MOTÖRHEAD Guitarist PHIL CAMPBELL Dead At 64
- Jrocks Metalzone
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Former MOTÖRHEAD guitarist Phil Campbell has died at the age of 64. His passing was announced earlier today (Saturday, March 14) in a social media post on the social media of his band PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD SONS, in which he was joined by his sons Todd, Dane and Tyla.
The message reads: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Philip Anthony Campbell, who passed away peacefully last night following a long and courageous battle in intensive care after a complex major operation.
"Phil was a devoted husband, a wonderful father, and a proud and loving grandfather, known affectionately as 'Bampi'. He was deeply loved by all who knew him and will be missed immensely. His legacy, music and the memories he created with so many will live on forever.
"We kindly ask that our family's privacy is respected during this incredibly difficult time."
A short time after Phil's death was made public, longtime MOTÖRHEAD drummer Mikkey Dee shared the following statement via social media: "We got the news this morning, and it's so extremely sad, about the sudden passing of my brother and dear friend, Phil Campbell.
"He was the funniest guy I have ever known and the best rock guitar player I have ever played with. His vibe and feel for rock music were outstanding. We wrote 12 studio albums together, and he never stopped surprising me with his extreme talent. Most of all, I will miss hanging out with the nicest guy you could ever meet.
"My family and I send our thoughts to Phil's family. I truly wish them all the best for the future, and I will be right here if they ever need anything.
"Sleep well, my friend and rock soldier. Say hi to Lemmy, Würzel, Filthy and Eddie. I am sure you'll be a crazy gang hanging out together again!"
The official MOTÖRHEAD social media was also updated with the following message: "We cannot believe we're saying this…it is with profound sadness that we have to say Philip Anthony Campbell has passed.
"He was MOTÖRHEAD's guitarist for 31 years (the longest serving member aside from Lemmy) having joined in 1984. After Lemmy's passing, he was
blessed to form PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD SONS with his sons Todd, Dane and Tyla, which recorded and toured together for years.
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