yes" on all the invitations you receive. I yearn to spend time with you. I am finding answers to a lot of my questions by just exploring all the info I can in all of your art and work. This website has only confirmed what I felt when I only "listened" to your music in the first era. It's like I've known you and your message all of these years.

If I ask a question here, I can only assume that the answer is already in front of me and I must choose to "why?" it or "why." it. hee hee (got to keep a sense of humor : ))

Question: Any additional thoughts on "WHY?" versus "WHY." It's kind of serendipitous that I just heard your song "why" for the first time at B.B. King's in New York on 5/16.

In the meantime, I will my best to "fly on!" as you already said to me and I will remain a student forever. I'd like to be able to teach others...I had a recent opportunity to. I live in a small town. But, the world is a small place. What took place was a murder of a local musician/teacher at the hands of his own brother...It's violent and sick as you can imagine...his brother threw his body parts out along a local highway. One of the deceased’s' students was a 16 year-old boy that played guitar at his funeral. He came to my bands' practice on Fri night with his parents. The lead guitarist and keyboardist in my band are married and loaned a Pignose amplifier to him for the service. LONG STORY SHORT a particular band participant initiated an "ugly" scene in front of this kid. 2 pcs of the band (vocals and drums) left...I just continued to play and we went from a 5 piece to a 3 pc band in a matter of 20 minutes...I am happy to announce that if I wasn't inspired by you, I would not have contributed anything peaceful to the world by my actions.

The same goes with the night at B.B. King's in NYC. I had a woman standing next to me that repeated hip butted me and made it well know that she would get violent if I invaded her space or competed to get closer to you in the audience. As you know, there's usually a "war" to get up front in a general admission situation. I refused to fight in the war- especially in front of you. My thoughts were that I didn't want a catfight that night as you and your band were performing. I just took a step back and away and told her, "Here, it's all yours." She was appearing to be SO into you, but how could she be if she was so willing to fight? She purposely pushed me a countless amount of times with her hips and got eye contact with me as if to say that I would be hurt if I got any closer to her. It wasn't hard for me at all but I did battle with the thought of putting her in her place...But, she but herself in her own place if you know what I mean. It wasn't my war. I was her personal war.

Well, sorry to go on and on...I could go on forever and probably will...so, I will end my words here for now.

Again, thanks. I'd love to hear back from you with your thoughts to my questions if you see any that I am not addressing...

Fly on! Uli!

Warm wishes and respectfully yours,
Marjorie

fist of all I want to say God bless you Uli,my question is how can I purchase the first three electric sun albums on cd I still have them but they!re in albums please if you can send me some info. about where to get them, I!ll really apreciate,Great show at UCLA on 5/27/06 by the way it was magical! thank you so much for that evening take care and hope to see u again soon!

Hello! I met you in Cleveland on the 13th of May! Great show! I forgot to ask you about Zeno. What is he up to these days? I bought his album back in the 80's that he dedicated to you and loved it. Thanks!

Uli, I was at the Chicago show on May 15th. 2006. Once again, I was thrilled to here the magic sounds from your guitar. I have longed for the day to hear some of the Scorpions material that you covered that evening such as Pictured life, Dark lady,Fly to the rainbow and Polar nights. The Hendrix stuff also was great. I did notice during the first part of the show that you were having some problems with your amps and one of your pedals, I was wondering what the issues were?
When Francis had the amp problem you asked the crowd if they wanted to hear anything while the bass amp was being fixed, I yelled, "Polar Nights", you said, "that requires the bass". I just wanted to clarify what I meant, I thought you could have picked a rhythm with the drummer while the amp was being fixed like the drum/guitar solo in Polar Nights from Tokyo Tapes or the Fireworks Jam. That picking style that is done in those two songs is just increadible!!!! Thanks again Uli

