Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons - Philip Campbell Passed Away

Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons - Philip Campbell Passed Away

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March 14, 2026
The legendary Motörhead guitarist Philip Anthony Campbell has passed away at the age of 64. In recent years, Phil was occupied with Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons and his solo project.

Official statement at Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons FB page: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Philip Anthony Campbell, who passed away peacefully last night following a long and courageous battle in intensive care after a complex major operation.

Phil was a devoted husband, a wonderful father, and a proud and loving grandfather, known affectionately as “Bampi.” He was deeply loved by all who knew him and will be missed immensely. His legacy, music and the memories he created with so many will live on forever.

We kindly ask that our family’s privacy is respected during this incredibly difficult time."




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14.03.2026 - 14:37

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"1916" line up is complete and plays in Heaven now. RIP Phil
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14.03.2026 - 14:39

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RIP
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One more hero passing away... RIP Phil
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14.03.2026 - 17:15

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14.03.2026 - 18:17

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Rest in peace Phil
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14.03.2026 - 18:45
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Fuck, and I was so looking forward to the Judas Priest gig in Warsaw. FUCK!

RIP Phil!
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14.03.2026 - 19:00

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The virsitility that he showed with Motorhead was one of my favorite things about the band too
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RIP, thought he reachs 75
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15.03.2026 - 11:21
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Awful news. Rest in peace, Phil.

From the Motörhead FB page:

"We cannot believe we’re saying this…it is with profound sadness that we have to say Philip Anthony Campbell has passed.

"He was Motörhead's guitarist for 31 years (the longest serving member aside from Lemmy) having joined in 1984. After Lemmy’s passing, he was blessed to form Phil Campbell and The Bastard Sons with his sons Todd, Dane and Tyla, which recorded and toured together for years.

"Phil was a wonderful guitarist, writer, performer, and musician who had Motörhead in his veins. He always led with his gift of guitar, and carried a great sense of humour, but most of all, Phil led with his heart. You could not be around him without a chuckle or twenty, because quite simply, Phil loved life and lived it with great joy.

"There will be plenty of time for us to share stories -tales of Campbell glory- and some damn good jokes together; for now, please send love and positive energy to Gaynor and the boys while affording them time, space, and privacy.

"Much love and RIP Phil. The world has just lost an enormous beam of light, and we are devastated."
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