Why Stanley Clarke’s School Days remains an iconic moment in bass playing history By Nick Wells published 15 November 22 School yourself on the player David Ellefson dubbed “the fastest ‘lead bass guitarist’ I had ever seen”
David Ellefson on Megadeth ouster: “You find out who your friends are… pretty f**king quick when the s**t hits the fan” By Matt Parker published 12 August 22 The former Megadeth man has been talking about his journey on the “rock and roll rocket ship”
David Ellefson and Jeff Young to play classic Megadeth albums in their entirety on tour this fall By Jackson Maxwell published 27 July 22 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
Former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson forms new band, Dieth By Jackson Maxwell published 13 July 22 Also featuring former Entombed A.D. guitarist/vocalist Guilherme Miranda and former Decapitated drummer Michal Łysejko, the band have premiered their debut single, In the Hall of the Hanging Serpents
Dave Mustaine says he forgives David Ellefson but firing him from Megadeth was “a hard decision that had to be made” By Matt Parker published 24 June 22 The Megadeth frontman said he made the decision to relieve Ellefson of his bass playing duties for the good of the band
Megadeth's David Ellefson ranks the best (and worst) albums from his career By Bass Player Staff last updated 6 October 21 From thrash classics to solo projects and high-profile collaborations, the Jackson-toting bass supremo looks back at his recording history
Megadeth's new album will not feature David Ellefson's bass recordings By Sam Roche published 18 June 21 Dave Mustaine confirms that Ellefson's parts are being re-recorded by a mysterious “stellar bass player”
David Ellefson to sue for defamation following his dismissal from Megadeth over leaked videos By Sam Roche published 27 May 21 “This person will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” the bassist says
Megadeth officially part ways with David Ellefson By Sam Roche published 25 May 21 “With an already strained relationship, what has already been revealed now is enough to make working together impossible moving forward,” reads a statement from Dave Mustaine
Megadeth respond to David Ellefson video leaks: "We are watching developments closely" By Sam Roche published 11 May 21 "As this situation unfolds, it is important that all voices be heard clearly and respectfully," a statement reads
David Ellefson denies accusations of online 'grooming' By Michael Astley-Brown published 10 May 21 Megadeth bassist claims “private, adult interactions“ were “taken out of context”
Megadeth's Dave Ellefson: "Weekend-warrior bass players give me sh*t about playing with a pick" By Richard Bienstock published 4 November 20 The thrash bass hero goes off on "bass snobs" and the benefits of playing with a plectrum
Members of Anthrax and Megadeth headline Deep Purple charity jam to benefit Metal for Kids. United! By Richard Bienstock published 6 October 20 More than two dozen metal musicians take on the 1974’s Burn to support children’s cancer initiative
Megadeth’s David Ellefson: “There are riffs on this new record that are way harder to play than anything on Rust in Peace” By Michael Astley-Brown published 10 July 20 The thrash bassist details his and Dave Mustaine’s “insanely progressive” approach to the band’s Dystopia follow-up
Summer NAMM 2019: Jackson Announces New Signature Models for Iron Maiden’s Adrian Smith, Periphery’s Misha Mansoor and Megadeth’s David Ellefson By Richard Bienstock published 18 July 19 Offerings include fresh finishes, seven-string guitars and four- and five- string basses.
Listen to David Ellefson Team Up with Former Megadeth Shredder Chris Poland On New Song, “Hammer (Comes Down)” By Richard Bienstock published 1 July 19 The track, which also features Mark Tremonti, is the first single from Ellefson’s forthcoming debut solo album, ‘Sleeping Giants.’
Frank Bello and David Ellefson Talk Altitudes & Attitude Collaboration By John Katic published 21 February 19 The Anthrax and Megadeth bassists discuss the songwriting and playing behind their new album, ‘Get It Out.’
Stream Thursday's Live Interview Event with Frank Bello and David Ellefson Right Here By Guitar World Staff published 11 January 19 Join us for a stripped down performance and live interview with two of the greatest bassists in metal history, Frank Bello (Anthrax) and David Ellefson (Megadeth) of Altitude & Attitude.
Altitudes & Attitude Share New Song, "Late" By Richard Bienstock published 7 December 18 Collaboration between Anthrax’s Frank Bello and Megadeth’s David Ellefson will release debut album January 18.
Megadeth Announce Expansive 'Killing Is My Business...' Reissue By Guitar World Staff published 9 April 18
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