Some extremely bad news
- JensJohansson
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Dear Stratovarius fans, I am afraid we have some quite terrible news. News of the worst imaginable kind. It's about our friend and drummer Jörg Michael.
Jörg has cancer.
He recently discovered a lump on his neck, went to the doctor, they decided to operate, and found what they call "a malignant thyroid neoplasm". They took out his whole thyroid just to have the best chance to get everything out. He will also have to undergo a regimen of radiotherapy. He is a fighter. We have all talked to him and it's clear that this guy is not down for the count. He and his team of German doctors are pissed off and ready to kick ass, and I would not want to be a little cancer cell on these guys' shit list.. believe me.
Jörg and his family (and us guys in the band) found this out only last week, after the operation. Naturally we are all going between a lot of emotions, sadness, worry, shock, confusion, even anger.
As for Stratovarius, as you perhaps know there is a long tour coming up with Helloween, and with the surgery and therapy that will now follow there is no way Jörg can do the first part of the tour. For me personally (it's Jens writing this if you didn't figure it out) I at first felt quite hopeless about the tour, because I was so upset about all this news. But Jörg himself has been extremely clear that he does not want the band to cancel a single show because of this. In the end this is what made at least me feel better about going back hitting the road next week.
So, we have debated what to do for many days now. Jörg first suggested my brother Anders to do this November-December 2010 leg, but it turns out Anders will unfortunately be busy recording some record or other with that little indie cellar band of his called HammerFall. :o) After a lot of searching we found a guy that both can do it and didn't have other commitments: Alex Landenburg. He plays well, Jörg says he is a great guy (very important!) and he even started learning the set already before we even had decided what to do, which to me shows a lot of dedication. You can google Alex' name if you are curious.
So it turns out that Stratovarius will do the first leg of the Helloween Seven Sinner tour, just as planned, only not with Jörg behind the kit, but with Jörg very much as a motivator to us being there. Not one single date will be cancelled or changed. Jörg wants to be back on the road with us again as soon as possible depending on the thearapy, but we are not making any promises, that one is up to powers even higher than Jörg Michael and his doctors. We will try to keep you somewhat updated.
Anyway, the most important thing is that they think they got all the bad stuff out and that the end result is that we just fix that sentence I wrote above. We will then say:
Jörg had cancer. But he beat it.
/Jens
Jörg has cancer.
He recently discovered a lump on his neck, went to the doctor, they decided to operate, and found what they call "a malignant thyroid neoplasm". They took out his whole thyroid just to have the best chance to get everything out. He will also have to undergo a regimen of radiotherapy. He is a fighter. We have all talked to him and it's clear that this guy is not down for the count. He and his team of German doctors are pissed off and ready to kick ass, and I would not want to be a little cancer cell on these guys' shit list.. believe me.
Jörg and his family (and us guys in the band) found this out only last week, after the operation. Naturally we are all going between a lot of emotions, sadness, worry, shock, confusion, even anger.
As for Stratovarius, as you perhaps know there is a long tour coming up with Helloween, and with the surgery and therapy that will now follow there is no way Jörg can do the first part of the tour. For me personally (it's Jens writing this if you didn't figure it out) I at first felt quite hopeless about the tour, because I was so upset about all this news. But Jörg himself has been extremely clear that he does not want the band to cancel a single show because of this. In the end this is what made at least me feel better about going back hitting the road next week.
So, we have debated what to do for many days now. Jörg first suggested my brother Anders to do this November-December 2010 leg, but it turns out Anders will unfortunately be busy recording some record or other with that little indie cellar band of his called HammerFall. :o) After a lot of searching we found a guy that both can do it and didn't have other commitments: Alex Landenburg. He plays well, Jörg says he is a great guy (very important!) and he even started learning the set already before we even had decided what to do, which to me shows a lot of dedication. You can google Alex' name if you are curious.
So it turns out that Stratovarius will do the first leg of the Helloween Seven Sinner tour, just as planned, only not with Jörg behind the kit, but with Jörg very much as a motivator to us being there. Not one single date will be cancelled or changed. Jörg wants to be back on the road with us again as soon as possible depending on the thearapy, but we are not making any promises, that one is up to powers even higher than Jörg Michael and his doctors. We will try to keep you somewhat updated.
