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: The track features a "stadium rock" scale, utilizing a solid hard-rock base that replaces the experimental electronic textures of the Berlin-era original with gritty guitar work.

Motörhead "Heroes" (David Bowie Cover): The Ultimate Heavy Metal Tribute

Released posthumously in 2017, Motörhead's rendition of David Bowie's 1977 masterpiece "Heroes" stands as a poignant finale to the career of Lemmy Kilmister. Recorded during the 2015 sessions for the band's final studio album, Bad Magic , it was one of the last tracks Lemmy ever laid down before his passing in December of that year. The Backstory: From Reluctance to Pride

Despite this early skepticism, the band—rounded out by guitarist Phil Campbell and drummer Mikkey Dee—pushed forward. The result was a version that Lemmy ended up "loving" and felt "very, very proud of," largely because the process was simply fun. The Sound: "Motörheading" a Classic

The track almost didn't happen. According to WWE legend Triple H , who was a close friend of Lemmy's, the frontman was initially hesitant about the lyrics. When suggested he cover Bowie, Lemmy famously quipped, .

The cover was the "star attraction" of the 2017 compilation album Under Cöver , which gathered 11 of the band's most iconic remakes, including songs by Metallica, the Sex Pistols, and the Rolling Stones. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Cd Motorhead Under Cover Brand Sealed

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