Scorpions drummer James Kottak and his ex-wife Athena Lee, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee's sister and acclaimed drummer in her own right, are involved in a custody dispute over their 15-year-old son, gossip site tmz.com claims.
Last July, Athena was awarded primary custody of their son and ordered James to pay more than $3,000 a month in child and spousal support.
James, who was married to Athena from 1996 to 2010, recently filed legal documents asking the LA County Superior Court to change this decision.
The Scorpions drummer lists his income at $12,000 per month but indicates that this could change because his contract with the band has yet to be renewed.
In his request, James states their son has been living with him since January 2012 after the teenager had a falling out with his mother.
James also claims Athena has been through several rehab stints for alcohol addiction.
Athena says she's been sober since January 13, 2012 and is allowing her son to live with his father so he can stay in his school district. Adds Athena:
"He's trying everything he can to knock me down. It's only about the money to James."
The couple has three children; one girl, Tobi, and two boys, Miles and Matthew.
