Episode 287 - David Ellefson (Megadeth / Ellefson)

Thunder Underground

This episode we are joined by David Elllefson. David talks to us about his new covers album from Ellefson called “No Cover”, working with Thom Hazaert, paying homage to early Def Leppard, recording during a pandemic, cover Fight’s ‘Nailed to the Gun,’ Rob Halford Queen, Fastaway, working with Mark Slaughter, Doro, reconnecting on record with Chuck Buhler, Jimmy Degrasso, WASP, Motorhead, Charlie Benante, Bumblefoot, Dave Lombardo, the origins of the David Ellefson Youth Music Foundation, the status of the new Megadeth album, what Dirk Verb has brought to the band, F5, cycling, and a ton more! We kick the episode off with new music from Medicine Horse, some love for Tulsa Music Stream, we talk about DOWN’s recent live stream, more excellent cover from Charlie Benante and Friends, we look at Sons of Texas’ new EP, and show some love for a late 90’s Megadeth album. Thanks for listening, and please share! #podcast #megaeth #ellefson #allkillernofiller This episode is brought to you by DEB Concerts. Follow DEB on Facebook and Twitter to get updates on upcoming shows at the IDL Ballroom from John Corabi and more! This episode is also brought to you by Med Pharm. Follow their Facebook page and visit medpharmok.com to find out why they are “Cannabis With a Cause.” 30% of profits go towards building no-kill animal shelters in the area. They have a wide selection of products, and they have a doctor on site every Friday and Saturday. Mention Thunder Underground and receive 10% off on your first purchase! This episode is also brought to you by Sunset Tattoo Tulsa. Sunset Tattoo has over 25 years of experience, and is located at 3146 E. 15th St. in Tulsa, OK. They are state licensed and Mother approved! The tattoos are "Done Good and Proper" so be sure to like their facebook page for more details. This episode is also brought to you by Hella Hot Hot Sauce LLC. HHHS produces small batch artisanal hot sauces that are hand bottled by wife and husband ownership in the San Francisco bay area of California. Among many great sauce options, they offer artist collaborations, including previous podcast guests "Florida Frank's Florida Heat" - Frank Novinec of Hatebreed (Ep 260) and "Brain Jerk" - Digestor of Ghoul (Ep 205). Give them a visit today, give their page a 'like', and tell them we sent you! Check them out, and buy some hot sauce here: www.hellahothotsauce.com/ Become a Thunder Underground #patron on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thunderunderground Stream us anytime everywhere podcasts are heard.