Social Distortion frontman Mike Ness announced that he had just undergone surgery after being diagnosed with stage one tonsil cancer.
“Recovering from surgery is a daily process and in three weeks we will start radiation and this should be the last therapy I need,” wrote the 61-year-old singer and guitarist, who has 526,000 social media followers. next Wednesday.
“The medical team is confident that after completing this course, I will be able to begin the healing and recovery process.” “We expect a full recovery that will allow me to live a long and productive life.”
Ness added, “I want you all to know that this has opened my eyes to a whole new fight.” I know many of you, or your loved ones, have experienced it personally, and I sympathize with you — because I now know what it’s like from this difficult experience.”
Stage one tonsil cancer reportedly means Mike’s tumor was 20mm or smaller and had not spread beyond the oropharynx (which includes the base of the tongue, tonsils and soft palate).
Get well soon! Social Distortion frontman Mike Ness announced that he had just undergone surgery after being diagnosed with stage one tonsil cancer
Tonsil cancer — also called oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma — is usually caused by heavy drinking, smoking/chewing tobacco, and/or oral contact with a person infected with human papillomavirus (HPV).
Luckily, the Massachusetts-born musician is “surrounded by the love and support of my friends, family and pets,” including his “wonderful wife” Christine Marie Hamari and “amazing” sons Julian and Johnny.
Mike said it breaks my heart to have to postpone the Orange County hardcore band’s 27-date summer tour, originally scheduled to kick off June 30 in Oregon.
Ness said he felt “well enough to continue recording Social Distortion’s eighth studio album,” which has been in the works for over a decade, for the month leading up to the day before his surgery.
“The band and I were so inspired and excited to record these tracks, which sound freaking awesome by the way!” gushed the ball-and-chain rocker.
“It breaks my heart to postpone the summer tour and the release of this album, but it takes time to heal.” I can’t thank our loyal fans enough who have waited so patiently.
“It may take a little longer, but I promise it will be delivered and will exceed your expectations… Thank you in advance to our incredible fans for your love and support right now. ‘We’ll get through this.’
The untitled album, due out in early 2024, will be the punk band’s first since the release of Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes in 2011.
The 61-year-old singer and guitarist wrote on Wednesday: “Recovery from surgery is a daily process and in three weeks we will start radiation and this should be the last therapy I need.”
Ness (pictured April 16) added, “The medical team is confident that upon completion of this course I will be able to begin the healing and recovery process.” We expect a full recovery that will allow me to live a long and productive life .
“It opened my eyes to a whole new struggle”: Fortunately, the Massachusetts-born musician is “surrounded by the love and support of my friends, family and pets,” including his “wonderful wife” Christine Marie Hamari (M, pictured January 11). ) and “incredible” sons Julian (L) and Johnny
“It takes time to heal”: Mike said it “breaks my heart” to have to postpone the Orange County hardcore band’s 27-date summer tour, originally scheduled to begin June 30 in Oregon
“It sounds freaking awesome!” Ness said he feels “well enough to continue recording Social Distortion’s eighth studio album,” which has been in the works for over a decade, spanning the past month to the day before his surgery (Pictured on April 7th).
“Sending you my love!” The Ball and Chain rocker’s Instagram post received congratulations from punk bands Bad Religion and Booze & Glory, as well as Mark McGrath, Dita Von Teese, Brad Wilk, Sammy Amara, Branden Steineckert and Jason White
still rocks! Since forming in 1978, Social Distortion have sold over 3 million albums worldwide and the current line-up includes rhythm guitarist Jonny “2 Bags” Wickersham, bassist Brent Harding, drummer David Hidalgo Jr. and touring keyboardist David Kalish (pictured 2022).
Mike’s Instagram post received congratulations from punk bands Bad Religion and Booze & Glory, as well as Sugar Ray frontman Mark McGrath, burlesque queen Dita Von Teese, Rage Against the Machine drummer Brad Wilk, Broilers frontman Sammy Amara, Rancid drummer Branden Steineckert and Greenday Tour guitarist Jason White.
Since forming in 1978, Social Distortion have sold over 3 million albums worldwide and the current line-up includes rhythm guitarist Jonny “2 Bags” Wickersham, bassist Brent Harding, drummer David Hidalgo Jr. and touring keyboardist David Kalish.
The band is best known for their 1990 track “Story of My Life” which appeared in films such as “Reality Bites” (1994), “Life or Something Like It” (2002), “Orange County” (2002) and “The Break-Up” (2006) featured prominently. .