"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."
"Campbell joined Motörhead in 1984 following the departure of Brian Robertson. Lemmy had initially intended to hire just one guitarist as Robertson's replacement, but after auditions, he opted for a two-guitar lineup featuring Campbell and Michael 'Würzel' Burston. That configuration remained in place until Würzel left the band in 1995."
"Beginning with 1986's Orgasmatron, Campbell appeared on 17 Motörhead albums over the course of his tenure and remained a core member until the band's disbandment following Lemmy's death in 2015."
Phil Campbell, the longtime guitarist of Motörhead, passed away peacefully at age 64 following a prolonged battle in intensive care after complex major surgery. He joined Motörhead in 1984 as Brian Robertson's replacement and initially shared guitar duties with Michael Würzel before becoming the band's sole guitarist in 1995. Campbell appeared on 17 Motörhead albums beginning with 1986's Orgasmatron and remained a core member until the band disbanded following Lemmy's death in 2015. Beyond Motörhead, Campbell released a solo album titled Old Lions Still Roar and collaborated with his sons in the project Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons. He is remembered as a devoted family man and beloved musician whose legacy will endure.
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