Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
Motörheadache and guests Street Outlaws: The Factory Live 09/08/2025
Motörheadache: The relentless musical tsunami of Motörhead powered at us at the Factory Live. No sleep ’till Worthing! Fast and loud!
Rarely are audiences treated to two bands of such quality on the same bill. Black Rabbit Productions had put two class bands on at The Factory Live, marrying up Motörheadache and outfit Street Outlaws.
Motörheadache: Rob Campbell on Bass and Vox,
Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
Gary Bowler on drums,
Motörheadache: Rob Campbell on Bass and Vox,
Phil Powell on guitar, who we had seen earlier.
Motörheadache: Rob Campbell on Bass and Vox,
A bit of a line-up change since the last time we met.
Rob/Lemmy kicks off the evening with a shout of “We are Motörhead, and we play rock ‘n’ roll.”
Motörheadache: Rob Campbell on Bass and Vox,
Maintaining that three-piece look, Motörheadache were in fine form. “Lemmy” was pounding away on his bass and singing up to the mic, straining his neck and vocal chords in that Lemmy style as usual. Phil was excellent with the supreme guitar work and Gary at the back beating hell from the kit whilst twirling those sticks. The last time I saw Motörheadache was couple of years ago in Brighton. This time, I thought this Motörheadache line-up was in great synchrony together and those classic songs really came off well, live and loud at The Factory Live.
The Set
They opened with Iron Fist and No Class, that’s how to do it! The band went on to play a fiery set that included The Hammer, Burner, Killed by Death, and Jail bait. “Is it loud enough?” asked Rob! He politely asked “Turn It Up Motherf***ers!” to a huge cheer from the crowd
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- Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
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- Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
They played tracks from across the Motörhead back catalogue, and sadly, we will never hear them live again delivered by Lemmy. You can get real close however if you go to see Motörheadache! These guys bring the full experience and will make your ears buzz for a couple of days at least! Rob/Lemmy seemed to enjoy being close to the crowd and engaging with those pressed up against the barrier with fist bumps and high fives.
Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
Sadly since Lemmy passed away there was a sudden reality check for millions of fans that there would never be another live Motörhead gig. It is a hard and tough pill to swallow for many. However, I have to say not all is lost as there is an alternative out there; they are as close as you can get. Motörheadache are keeping Lemmy’s legacy alive and loud!
Please don’t touch!
Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
A pal attending Rebellion in Blackpool posted Girls School were on stage and had just played Please Dont Touch, just as Motörheadache played it at The Factory. It was a certain Fiona Steel smashing the vocals on this one. Awesome! We also had a face melting run of Silvermachine. Some super bass thumping, guitar breaks and a wonderful drum solo from Gary, not enough drum solos these days, but this was pure magic! The video is further down the page – it is LOUD!
Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
When Motörheadache takes to the stage, one senses that you are on the set of a 1980s metal video and it has come to life. Motörheadache bring it to life. It is as close as you are gonna get these days, with an authentic amp header Murder One glowing in the dark.
Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
It was an ear punishing 90-minute set. It was full of those trademark accurate covers of this glorious sweaty metal music. Iron Horse, All The Aces, Killed by Death, Motorhead and RAMONES were in the set, those songs were set favourites for me, until Silver-machine was unleashed! Damn it was good to be back having my hearing battered once again with these guys.
Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
The relentless musical tsunami of Motörhead powered at us with Bomber. The time had raced past, the trio delivered metal’s crowning achievement: the all-time greatest metal tune, the incomparable Ace Of Spades and closed with Overkill.
We play rock ‘n’ roll!
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- Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
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- Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
There is not a lot I can say about their live show except that the band were as undeviating and absolute as ever. The crowd loved it. I loved it!! The Factory live had its very foundations rocked! It finishes as it starts, “We are Motörheadache, and we play rock ‘n’ roll.” Keep it alive Rob! We love it! The guys took a bow, well deserved and left the stage with Rob fist bumping his crowd.
Motörheadache: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
Now, you may also need a day off after a show, It’s not just the hangover. It’s not just the sore throat from drinking and smoking too much and yelling along to every song. It’s the hearing, mostly that has taken an absolute battering, that high pitched ringing in your ears and the thought that everyone you talk to is mumbling. This is normal after a Motörheadache set, just as it was after a Motörhead show.
The blend of the passion of Motörhead music, power, and precision is flawless. Motörheadache, well they nailed it!
A Video! Turn it up! SILVERMACHINE (set to HD)
Street Outlaws
Street Outlaws: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
Lead/rhythm guitars and throat Phil Powell and on bass Vitor Ribêiro.
Street Outlaws: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
Street Outlaws are a 3 piece band playing loud, fast, mean, dirty rock ‘n’ roll! They are a Motörhead inspired rock n roll band with a bluesy feel and neatly garnished with a raw, punky edge.
Street Outlaws: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
Outside we heard the band strike up, yep, there was that almost Motörhead sound blasting through the outside speakers and we all filed inside.
Street Outlaws: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
From the first song Lead, Dont Follow to the last Rolling Into Town, it was fast and loud throughout the set. We had a generous helping of face melting guitar solo runs and riffs, thumping bass lines and some heavy duty drum playing. Phil’s vocals cut through the roar of the guitar, bass and drums.
Street Outlaws: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
A great choice for opening off the evenings gig, with at times that Motörhead sound coming through. The drums and bass seemed to just naturally lock on with the relentless driving of a rhythm created by a drag racers piston engine, while the guitar slices cutting you in half between raw, aggressive bursts and concise string playing that drags you back into the moment.
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- Street Outlaws: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
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- Street Outlaws: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
Every song in the short but loud set holds you in its grip and that is not easy to do. From the tight, stabbing riffs to the moments where the beat drops away and then powers back there can be no doubt what they’re trying to achieve, and doing it with audio full frontal firepower. The Street Outlaws played on, not once letting the mood slip. A couple of other tracks included was a timely inclusion of Lemmy, Gun Slinging Outlaw and Bringin’ It Home.
Street Outlaws: photo by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex
Keep an eye out for these guys, they have been around awhile in various guises, go see them live if you can, you will be set for something special. Street Outlaws are tight, urgent, and precise. A full on, in your face flawless all rockin’ performance. Hell yeah!
And Finally…
The sound was superb tonight, it was loud and full, and it was punchier than a right hook from Rocky Balboa!
Thanks to Motörheadache, Street Outlaws, The Factory Live and Black Rabbit Productions.
Thanks to the top team and management from Black Rabbit Productions keep up top date with these guys! BRINGING LIVE MUSIC TO BRIGHTON & SUSSEX.
Safe to say we all had a great time at The Factory Live. All the staff were very helpful and welcoming as they always are. This is a great venue for music, club nights or comedy! Nicely done guys! Experience The Factory Live! A 285 capacity live music venue situated in the heart of Worthing on the South Coast. They recently announced they were awarded Live Music Venue of the year in West Sussex 2024/2025. Congratulations from Scene Sussex, well deserved. I have had many great times there, and look forward to more visits.
Words and photos by Ian Bourn.
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