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Lemmy was born on December 24, 1945 in Burslem, United Kingdom. Lemmy was a rock musician, bass guitarist and singer. Death is recorded on December 28, 2015, at the age of 70. Education on record includes Madeley High School and University of Staffordshire.
My Take
Lemmy is my benchmark for authenticity in rock and roll. From Burslem to Hawkwind to founding Motörhead, he never once adjusted his volume, his look, or his values to fit the moment—the moment eventually bent to fit him. I love that he was the band's only constant member for four decades; that kind of stubborn ownership of a sound is almost extinct. Born on Christmas Eve, gone just days after turning seventy, he played essentially until the end. To me he proved that a life lived without compromise is its own body of work, louder and more lasting than any award.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Lemmy
- Name (Japanese)
- レミー・キルミスター
- Reading
- れみー・きるみすたー
- Born
- December 24, 1945 – December 28, 2015
- Origin
- Burslem, United Kingdom
- Occupation
- rock musician / bass guitarist / singer / record producer / composer
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Capricorn / Rooster
2. Background
- High school
- Madeley High School
- University
- University of Staffordshire
3. Links
4. About this entry
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- Last updated
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Lemmy born?
Born December 24, 1945.
When did Lemmy die?
Died December 28, 2015, aged 70.
Where was Lemmy from?
Lemmy was from Burslem, United Kingdom.
What did Lemmy do?
Lemmy worked as rock musician, bass guitarist, singer, record producer, composer.
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