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Ellefson Rejoins Megadeth
Tuesday February 9, 2010
After an acrimonious departure in 2002, original bassist David Ellefson is rejoining Megadeth, the band he was a part of for nearly 20 years beginning in 1983. Ellefson replaces James LoMenzo, who had been in the band since 2006. The reunion coincides with the 20th anniversary of Megadeth's classic Rust In Peace album, which the band will be playing in its entirety on a tour that begins March first. Frontman Dave Mustaine comments on Ellefson's return: "This shows the power of brotherly love and forgiveness. "David Ellefson belongs in Megadeth. Next we are going to show you the power of getting your asses kicked...HARD!"
David Ellefson concurs: "This is a huge moment for all of us, band and fans alike. It is a great celebration of the music from one of the biggest landmark albums of our career."
I recently interviewed LoMenzo, who is a really nice guy and excellent bass player. He's served the band well, but Ellefson is an original member, and it's cool he's coming back. This Megadeth lineup, which also includes guitarist Chris Broderick and drummer Shawn Drover, has the potential to be the strongest incarnation of the band since the early '90s.
No real comment, bassists suck.
Ellefson Rejoins Megadeth
Tuesday February 9, 2010
After an acrimonious departure in 2002, original bassist David Ellefson is rejoining Megadeth, the band he was a part of for nearly 20 years beginning in 1983. Ellefson replaces James LoMenzo, who had been in the band since 2006. The reunion coincides with the 20th anniversary of Megadeth's classic Rust In Peace album, which the band will be playing in its entirety on a tour that begins March first. Frontman Dave Mustaine comments on Ellefson's return: "This shows the power of brotherly love and forgiveness. "David Ellefson belongs in Megadeth. Next we are going to show you the power of getting your asses kicked...HARD!"
David Ellefson concurs: "This is a huge moment for all of us, band and fans alike. It is a great celebration of the music from one of the biggest landmark albums of our career."
I recently interviewed LoMenzo, who is a really nice guy and excellent bass player. He's served the band well, but Ellefson is an original member, and it's cool he's coming back. This Megadeth lineup, which also includes guitarist Chris Broderick and drummer Shawn Drover, has the potential to be the strongest incarnation of the band since the early '90s.
No real comment, bassists suck.