Anyway, the most important thing is that they think they got all the bad stuff out and that the end result is that we just fix that sentence I wrote above. We will then say:
Jörg had cancer. But he beat it.
/Jens
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FOCK MAN!!!!!!!
I dunno what else to say! That sucks!!!
Best of supports for him, his family and friends!!!!
Still, happy the tour isn't cancelled, but you know... it's amazing he still push the band forwards, still is here intact and strong!!!!
I dunno what else to say! That sucks!!!
Best of supports for him, his family and friends!!!!
Still, happy the tour isn't cancelled, but you know... it's amazing he still push the band forwards, still is here intact and strong!!!!
Through the storms we've wandered
Many mountains we have climbed
But all the bad times are behind
The road is free - I'm coming home
Many mountains we have climbed
But all the bad times are behind
The road is free - I'm coming home
- Yngvie Malmsteen
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Re: Some extremely bad news
Although it's a terrible disease,yet Jorg can and must get over it!
Hope you'll be better,Jorg.
Hope you'll be better,Jorg.
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Stratovarius is the best band in the world
- Mormegil
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Re: Some extremely bad news
That really sucks indeed, all I can say is speedy recovery to Jörg!
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If in the operation got out the thyroid with all or almost all the bad stuff, with some therapy the things will be better. Just some medical checks in the next years. I'm sure Jörg will be able to return soon. This is fucking life nowadays, everything is all about this fucking disease. Don't worry Jörg. You have our support! We will not forget you in the tour!
Jens,dude, you will write that sentence, you'll write it.
Jens,dude, you will write that sentence, you'll write it.
...Faster than light, higher than the sky, stronger than steel...We´re the legions of the Twilight...
Re: Some extremely bad news
That's terrible news indeed. I hope he will recover as soon as possible, go Jorg!
- mayhem-for-all
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I am shocked and hope all the best for Jörg.
He is one amazing drummer. I still think his solo on Visions of Europe is the best drum solo that I have ever heard. I just hope they succeeded.
He is one amazing drummer. I still think his solo on Visions of Europe is the best drum solo that I have ever heard. I just hope they succeeded.
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I will send all my support to Jörg and I want to send lots of positive energy and my prayers to Jörg and to his family!
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shit man...
I hope he makes a full recovery.
what am i saying >.> he is jorg!
I look forward to the day he is fully recovered!
I hope he makes a full recovery.
what am i saying >.> he is jorg!
I look forward to the day he is fully recovered!
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I was so sad when I heard about it,but I am sure that Jorg will defeat the disease!
Best wishes for him!
Best wishes for Strato!
Best wishes for him!
Best wishes for Strato!
- HinatAArcticA
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As bad this is... I know for sure that Jörg will beat fucking cancer
He's a fighter. Strong both in body & mind, I know. Years from now we will say "Remember how Jörg was so strong and came out of that"?
Go Jörg! I know I speak for the entire forum when I say, that you have all of our support!
He's a fighter. Strong both in body & mind, I know. Years from now we will say "Remember how Jörg was so strong and came out of that"?
Go Jörg! I know I speak for the entire forum when I say, that you have all of our support!
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Yes, the doctors got out the whole thyroid and that's the best in this case, that is a case of 100% curable cancer. It has been a really fast and soon detection. That is the best, that and the power of his mind. That's the most important now, his mind, the support of his family and the support of Stratovarius and the fans. If he can go to some gigs at the beginning as a motivator(if it fits with the treatment dates, etc, etc) it would be really cool cause we, the fans will show him our support.
...Faster than light, higher than the sky, stronger than steel...We´re the legions of the Twilight...
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OMG, It's really a terrible news...Beat it, Jorg We love U! May you recover ASAP!
Best wishes to all the members and take care!
Best wishes to all the members and take care!
Metal ROCK
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I'm so sorry to hear this.I couldn't believe it when I saw it!
