MEGADETH Release First Photo Of New Band Lineup

April 24, 2015, 9 years ago

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MEGADETH Release First Photo Of New Band Lineup

Megadeth have released the first photo (above) of the band’s new lineup - Dave Mustaine (lead vocals, lead, rhythm, and acoustic guitars), Kiko Loureiro (lead and rhythm guitars), David Ellefson (bass) and Chris Adler (drums).


Recently tweeting updates on the progress of the recordings for Megadeth’s upcoming 15th album, leader Dave Mustaine revealed that new guitarist Kiko Loureiro (Angra) has finished recording his acoustic guitar parts, citing him as “the best guitarist we’ve ever had”.

Mustaine also said that David Ellefson is “10 songs into his bass parts”. He adds: “Feels like old times. He is kicking ass!”

 

Kiko finished all the acoustic guitar parts today. Definitely the best guitarist we've ever had. @KikoLoureiro #Megadeth15

— Dave Mustaine (@DaveMustaine) April 20, 2015


 

 

David is 10 songs into his bass parts as of this morning. Feels like old times. He is kicking ass! @ellefsondavid #Megadeth15

— Dave Mustaine (@DaveMustaine) April 21, 2015


 

A brief video clip of drummer Chris Adler rehearsing a new Megadeth song (title unknown) in the studio recently surfaced; check it out below.

Megadeth has entered the studio to begin recording their 15th album... and the band wants to bring you along for the ride. For the first time, Megadeth is going to bring you into the process and give you a window into the world of Dave Mustaine, Kiko Loureiro, David Ellefson and Chris Adler. Pre-order the album digitally, on CD or on vinyl plus tons of other unique offerings like signed CDs, signed vinyl, gear from the studio and much more.

 

 

No matter what you order, you will get access to a variety of behind-the-scenes content such as photos and videos from the writing and recording sessions. You’ll get full access to the process in real time. Full details at this location.

 

 

 


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