News : Motorhead announce 2011 Australian tour

One of the world’s loudest bands, MOTORHEAD will be returning to Australian shores next March to take part in a string of tours across the east coast of Australia.

Press release:

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“Lemmy is a God. He is the reason. He is the last man standing and no one comes close”
– Dave Grohl

Motörhead play – correction – Motörhead ARE loud, fast, dirty, bluesy rock ‘n roll with an unrivaled, ruthless attitude; obnoxious yet dignified. For over 35 years the band has maintained their strong hold as a force of unrelenting sonic power, pounding their music into the ear drums of audiences all over the world; reducing the masses into exhausted, sweat soaked, tinnitus-suffering submission, and leaving them begging for more.

The band has uniquely pioneered both heavy metal and punk rock, and is revered by aficionados of both genres.  Theirs is a sound and a way of being that sees their fan base continue to grow year after year, and that has rightfully solidified Motörhead as living legends of hard rock.

Although Motörhead’s line-up has changed since its formation in 1975, the band’s main auxiliary consists of three long standing members; guitarist, Phil Campbell, drummer Mikkey Dee and founding member, figure head and demi-god, Ian ‘Lemmy’ Kilmister.

Motörhead is personified by the gravel-laden vocals, phenomenally articulate lyrics and rumbling bass playing of Lemmy. From his days as a roadie for the Jimi Hendrix Experience to playing bass in ‘70s psychedelic rock band Hawkwind, to forming Motörhead, Lemmy has mowed his own path, defying odds, balking stereotypes and ignoring fashions, fads and trends.  Of him, ex- Guns ‘N Roses guitarist, Slash (who played on Motörhead’s 1992 album, “March or Die”) says, “Lemmy’s like one of my all-time f*****g heroes… I really appreciate everything about him”.

Phil Campbell joined Motörhead in 1984 and has weathered the band’s transformations from a duel guitar line-up, back to its original trio configuration where it has remained since 1994.   Discussing the band’s longevity, Campbell remarked “We don’t care about musical trends; we just look after Motörhead….Sometimes I think it’s a life sentence but if I didn’t enjoy it I wouldn’t still be doing it.”

Swedish drummer Mikkey Dee first made a name for himself with King Diamond in the 1980s. Dee’s drums on the first four King Diamond records are widely considered to be among the finest drumming performances in the history of heavy metal. Lemmy had been asking Mikkey to join Motörhead repeatedly from 1985 until Dee finally accepted in 1992. In an interview in 1994 Lemmy stated, “Mikkey Dee, in a way, saved us, because he is the best drummer that we’ve ever had. He’s excellent.”

To their fans, Motörhead are the unholy trinity, more worthy of worship than any religious icon.  Kim Thore (All Access Magazine) described the fans outside a recent Motörhead concert; “these were followers; rock ‘n roll Pilgrims at the Mecca of Motörhead.”  It’s a scene that’s sure to be replicated in Australia as Motörhead crusaders turn out in their masses to witness the return of their rock ‘n roll prophets.

Forget your bibles.  Bring your earplugs. This communion is sure to be sacrilege.

Tickets go on sale Wednesday, 12 December at 9am for Melbourne and all other states go on sale Thursday, 23rd December at 9am through respected outlets. Tickets only $99.

MOTORHEAD AUSTRALIAN 2011 TOUR

Saturday 26th March:
FESTIVAL HALL, MELBOURNE
125 Swanston Street, Melbourne
[Licensed all ages]
Tickets on sale via:
http://www.ticketmaster.com.au/Motorhead-tickets/artist/986414
TICKETS ON SALE WEDNESDAY 12TH JANUARY 2011, 9AM.

Monday 28th March:
THE BIG TOP, LUNA PARK SYDNEY
1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point
[18+ only]
Tickets on sale via:
http://tickets.redanttouring.com/default.aspx?Event=19258
EXCLUSIVE PRE SALE WEDNESDAY 22ND DECEMBER, MIDDAY
GENERAL ON SALE THURSDAY 23RD DECEMBER, 9AM.

Wednesday 30th March:
THE BARTON THEATRE, ADELAIDE
112 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville
[Licensed all ages]
Tickets on sale via:
http://www.venuetix.com.au/
TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY 23RD DECEMBER, 9AM.

Friday 1st April:
CONVENTION CENTRE, GOLD COAST *** NO BRISBANE SHOW ***
Cnr Gold Coast Highway & TE Peters Drive, Broadbeach
[Licensed all ages]
Tickets on sale via:
http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=MOTORHEA11

Special Meet & Greet packages available for only $499 + booking fee.

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