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Dave Mustaine

Born 13 September 1963.

Biography

David Scott Mustaine (born September 13, 1961 in La Mesa, California, USA) is the lead/rhythm guitarist, main songwriter, and vocalist for the American heavy metal band Megadeth. Mustaine grew up in various Southern California suburbs. He currently resides in San Diego, California. Mustaine was also the first lead guitarist and co-songwriter of Metallica. In 2009 he appeared as the No. 1 position in Joel McIver's book The 100 Greatest Metal Guitarists.

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Credits

Role Artist Release
Producer Megadeth Endgame (2009)
Instrument Megadeth United Abominations (2007)
Recording Megadeth The System Has Failed (2004)
Producer Megadeth Risk (1999)
Instrument Diamond Head Death & Progress (1993)
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