Regards, Dave K

Hello Uli!
Where do I start? There doesn't seem to be a beginning or end to my thoughts and questions. I am sure you will agree that we are on the same quest.I will attempt to communicate at a level in which is considerate to your time. (there's not enough time to learn, explore, try, and question here on earth!?) My background: born in New Jersey, USA in 1970, picked up bass in 1985, discovered your music shortly thereafter, injured 3 times in the height of my musical pursuit. I've asked WHY!? After pondering the question and battling with the frustration and picking up all kinds of negative ways to cope along the way, I found some internal peace and strength to work through my handicaps. (I am trying to apply this to every aspect of my life and others around me too )I can't hold a coffee cup in my left hand, but I tapped into an energy to play and learn my instrument. If I wasn't drawn to you, I don't know where I would be right now. I just want to thank you for being true and dedicated to your art, pursuit of the truth and sharing all of it. As far as I can see, you have not faltered and you have inspired many. I had the opportunity and honor to experience your live performance for the first time at BB King's in NYC on Tues 5/16. I stood before you and your band in tears the entire show. With eloquence, your spirit and the source of your positive energy is revealed through all of your art. I haven't had the opportunity (time) to explore all of it yet along with many other journeys but I'm look forward to it. There's no going back to the old version of me. I am currently working with 2 bands right now. There is a hat that I wear when I play...so far it seems to be my "good luck" hat. You and Francis signed that for me.Thanks! I couldn't figure out what you wrote beneath your autograph until the next day. It clearly says "Fly on!" I think I know what that means so I will do my best! I don't know where the road is going to take us and I am not sure if this band is home for me. For now, it is. I am getting into recording and exploring my creativity. So far, I've been a plug n play cover bassist. With you as my major influence, inspiration and technical standard so to speak along with bits and pieces from other sources of the same, I only hope that I can "fly on!"
You are a genious and such a gem. You have enough talent, achievements and etc...that could potentially give someone the impression that they are a god. But, instead, you are unpretentious and so friendly. Thank you!
Q: I told you that my band and I are working on playing "Yellow Raven" as a cover. Did you say you would like to come see my band when we play it? If so, we and/or I, would be honored. There were hundreds of people standing in line waiting to meet you and I was quite stressed out when I met you because it was the last event that I ever expected in my lifetime, so needless to say my memory failed me. I am one of your students from afar and I dream of being able to just sit with you and talk about everything one day. Maybe we can do that on Earth or somewhere else one day. Until then, you're never far away. Again, THANK YOU!

Uli, when are we going to see you doing the rounds around the UK again?
I have never seen you 'live', but am a huge, huge Scorpions fan from the 70's to present day!
It is one of my many 'to do's before I die', to see Uli Jon Roth live in concert. Please come to Yorkshire, England. So many great venues here in York, Harrogate, Ripon, Scarborough, Bridlington etc.

Thanks,
Mike

(Oh by the way my wife Sara & I met on the Scorpions forum/chatroom back in 2001) Sara being from Iran, myself being from England. We married in 2002, in Tehran, Iran and are expecting our first child any day now. The Scorpions brought us together, in a sense. Without our love for the Scorpions we would never have met!)

do u play old scorpion song on your 2006 tour
what are your favor it old song

hi,good evening.what do you think about the new wave style of music?what should we do about that If it's like a fever of 00'?many greetings.

Have you ever considered touring with Frank Marino? Maybe even playing a show in Arizona?
Thanks. Your phrasing is awe inspiring.

Uli, Your guitar playing has taken me places that are too cool for words. I have always wanted to know what types of effects were used while on tour in 1978? Also, what are the thoughts behind songs such as Polar Nights, Drifting Sun and Fly To The Rainbow??

Regards, Dave

hi uli i was wondering if there were any unreleased tracks from the earthquake and firewind albums.and i don't know if i previously ask this but i was wondering about the demo you did with dawnroad did any of those songs get released on any of the scorpions albums that you did with them. keep on kicking ass.

hi uli have a couple more questions for you when you did the demo tape for dawn road did any of those songs come out on any of the scorpions albums you did with them also the song all night long from tokyo tapes was there ever a studio version of it.

bonjour uli,je m'appelle laura et j'ai 17 ans je vous ai connu grâce à mon père qui m'a emmené avec lui lors de votre concert au trabendo à Paris que j'ai trouvé vraiment super! j'aime beaucoup ce que vous faites c'est pourquoi je suis revenu vous voir au plan à ris orangis(un concert toujours aussi bien!)j'attends avec impatience la prochaine date en france dans la région parisienne et en espérant vous revoir très bientôt je vous remercie pour tout ce que vous faites et pour votre gentillesse.A bientôt Laura

Bonjour Monsieur Roth
j'avais appris avec bonheur votre passage a Ramonville au havana ( 13/04/06) , malencontreusement cette date a été annulée pour des raisons inconnues .
Je suis un inconditionnel de votre musique depuis des années et il n'y a que 2 dates en france !
en vous souhaitant une bonne tournée et en esperant vous ecouter en concert un jour .
a bientôt
God is love

LONG LIVE ROCK N ROLL

Your guitar works on the fly to the rainbow....is excellent.plus Klaus works.you have big hearts.Klaus and ULI AND SCHENKERS =LENNON,McCartney.HERE AND nOW.sORRY.I´M TOO DRINK.

