Becoming the Bass Player for Megadeth

David Ellefson, former bassist of Megadeth, shares his story of moving from Minnesota to Hollywood right after high school to attend Musicians Institute and chase his heavy metal dreams. He talks about a chance meeting with Dave Mustaine just after Mustaine left Metallica, which sparked the formation of their band. The story emphasizes going all-in on your dreams without having a backup plan.
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[@JBAKER97]

Wild how he met Mustaine.

[@despairthewumbo9804]

I still haven’t forgotten

[@thocom529]

Such a shame he’s out of the band now. ):

[@flocosta]

Wow, Toto. Forgot all about that group even though I really liked them. His story proves that we never know what tomorrow will bring.

[@themichyshow]

I wanna master the Skin flute like Ellefson

[@No0nee3]

Weird seeing David with his pants on nowadays

[@SouthpawSparky_]

Pastorbator lol sorry…still the best thrash bassist imo….tight and clean