MOTÖRHEAD – Recording Academy / Grammy’s Remember LEMMY KILMISTER – “His Magnetic Stage Presence And Willingness To Break Barriers Propelled The Metal Genre To New Heights”

December 29, 2015, 35 minutes ago

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The Recording Academy (Grammys) has released the following official statement on the death of Motörhead vocalist / bassist Ian ‘Lemmy’ Kilmister, who passed away at age 70 yesterday (December 28th) from an extremely aggressive cancer:

“Grammy winner Lemmy Kilmister was a remarkable frontman and bona fide heavy metal icon. A founding member of the legendary group Motörhead, Lemmy’s raw, powerful vocals, paired with his innovative bass playing and songwriting skills, made him one of the most prominent figures in rock and roll. His magnetic stage presence and willingness to break barriers propelled the metal genre to new heights, influencing countless fellow musicians in the process.

“We have lost a truly dynamic member of the music community and our sincerest condolences go out to Lemmy’s family, friends, collaborators and all who have been impacted by his work.”

Neil Portnow
President/CEO
The Recording Academy

Motörhead won a 2005 Grammy with their cover of Metallica’s “Whiplash”.