Dave Mustaine Reflects On 35 Years Of Megadeth

[@raphaeljohnlall]

Get better Dave, Defeat that Throat Cancer! We need you around for another 35 years...

[@jonmar4683]

well 35 is bit of a stretch, I'd say 34

[@Pray-4-Me]

He has 35 months

[@ripeanucosty4736]

aves Satanas

[@osgeld]

he has already died once, killed one of his arms, throat cancer? phht, just a scratch, god speed with ya dave

[@threadworm437]

@@osgeld you were correct, cancer is behind him and hes touring again

[@archange1717]

This guy is probably the main reason why I didn't end it in high school

[@domtron8873]

There were some very emotionally moving songs for me in youthanasia that I listened to growing up in middle to high school. Can definitely agree his music added something very needed in my life at the time

[@j.t.thomas1859]

@@domtron8873 Youthanisa is a great album

[@DrEvil-nx3xx]

Same, Megadeth, MetallicA, PanterA, Sepultura, DEATH, Alice In Chains, Black Sabbath, Soundgarden, saved my life.

[@j.t.thomas1859]

@@DrEvil-nx3xx ALL GREAT BANDS U NAMED

[@TIGERGUTS]

Glad you're here bro! Horns up \m/

[@josephhudson8829]

Metal is far from dead. I'm 57 and still crank it up

[@jkg6211]

Same here

[@NoName-vx6up]

Thank you, sir.

[@bradroblling1223]

me too , makes ya feel yong .

[@bradroblling1223]

im 57, & Megadeth, has always been my metal band, Metallica number 2.

[@JustinHmusic]

I’m 21 and I crank it up as well🤘 it’ll never die

[@rardyprice7418]

Dave is aging like fine wine. What a legend!

[@MobileDecay]

Dreamer Deceiver That’s a nice way of saying he looks like shit.

[@joseluisgomes8139]

@@MobileDecay He´s 57 years old , wtf you want ?

[@archange1717]

I think he looks great, especially for his age.

[@MobileDecay]

John Archangel7 Well I guess he still has his hair. Other than that he looks like his face is melting off. 😊

[@MobileDecay]

José Luís Gomes My father is closing in on 70 and he looks years younger than Dave. Although he was never addicted to heroine or alcohol so. 🤔

[@kevctulu3868]

He started out of nothing and created one of the greatest Bands of all time. I mean he could've die as a homeless drug addict but he became a rock icon

[@cassius573]

That's the beauty of it. Imagine how many awesome people we don't get the chance to meet because they will die homeless and miserable.

[@robertproctor7771]

Kev ] Don,t put people on high pedestals. Dave is a Great guitarist and song writer. But No one is a ICON.

[@FeJzHaLoKlann]

its like what he said in his interview with Lars, he started off with nothing, got everything, went back to having nothing again, yet he still managed to pull through and created what I and many consider one of, if not the best metal band in history

[@cameron_fairchild]

he is....a VICTORY.

[@serenechaosuk4682]

and he didn't appreciate it; watch DOWC - Metal Years .

[@larasthinking9008]

"Large minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events and small minds discuss people."

[@DrEvil-nx3xx]

Strange how we are all some of these 3 at some point in time to another person.

[@MikeGTR]

That's a great Dave-ism. Writing that one down.

[@warrengauthier4699]

Dave is getting to be the Gary Busey of metal. Lmao

[@dabombfromguam9932]

There is no sense of proportion as it pertains to that line of phrase. It is in relation solely to that of the depth of greatness of one's mind.

[@troy4340]

I read your comment exactly when he said it. Thats creepy!

[@rebels42wynn83]

Dave's beaten throat cancer! He is what I call " one incredibly badass soldier and warrior "! 🎸❤

[@Britishwolf89]

He's also beat addiction of the worst kind. The guy used to have drug cocktails daily back in the day and struggled for years to get clean. But he has been clean for at least 2 decades now. He's a real fighter.

[@TSSomensi]

I can't tell in words how much the Megadeth songs have supported me, I've listened the whole discography several times, all I can say to Dave is: Thank you my friend.

[@sirspookybones1118]

If you've listened to their whole discography, what are a few additional albums you would recommend; I've listened to half their discography so far.. Peace sells So far Rust in peace Countdown Youthanasia Cryptic Endgame Dystopia

[@MrSickrick216]

E-Hero Stratos 13, United Anominations, for sure

[@atranfanatic]

@@sirspookybones1118 Killing, World, Greatest

[@bellmeisterful]

Heck yeah. I used to put Hetfield as the best metal songwriter but for some years now its been Dave all the way.

