Overview
- Hatzke, 70, announced his departure on the band's official social-media channels, saying his health no longer allows him to tour.
- The drummer has been a core part of the group's sound for more than 40 years after joining in the early 1980s.
- He had already missed multiple dates in 2024 for health reasons and was temporarily replaced at shows.
- Hatzke endorsed successor Saša Marić in his farewell message, asking fans to welcome the new drummer.
- Fans posted tributes on the band's Instagram, and Hatzke did not disclose the specific nature of his health issues.