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David Ellefson says Megadeth have a 'higher calling'
By Christina O'Neill last updated
Megadeth bassist David Ellefson says Megadeth have been “blessed” to have been together for more than 30 years

Former Megadeth bassist Dave Ellefson unveils his new musical project The Lucid
By Metal Hammer last updated
Dave Ellefson announces his new band The Lucid and debut album after being fired from Megadeth

Listen to Maggot Wind, the first single from ex-Megadeth man David Ellefson’s new band The Lucid
By Metal Hammer last updated
Former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson re-emerges with new single Maggot Wind from his new band The Lucid

David Ellefson reflects on Megadeth dismissal: "You find out who your friends are when the s**t hits the fan"
By Liz Scarlett last updated
Former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson reflects on his ejection from Dave Mustaine's band and opens up about his mindset when it comes to facing negative experiences

Megadeth’s David Ellefson loses mum Frances
By Martin Kielty last updated
David Ellefson announces death of his mother Frances, who endeared herself to Megadeth fans with her honesty in 2001 documentary

Megadeth bassist David Ellefson breaks foot in Hungary
By Bruce Henne last updated
Megadeth forced to cancel Rockmaraton festival appearance in Hungary after bassist David Ellefson breaks his foot

Megadeth's David Ellefson launches new solo single Simple Truth
By Scott Munro last updated
Megadeth bassist David Ellefson releases his solo single from his Simple Truth EP - proceeds will go to the Italian Red Cross

Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine to release Rust In Peace book
By Scott Munro last updated
Mustaine’s autobiography will focus on the recording and release of Megadeth’s 1990 album Rust In Peace - with forward by Guns N’ Roses’ guitarist Slash

David Ellefson: Megadeth are the "greatest thrash band in the history of the world"
By Liz Scarlett last updated
Not-at-all-biased Megadeth bassist David Ellefson says his band are the greatest thrash band that's ever been, and gives credit to frontman David Mustaine for "inventing" the genre
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