[@michaelscates9594]

@@sirspookybones1118 peace sells it will change yor brain

[@petergabriel8448]

Awesome quote: Large minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, small minds discuss people.

[@thedebatehitman]

And yet he can’t seem to shut up about members of Metallica.

[@jeffc1753]

And great minds quote the person who actually said the quote (Eleanor Roosevelt) and also speak the quote accurately. Dave has spent much of his life talking about getting kicked out of Metallica (an event) and the members of Metallica (people). Or spent his time supporting falsehoods on propaganda media sites (Alex Jones). What a hero.

[@高海利]

@@thedebatehitman Late news u got there??!!

[@高海利]

Dave is on Google as a genius IQ guy...

[@theolajide]

can you smell the irony ?

[@acho8387]

Megadeth is far from a normal band.. this band has the most unique music i've heard!

[@robertproctor7771]

INDEED

[@Cris.ag1]

Acho metallica

[@Youtubepoops221]

listen to wake up dead

[@Jesse_Jessie_James]

Glad he started Megadeth. I seen them live several times. Dave was really concern about my Aunt years ago at a concert. An idiot did a stage dive and landed hard on my Aunt and a friend and other people. Dave and a guitarist stopped and asked if we was ok. And yelled for emts I waved and yelled she's ok. Aunt stands up gives thumbs up. Security dragged stage diver outta there. Cause the way the stage and where we was at was pretty far. Me and Aunt and others was like he's gotta be on crack. We had fun that night.

[@slavesforging5361]

That's awesome! i had something similar happen at a show at the filmore in Denver a while back. i was super sick with a flu, but decided to take tons of medicine and go anyway. i think it was the last Gigantour... tour. still wasn't feeling great by the time Megadeth came on and decided to have a couple beers to numb up a little more as i never miss a Megadeth pit. which worked... for a while. was in the pit during Holy Wars when my stomach (liver) started giving me massive sharp pains. i doubled over and started holding my side and limping away pitifully and i saw him staring at me with a really concerned look on his face. i think he saw me crumple even though no one touched me. i had to give him a thumbs up and smile to kinda say "It's okay, i'm just a dumbass". but i've never seen anyone from a stage be so genuinely concerned about random person in the crowd. especially while playing, singing and putting on one hell of a performance! that's insane when you think about it. how much he had going through his mind, the fact that he even noticed is just above. i have no doubt he would've directed security towards me, even stopping the finale song to do so if it was necessary.

[@robbhotdog3054]

I agree with you. The first time I saw Megadeth I was so surprised at how nice he spoke between songs. Telling the crowd how nice it is to see their smiling faces, and genuinely thanking all for showing up. Then goes into Black Friday. I was like "Damn He is cool".

[@spotsthecat7913]

This! People can say anything about Dave or else, but what i see is a professional and passionate man that cared about his fans. He can be pretty blunt, but that's part of his charms for me 😄

[@megacahh870]

Oooo that's cool bro

[@2112jonr]

Good man, well done Dave. Great bands care about their audience and are in the best seat in the house to see what's going on in front of the stage. I once saw Craig Adams, bassist of The Mission stop a show in Bristol, England, because security were unnecessarily heavy, laying in to some long term fans who were bouncing around in the mosh pit in front of the stage. A bit boisterous yeah, but pretty standard at any Mission gig in the UK and nothing you'd not see at any metal gig. Craig told the security guy straight up that if he saw him "touch another of our fans, I'll come down there myself and beat the shit out of you myself". F*cking epic, good man. Oddly enough, security got on with doing their jobs properly after that, when they realised it wasn't an Arianna Grande gig.

[@sansthelazyskeleton8902]

Pop Stars: Being Desrespectfull to their fans Dave Mustine: I will never put myself above our fans

[@dimitrisvill1411]

Ah yeah, the legendary Dave Mustine

[@spacetimeduality]

@@dimitrisvill1411 so relatable. Dave mustine is pristine

[@austindenotter19]

Very classy.

[@sirspongadoodle]

anime profile eww.

[@pennyroyalT]

@@sirspongadoodle Your name is literally Spongadoodle.

