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GUS G. On Being Replaced By ZAKK WYLDE In OZZY OSBOURNE's Band: 'I Think Some People Were More Upset About It Than I Was'

Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G. has reiterated his claim that he was okay with being replaced by the returning Zakk Wylde in Ozzy Osbourne's solo band. It was announced in April 2017 that Wylde would be rejoining Ozzy's backing group for all his upcoming solo show dates. Osbourne's touring lineup also...

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DAVE MUSTAINE On Collecting Ideas For Next MEGADETH Album: "We're So Far Ahead Of The Game Ready Right Now'

At this past weekend's Rockfest festival in Hyvinkää, Finland, MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine spoke to Kaaos TV about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's follow-up to 2016's "Dystopia" album. The upcoming effort will mark the group's first release to feature drummer Dirk Verbeure...

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MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON On SLAYER's 'Final' Tour: 'I'd Like To Think They're Not Gone Forever'

In a brand new interview with Inquisitr, MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson was asked about SLAYER's decision to call it quits after completing one final world tour. He said: "Look, groups retire for all kinds of different reasons. Either they've just lost interest, their heart just isn't into it anymo...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: 'My Son Has Actually Inspired Me A Lot With Music'

SoundDiego's J-Mar conducted an interview with MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine when the band headlined the Fronterizo Fest in Tijuana in late April. You can now watch the chat below. Asked what inspires him to continue making new music and how he keeps his songwriting fresh, Mustaine said: "Prior ban...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE Talks 'Spider Chord' Guitar Technique, GRAMMY Win (Video)

This past March, MEGADETH's Dave Mustaine took part in an installment of "Art Of The Craft" hosted by the Nashville chapter of The Recording Academy. The Grammy winner detailed his unique approach to the guitar, including demonstrating his "spider chord" guitar technique and how classic songs such a...

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Brazilian prog metal masters ANGRA has maintained a solid if grossly unheralded presence for many years, leading to wonder how it hasn't been muttered in the same breath as the genre's elite, through the band is frequently compared to DREAM THEATER. This band is elite, however, and at times better,...

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DAVID ELLEFSON Says MEGADETH's Upcoming Tour Will Give Bandmembers A Chance To 'Compare Notes' About Next Album

MEGADETH bassist and EMP Label Group founder David Ellefson was recently interviewed by Sioux Falls, South Dakota's KBACK Radio. The full conversation can be streamed below. A few excerpts follow (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On creating numerous imprints under the EMP Label Group banner: Da...

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Video Premiere: ANGRA's 'Insania'

The official video for the song "Insania" from Brazilian/Italian metallers ANGRA can be seen below. The track is taken from the band's ninth studio album, "Ømni", which was released on February 16 via earMUSIC. 2018 marks the beginning of yet another era in ANGRA's history. At age 26, the band shows...

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DAVID ELLEFSON Is 'Fortunate' And 'Honored' To Work With DAVE MUSTAINE

In a brand new interview with All That Shreds, MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson spoke about his working relationship with the band's leader, Dave Mustaine. "Dave is very focused and knows exactly what he wants," Ellefson said. "That is indeed an admirable thing about Dave. You'll be in the room with...

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MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON: 'We Do It 'Cause We're Onstage And It's Fun'

MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson was interviewed by Richard Hunter for a recent episode of "Phone Booth Fighting". You can now watch the chat below. A couple of excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On how MEGADETH would hypothetically end its career — by announcing its "farewell" tour,...

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DAVID ELLEFSON: MEGADETH Will 'Make Sure' Next Album Is 'Great' Before Releasing It

On February 20, Metal Nation conducted an interview with MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson. You can now listen to the chat in the YouTube clip below. Asked if fans can expect to see MEGADETH's follow-up to 2016's "Dystopia" album this year, Ellefson said: "No, I don't think so. One thing we learned fr...

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ANGRA: Lyric Video For 'Black Widow's Web' Feat. ARCH ENEMY's ALISSA WHITE-GLUZ

The official lyric video for the song "Black Widow's Web" from Brazilian/Italian metallers ANGRA can be seen below. The track, which features guest appearances by ARCH ENEMY's Alissa White-Gluz and the Brazilian singer Sandy, is taken from the band's ninth studio album, "Ømni", which was released on...

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DAVID ELLEFSON Says MEGADETH Has 'Always Been On The Front Edge Of Technology'

"The Rockside Chronicles with Shawn Sixx" conducted an interview with MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson during January's NAMM convention in Anaheim, California. You can listen to the entire chat via the SoundCloud widget below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On whether caffe...

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DAVID ELLEFSON: How MEGADETH Was Formed (Video)

On January 24, METAL ALLEGIANCE members David Ellefson (MEGADETH),Mike Portnoy (DREAM THEATER, THE WINERY DOGS, SONS OF APOLLO) and Mark Menghi, along with Andreas Kisser (SEPULTURA) and Mark Osegueda (DEATH ANGEL),took part in a clinic and question-and-answer session at the Musicians Institute in...

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MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON Says Follow-Up To 'Dystopia' Could Arrive Next Year

In a brand new interview with Full Metal Jackie's nationally syndicated radio show, MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson was asked when fans can expect to see the band's follow-up to 2016's "Dystopia" album. He responded (hear audio below): "Our goal this year is to be writing. We have these months in th...