Overview

• A bronze statue of Lemmy Kilmister, designed by sculptor Andy Edwards and containing some of his ashes, was unveiled in Burslem on May 9, 2025.
• The ceremony drew hundreds of fans, many wearing Motörhead T-shirts, alongside bikers who paid tribute to the legendary musician.
• Phil Campbell, former guitarist of Motörhead, and Burslem mayor Lyn Sharpe delivered speeches commemorating Lemmy's contributions to music and his local roots.
• Lemmy, born Ian Fraser Kilmister in Burslem in 1945, founded Motörhead in 1975, cementing the band's place as a cornerstone of heavy metal.
• The statue reflects both the deep admiration of fans and the civic pride of Burslem in honoring one of its most influential cultural figures.