[@ttheone3518]

Man dave’s voice nowadays can be all over the place now. One day he sounds like he’s 45 again and another day he sounds like someone who has a really bad cold

[@flipierfatalbina4757]

I feel like touring is a big thing. I don't think dave has the most healthy way of singing, lmao

[@waynewells359]

His voice did not hold up well. It is trashed. Live performances suffer and just sound like shit. ... Hell , Tom Arraya has been screaming his ass off every song on every album for almost 4 decades, and still sound strong, along with Hetfield. Not looking forward to the next album. 😲

[@waynewells359]

@RTHA300 .. I do too. What's the point?

[@AcidTechnoMan5000]

He had a neck operation that trashed his voice. He's done, sad to say. SFSGSW my favorite album.

[@bozidarkukavica1721]

@@waynewells359 hetfield sounds like shit

[@jcdenton616]

I don't know why but Dave seems ALOT happier in these recent interviews. He seems really excited about the upcoming album! The feeling is Mutual among all of us!

[@timdavies3555]

I think he is happy and at peace because of his relationship with Christ.

[@jiggystardust6946]

@@timdavies3555 whatever floats his boat

[@wbchaney]

@@timdavies3555 came here to say this; glad somebody beat me to it!

[@marcomarx9269]

Great artist! Can't wait to listen to the next record.

[@jahdielm3208]

Got some bad news pal

[@gazurtoids1]

Great man great days....but I wouldn't be listening to anything 'new' .....I haven't listened to anything new since the mid 90's, the old is the new new

[@milenamurzina5059]

Yeah

[@k.bowers8372]

B

[@Punttipate62]

@@jahdielm3208 ?

[@jonathandufern7421]

I was a caregiver for my mother who past of cancer during Supercollider . You helped staying up 20 hours a day during that time. Love you Dave

[@thedigitalemotion]

I've never really listened to Megadeth despite being a fan of most metal bands, they seemed to have slipped through my list and I have no idea why? I know some of their main tunes, but after this interview I feel I need to go on a re-discovery journey. He speaks very wise.

[@mennims]

Give Rust In Peace a listen, and Endgame. Most of their stuff is absolutely amazing, but those are great starting albums

[@gasper47]

you have so many albums to discover u lucky guy, my favorite megadeth thrash album is "so far, so good, so what". but you cant go wrong with the first 6 or so albums

[@gasper47]

@Shannon Legg yeah they all have their own tones and flavors. And the early albums are more thrashy but I'm also really surprised nobody say "so far". It's one hit after another. Youthanasia is one of those albums that makes me time travel. It has a lot more depth than the more thrash albums. Also has a special place in my favorite albums

[@vahrzawofficialtracks]

First 5. Give 93 onwards a wider berth.

[@robertproctor7771]

Steve ] Do not kid yourself!! look up all of DAVE,S MUSIC. He has the most greatest lyrics, and the Guitar work is shall I say, 10+

[@vixenvendettaofficial]

Dave seems to be a cool guy! I have talked with Marty Friedman, Kiko, Junior, but still have not met Dave but looking forward to it =)

[@THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS]

Whoa, that's pretty cool though! You SHRED!

[@MrSickrick216]

Dude Rust In Peace is such a futuristic sounding album. Dave has to be an awesome dude

[@bellmeisterful]

Thats awesome. And yeah hes a totally awesome guy.

[@eddie6620]

Ive had kiko reply to one of my Instagram comments with a "👍" so i think that counts on taking to him

[@nickmorrow7011]

I met DM at the height of the band's powers (classic lineup with Friedman / Menza) and he couldn't have been more friendly. I had a good chat with him and I've had a lot of respect for him ever since.

[@GinoBtheman]

I faced so many bullies In high school... Going through all of that I saw the results of the personal journey Dave has made... not caring what others think, doing the things that truly make one happy... as a teenage metalhead he was and still is not only a musical icon to me but a role model on how to be a decent human being. Dave had and has his flaws... I had and have my flaws.. it’s about acknowledging them and having hope and wanting to work to always be better. Who cares what others think about you, do what you want, do what you love. Mustaine said it the best, large minds discuss ideas... small minds discuss people

[@LordPadriac]

You know I remember way back in the late 80s and early 90s when MTV was still doing music and they always had these interviews with Lars Ulrich where he kept ripping on Megadeth. The main difference between Megadeth and Metallica these days is I still listen to Megadeth pretty regularly while I haven't willingly listened to Metallica in a little over twenty years.

[@jackaction2988]

I feel the same exact way

[@ridhuanmaster9434]

Yeah...mee too...feel addicted to Megadeth than to Metallica...even though i love both bands...

