Just weeks after Scorpions drummer Mikkey Dee shared the details of his harrowing near-death experience due to a sepsis diagnosis, the iconic rock band has decided to delay their highly anticipated Las Vegas residency. This decision underscores the band’s commitment to the health and recovery of its members, particularly as they navigate the challenges posed by serious health issues.

The residency was initially set to commence on February 28 and continue through March 11, marking a significant milestone in the German rock band?s celebration of their 60th anniversary. The performances were to take place at PH Live at Planet Hollywood, with support from Buckcherry. However, just last week, the band took to their social media platforms to announce the revised dates for their residency, emphasizing their dedication to ensuring all members are in good health for the performances.

?We regret to inform you that due to Mikkey Dee?s ongoing recovery from his recent hospitalization, we have made the decision to postpone our Coming Home to Las Vegas Residency to August 2025,? the band communicated. ?The health and well-being of our brother is of the utmost importance to us. We wish Mikkey a full and speedy recovery and eagerly anticipate rocking with you all again soon!?

The rescheduled dates will see the Scorpions performing in Las Vegas from August 14 to August 23, with all previously purchased tickets honored for the new dates. Furthermore, the band is still scheduled to return to the stage in March, with an exciting show planned for Mexico City on March 15, indicating their commitment to their fans and the music community.

Dee first revealed his health struggles in early January, disclosing that he had been hospitalized due to a ?very serious? blood infection. He elaborated on the health scare during an interview with Swedish publication Aftonbladet, explaining that what began as a minor sprain rapidly escalated into a more severe condition during the weekend before Christmas.

?The ankle swelled up dramatically, eventually taking on a strange shape and appearance that resembled an overcooked ham,? Dee recounted. ?I became extremely ill, necessitating an ambulance trip to Sahlgrenska where medical professionals discovered that my health values were alarmingly high, making me their top priority for treatment.?

?It led to immediate surgery, the first of three necessary procedures. They removed the dead and infected tissue that had become dangerously infested. It was a challenging journey, and I can confidently say that another day without treatment could have ended with me playing drums with Lemmy in heaven,? he reflected on the gravity of his experience.

Interestingly, this life-threatening incident occurred almost nine years to the day since his Motörhead bandmate Lemmy Kilmister passed away on December 28, 2015, adding a poignant layer to his experience and highlighting the fragility of life in the music industry.

Dee has been a vital part of the Scorpions since early 2016, stepping in following the unfortunate dissolution of Motörhead in late 2016. To date, Dee has contributed his drumming talents to only one of the band’s albums, providing percussion for their 19th studio album, Rock Believer, released in 2022, marking a significant chapter in his career.