music
March 15, 2026
Mourning in Music: Renowned Motörhead Guitarist Passes Away
The international heavy metal scene is in mourning following the confirmation of the death of Phil Campbell, the historic guitarist of the British band Motörhead.
TL;DR
- Phil Campbell, guitarist for Motörhead, has died at age 64.
- His death followed complications after a surgery and a "long and brave medical fight."
- Campbell joined Motörhead in 1984 and was a member for over 30 years, playing on 16 studio albums.
- He was remembered by his family as a loving husband, father, and grandfather, known as “Bampi.”
- After Motörhead disbanded in 2015, Campbell formed the project Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons with his sons.