Long-running metal band Metal Church will release its 13th studio album, "Dead to Rights," on April 10, 2026, via Rat Pak Records. It's the first release from the band’s latest lineup, featuring founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof alongside longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt, joined by bass icon David Ellefson, drummer Ken Mary and new vocalist Brian... Continue Reading →
Bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth) and vocalist Jeff Scott Soto will release "Unbreakable," their second album as Ellefson-Soto, on Aug. 15, 2025, via Rat Pak Records. Preorder the album here on CD or vinyl. The duo also has unveiled a music video for the record's title track. Ellefson-Soto is joined by Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli and drummer Paolo Caridi. "Unbreakable" features 11 tracks with... Continue Reading →
Death/thrash metal band Dieth–featuring bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth), guitarist/vocalist Guilherme Miranda (ex-Entombed A.D.) and drummer Michał Łysejko (ex-Decapitated)–has released its new single "Walk with Me Forever," featuring Ellefson's first-ever solo lead vocal performance. The song comes from Dieth's debut full-length, "To Hell and Back," out this Friday, June 2, 2023, via Napalm Records. Pre-order the... Continue Reading →
Death thrash band Dieth--featuring bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth), guitarist/vocalist Guilherme Miranda (ex-Entombed A.D.) and drummer Michał Łysejko (ex-Decapitated)--has premiered the new track "Don't Get Mad ... Get Even!" from its upcoming debut album, "To Hell and Back," due out June 2, 2023, via Napalm Records (pre-order here). "The best revenge is being better than you... Continue Reading →
Following the recent announcement of the new musical partnership between David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth) and Jeff Scott Soto (Sons of Apollo, Trans-Siberian Orchestra), Ellefson-Soto has released the first piece of music from its upcoming debut album, "Vacation in the Underworld." The song available on Spotify and all other digital streaming platforms. Fans who pre-order the album digitally via iTunes will receive an instant download of... Continue Reading →
In a partnership that has been years in the making, bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth) and vocalist Jeff Scott Soto (Sons of Apollo, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) have joined forces for an all-new collaboration, Ellefson-Soto. The band follows the tradition of successful individuals that joined forces to create memorable music: David Coverdale and Jimmy Page, Tony Iommi and Glenn Hughes, Tommy Shaw and... Continue Reading →
Megadeth has named bassist James LoMenzo a permanent member of the band. LoMenzo was Megadeth’s bassist in the mid-2000s and stepped back in as a touring member starting with "The Metal Tour of the Year" in 2021. “I am thrilled to welcome back James to the Megadeth family," Dave Mustaine said. "James rejoined the fold... Continue Reading →
Vocalist Vinnie Dombroski (Sponge), guitarist Drew Fortier, bassist David Ellefson (Megadeth) and drummer Mike Heller (Fear Factory, Raven) have come together as The Lucid and have released "Maggot Wind," the first single from their self-titled debut album (Oct. 15, 2021, SpoilerHead Records). Pre-order the album here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9GGqHgwwP8 The album was produced by Mike Heller and mixed/mastered by Lasse Lammert. Track listing: Maggot WindDeaths... Continue Reading →
Former Megadeth bassist James LoMenzo will rejoin the band for the upcoming "Metal Tour of the Year," also featuring Lamb of God, Trivium and Hatebreed. Megadeth's Dave Mustaine said: “I’m happy to announce that former bassist and Megadeth alumni James LoMenzo has graciously stepped in on the 'Metal Tour of the Year.' Tour rehearsals just began,... Continue Reading →
Ellefson, the eponymous solo band of Megadeth bassist/co-founder David Ellefson, has announced the release of "No Cover, an LP of cover songs including classic tracks from Motorhead, WASP, Def Leppard, Cheap Trick, Queen, Judas Priest, Twisted Sister, Fastway, Fight, Dead Kennedys, and more, with cover art by Melody Myers (Ellefson, Altitudes and Attitude, Escape the Fate). The album will be released Oct.... Continue Reading →