[@soundofperserverance3363]

same the offer so much more Methallica can't produce a catchy new riff. And larss drumming sucks

[@mnyshrpknvs]

Megadeth is the Mature, Thinking Man's Metal Band!

[@slavesforging5361]

yup. always has been. i always marvel at the difference in the attitude of the crowd between different shows. Megadeth fans have always been the most respectful, without being pompous, crowd.

[@hinjurock]

James writes more mature and intelligent lyrics. Not counting the majority of Kill 'Em All, of course.

[@sainandanramakrishnan4812]

@@hinjurock Lyrics is *NOT* the only intelligence involved in music.

[@hinjurock]

@@sainandanramakrishnan4812 Obviously not, but they're a part of the equation - you can't really be considered "Thinking Man's Metal" if you have unintelligent or simplistic lyrics. And James' and Lars' brilliant songwriting and arranging talents are also a reflection of their intelligence.

[@sainandanramakrishnan4812]

@@hinjurock Except that being a thinking man's metal band really doesn't have anything to do with the intelligence of the players themselves. Its a lot more aligned with how intelligent the presentation of the message is through the song and how smartly composed the musical passages themselves are, so much so that a dumb listener cannot possibly uncover all the positive aspects about the song. Mustaine's use of metaphors and figure of speeches in the lyrics that pertain to realistic subjects are second to none, you actually need to realize what's going around you to understand the full depth of his message. Not to mention, a casual, unequipped listener would EASILY overlook and fail to appreciate a good bulk of intricacies that make finished Megadeth passages amazing to listen to, because there is just SO MUCH MORE INTERESTING BUZZ going on musicianship-wise compared to straight-forward Metallica songs ( a.l.a the genius switching rhythm section underneath Rust In Peace, Youthanasia and Countdown To Extinction solos which first-time listeners hardly pay attention to because they are already overwhelmed by the solo ). Hence, the aptly coined phrased 'Thinking Man's Metal Band', which they were referred to as early as 1988.

[@ravenwulfgar]

If any of you haven't read his bio Mustaine: A Heavy Metal Memoir, you need to. It's damned good.

[@TheIndianscout]

Agree.

[@michaelscates9594]

@Crowbar. 27 he wasnt allowed to say certain things so it was edited and flourishes were added to fix holes. Js

[@slavesforging5361]

i got to meet him at the book signing in Denver when that came out! super cool guy. Even waiting in line was great. so was the book. and i generally don't read biographies. (but i do make the occasional exception for autobiographies).

[@metalzonemt-2]

@@michaelscates9594 Not allowed by whom and what things?

[@metalzonemt-2]

@@turdferguson810 That makes sense. That would be the most interesting stuff to read.

[@danleach266]

Dave: "We've never followed trends." Risk: " Am I a joke to you?"

[@atsz.]

I think that had more to do with trying to keep Marty in the band

[@fpsqt]

Yeah, I was just about going to comment that. Even Youthanasia, a damn great album, was a change in direction trying to fit to trends. I'd say on Youthanasia, Cryptic Writings and Risk, Dave DID try to fit into a new trend of more "mainstream metal", then when Marty left the band and maybe when Dave realized he could never top Metallica in this "mainstream metal" area, he thought "ah, the hell with it, let it go".

[@shawnrurodenm3640]

What trend? Writing radio safe doesn't always mean fad following or trending. Ok, even Dave was disappointed with RISK but I don't remember an emo screamo drop beat. I didn't see any Megadeth albums without guitar solos like the late grunge post grunge slack rock punk pop. Oh, did you think Dave should have wrote music to suite your tastes... Lol, that would be exactly the instance you are mocking him for now. See, I am an older metal fan myself, and back in the early to mid eighties other fans would call a person a poser if the bands they liked even looked at a make up kit. I was even judgemental to some extent. I had a couple friend get cornered at a show in Lawrence MA for being "posers" for not liking the terrible opening act for UFS Afterbirth. Selling out is doing anything you are not in agreement of and or control of. Many folk have said the S-word with Metallica. Not true my friend, they totally were in control of what they were doing and were in agreement of their decision. If they were to make music for your liking, they might not be fully on board and that would make them posers. Megadeth has been great at what they do, and if not.... Dave has certainly done a fantastic job bullshitting everyone to make the populous believe it to be true. I'm a fan although I don't like every single song. So lighten up or you to may be ensnared in the same poser trap that you yourself had set. It happens, and it usually starts with fault finding and trolling. Have a nice day.

