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Phil Campbell’s Bastard Sons will be paying tribute to the late Motörhead guitarist at this year’s Hella Rock Festival. That event will take place at HMV Empire in Coventry, UK on September 5 and it will also feature: Tailgunner, King Kraken, Silveroller, Hell’s Addiction, Beth Blade And The Beautiful Disasters, Suns Of Rest, and WÄLKER. Tickets can be found HERE.

Organizers commented:

“We are beyond honoured to announce that Phil Campbell’s Bastard Sons will be headlining Hella Rock Festival 2026.

As many of you know, Phil Campbell was due to headline Hella Rock Festival this year alongside his sons. Since the news of Phil’s passing in March we’ve made it our duty to all his fans and Motorhead fans to make this day unforgettable.

It is with deep respect and gratitude that we welcome Dane, Todd & Tyla now proudly carrying the name Phil Campbell’s Bastard Sons to headline the newly named Phil Campbell Stage.

🔥A DAY DEDICATED TO PHIL CAMPBELL🔥

Hella Rock Festival 2026 will be a full tribute to Phil’s incredible legacy. Throughout the day, fans will have the chance to celebrate and remember a true icon of rock ‘n’ roll:

♠️Phil’s guitar rig will be on display for fans to pay their respects

♠️Tour backdrops from across his legendary career showcased around the venue

♠️A fan memorial book for you to share your memories and messages, which will be presented to the family after the show

♠️Motörhead beer available all day – both on tap and in cans

♠️Classic Motörhead footage playing on our cinema screens between changeovers

🚪 Doors open from 12 noon, with Motörhead, PCATBS, Phil Campbell’s solo music and more playing throughout the day to set the tone for this unforgettable tribute.

This is more than a festival it’s a celebration of a life, a legacy, and the music that brought us all together.
Join us as we honour Phil Campbell the only way we know how…

LOUD. PROUD. AND UNFORGETTABLE.”

Festival director James Pilling added:

“We knew straight away this year had to mean more. Losing Phil Campbell hit the whole rock community hard, and we have worked closely with his family to make sure this is done right.”