Lemmy Kilmister sat down with Crypt Magazine recently and gave a lenthgy interview with topic ranging from President Obama, Sarah Palin and why the Internet will be the “death of humanity”. Here are a couple of highlights:
Lemmy on Politics:
I think Obama is in a very difficult place. Because he’s getting stooped every fucking time he turns around, right? Because you kept Republicans in the government; that was a mistake obviously.He should have had Dick Cheney as his running mate; I’m sure that would have been more popular than Joe Biden. Sarah Palin, she’s the one that impresses me. Jesus Christ, cookoo. What’s the point of even talking to the woman, she’s like nuts. The fucking woman’s a flake.
Lemmy on why the Internet is going to fucking kill us:
They’re gonna be the death of humanity, believe me. The internet is gonna kill humanity because we can’t use it, we don’t know how to use it. I mean the greatest communication system ever known to man has been invented. What do you use it for? Child pornography. Isn’t it fucking wonderful? They always go for the lowest common denominator and then spin it around. There are all kinds of fucking nut cases out there. And everybody can be equally heard which is not a good idea. Because some people, if they get heard all across the world, and it’s gonna fucking really twist everything up. One in five people aren’t fit to shine your fucking shoes.
Lemmy on Robots and what keeps him going with Motörhead 36 years later:
I believe robots are stealing our luggage. I dunno, everybody’s driven by something, survival mostly. It’s just I love what I do. It’s a great gig. So, why not do it?
You can read the entire interview with Lemmy at Crypt Magazine.
Stand By Me cover by Lemmy Kilmister. For Jane who after seeing Lemmy and the Head Cat at The Viper Room this past New Years Day said she would now and forever“lay off of Lemmy’s blue suede shoes”.
Lemmy’s gravely cover of the Ben E. King’s 1961 classic features Slayer’s Dave Lombardo on the drums.
You can find Lemmy’s version of Stand By Me on Flip Skateboard’sExtremely Sorry soundtrack.
In a recent interview to Vice, Lemmy talked about Motorhead’s 1981 tour with Ozzy(during the Blizzard of Ozz, one of the most incredible gigs I’ve ever seen, bar none) and KISS. Kilmister recalled the time he saw KISS for the first time with their makeup off.
You are the most low-maintenance band, and then they needed their fucking makeup artist. I know. Remember when they took the makeup off?
Yeah. That was awkward for everybody. Very awkward. Because you found out, “Jesus, they’re ugly.”
They are not pretty men. Except for Paul Stanley. He was still cute. But the other three?
It’s like waking up next to a chick after you were blackout drunk and you’re like, “Oh shit.” [laughs] Fucking hell, hiding in the bathroom till she leaves.
I like to play asleep. It’s like the fox-trap syndrome. You’d rather gnaw your arm off than wake her up.
Lemmy gets philosophical about porn and war. For NPD.
Lemmy Kilmister recently sat down with the Belfast Telegraph to impart some of what he’s learned over the years. My favorite quote from the interview (which can be read in it’s entirety here) is below.
It’s all war and child porn. Mankind hasn’t progressed beyond the caves. All we’ve got are bigger weapons. We can just kill our enemies from further away. We don’t have to see what we did.
Thanks to The Mad Irish Man for the head up, double down. And hey, at least you’re in Vegas baby…
I just heard from a very metal source that Motorhead has just canceled their gig in Las Vegas tonight. It seems that Lemmy has lost his voice. Tour supporters Nashville Pussy and Reverend Horton Heat will still appear despite Motorhead’s cancellation.
Old matchbook from The Breakroom. Found last weekend at Motorhead.
Don’t worry. That’s exactly how a matchbook in your pocket always looked a day later. Same goes for the number on the inside flap, minus the fake phone number. I swear.
Thanks!: Dr. H.
Stickies From the Editor: Sometimes stuff happens and I don’t have a camera. I’d thank my iPhone but, that would be too easy. For now, I’m going to thank Captain Shakey and her inability to hold her gun-shooting hand steady.
During an interview with a Canadian newspaper, Lemmy Kilmister gave up some of the secrets to his very metal, longevity. It reads pretty much how the “book of life” anecdotes from Lemmy might read.
