Philip John Taylor, better known as Phil “Philthy Animal” Taylor, was the drummer for Motörhead. He played with the band from 1975 to 1984, and again from 1987 to 1992, recording eleven studio albums and four live albums during his time with them.

Phil Taylor passed away on 12 November 2015 at the age of 61, after a prolonged illness. Liver failure was cited as the cause of death. He is buried at Hasland Cemetery in his hometown of Chesterfield.

The inscription on his tombstone reads:

Much loved son, brother & uncle.
Legendary drummer with a unique sense of humour.
Missed by many.

I’m a little teddy bear I don’t swear……

ADDRESS:
40 Churchside, Hasland, Chesterfield S41 0LB, Storbritannia

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