07/10/2011 22:01

Motörhead

Michael "Würzel" Burston (ex-Motörhead) passed away

According to a post made on Lemmy's bass tech Tim Butcher's Facebook, ex-Motörhead guitarist Michael "Würzel" Burston has passed away, apparently of heart disease. He was 61 years old and played with the band for nine albums between 1984 and 1995, holding the position of co-guitarist with current axeman Phil Campbell for his tenure in the band. Campbell remains the only guitarist as Würzel was never replaced.

Known for a blazing solo style, Würzel's tag-team with Campbell was a force to be reckoned with, and was one of the longest standing lineups in Motörhead's less-than-stable history. There has been no official statement from Motörhead as of yet.

(source: Broward Palm Beach New Times)