[@danleach266]

@@shawnrurodenm3640 Whoa, easy, man. It was a joke.

[@shawnrurodenm3640]

Gotcha, it's cool. Just backing up my boys. We can talk crap about milli vanilli ,Gene Simmons/Paul Stanley and evidently Nickelback. This should be a joke for real

[@AJonesB83]

Priceless words Dave, "Don't listen to people you don't trust", Don't trust people you don't know", " "Don't waste your time getting to know someone that isn't gonna matter in your life", Life is like a series going down the freeway and you meet people, there like mile markers.. The sign's that really matter are the ones that say where you're going." . That right there blew me away.

[@bune.trails6448]

❤🤧

[@DanGoodShotHD]

"Mainstream exposure killed metal" probably the most accurate statement I've ever heard on the subject.

[@KazeAkiyama]

Most things die when they go mainstream. Learned this through metal and anime.

[@UlfhedinnNorsk]

❤️ WHAT A TRULY AUTHENTIC HUMAN BEING! We love you endlessly Dave, get better. ... and maybe give us a show with Marty on second guitar 😉❤️❤️❤️

[@DokktorDeth]

Intelligent, thoughtful, self-effacing, enduring. A true star who never lost sight of his fan base and humility. Greetings from the UK, via Bangkok …

[@andrewcochrane5751]

Just started listening to megadeth but I feel like I've known this guy my whole life

[@SteveKaynan]

Yes, indulge! Amazing how the stuff is still so popular today! Feel free to check out my original inspired by Megadeth! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWHNXmSBl76bfbM

[@Stretch213]

Thats the beauty.

[@sirspongadoodle]

cause hes yo dad.

[@thelolguy007]

I’ve been listening to Dave and Megadeth for almost 30 years now and I can honestly say Megadeth is one of the most important bands in the history of music for me. Dave’s style is so instantly recognisable it’s mesmerising. The guy is a legend

[@GimmeMetal]

Thanks for the kind words, Dave! We love having you as a DJ!

[@rdevil25]

I can't get enough of this. Love Dave and Megadeth \m/

[@ooo_Kim_Chi_ooo]

Dave is a human being and he's not shy about it. Its one of the charms about him love or hate him. Hes a vulnerable human with a story and hes not ashamed of it.

[@fredlivingston3766]

Big fan of Megadeth bigger fan of Dave awesome guitar player seems like a real dude no bs

[@murphydoggett3126]

I look up to you Dave! always will. Thanks! Just been picking and trying to put things back together

[@21stcenturymetal31]

First time I saw Megadeth is in the early nineties. They opened for Dio in Greensboro, NC (so far, so good, so what) it was my first concert. I was hooked. Shows my age I suppose. I will always have fond memories of Dave and Megadeth. Side story while at the show I was taking pictures while in the third row from the stage. Dave spotted me taking pictures and pointed at me because I wasn't supposed to be taking those pictures and he knew and pointed me out so the guards could get me. I fell back into the crowd and watched the rest of the show. I had the best time also I thought him pointing at me was so awesome! I was telling my friend you see dave point at me? I was young and dumb as we all are. lol Saw Megadeth a bunch more times. Hope I will get to again soon.

[@landoakechi9406]

That’s funny how it works like that, I was at San Antonio Comic Con a few years ago, and I used to be a big WWE fan. I saw that Ric Flair had a booth, but it was really crowded and I didn’t want to get separated from my group, so I took a picture on my phone of him, then a lady sitting next to him pointed at me and he looked in my direction, at first I thought, “Oh shit, better disappear into the crowd”, like you did, but thought it was awesome that he noticed me. I hope Dave recovers from this

[@camgood9562]

What he said about being homeless really touched my heart. I've been homeless for most of the past five years (despite being a behavioral therapist for autistic kids and a cook making around 20 an hour, full time for years).. Abuse, PTSD, addiction, and other conditions can put anyone in a situation like this, and there's no reason why it should make anyone feel less than human. Thank you, Dave

[@NonniR]

What I love about Dave is how he genuinely matures and grows as an individual. Not just in terms of maturity but also knowledge. It is clear that he has been through more things than most people will ever go through but he survived and learned and now it really shows. True inspiration !

