Motörhead

Motörhead was the definitive speed metal band. They received a Grammy. They had two hit albums in the United States, but not until their final years. Otherwise they were phenomenal worldwide. The Koopaling Lemmy from the Mario universe was inspired by the late member Lemmy Kilmister. They pioneered the "heavy metal umlaut", making themselves look Nordic when in fact they are British. This is also found on Mötley Crüe and Blue Öyster Cult.