The stray cat

Quireboys bassist Nigel Mogg, an old Lemmy pal, reflects on the man he sees as “the king of rock stars” who could also be “incredibly normal”.

For journalist, photographer and ultimate punk Mörat, Lemmy was a supportive friend and, at times, a father figure.

Motörhead crew stalwart and former housemate Johnnie Allan talks folk heroes, Page Three models and tuna sandwiches.

In 1975, behind the kit was Lucas Fox, who bonded with Lemmy over Monty Python and MC5, speed and Special Brew.

Classic Rock writer, former Zigzag editor and Motörhead biographer Kris Needs was also Lemmy’s neighbour in London’s Notting Hill, as he recalls here.

Dan Hawcroft was Lemmy’s PA, road manager to Motörhead, all-round good mate and “designated driver” in the band’s latter days.