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"I don't even own a Strat! I used my Dean Thoroughbred, a far cry from what David Gilmour used": How ex-Megadeth guitarist Chris Poland ended up covering Pink Floyd

By Andrew Daly published

Dave Mustaine's former right-hand man was surprised to find himself tackling Floyd's San Tropez, but it's the perfect showcase for his flexible chops. He explains his approach to playing Gilmour's leads, what he thinks of Megadeth's latest material, and why he was "so bummed out" when he first heard Peace Sells…

David Ellefson (left) and Jeff Young

David Ellefson and Jeff Young to play classic Megadeth albums in their entirety on tour this fall

By Jackson Maxwell published

Under the name the Kings of Thrash, the two will perform Killing is My Business… and Business is Good! and So Far, So Good… So What! in full

Listen to David Ellefson Team Up with Former Megadeth Shredder Chris Poland On New Song, “Hammer (Comes Down)”

By Richard Bienstock published

The track, which also features Mark Tremonti, is the first single from Ellefson’s forthcoming debut solo album, ‘Sleeping Giants.’

Listen to Former Megadeth Members Nick Menza, Chris Poland and James LoMenzo Play "Wake Up Dead"

By Richard Bienstock published

The previously unreleased recording dates to a 2014 rehearsal for an unnamed project.