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Megadeth Front Man Dave Mustaine Comments On "Big Four" Tour

posted Oct 21, 2009 at 3:53 PM by xFiruath.  (16 Comments)

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Megadeth front man Dave Mustaine has issued the following statement about the possibility of an upcoming "big four" tour with Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax:

"Droogies!

"There has been a lot of talk about the possibility of a Big Four Tour and while I find the timing peculiar, the opportunity is a once in a lifetime opportunity, because we all are really so very different now, and the chances of this happening are probably not going to come around again in the future; due to personal plans, new ventures, and the inevitable passing of torches to the next generation in each of our respective genres (or the sub-genres that were created).

"While there is nothing to say at this point, if it happens, when it happens we, as well as my other three fellow horsemen, will let you know. When we played Loud Park, our dressing room become the den of iniquity for all the marquis talent for the night. Although some of the other bands tried to come in, (Blessed By A Broken Heart - who's blonde band member came close to getting his ass handed to him for racist comments to and about my tech, Willie Gee - I am glad I didn't hear or I would have another story about bodily harm).

"Our crew and the Japanese crew were keeping it just to our friends and the top acts. In fact, at one time we had me and Kerry King talking, Dave Lombardo holding court with several people, Akira Takahashi was hanging with Shawn, Glen Tipton from JP, the guys from Anvil, and lots of journos, photogs, and record company people all in my dressing room.

"Funny, it seems like Blabbermouth and Roadrunner USA are the only people who don't like me or Megs anymore. Such a shame.

"However! I am heading back to the States today, and going to recharge my batteries, get check-up at the shop, make sure our gear is running right, and make the beginning of several new changes that should take us up another level for our shows and our performances. That's it for now, and be sure to check out Megadeth Radio this Thursday for our big debut!!!"

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16 Comments on "Megadeth Comments On 'Big Four' Tour"

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1. wilco writes:

damm a normal letter from uncle dave

# Oct 21, 2009 @ 8:37 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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2. metal freaks writes:

it this tour happens, i will be first in line to get tickets.

# Oct 22, 2009 @ 1:29 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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3. welovehate writes:

like always.. dave is full of speech..

# Oct 22, 2009 @ 4:26 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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4. killernofiller writes:

I know there's been ample amount of chatter on the subject already, but I'd love to see them add Testament and Overkill....they could call it the "Sick-Sick-6 Tour"!The Kill never got the limelight, but if you're talking about true vangaurds of American thrash I don't know how you could exclude them.

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5. Blindgreed1 writes:

Dave is back on the junk. Seriously. Think about it...

# Oct 22, 2009 @ 1:35 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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6. jakewilliams writes:

i hate to say it but i hope he is. he made better music when he was shootin up

# Oct 22, 2009 @ 2:52 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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7. Blindgreed1 writes:

^^^Agreed 100%

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8. SHREDDER13 writes:

^ Agreed 1,000,000%

Anyways, "R.I.P." was my last favorite Megadeth album. "Countdown" was just flat out mediocre IMO...

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9. welovehate writes:

yeah.. I think R.I.P is the best Thrash album..

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10. Rychemn writes:

Cryptic writings was my last favorite album from Megadeth.....has anyone listen to all of "Endgame"?

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11. headbanger27 writes:

I think rust in peace was their best album!

# Oct 26, 2009 @ 11:11 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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12. TrashTheSystem writes:

Rychemn, I've listened to all of Endgame. Its great, but if Dave's attempts at Ballads aren't your thing skip 'Hardest Part of Letting Go/Sealed with a Kiss'. Its not bad but Dave's vocals aren't fit for something like that.

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13. MechanixX writes:

Dave was clean for rust in peace, he was shootin up during countdpwn and Youthanasia.

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14. Jamez writes:

How would you know that MechanixX?

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15. MetalBro4Life writes:

I down "Endgame" for free. The same, typical latter-day Megadeth that feels and sounds uninspired and derivitive, just like the new Slayer. Kinda disappointed.

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16. MetalBro4Life writes:

^ Down = downloaded

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