Author: Wolfgang Strauß

Nachricht von Matthias

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Liebe Fans und Freunde,

wie ihr vielleicht schon gehört habt, bin ich in unserem gemieteten Ferienhaus auf Sylt die Treppe (16 Stufen) hinunter gefallen.
Dabei habe ich mir die Ferse gebrochen und den kleinen Finger 2x gebrochen.
Mittlerweile bin ich in Hamburg von 2 Spezialisten erfolgreich operiert worden und kann Dank der Top-Leistung der Ärzte positiv in die Zukunft schauen.
Ich werde von meiner Seite aus alles für eine schnelle Genesung tun, um bald wieder mit meiner Gitarre auf der Bühne zu stehen.
Es tut mir leid, dass die Konzerte im September nicht stattfinden können, aber ich bin zuversichtlich, dass wir uns bald wieder sehen.

Mit rockigen Grüßen,

Matthias

Message from Matthias

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Dear fans and friends,

as you might have heard already, i had a bad accident in my rented summer house.
I fell down the stairs with 16 steps and broke my left pinky twice and I also broke my left heel.
I had surgeries on both, hand and foot, by the best specialists I could find in Hamburg.
Now it is time to heal and start the physical rehabilitation for a speedy recovery.
I will try everthing to be able to play guitar again on stage as soon as possible.
I am sorry to tell you, that the shows in September won´t be happening, but I am very optimistic that we will see us again very soon.

Rock n Roll forever,

Yours Matthias

SCORPIONS cancel German tour dates in September 2024

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The SCORPIONS are forced to cancel all upcoming German tour dates in September 2024 due to an injury sustained by Matthias Jabs. Matthias Jabs’ injury requires surgery and subsequent rehabilitation.

The cancellation hits the band hard, as they were in the final stretch of their “Love At First Sting” world tour. They deeply regret this decision and apologize to the more than 40,000 fans who have already purchased tickets, as well as to the event organizers.

You can find the band’s full statement here:

“We deeply regret, especially Matthias Jabs, that due to the accident of our friend and Scorpions lead guitarist, the five concerts on our German tour cannot take place in September as planned and we will work closely with the tour organizer to announce new information as soon as possible. We kindly ask for your understanding from all our fans, all the Rock Believers in Germany who were looking forward to the shows with us.

Klaus, Rudolf, Mikkey und Pawel.“

Ticket holders will receive further information directly from their point of purchase shortly.

SCORPIONS sagen Deutschland-Termine im September 2024 ab

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Die SCORPIONS müssen aufgrund einer Verletzung von Matthias Jabs alle anstehenden Deutschland-Termine im September 2024 absagen. Matthias Jabs‘ Verletzung erfordert eine Operation und anschließende Rehabilitation.

Die Absage trifft die Band hart, da sie sich auf der Zielgeraden ihrer “Love At First Sting”-Welttournee befand. Sie bedauert diese Entscheidung zutiefst und entschuldigt sich bei den mehr als 40.000 Fans, die bereits Tickets erworben haben, sowie bei den Veranstaltern.

Das vollständige Statement der Band findet ihr hier:

“Wir bedauern zutiefst, allen voran natürlich Matthias Jabs, dass durch den Unfall unseres Freundes und Scorpions-Leadgitarristen, die fünf Konzerte unserer Deutschland-Tour nicht wie geplant im September stattfinden können und in enger Zusammenarbeit mit dem Tourveranstalter werden wir sobald wie möglich Neues bekannt geben. All unseren Fans, all die Rockbeliever in Deutschland, die sich gemeinsam mit uns auf die Shows gefreut haben, bitten wir um Verständnis. Klaus, Rudolf, Mikkey und Pawel”

Ticketinhaber erhalten in Kürze weitere Informationen direkt von ihrer Verkaufsstelle.

Scorpions Music Biopic ‘Wind Of Change’ In Works From ESX Entertainment’s Ali Afsha

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via Deadline

Scorpions Music Biopic ‘Wind Of Change’ In Works From ESX Entertainment’s Ali Afsha
Top L to R: Ali Afshar, Christina Moore and Alex Ranarivelo.
Bottom L to R: The Scorpions’ Rudolf Schenker, Klaus Meine and Matthias Jabs Courtesy of ESX Entertainment

EXCLUSIVE: Ali Afshar‘s ESX Entertainment has signed on to develop and produce the musical biopic Wind of Change, about German rock band Scorpions, which will tell the story of three unlikely friends whose passion for rock n’ roll fueled their rise from the ashes of post-World War II Germany to the global stardom in the 1980s as the multi-platinum rock band Scorpions.

With their home soil still divided, and friends and family on the other side of the Berlin Wall, Rudolf Schenker, Klaus Meine & Matthias Jabs made the bold decision to defy state bans and take a leap of faith behind Soviet lines to fill arenas in the heart of the USSR.  At the height of their revolutionary tour, the band releases what will become the defining theme for the end of the Cold War – a ballad that circles the globe as the Wall comes down and resonates to this day as an anthem for peace.

The movie’s title comes from the band’s 1991 global hit single, which was released after the failed coup that would lead to the end of the Soviet Union. That’s when the Soviet Union’s hardline Communist party hardliners tried to take control of the USSR from Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev. The single sold 14M copies worldwide.

