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Phil Campbell, Longtime Motörhead Guitarist, Dies at 64

His family said he died after complications from a complex operation.

Overview

  • The announcement was posted by his family on Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons’ official pages, with Motörhead sharing a tribute.
  • He died Friday night, March 13, after a lengthy stay in intensive care, and no further clinical details have been released.
  • In February, Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons canceled Australia and Europe dates citing medical advice related to his health.
  • Campbell joined Motörhead in 1984, became one of its longest‑serving members, and recorded key albums including Orgasmatron, 1916 and Bastards.
  • After Motörhead ended in 2015, he formed Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons with his children and continued touring and recording as his family requested privacy.