"Return to Forever" is the 18th studio album by the German rock band Scorpions. Released on February 20, 2015, the album features 12 tracks and marks the influential rock group's 50th anniversary. The band members for this album include Klaus Meine, Rudolf Schenker, Matthias Jabs, Pawel Mąciwoda, and James Kottak.
The album incorporates unused track ideas that were unearthed from the period from 1982's "Blackout" to 1996's "Eye II Eye," which were then updated and completed. This was done in a bid to take a trip back in their history while maintaining a fresh and contemporary feel. It includes singles like “We Built This House” and “Eye of the Storm.”
"Return to Forever" is both a summation of Scorpions' biggest hits and an optimistic leap forward, capturing the classic Scorpions sound for a global audience in the 21st century. In their fifth decade of existence, they have proven that they still have the ability to churn out energetic and intricate rock music.
Upon release, the album was very well received. It debuted at number 1 on the German media control charts and number 65 on the US Billboard 200. It also received favorable reviews from music critics. Celebrating their glorious past while looking towards the future, it becomes clear that the Scorpions have returned, and they're here to stay.
