Motorhead: The Rise of the Loudest Band in the World: The Authorized Graphic Novel (Motörhead) - Softcover

David Calcano; Mark Irwin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1970047364 ISBN 13: 9781970047363

Publisher: Fantoons, 2025

Synopsis

Dive into the world of Motörhead’s wild 40-year career with this officially authorized, fully illustrated graphic novel crafted by award-winning animation studio Fantoons.

Spanning 144 pages packed with stunning illustrations, Motörhead: The Rise of the Loudest Band in the World tells the legendary story of Motörhead’s frontman Lemmy Kilmister and the band’s meteoric rise to becoming one of the most influential rock bands of all time.

From Lemmy’s early days working at a riding school in the English countryside to the recording of the band’s iconic album and first major international success, Ace of Spades, this Motörhead graphic novel chronicles the extraordinary story of the famous frontman’s incredible journey as the leader of the “loudest band in the world.”

With this essential piece of Motörhead history and lore, fans will learn more about the band that heavily influenced well-known groups like Metallica and Foo Fighters, and discover the fascinating tale of the legend himself, Lemmy Kilmister!

Born to Lose. Live to Win.

About this title

About the Author

Originally from Caracas, David Calcano has been fusing still and moving pictures with music to craft meaningful stories for over a decade as the Chief Director of Fantoons Animation Studios. He’s written for the page and screen, as well as directed animation for the likes of Disney, Universal, Warner, Westbrook (Will Smith’s company), Publicis, Rush, Nat King Cole, Iron Maiden, Frank Sinatra, Frank Zappa, The Beach Boys, Johnny Ramone, and more… the list goes on and on! His creative output includes award-winning animated music videos, advertising spots, album packages, concert visuals, and critically-acclaimed books. Beyond his professional delivery, David is a massive music fan with a collection of more than 10,000 records and counting.

From the Back Cover

Dive into the world of Motörhead's wild 40-year career with this officially authorized, fully illustrated graphic novel crafted by award-winning animation studio Fantoons.

Spanning 144 pages packed with stunning illustrations, Motörhead: The Rise of the Loudest Band in the World tells the legendary story of Motörhead's frontman Lemmy Kilmister and the band's meteoric rise to becoming one of the most influential rock bands of all time.

From Lemmy's early days working at a riding school in the English

Edition details

• Publisher: Fantoons
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1970047364
• ISBN 13: 9781970047363
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 144