[@ansirodesetta3014]

Dave is and always will be close to home with me...once in a lifetime talent,honest,just real...I heard Megadeth for the first time back on killing is my business...and business is good,great songs,"looking down the cross", skull beneath the skin",etc...it has been a great ride with Megadeth,truly the greatest metal band of my childhood/adulthood...hell I'm 48 and still banging to these guys...can't wait for the new album...get well dave

[@EricJaegerMusic]

Holy shit no dislikes on Dave Mustaine? Have people finally grown up? Anyways. Love hearing from Dave’s personal thoughts. Such a cool dude.

[@filiperamos9667]

Holy shit..hes not talking shit about Metallica... 👍

[@evalex71]

Looks like Dave has finally grown up and has stopped talking shit about everybody else

[@MichaelKeelphotography]

@@filiperamos9667 you mean Blabbermouth news taking quotes out of full context, and making something from nothing.

[@thelolguy007]

10 losers checked in since

[@bellmeisterful]

There's 15 now. 😒

[@robbhotdog3054]

I've been a Megadeth fan since I was 14 years old. I still love them as much now as I did when I first heard The Peace Sells Album. Can't wait for the follow up to Dystopia.

[@cassiuscarter2832]

The way he spoke about his mother in law is so beautiful and genuine. Most people call them the "in laws" and Dave calls his mother in law "Nana." I have never been a fan of Dave himself really but now I like him 1000x more.

[@user-jq5iw4dg3s]

You know what sets you apart from other bands. You are the greatest heavy metal band. You are a class above all others.

[@MrParkerman6]

No, what sets them apart is The Spun off from Metallica, most bands start as their own thing, not as a revenge band to your old band that is one of the most famous in the world.

[@thelolguy007]

One of the most important people in music for me. No exaggeration. Ever since I heard the opening/main riff of ‘Symphony Of Destruction’ it all changed - the dudes a legend - no other way to say it 🤘🤘🤘

[@sleepbetraysme]

I feel like I was just out on the bus stop, with my Sony Walkman - loaded with The Killing is My Business cassette, and rocking out - on my way to school. Damn. Time flies. 🤘🏼

[@Powerracer251]

1:36 "We've never tired to follow trends." *Risk entered the room*

[@thatoneguy444]

*Word **_TRIED_** joined the room*

[@TheManWithTheFryingPan]

The thought of every single person who watched this video

[@veilard3469]

TILL THE WORLD EXPLODES JUST LIKE A SUPER COLLIDEEEERR

[@Incompatiblej]

I just want to give this guy a hug. The highway analogy made me tear up for some reason because I get it and feel the same way

[@santanajackson6160]

megadeth has been a big part of my life . especially when I came into my teenage years and peace sells but who's buying was out abd they were coming with so far so good so what . but I remember me and a friend of mine we used to trade out tapes that we had and my buddy gave me the peace sells but who's buying tape and I played that tape so much until that shit just feel apart . and then I remember going out and buying the rust in peace tape and it was just a fuckin addiction to megadeth from that point on . I like metallica too and its a blessing that us old schoolers got to grow up with these guys and its been an inspiration to me . I started playing guitars and was in a metal band and dave mustaine was one of my main influences. but I went through some rough times the past 2 months but its really taught me alot and its taught me to refocus on life and get back to playing my guitar and pick up positive attitude instead of relying on some drug to satisfy me . may we have megadeth forever

[@davidchen3009]

30 years of listening to your music and still loving it!!

[@garrickallen8831]

God bless you Dave. God is good. May he be with you and the band every step of the way. Its good to hear strong words from you. You make alot of sinse.

[@crisprtalk6963]

I am not a metal fan never have been. I have never sat down and listened to Megadeth. But man I really enjoy all of Dave's interviews. He is captivating to listen to. A really likeable guy.

[@t7mf]

Not everyone will agree. Many people hate Dave for some stupid reason. Dave’s awesome

[@victoriarivera2277]

Dave is the Man..👊🏼😎..!

[@LinkRocks]

I've always found Dave fascinating. Anytime I come across one of his interviews I happily click on it.

[@DavidLuzi]

This guy is responsible of maybe 80% of all the guitar playing in extreme metal today, responsable of all the technical Thrash wave of the 80's and is a true legend, like him or not. He's a pure influence to the music we love.

[@hinjurock]

Yeah, him, James Hetfield, Scott Ian/Charlie Benante, and Gary Holt/Rick Hunolt. Dave didn't single-handedly create thrash metal. He co-wrote four songs on Kill 'Em All.

