Longtime Motörhead gutarist Phil Campbell has died. He was 64 years old.
According to his family, Campbell passed away following a “complex and major operation.”
The tragic news was announced today, March 14, in a statement from Welsh rock band Phil Campbell and The Bastard Sons, a band that includes Campbell’s sons Todd, Dane, and Tyla Campbell.
“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.”
According to Louder Sound, Campbell, who was born in Pontypridd, Wales, in 1961, joined his first band at the age of 13. In 1979, he co-founded his first heavy metal originals band, Persian Risk.
In 1984, following the departure of ex-Thin Lizzy guitarist Brian Robertson, Campbell auditioned for Motörhead alongside Michael "Würzel" Burston -- both were hired and made their debuts on 1984’s No Remorse. Playing guitar for the legendary Motörhead is where Campbell stayed until frontman Lemmy’s death in 2015.
The following year, Guitar World shared, Campbell started his own project, Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons. The band features his three sons on guitar, bass, and drums, with former Attack! Attack! singer Neil Starr supplying the vocals.
In February of this year, the Bastard Sons canceled their Australian tour “due to medical advice,” adding, “We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience this is likely to cause our fans, but Phil's health will always be our number one priority.”
Tributes Are Pouring In
“I'm at a loss for words. This is so sad... Phil, it was an honor to call you a friend. We will never forget you! Rest in peace!” Doro Pesch wrote on Instagram.
View this post on Instagram"He was the funniest guy I have ever known and the best rock guitar player I have ever played with," former bandmate Mikkey Dee said on social media, per Ultimate Classic Rock.
"He was the funniest guy I have ever known and the best rock guitar player I have ever played with," his former bandmate Mikkey Dee said on social media: t.co/WX54Tr5Ltu
— UltimateClassicRock (@UltClassicRock) March 14, 2026"Legendary Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell has passed away at the age of 64. A true rock icon whose powerful riffs helped define Motörhead’s sound and inspire generations of musicians. He will be deeply missed, but his music will live on forever," Conti 2023 wrote.
Legendary Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell has passed away at the age of 64.A true rock icon whose powerful riffs helped define Motörhead’s sound and inspire generations of musicians. He will be deeply missed, but his music will live on forever. ? pic.twitter.com/KWPJzwV8Ze
— Conti 2023 (@Mouton2023) March 14, 2026"The Motörhead jam with Lemmy, Philthy Animal Taylor and Würzel can now continue in heaven... RIP Phil Campbell, you left far too soon Thank you for all the great time and amazing music," FCK.FM magazine shared.
The Motörhead jam with Lemmy, Philthy Animal Taylor and Würzel can now continue in heaven... RIP Phil Campbell, you left far too soon ? Thank you for all the great time and amazing music ? pic.twitter.com/0nDpgMsazL
— FCK.FM® Magazine | Rock'n'Roll, Girls & Lifestyle (@fckfmrocks) March 14, 2026
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