Michael “Würzel” Burston

 The Man

• Born Michael Burston (Oct. 23, 1949 – July 9, 2011)

• Guitarist for Motörhead during their mid-era evolution

• Nickname “Würzel” came from his days as a farm worker (“turnip” in slang)

Style & Role

• Brought a heavier, thicker guitar sound

• Helped transition the band into a more modern metal edge

• Played on:

  • Orgasmatron (1986)

  • Rock ’n’ Roll (1987)

  • 1916 (1991)

 Motörhead Timeline

• Joined in 1984

• Stayed through a major rebuilding era of the band

 How He Passed

• Died July 9, 2011 at age 61

• Cause: heart disease