I am travelling from to Toronto to see the Cleveland show. I am taking a couple of friends to introduce them to your great music. It would nbe great to hear the song "Your Light", it is very insperational.

Dear Uli, thanks for your show on December. You really taught many out there what RESPECT to the audience means. Your set really had everything and I just wonder : Are you going to try writing (perfect) songs like sails of charon or yellow raven or you are focused on your music as it is now? Thank you for all anyway and be back soon...

Dear Uli, Have you had an out of the body experience? Do you study Shamanism? Have you ever heard of Matrix Energetics.com? This is a spin off of the holigraphic universe. Being as spirtual as you you are, I hope you do not mind me asking on a subject you seam to allready have a understanding off. All the best in Mozart we trust!!! The Viking.....

Hi Uli! I am just wondering whether you will be come playing in Hong Kong anytime soon. I am dying to see you live. Thanks.

Hi Uli,

ich habe dich am 6.2.06 bei Deep Purple als Gast bei "Black Night" gesehen-- genial--!!! Eine Frage: Kann ich bitte eins von deinen Guitar Picks, welches du an dem Abend gespielt hast, bekommen??? Ich versuche, von allen Playern welche zu bekommen. An dem Abend hatte ich Glück, Roger und Steve haben mir eins gegeben. Bitte sei so lieb und schicke mir eins von deinen.

Vielen herzlichen Dank

Keep Rock alive!!

Ralf Neugebauer
Asternweg 13
04808 Wurzen

hi uli i was wondering if you would ever go into the studio with klaus and rudolf to record some songs.

Hi Uli i was wondering if you were going to do a live dvd of the concert you did in france with the scorpions.

hi, i need the biography of uli in Spanish, please
i´m a grat fan but my inglish is so bad.
we are waiting for you here,and here this unic guitar. thanks

Hi there Mr Roth.
What equipment did U use with the Scorpions?
Not the Marshalls,but what where the stompboxes and pickups that U used?
I got all the old records with Scorpions,and today I'm still amazed of the sound that U cranked out.
To me U always seems to get the perfect electric tone, and it would B fun to know what U used in the old days.
Don't get me wrong here Mr Roth, U still got the tone, and U R still the King.
Best Regards Jörgen

Dear Uli. When you play concert in Poland (concret in Bielsko-Biala)??? And when you record album with Scorpions?

Hi Uli,
i'm a 37 year's old french guitarist and fan of your playing, i'm very surprised to learn that you are programmed to play in my home town TOULOUSE in April, is it a joke ?
kind regards from France
keep playing & recording
christophe

Hi Uli! I think your music is totally amazing and like many others i would very much like to see you play in Stockholm.

Cheers Lars

I have been in contact with Jeff Jagins from the Sku Academy website for the last year requesting how to purchase tickets for the upcoming Sky Academy in Los Angeles in May. Jeff has not been able to provide a form to fill out to either purchase tickets for the concerts or to apply as a Sky Academy student. I am frustrated in that i will not be able to attend because this information is not being made available for some reason. Is it still too early to provide this info? My friend Kevin Izer, who you met before the House of Blues gig here (and took a picture with him -- arm in arm) is hoping to attend as a gifted student to expand his knowledge and skills and I am an afficionado who loves your music ever since the Scorpions days (I attended the Reseda show back in '85 -- remember my e-mail a few years ago?).
I hope this can be resolved quickly so that Kevin and I do not miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity!!! Thanks, Uli! Hope to see you in May...

Hello Uli,

First and formost, thanks for all the years of great and true music! Secondly, where can I buy your CDs and DVDs? I have tried contacting Sky Arts with no luck. You see, I lost most everything with Hurricane Katrina and would reallly like to replace the signed copies I had purchased through your site.

Thanks and good luck with the academy!

Keith

Hi Uli.
No news on website for long time. Where are you? In America? Recording?
Hope to hear news soon
Heinrich