Phil Campbell passed away: the end of an era in the history of classic heavy metal (1 photo + 4 videos)
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Philip Anthony Campbell, the longtime guitarist for Motörhead for over thirty years, has died at the age of 64. 
According to his family's official statement, the musician passed away in intensive care after a lengthy battle with complications following complex surgery.
Phil Campbell joined Motörhead in 1984, becoming a key figure in shaping the band's distinctive, "dirty" and uncompromising sound. Unlike many of his peers, Campbell consciously embraced the role of a team player, creating the perfect sonic landscape for Lemmy Kilmister's vocals and bass.
He has contributed to over 15 studio albums, including such landmark works as "Orgasmatron," "1916," and "Inferno." Throughout his career, the musician has received multiple Grammy Award nominations, winning the award for Best Metal Performance in 2005.
His relationship with his fans has become a distinct chapter in Campbell's biography. From the 1990s until his final visit in 2014, the guitarist repeatedly visited the country as part of Motörhead's extensive tours. Campbell was known professionally for his staunchly apolitical stance, consistently declaring that music transcends boundaries and differences.
Campbell's death marks the de facto end of the final Motörhead lineup. Following the death of founder Lemmy Kilmister in 2015 and the passing of Phil Campbell, drummer Mikkey Dee remains the only surviving member of the final trio.
In recent years, despite health problems, Campbell continued to actively pursue his creative work through his own project, Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons, which he founded with his sons. His peers described him as a man of exceptional modesty and professional dedication.
Farewell, Legend. Press F
