Kings Of Thrash, featuring former Megadeth members David Ellefson and Jeff Young, have shared the video below, featuring their performance of Megadeth’s “Black Friday”, filmed on the first night of the band’s 2024 European tour in London, England.
Meanwhile, the band has shared the post below, announcing a September show at West Hollywood’s Whisky A Go-Go:
For the latest Kings Of Thrash news, tour, merch, and updates, visit kingsofthrash.com.
In other Megadeth-related news, Screaming Butterfly Entertainment, in partnership with Ellefson Films and BayView Entertainment, recently announced the new date for the red carpet premiere event of the fully authorized Nick Menza documentary, This Was My Life, Nick Menza’s Metal Memories With Megadeth And Beyond.
The highly-anticipated event will happen on Thursday, April 10 at the Laemmle Royal theater in Los Angeles, CA. Located at 11523 Santa Monica Blvd. West L.A., CA 90025. Members of the cast and crew will be in attendance for a Q&A session after the screening of the film.
Tickets for the event may be purchased here.
This Was My Life was originally scheduled to have its premiere in February, but the screening was postponed due to the recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. BayView Entertainment is handling the global release of the film.
The film is an in-depth exploration of the life of Nick Menza, the former drummer of Megadeth, and one of the greatest thrash metal drummers of all time. It is a collection of stories from his childhood all the way through to the end of his life, recounted by those who knew him best. The documentary, authorized by the Menza family, will be the first to memorialize the drummer’s legacy.
The trailer and official release dates will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information on the event, visit thiswasmylifefilm.com.
David Ellefson, alongside co-host Joshua Toomey, recently announced the launch of The David Ellefson Show podcast, a bi-weekly show which will debut Monday, March 3 on YouTube and major streaming platforms.
The podcast offers listeners a front-row seat to captivating conversations, insightful stories, and entertaining anecdotes from Ellefson’s remarkable 40-plus-year career. The show will feature a wide array of guests, including notable musicians, celebrities & industry professionals from inside the exciting world of music and entertainment.
You can now join the podcast’s Patreon account to see the debut episode featuring Frank Bello (Anthrax). Patreon members will receive each episode a week early, merch store discounts, exclusive live stream Q&A sessions and a unique David Ellefson Pick Card. Join the Patreon here.
“I’ve been a guest on countless podcasts over the years, and they’ve become essential in connecting artists with audiences, replacing much of traditional media,” says Ellefson. “I’m excited to build a community where we can dive into discussions about music, entertainment, lifestyle, and everything in between.”
The podcast also serves as a platform for the David Ellefson Bass Coalition, a global network of bass enthusiasts. The Coalition provides a space for fans to connect, share insights about their favorite musicians, discuss gear, take lessons, and celebrate all things bass.
Co-host Joshua Toomey, a seasoned podcaster known for Talk Toomey and multiple Knotfest podcasts, is a bassist himself & member of the nu-metal band Primer 55. He brings his extensive experience in music and a dynamic voice to the show. Together, Ellefson and Toomey aim to create a fun, creative, and informative experience for listeners.
Says Toomey, “David has always been a must-listen guest on podcasts, so it’s only natural that he’s now hosting his own. He’s a wealth of knowledge—not just about his own career, but the music industry as a whole. I’m excited to share these episodes with rock and metal fans around the world!”
Stay tuned for upcoming episodes featuring exciting guests from the world of music and entertainment.
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Meanwhile, the band has shared the post below, announcing a September show at West Hollywood’s Whisky A Go-Go:
For the latest Kings Of Thrash news, tour, merch, and updates, visit kingsofthrash.com.
In other Megadeth-related news, Screaming Butterfly Entertainment, in partnership with Ellefson Films and BayView Entertainment, recently announced the new date for the red carpet premiere event of the fully authorized Nick Menza documentary, This Was My Life, Nick Menza’s Metal Memories With Megadeth And Beyond.
The highly-anticipated event will happen on Thursday, April 10 at the Laemmle Royal theater in Los Angeles, CA. Located at 11523 Santa Monica Blvd. West L.A., CA 90025. Members of the cast and crew will be in attendance for a Q&A session after the screening of the film.
Tickets for the event may be purchased here.
This Was My Life was originally scheduled to have its premiere in February, but the screening was postponed due to the recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. BayView Entertainment is handling the global release of the film.
The film is an in-depth exploration of the life of Nick Menza, the former drummer of Megadeth, and one of the greatest thrash metal drummers of all time. It is a collection of stories from his childhood all the way through to the end of his life, recounted by those who knew him best. The documentary, authorized by the Menza family, will be the first to memorialize the drummer’s legacy.
The trailer and official release dates will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information on the event, visit thiswasmylifefilm.com.
David Ellefson, alongside co-host Joshua Toomey, recently announced the launch of The David Ellefson Show podcast, a bi-weekly show which will debut Monday, March 3 on YouTube and major streaming platforms.
The podcast offers listeners a front-row seat to captivating conversations, insightful stories, and entertaining anecdotes from Ellefson’s remarkable 40-plus-year career. The show will feature a wide array of guests, including notable musicians, celebrities & industry professionals from inside the exciting world of music and entertainment.
You can now join the podcast’s Patreon account to see the debut episode featuring Frank Bello (Anthrax). Patreon members will receive each episode a week early, merch store discounts, exclusive live stream Q&A sessions and a unique David Ellefson Pick Card. Join the Patreon here.
“I’ve been a guest on countless podcasts over the years, and they’ve become essential in connecting artists with audiences, replacing much of traditional media,” says Ellefson. “I’m excited to build a community where we can dive into discussions about music, entertainment, lifestyle, and everything in between.”
The podcast also serves as a platform for the David Ellefson Bass Coalition, a global network of bass enthusiasts. The Coalition provides a space for fans to connect, share insights about their favorite musicians, discuss gear, take lessons, and celebrate all things bass.
Co-host Joshua Toomey, a seasoned podcaster known for Talk Toomey and multiple Knotfest podcasts, is a bassist himself & member of the nu-metal band Primer 55. He brings his extensive experience in music and a dynamic voice to the show. Together, Ellefson and Toomey aim to create a fun, creative, and informative experience for listeners.
Says Toomey, “David has always been a must-listen guest on podcasts, so it’s only natural that he’s now hosting his own. He’s a wealth of knowledge—not just about his own career, but the music industry as a whole. I’m excited to share these episodes with rock and metal fans around the world!”
Stay tuned for upcoming episodes featuring exciting guests from the world of music and entertainment.
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