Lemmy on booze:
I do still drink a lot. About a bottle of Jack (Daniel’s) a day. [As for the drug consumption], I steer clear of talking about it.
Lemmy on chicks:
It’s more difficult on the road ’cause it’s so transient. If you don’t get ‘em that first night, you’re gone.
I get to see the final cut before it goes out. [But] there’s not much about my life I’m uncomfortable with — really.
MOTÖRHEAD will be in Seattle for a sold-out show at The Showbox SoDo on Friday, October 2nd. Which is exactly where yours truly will be come Friday night.
Brutal Legend is a new XBox/PS3 game that includes the voice talent of Lemmy Kilmister (as Kill Master), Rob Halford(as General Lionwhyte) Ronnie James Dio, Lita Ford and Jack Black. Black voices the games main character, super-roadie turned monster slayer, Eddie Riggs. The very metal soundtrack includes Black Sabbath, Wolfmother, Judas Priest and new music from Lita Ford.
Aug. 30 – Chicago, IL – Congress Theater Sep. 01 – Detroit, MI – Motor City Casino Sep. 02 – Toronto, ON – The Sound Academy Sep. 05 – Atlantic City, NJ
No dates for Seattle yet (although Heat will play two dates at the Showbox in July with Nekromantix) but I, like you can hope for a sweaty night with Lemmy Kilmister this summer. It’s good to have goals.
Night Horse, Shine On Me. From the bands 2008 debut record, Night Won’t Hide You.
The March issue of the incredibly cool UK mag, Classic Rockhas kept my eyes and ears busy for weeks now. My very sexy friend, Sleazegrinder, penned an epic retrospective onGreen Rivercalled River Runs Deep. March’s issue also had some of the best musical recommendations I’ve seen in print in some time. I’m gonna share a few this week, starting with LA’sNight Horse.
Lemmy originally dubbed Night Horse the Mother Fucking Razorbacks. Either way, Night Horse is cranking out some very sweet, raucous rock sounds. Which totally works for me.
Night Horse will be at Spaceland in Silverland, California with Valiant Thor(!) on Friday, April 3rd. Green River will play two gigs at The Showbox @ The Market in May with TheMelvins.
Lemmy, 49% motherfucker, 51% son of a bitch. Not an alcoholic…
An uplifting Journal called Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research concluded that drinkers who frequent establishments WHERE YOU HAVE TO SHOUT TO TALK, drank more than their boring wine bar counterparts. One of the key researchers, Nicolas Gueguen PhD of France, reinforced the findings saying that if the music is too loud, you can’t carry on a conversation so you drink more.
In other news, I am happy to report that one of the reasons I drink is because I love loud music. Not because I’m a rummy. Take that Vodka/Tequilla/Makers (rocks)/Rum (no Captain’s thank you)/Beer/Champy (but only when I completely loaded at a party and there’s nothing else to drink at 3:00 am)! You’re not the boss of me…
Here’s a listing of the live tracks, recorded back in 2000 at the bands 25th Anniversary Show at The Brixton Academy in London:
RED VINYL SIDE A:
We are Motorhead
No Class
Over Your Shoulder
Metropolis
God save the Queen
RED VINYL SIDE B
Born to Raise Hell
The Case is better than the Catch
Stay Out of Jail
Dead Man Tell no Tales
BLUE VINYL SIDE C
Sacrifice
Going to Brasil
Broken
Damage Case
BLUE VINYL SIDE D
Killed by Death
Bomber
Aces of Spades
Overkill
Lemmy wants you to join his Army. I suggest you do what the fuck Lemmy tells you to…
In other very metal Motorhead news, you can now become a member of Lemmy’s personal Army. Sign up at Lemmy’s Army website to receive free virtual merch and even chat live with Lemmy himself in the forums once the site officially launches.
Like many of you, I collect t-shirts. It’s a safe-not-bad-for-your-lungs-or-liver addiction. Which is great since I’ve got way too many addictions that involve my lungs and liver. Anyway, here’s proof that the coolest of the cool can in fact, get cooler.LemmyHimself designed this sweet Tee in honor of his upcoming biopic, Lemmy the Movie. Besides, the the current price of your good-looking, upper torso, is well worth $30 bucks.