[@otakuholly8885]

My fav metal band, i grew up Megadeaf

[@swaggypanda1808]

GET WELL SOON DAVE!

[@krystallize48]

I have listened and loved Megadeth since I first heard anarchy in the UK. Still love that song and sweating bullets still my top faves!

[@61sasquatchwilson74]

Dude's stock just went way up in my book.

[@VincentValentine33]

Megadeth is what got me into metal when I was going into my teens and have been my biggest go to band when I was depressed.

[@chrismunos7741]

I have total respect for Dave. He's definitely been there

[@alexrazorback3199]

Just listening to his voice is like hearing "Rust in Peace" Album. Stay strong Dave. Thank you for everything.

[@Billy_Mayhem]

This is the reason why i love Mustaine, he have been trough more than people think. I doesn't put himself above or under the fans. He's just a normal guy, doing his think. And making people happy with what he does.

[@mennims]

Read his biography

[@Billy_Mayhem]

@@mennims already did, last week for the third time

[@williamchiusano3185]

I know Dave. He's just a Regular Guy who has currently survived some extrodinary challenges.. He is interesting , intelligent and is still growing up . If it were not for some of his advise (first time I met him at his home )I'd be pretty screwed now.. Thanks Again Dave 👍

[@frankartale1026]

Dave is one of the best metal musicians ever. Really a genius. No one sounds like Megadeth

[@chantalrioux3292]

Megadeth is one of the best metal band of the world! Dave is a brilliant guy and I just love this band! Only great metal music! Thanks

[@brotherem1]

So glad to see you are in a good peaceful state of mind...salute to you Dave u are legendary

[@robertlee8400]

I have been listening to megadeth since I was 10 that’s nucking futs , Ooo how time flys by .

[@Pinky-sb8xm]

I didn't realize how much this band helped me with emotion during school. Even inspired me to learn guitar myself after the first time I listened to the song hangar 18 and I'm honestly I'm somewhat good (still trash). Starting on acoustic and the first time I did a riff it felt like I couldn't stop smiling for an hour straight. One of my favorite bands.

[@Aryanof99]

Dave is amazing, I can't wait for the new record 😊

[@ARG0T]

also man, mustaines story about his mother-in-law with alzheimers hits close too home. my grandfather currently has it and its nearing its worst, he cant talk anymore (he can. only mumbles though). and doesnt know much anymore, another reason why i love this guy

[@warreng5394]

Like the normalcy of Dave Mustaine/Megadeth.

[@xabun]

He actually really speaks the truth ... Once I liked something on his Twitter and responded and guess what .. he replied and said "Thanks" ... Not many celebs do that! Dave is a true legend ...

[@MRRU-uz7ej]

🙏's for Dave

[@ajhproductions2347]

That last thing Dave says is seriously profound. You can really think on that one. So glad hes fully recovered!

[@donalddodds8335]

I can understand how Dave felt after being booted from Metallica but in my opinion, I think it is the fans who truly believed Dave pulled it off with all the success in Megadeth. Sure he wanted to top Metallica but in the end I think it's the Fans' opinion that matters most. Dave you accomplished what you set out to do whether you realize it or not.

[@dougrobitaille2510]

Dave, your the best! Your music is what we grew up on and this video was very interesting on how strong your inner soul is. There's millions hoping that you get well soon!!! Bless you Dave!

[@brucehawk09]

LMAO, the Dave Mustaine charm offensive. Hes always been charmingly offensive

[@jsmythib]

He's always been the snarling ginger. Easily the most played over 35 years here...

[@justme1214]

Hearing him saying he wants to pass away at the same time as his wife made me cry. He's only human and I love that he shows this side of him. I'm only 44 but I have been thinking about this lately, as I was investigating some health issues. And my only concern was how would my husband get over if anything happened to me. So I totally get him.

[@VendettaAustralia]

grey beard... red hair...lol.. love ya Dave.

[@adel-ub2op]

his music helped so many people, don't know what the world would be without megadeth

[@PaulPoGoaIndia]

Huge Respect Dave you have been in both worlds 💓🙏🙌

[@kevinkiley6503]

Underrated guitarist and songwriter. His lyrics are like reading a novel. Cheers Dave!

[@joetrosclair8434]

Megadeth is my first Metal and will always be my favorite. Are there heavier, faster, more technical, etc bands? Yes. I love them also. But this is my first love. Thank you, Dave. Thank you so very much.

