![]() ![]() Yeah, he definitely made a name for himself. When Cowboys From Hell came out, that pretty much announced him to the world as a new breed of guitar hero. ![]() Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine Channels Jimi Hendrix in Right-Leaning Film (Video) Of course, there would be no Pantera, and Megadeth would have been even more ferocious on guitar. I think back at that moment in my life, if I would have said, “You know what? Screw Nick Menza I’m taking Vinnie Paul and Darrell,” what Megadeth would have sounded like. I said, “Hey, we’re looking for a new lead guitar player.” He goes, “Alright, man - can I bring my brother?” “Well, who’s your brother?” “Vinnie Paul!” And I was like, “I don’t get it - what the fuck? He’s gotta bring his brother? Is it like Rain Man, or something?” So he goes, “No, man, he’s my drummer! He’s gotta come!” And I was like, “Aw, man - I just hired Nick Menza!” We needed a guitar player, and Ellefson - being kind of the ambassador of the band - had gotten his number and hooked me up with Darrell. I can make it out like it was some huge, elaborate ordeal, but it was really just a simple telephone call, just two guys talking. You later offered Dime a shot at the lead guitar position in Megadeth. Megadeth Pulls Out of Motorhead’s Motorboat Cruise Part of that is just self-preservation, because I get myself into trouble when I’m hanging out with the public. Dave’s a great guy he loves to associate with our fans, but I’m a bit more reclusive. There’s a story that the first time you saw them play in a club, they were doing Megadeth covers. ![]()
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