Kicking off the celebrations will be special 50th anniversary, limited vinyl editions of Motörhead’s breakthrough albums: “Overkill”, “Bomber” and “Ace Of Spades”. These are all cut as half speed masters, pressed as special colour configurations and all include an exclusive poster to be released on 28th February for our new generation of fans and collectors,” says the band..
On May 8th, International Motörhead Day, a very special Lemmy Forever ashes event will take place - the unveiling of a Lemmy statue in his birthplace of Stoke-On-Trent. The sculptor is renowned British artist Andy Edwards (who has previously done statues of The Beatles, Bob Marley, and The Bee Gees among others), and Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell will place the ashes and lead the celebrations.
“It’s incredible to know that our music, and all it stands for, continues to resonate with so many people,” says Campbell, “of course we’re enormously grateful to still be appreciated like we are, and truthfully, the music remains as vital and important as ever because there’s a unique energy and honesty to it that we will all always need.”
“It’s a remarkable story, the connection we have with our fans can only be described as family and it’s so exciting to see the family still growing,” adds Mikkey Dee, “But it also makes sense, because people know who we are and what the music is about. Motörhead has always stood for doing it OUR way, it’s timeless, and continues to inspire people to take that path.”
"There will be plenty of other celebrations happening throughout the year,” adds the group, “so keep your eyes, ears, fingers and toes peeled…”
MOTÖRHEAD FOR LIFE LEMMY FOREVER
Formed in London, UK by Ian “Lemmy” Kilmister in 1975, the band racked up 15 million in worldwide album sales, a 2005 Grammy Award, and the support of millions of music fans around the globe.
Motorhead disbanded following the 2015 passing of Lemmy at the age of 70 from prostate cancer, cardiac arrhythmia, and congestive heart failure.
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