MegaDAVE

…And now there are two! Original Megadeth bassist, Dave Ellefson, has returned to the iconic thrash metal band, apparently having resolved disputes with frontman, Dave Mustaine. Looks like Megadeth is back to being a two-Dave band.

Megadeth for Gamers

It has recently been announced that Rust in Peace, a master piece by thrash legends Megadeth, is to become downloadable for Rock Band this coming Superbowl Sunday. As you know, they are doing a 20th anniversary Rust in Peace tour. It seems as though this album is forcing its way back into view.

Also, Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine has apparently been in talks with producers of the Rock Band rival, Guitar Hero. All I know is that the talks are going well and Mustaine is quite excited about a possible product. It could be just another waste of money, or it could be something extraordinary. I am currently assuming the former. Nonetheless, I’m happy to see Megadeth getting more involved in the video game community.

American Carnage Revived

A few months ago, Megadeth and Slayer (with Testament) were touring together across North America on the Canadian and American Carnage tours, though it was cut short due to Tom Araya’s (Slayer) surgical needs. However, it has just been announced that the tour is back on, scheduled from late July through to early September. The locations include both Canada and America, despite being named “American Carnage”.  If tickets to your show were canceled, it’s time to turn that frown upside down! Tickets go on sale on February 5th for most dates, some earlier. Be ready, there may be three monster metal bands headed your way!

Rust in Peace: Happy 20th

To celebrate the longevity of their career, Megadeth is embarking on a special tour. It has been twenty years since the band has released what is commonly considered one of the greatest metal albums of all time, Rust in Peace. In commemoration, the album is to be performed in full. This is an opportunity that no metalhead can afford to miss!

Upcoming Album Reviews

As you all know, my major contribution to this blog have been my infamous early reviews for albums (mainly progressive or metal).  My obvious silence is a result of a lack of exciting album releases these past months, as well as personal reasons. But with our primary contributor leaving, I feel obligated to help seal the cracks in this dilapidated site. Some of you are probably asking, “Are you still alive and well?” Uh, well… we’re still alive. Now I don’t have any definite plans for the near future, but if this blog is still up and running into the new year, here’s what I have coming:

Headcrusher!

Megadeth is still alive and well! Dave Mustaine seems to have found a somewhat stable lineup and has been hittin’ up the studios and riling up the head-banging crowds, making their presence noticed.

Chickenfoot… Coming Soon

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Put together a guitar virtuoso (Satriani) and the beat of Red Hot Chili Peppers (drummer, Chad Smith) along with former members of the legendary Van Halen (vocalist Hagar, bassist Mikey) and you’ve got one hell of a supergroup: Chickenfoot.

Three tracks have been released so far, and I personally think they’re great! But don’t just take my word on it, have a listen.

The eponymous album is set to be released on June 5 in Europe, and June 9 in the United States. Expect a review in the near future.