Never give up Jorg,you can beat this.Have faith in yourself,always have faith.Stay strong and do whatever it takes to get better!
The best of luck to you!
Never give up Jorg,you can beat this.Have faith in yourself,always have faith.Stay strong and do whatever it takes to get better!
The best of luck to you!
- ÖÖÖÖÖÖÖÖÖÖ
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All good thoughts to Jörg and his family.
Fight, fight...We know you will win over this monster...
Fight, fight...We know you will win over this monster...
Re: Some extremely bad news
I just cant belive, my favorite drummer, Jorg I will pray for you, to get back in shape, I now you can do that!!!!!!!!
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That's terrible news but he's a fighter, he's strong
and I' sending my best wishes from here.
Nowadays, there are many advances in medicine, get well soon Jörg, dont give up!!!!
All the best for Jörg and Sratovarius...
and I' sending my best wishes from here.
Nowadays, there are many advances in medicine, get well soon Jörg, dont give up!!!!
All the best for Jörg and Sratovarius...
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I hope Jörg gets better real fast and will become even stronger after he heals up. All the bests Jörg, you're the man!
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Akkor is van még remény,
Mert a lelked továbbra is él."
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Akkor is van még remény,
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Re: Some extremely bad news
Oh my...
I was in shock when I read this.
Jorgi, I hope you'll have a 100% recovery. And I hope you'll be back with Strato soon.
Also for the Strato guys, keep going on, and keep Jorg updated, so he gets all the motivation he needs. Good luck to you too guys!
I was in shock when I read this.
Jorgi, I hope you'll have a 100% recovery. And I hope you'll be back with Strato soon.
Also for the Strato guys, keep going on, and keep Jorg updated, so he gets all the motivation he needs. Good luck to you too guys!
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OMG!!Taht's really terrible news.But Jorg is a fighter!We all kown that,carry on,man
Best wishes for the fighter Jorg
Best wishes for the fighter Jorg
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The news are very touching. I wish you strength, Jörg. Times are tough, but I believe that everything will turn out the best possible way.
I also hope all of you in the band strength. Be together. We are all together for you.
I also hope all of you in the band strength. Be together. We are all together for you.
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Jörg, I'm 100% sure you can beat it!
I want to see you in China!
I want to see you in China!
Re: Some extremely bad news
it's sad...
but Jorg is a very stronger man , and with all the current science/technology is very possible to beat this F***ing Cancer.
All my good vibes and my best wishes for you Jorg, You can do it!
but Jorg is a very stronger man , and with all the current science/technology is very possible to beat this F***ing Cancer.
All my good vibes and my best wishes for you Jorg, You can do it!
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All the best to Jörg...
All the best to Jörg. We're with you, man. You'll beat this!
Damien
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Jörg, we wish you all the best!
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Dear God! I know how that feels, I have hypotheroidism as almost everyome in my familiy; my mother had cancer in the same place you have, and I can assure you that you just need to relax, not frighten at all, and leave it all into the doctors' hands...Bear in mind it's not that serious, and it can be cured easily. So hang in there Jorg, we know you are a great person and a fighter, keep it going man and best wishes on your recovery
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It's completely true gonza what you say.ggonza43 wrote:Dear God! I know how that feels, I have hypotheroidism as almost everyome in my familiy; my mother had cancer in the same place you have, and I can assure you that you just need to relax, not frighten at all, and leave it all into the doctors' hands...Bear in mind it's not that serious, and it can be cured easily. So hang in there Jorg, we know you are a great person and a fighter, keep it going man and best wishes on your recovery
...Faster than light, higher than the sky, stronger than steel...We´re the legions of the Twilight...
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Sad news indeed, i deeply hope that Jörg gets well as soon as possible.
- stratopoland
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Re: Some extremely bad news
I can't believe. Why this sad and horrible news breaks down all good things such as new album or next tour? But life is so cruel. Unfortunately, it very often attacked inappropriate people.
All, what I can do is to wish you belief in success and speedy recovery.
All, what I can do is to wish you belief in success and speedy recovery.