Lemmy and Mike Ness in the same place at the same time? Maybe my luck is looking up afterall. Anyway, the 25 city tour kicks off on January 30th and rolls on through March 15th. Stops include Seattle (!), Boston, and Albany, NY. Visit www.musink.org for actual dates for each city and ticket info.
Have you been asking yourself lately if someone you love has been brainwashed into submission? I know I have. Why? I’ll tell you. When I was driving down I-5 today I ended up behind a sweet little powder-blue, 1965 Mustang. Even in traffic, it’s always exciting to get close to any Mustang between the years of 1965 – 1973. The little number in front of me was also being driven by a chick, which, despite my initial pang of jealously, made me smile. Until I got close enough to see the two bumper stickers on her car. The first one had Dino Rossi’s name on it. The other one said that “life begins at conception”. Then there was the small white cowboy hat hanging from her rear view mirror. I loved that Mustang. I gave that Mustang the best 10 minutes of my life when I was stuck behind it today. I mean, what kind of person puts bumper stickers on a ‘69 Mustang?
Well, now you know. And so do I.
Friday, September 19th:
The Maldives. Football not included.
The Maldives and Shim The Tractor
Two of my favorite bands on one bill at what is easily, the greatest club in the City of Seattle. Come out and see what happens when twang and dry ice collide. Here’s a hint: what happens is completely awesome.
Seattle’s own Earth scored the coveted opening spot for Nick Cave next week. If you were planning on drinking away Cave’s opening act, drink again. I mean, think again.
Fremont October Fest Shim, Cancer Rising and Texas Chainsaw Pumpkin Carving
Easily the funnest and drunkest good time you will have all year.
Center of the Universe.
Motorhead
Roseland Ballroom (New York)
On a sad note, Slim Jim Phantom broke his wrist in three places, causing Lemmy’s The Head Cat to cancel all their October gigs. Including the October 9th gig in Seattle at El Corazon. Personally, I’d like to see this show re-booked at a bigger venue but, like you, I’ll take Lemmy anywhere and anyway I can get him.
A Flock of Seagulls Morongo Casino Resort and Spa (Cabazon, CA)
I got thrown out of a Flock of Seagulls show once. Did I tell you that already? No? Really? That’s weird. That’s usually the first thing I tell people. Anyway, everything happens for a reason. Especially when it comes to A Flock of Seagulls. Whatever that means.
The Meat Purveyors.
The Meat Purveyors The Tractor
According to a very good looking friend of Cherrybomb, seeing the bluegrass loving Meat Purveyors is always a drunken good time.
Looking Ahead:
Jodie Watts outside the Vogue. Photo by Anna Knowlden.
80’s Cover Night with Ms. Led, Jodie Watts and so much MORE…
The Sunset On Thursday, September 25th, Seattle band Jodie Watts will play their first gig in three years. Jodie Watts was the first local band I saw after moving to Seattle in 1999. The show was at The Sit ‘n’ Spin and the bartender turned out to be an old friend. I can’t tell you how much that show warmed my cold, East Coast rock ‘n’ roll heart. Almost 10 years later, that night still ranks high up on Cherrybomb’s “good time” list. And, since I love to have a good time, it just makes sense that you should be at The Sunset on Thursday, September 25th.
Monotonixwill be at The Comet Tavern on Satuday, September 27th. Did you get shut-out of Monotonix’s show at Bumbershoot earlier this month? The Comet is mosh-friendly. Trust me.
The Saturday Knights.
The Saturday Knightsare at Neumo’s on Thursday October 16th. Just like their last record, TSK’s new record is really, really good.
So there you have it. This week’s Get The Fuck Out is, well, out. And you should be too.
Cherrybombed.com is about the music and culture of the Pacific Northwest, as well as other cool happenings around the world. We also shine a spotlight on celebrities behaving badly. Here, you will find videos, low-brow artwork and images, and tattoos only a mother could hate.
If boozing was an olympic event, we would be on a box of Wheaties. If this all sounds familiar to you (and your mother), welcome home.