French-born filmmaker Alex Ranarivelo (American Wrestler: The Wizard) will direct.

Says Afshar, “The Scorpions’ music has penetrated our culture in a big way.”

“There is an evocative quality to their sound that is unmatched in the genre, which is one of the reasons hits like ‘Rock You Like a Hurricane’ and ‘Still Loving You’ continue to get so much airplay and fill movie soundtracks, and their music continues to connect with a new generation of fans across the globe,” the producer adds.

“When my family fled Iran and came to the United States, the Scorpions’ music changed my life – if not saved it,” he continues.  “I’m hoping that by telling the Scorpions’ story, we can bring some of that same inspiration to the world,” Afshar says.

Wind of Change is being produced by ESX Entertainment’s Christina Moore and Daniel Aspromonte (Bennett’s War, American Fighter).  The film is slated for production in Europe later this year, targeting a 2025 release to coincide with the Scorpions’ highly anticipated 60th Anniversary celebrations.

Vive Latino Festival Update

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“Dear Mexican Fans
Knowing that some of our most amazing diehard fans live in Mexico, it is with a heavy heart that I have to let you know, Scorpions will not be performing at the Vive Latino Festival on the 16th March 2024 in Mexico City.

The reason we have had to cancel is because I recently underwent a complex spine surgery , and my doctors expected me to be better and back on my feet in time for the show.

I am making good progress with my rehab, but unfortunately, I have not recovered as expected and after talking with my medical team, I am advised that a 12-hour flight time and performing at 2000 meters altitude is a tough one for anybody and I am not well enough to travel and to give you the show you all deserve.

I hope we can come back to Mexico soon, to Rock you Like a Hurricane!!!!!

I am so sorry for causing this inconvenience to all our loyal Mexican fans and to the excellent promoters, and hope, for your understanding.
Love….Klaus “

Mikkey Dee On Cover Of Modern Drummer’s March Issue

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Legendary drummer Mikkey Dee has left an undeniable mark on the world of drumming. From his groundbreaking work with King Diamond in the 80s to his iconic 25-year tenure with Motörhead. Now with Scorpions, Mikkey’s drumming continues to set the standard for generations to come. Cheers to Mikkey Dee, a true legend of the genre and Modern Drummer’s March cover.

Read the feature at ModernDrummer.com

RIP James Kottak

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Very sad news … our dear friend and Drummer for 20 years James Kottak has passed at the age of 61 … James was a wonderful human being , a great musician and loving family man … he was our „Brother from another Mother“ and will be truly missed . … Rock‘n Roll Forever RIP James

Klaus , Rudolf , Matthias , Pawel and Mikkey

Yoshiki ‘s Under the Sky Project

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Dear Fans ,
during the pandemic we were asked to participate in Yoshiki ‘s Under the Sky Project
Check out our collaboration with Japans Icon , performing the Ukraine version of Wind of Change together for the very first time .
Merry Christmas everybody … lots of love ?…. Scorpions ?????

Scorpions Announce 2024 Love at First Sting Las Vegas Residency

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SCORPIONS RETURNING TO BAKKT THEATER AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO WITH NEW LAS VEGAS HEADLINING RESIDENCY CELEBRATING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF LOVE AT FIRST STING ALBUM

SCORPIONS – LOVE AT FIRST STING LAS VEGAS

APRIL 11tth – MAY 3rd, 2024

Presales begin Monday, Nov. 6th
Public on sale begins Friday, Nov. 10th

Scorpions, one of the most iconic and influential hard rock bands of all time, are returning to the Las Vegas Strip in 2024 with a brand new exclusive headlining residency show in celebration of the 40th anniversary of their iconic album, Love at First Sting, performing the album plus all of their biggest hits. Promoted by Live Nation and Caesars Entertainment, Scorpions – Love at First Sting Las Vegas kicks off on Thursday, April 11th, 2024 at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. The new show follows the band’s popular “Sin City Nights” residency which sold out all nine performances at the venue in 2022.

“We‘re very excited to return to Las Vegas in 2024 for nine more concerts at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino’s Bakkt Theater. We can‘t wait to share our new show with our fans in the U.S., celebrating the 40th anniversary of the iconic Love at First Sting album along with our biggest Hits! Get ready for another Desert Sting … it‘s gonna be a Hell of a Ride!!!”- Klaus Meine (Scorpions).

Tickets go on sale to the public Friday, Nov. 10th at 10 a.m. PT. Scorpions Rock Zone fan club members will have exclusive, first access to tickets starting Monday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. PT.

For more information and to join the fan community visit The-Scorpions.com/RockZone

Citi is the official presale card of Scorpions – Love at First Sting Las Vegas at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Monday, Nov. 6th at 10 a.m. PT until Thursday, Nov. 9th at 10 p.m. PT through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com.

In addition, Caesars Rewards members, Caesars Entertainment’s loyalty program, and Live Nation and Ticketmaster customers will have access to a presale beginning Tuesday, Nov. 7th at 10 a.m. PT.

The nine performances going on sale are:
April 2024: 11, 13, 18, 20, 24, 26 & 28
May 2024: 1 &  3

Shows begin at 8 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit

Ticketmaster.com/scorpionsvegas.

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