The holiday season brought with it the sad news that legendary Motörhead frontman Lemmy had passed away. His close friends and family are set to gather at the Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery in Hollywood to bid farewell to the mighty hard rock icon this weekend.
The service will be live-streamed via Motörhead’s official YouTube channel and the band have requested fans pay their respects to Lemmy by gathering together and watching the tribute on Sunday, 10th January from 9.30am AEST.
“Wherever you are, PLEASE get together and watch the service with fellow Motörheadbangers and friends,” they wrote. “Go to your favorite bar, or your favorite club, make sure they have access to an internet connection and toast along with us.”
“Or simply invite your pals around and celebrate Lemmy’s life at home. Whatever your venue, and however you can, let’s be sure to gather globally and celebrate the life of our dear friend and irreplaceable icon.”
Lemmy’s favourite bar, The Rainbow Bar & Grill in LA, will be holding their own memorial service and a little closer to home, Melbourne’s home of rock and roll, Cherry Bar, will be hosting the live stream inside the venue.
“When Motorhead Management ask. You just do it!” venue owners write. “At the request of Motorhead Management Cherry Bar will stream the Lemmy Memorial LIVE this Sunday 10 January at 9am.”
Entry is free from 8.30am and Ace of Spades will perform a live Motörhead tribute set after the memorial.
Lemmy Memorial @ Cherry Bar
Sunday, 10th January 2016
Cherry Bar, Melbourne
FREE ENTRY
