Nikki Sixx Sets Record Straight on Mötley Crüe Album Contributions

Nikki Sixx has responded to rumors that he did not play bass on Mötley Crüe's album Theatre of Pain, as reported by Consequence. The rumor originated from comments made by original guitarist Greg Leon in 2023.

Sixx stated that he has played bass on every Mötley Crüe album, including Theatre of Pain. He also addressed a lawsuit filed by former band member Mick Mars, which claimed that Sixx did not play live.

Sixx expressed his disappointment and sadness over the situation, stating that he had helped Mars during his struggles with addiction and considered him a brother. Despite the controversy, Mötley Crüe is moving forward and preparing for their upcoming residency in Las Vegas, set to begin in March 2027.

The residency, titled 'Carnival of Sins in Sin City', will take place in Las Vegas. This clarification from Sixx matters to listeners because it sets the record straight on his contributions to Mötley Crüe's music and allows fans to look forward to the band's upcoming performances with confidence in the band's history and lineup.