During a recent interview with the Los Angeles Times, Dave Mustaine reflected on launching Megadeth following his departure from Metallica. According to him, his former band and more were “holding him back” at the time and “it very much was [him] against the world.” Mustaine said the following: “Think of it. Where would I be…
During a recent interview with Primordial Radio, Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine discussed his plans to retire following a lengthy farewell tour. He says “when [he] can’t play anymore, [he] won’t.” Mustaine said the following: “You can see it right there [on my left hand] — there’s a line going across my palm right there. That’s, called…
During a recent interview with UnDinamo – La Última Radio De Rock, former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson confirmed that he is still open to taking part in the band’s farewell tour. According to him, he has “always said [he’s] available for that.” Ellefson, who was fired from Megadeth following a sex video scandal, said the…
During an appearance on “Roisin O’Connor’s Good Vibrations” podcast, Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine further discussed his political views. According to him, he’s “an independent,” who “votes for whoever’s the least of two evils, sometimes three.” Mustaine said the following: “I’m a very keen observer, and I probably see things very similar to the way you see…
During a new episode of “The David Ellefson Show,” former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson discussed the band’s self-titled farewell album. According to him, “it just doesn’t sound like Megadeth.” Ellefson said the following: “I do say this: I don’t remember [hearing] any of the songs [that are on the new MEGADETH album]… I thought ‘Let…
Megadeth’s self-titled farewell album has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. The effort achieved the ranking after moving 73,000 units. This includes 69,000 from traditional sales. Notably, this is the first time the band have topped the chart. Members of the group commented: Vocalist/guitarist Dave Mustaine: “After 40 years of delivering Megadeth…
During a recent interview with NME, Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine addressed the possibility of inviting former members of the band to take part in their farewell tour once again. However, according to him, “there’s not a valid reason to do something like that.” Mustaine said the following: “If we were to look at doing that, then…
During a recent interview with Teraz Rock, Dave Mustaine discussed the possibility of recording a solo album after Megadeth’s farewell tour. He is still undecided, but he said he “might” pursue the idea. Mustaine said the following about a solo record: “I might. I don’t think so. I might. I might. Right now, things are…
Megadeth have officially released their self-titled farewell album. Notably, that effort also includes a bonus cover of Metallica’s “Ride The Lightning.” You can check that out below. Dave Mustaine previously said the following about revisiting his former band: “As I come full circle on the career of a lifetime, the decision to include ‘Ride The…
Megadeth were recently honored with “Megadeth Day” in La Vergne, TN. Mayor Jason Cole made the proclamation on January 17 to coincide with their “Let There Be Shred” listening party/live event. The ceremony took place at La Vergne City Hall. [via WKRN]
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