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Dave Mustaine will not stand for the funky fretwork of Mike Huckabee. In fact, when asked to critique Huckabee’s bass playing for Good Morning America, the worm-infested Megadeth frontman called the art of the bass “one step up from playing the kazoo,” which is another way of asking for a late night ass-whupping from the ghost of Charles Mingus. (Or at least a wedgie from Bootsy.) In addition to grooming 2008’s musically minded prez hopefuls Berry Gordy-style, Dave sez he would also be a valuable ally on the campaign trail thanks to an innate ability to reach adolescents into skulls and blood and blowin’ up stuff.
“I think as far as politics are concerned in music, most musicians shouldn’t say anything unless they’re willing to get into the trenches and fight,” Mustaine told Metal Edge magazine in a 2007 interview. “I put in my Selective Service card when I was 18, but I didn’t get drafted. In 1992 I went to the White House with the Rock the Vote campaign for the Democratic National Convention coverage. I was a participant in getting a bill passed into law, so I am ingrained in the history of this country. I’m probably one of the very few musicians, and the only one in metal that I know of [to do that]. But I’m also the unofficial elected official of the disenfranchised youth of America. I can get into the focus groups and actually say what is relevant. Even though I’m not 18 anymore or struggling with Stridex and testosterone, I do still have an 18-year-old inside of me.”
For those keeping score at home, Dave turned 18 in 1979, making his efforts to not dodge a non-existent draft all the more heroic. But would we want someone who lets Lars Ulrich reduce him to tears in a combat situation anyway?
Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine On Politicians Who Are Making Music Instead Of Facing It [Blabbermouth]
“But I’m also the unofficial elected offical of the disenfranchised [middle aged guys living in their parents basement]of america”
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And as a bass player, I pray that Bootsy decends from the mothership to kick his 46 year old ass until the 18 year old inside of him cries like a gassy baby…
No wonder Dave Ellefson left the band…
I am not the biggest metal geek, but at least I know well enough not to talk shit about the instrument played by fucking Lemmy.
We’re fans of Dave and Megadeth, but he did get quite a few things wrong: Playing the bass well is difficult. It is, of course, a highly-respected musical instrument–straightforward and obvious, yes, but it needs to be said in light of his comments. Dave Mustaine is NOT the only musician or metal musician to help get a bill passed. In fact, he is one of many who have worked on bills and legislation. Dave is NOT the voice of a generation–sorry, Dave, but that’s going way over the line. Dave is not the only musician who has been involved in politics. Actually, right now, in 2008, John Hall, of Orleans, is a member of Congress. A former member of the Doobie Brothers is, of all things, a respected defense analyst in the private sector. A member of the Smithereens is involved in politics and has run for office. Bono has worked on legislation, lobbied, raised money and traveled the world for several causes. Peter Garrett, of Midnight Oil, is a member of the Australian Parliament. And Martha Reeves, the beloved woman who sang “Dancing in the Streets” is currently a Member of the Detroit City Council. And there are many more, including metal and hard rock musicians, nationwide. Dave, you’re a great musician, but please get your facts straight.
“I can get into the focus groups and actually say what is relevant.”
I guess that’s true, as long he doesn’t say the words “Megadeath” or “Dave Mustaine” he might very well be saying something relevant.
metal is dead, bitch.
Geezer Butler would like a word with you Dave.
@The Neoskeptic: “metal is dead, bitch”
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I imagine if Jason Newsted had anything to say about this, someone who just pot down his comments in the mix rendering them undetectable.
Whenever Dave Mustaine asks to be taken seriously, I feel compelled to link to the lyrics for “Sweating Bullets.”
[songmeanings.net]
I am a huge Megadeth fan, but it is painful to hear those words about the bass.
Especially because he forces his bassists to play with a pick. It looks like he has James Lomenzo split the difference, but I had remembered the guy before him, James McDonough using his fingers in Iced Earth. Then I read an interview where he said Mustaine insisted he use a pick.
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Didn’t mean to hit the dang submit button. I was going to edit what I wrote. Anyways, Megadeth=awesome (generally regardless of who his band is). Mustaine as a person=jackass.