Baker's Dozen

Artists discuss the 13 records that shaped their lives

12. The ScorpionsAnimal Magnetism

You may have noticed a pattern here with most of these bands having a dual guitar attack. Same story for the Schenker brothers, throwing down together… Besides, I’ve always loved the artwork. The guy who did that cover, Storm Thorgerson, just passed away. He did all those classic records. He did that cover, with the bubblegum on the tit [The Scorpions’ Lovedrive.]

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