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PAUL DI'ANNO, DAVID ELLEFSON Interviewed On 'Talking Metal'

February 23, 2010

"Talking Metal" celebrates its 300th podcast with an all-new interview with former IRON MAIDEN singer Paul Di'Anno. This very special episode also features an interview with David Ellefson of MEGADETH (originally broadcast live on "Talking Metal Live" on February 9, 2010).

Ellefson interview topics include his return to MEGADETH, the twenty-year cycle of metal, his 14-year-old son, EXODUS, MEGADETH's "Rust In Peace" album and 20th anniversary tour, the song "Head Crusher", HAIL! and ANTHRAX bassist Frank Bello.

In this interview Ellefson states that he is has no problem with performing songs off the last couple MEGADETH albums even though he was not involved in recording them.

Paul Di'Anno interview topics include Joey Ramone, New York City, Ace Frehley, the China Club, the business side of IRON MAIDEN, BATTLEZONE, new music, the song "Remember Tomorrow", Paul's grandfather and "The Living Dead" album.

During the chat Paul comments on former IRON MAIDEN drummer Clive Burr's battle with multiple sclerosis, calling his current state "not good," and says, "It is very difficult for me to see him because I always want to cry."

To listen to an MP3 of the podcast, go to this location. The podcast can also be streamed using the audio player below.

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