Work : Begin Major Project 13 February 1972 in London ("Silver Machine" single recorded at Roundhouse concert) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Work : Fired/Laid off/Quit 26 May 1975 in Toronto (Fired from Hawkwind for drug arrest) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Work : Begin Major Project 20 July 1977 (Motörhead live debut at the Roundhouse) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Work : Published/ Exhibited/ Released 8 November 1980 ("Ace of Spades", fourth Motörhead LP, released) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Social : Institutionalized - prison, hospital 8 December 2000 in Milan (Hospitalized for the flu while on tour) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Death:Death by Disease 28 December 2015 at 4:00 PM in Los Angeles (Cancer, age 70) chart Placidus Equal_H.
British born singer and bass player for Motörhead, a heavy metal band he founded in June 1975. He had worked on and off as a roadie for Jimi Hendrix beginning October 1967 until his death. He even had hopes of joining his band just prior to Hendrixs death on 18 September 1970. Hendrixs bass guitarist was Noel Redding who was born one day after Lemmy. In August 1971, Lemmy joined Hawkwind, a heavy experimental theatrical rock band, with whom he recorded three studio albums before having to leave the band suddenly when he was busted for drug possession at the Canadian border on 26 May 1975. Motörhead played its first gig at Londons Roundhouse on 20 July 1975. Still going strong, their definitive album, "Ace of Spades", was released in 1980. He was hospitalized for the flu while on tour in Milan, Italy on 8 December 2000. Lemmy was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer in December 2015 and died two days later at around 4pm on the 28th in Los Angeles. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Born: December 24, 1945, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Died: December 28, 2015, Los Angeles, California, United States
Known for: Founder, bassist, and lead vocalist of Motörhead
Ian Fraser "Lemmy" Kilmister was an English musician and singer-songwriter who founded and fronted the rock band Motörhead. His distinctive gravelly voice and fast, aggressive bass playing style made him a legendary figure in heavy metal and rock music.
Before forming Motörhead in 1975, Lemmy played in several bands, including Hawkwind. With Motörhead, he achieved international acclaim with albums like Ace of Spades, Overkill, and Bomber. His music influenced countless other artists and solidified his status as a rock icon.
Information regarding official social media accounts directly managed by Lemmy during his lifetime is scarce. Fan communities and tribute pages exist across platforms like Facebook and Twitter to celebrate his life and music.
Lemmy remained active with Motörhead until his death in 2015, shortly after being diagnosed with cancer. He continued to tour and record, demonstrating unwavering dedication to his music and fans. His influence on the rock and metal landscape is undeniable, and he remains a revered figure in music history. Numerous documentaries and biographies have been produced exploring his life and career, showcasing his lasting impact. The band Motörhead disbanded following his death, further solidifying his central role in the band's identity.
Lemmy was known for his distinctive appearance, including his mutton chops, facial moles, and signature Rickenbacker bass guitar. He was also known for his love of rock and roll, his collection of military memorabilia, and his straight-talking personality.