[@mennims]

Actually, Megadeth is pretty much up there in terms of technicality, especially on guitar. Coming from a guitarist that can play a few Megadeth songs

[@joetrosclair8434]

Mennims I agree. I’ve been following Megadeth since Peace Sells was brand new on CASSETTE 😉 I made my statement for the ‘geniuses’ that would inevitably try to tell me how much better some other band is 🤷‍♂️

[@tickedoffnow]

Life can suck but we are all here for a reason

[@yucawhotv6714]

It's always a pleasure and a privilege to hear him on all topics of life.

[@bune.trails6448]

Dave is a real person... that's what makes him relevant and special...so rare ❤️🤧

[@Mars_Monkey]

I'd like to hear his ideas behind "foreclosure of a dream", since that exact system failure hit us a 2 decades later.

[@derickdoveglass]

And this is why I have so much respect for Dave. To seriously talk about your own death and the death of others takes balls. He seems very genuine

[@FormerHumanX]

"We never tried to follow trends." This is the guy who did Risk...

[@cfxmishmash1051]

First off risk was an exploratory album of personal growth not a trend just like metallicas load and reload albums i actually liked risk it was more of a play on words and expressionism if you will. Being a musician myself i find it very hard to comprehend how narrow minded some minds can be

[@FormerHumanX]

@@cfxmishmash1051 Exploratory album of personal growth? You're completely wrong. Dann Huff, the producer, specifically laid out how to compose the album to get radio play. Mustaine wrote "Crush Em" because he hoped it would get played by sports teams and the band would make a lot of money on royalties. Risk was a sellout 100% and the fans knew it.

[@lemarcmty]

@@FormerHumanX are you cherry picking?, because he also said "never listen to people you dont trust" and never trust people you dont know" Also he named that album "risk" precisely for that reason, it was a risk.

[@Mark-um5hc]

Dave, what I like about you is; I met you at the DTE Energy in Clarkston, Mi. Bout 20 yrs ago. You were the same person I met, til the time I went my own way. You actually talked to me like a human being. I appreciate that. You gave me good advice, and directed me in the right direction. Thank you. I hope you stick around for along time. Hope we meet again. -Mark

[@accountclosed8569]

Best friend and best employer ever

[@justinflemings5756]

This is the best interview I've ever seen with Dave. You're a great dude, hope you are feeling well these days.

[@jimjim8484]

There are couples that have died together. The same night. That would be nice. Not having them feeling the pain from missing you. And not to feel pain, from missing them. The perfect way of dying. Always happy. Die happy.

[@andsoitgoes2177]

I've been listening to Countdown to Extinction quite a bit and that album kinda swings, it's like really heavy big band jazz. I've come to think of Dave's writing as pretty brilliant.

[@MrDEMIANSOLER]

Este tipo es un genio!

[@breatheliveandthrive7404]

Ive been listening to Megadeth since 1991..

[@briank8697]

Dave Mustaine for President

[@randyhanner3188]

Dave is a stand up guy I'd fly across the world just to shake his hand & thank him for inspiring me for 30 plus years

[@user-kh2dg7it2nn]

Fly across the world to shake his hand?. Iol, admit it you'd fly across the world to suck his d**k.

[@michaelevans4515]

It's always strange for me when Dave uses the word 'we' with Megadeth when it's really 'him'. Dave IS Megadeth.

[@beatlesrulez1995]

He dialed down his ego over over time.

[@apartida123]

Ishmum Bashir No yeah. Dave is calm, collected, and articulate in this video. He can go off the deep end and run his mouth if he wants too. The thing is you need to learn to just ignore whatever he says whenever he runs his mouth. He says alot of bullshit.

[@robertproctor7771]

Michael ] INDEED

[@timetracker8503]

Dave Is Legend...

[@megashock1319]

I don't think Dave is Megadeth. In his earlier interviews he says that once Nick and marty joined with ellefson and him that they were each able to hold their own and add to the band instead of Dave and junior being leaders. Megadeth is great because they change people and style changes with that. Metallica has had the same guitar playing and drums for a while. The same style. While with Megadeth each person contributes to Megadeth. Without Dave there is no Megadeth but without junior or Nick or kiko and marty or gar and dirk there is also no megadeth

[@entrails_7707]

Remember seeing you in 1987 and loved the band ever since

[@Iheartdgd]

I love this man

[@slayer7694]

Last time i saw them live was at the 9:30 club in D.C . In This moment opened for them . Was such a good show. The United abomination tour.