Rock n’ roll excess met Canadian border control, and Lemmy Kilmister paid the price. Fired from Hawkwind, his arrest might have ended a career – instead, it fueled the birth of Motörhead.
In the heart of the late 1970s, amidst economic turmoil and cultural shifts, the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) emerged as a beacon of rebellion and innovation. This movement redefined heavy metal, infusing it with the raw energy and passion of a generation eager to make its mark.
Amidst the roaring guitars, Lemmy discovered an unexpected kinship with the rhythm of Janet Jackson’s groundbreaking track.
Snaggletooth isn’t just Motorhead’s mascot; it’s a visual anthem of rebellion. Born from the imagination of artist and rocker, this emblem blends a dog’s ferocity with a gorilla’s strength, echoing the band’s gritty defiance.
The story of “Motorhead” captures the essence of the band it would come to name—a relentless pursuit of fast, loud, and raucous rock’n’roll.
Before he was the iconic frontman of Motörhead, Lemmy Kilmister was setting the stage for another legend: Jimi Hendrix.
Behind every great rockstar is a great… bottle of whiskey? Explore the legendary tales of Lemmy Kilmister and his undying love for Jack Daniel’s.
The Motörhead frontman, Lemmy Kilmister, was as much a figure of rock and roll as he was a lover of slot machines. From frequenting the Rainbow Bar and Grill’s poker game to being the inspiration behind a rock-themed slot machine, Lemmy’s relationship with these buzzing contraptions was as captivating as his music.
His music was loud, his lifestyle louder. But when health issues struck, Lemmy Kilmister changed his tune, proving rock stars can adapt without losing their edge.
In 1984, Motörhead, notorious for their loud concerts, performed at the Cleveland Variety Theater. The noise level? A staggering 130 decibels.