Francis Buchholz

Bassist

Birthday February 19, 1954

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Germany

Age 70 years old

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About

Known best for his work with the German hard rock group the Scorpions, this bassist contributed to twelve of the group's albums, including Fly to the Rainbow and Crazy World. He also performed with the Michael Schenker Group (MSG) and Dreamtide, among other bands.

Before Fame

During his high school years, he played in a number of local jazz, rock, and blues groups. Later, while studying engineering at the University of Hannover, he joined a band called Dawn Road.

Trivia

He established a German theatrical sound and lighting company called Rocksound.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Hannover, Germany.

Associated With

He and his Scorpions bandmate, drummer Herman Rarebell, both participated in the 2012 "Temple Of Rock - Lovedrive Reunion" music tour.