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Brian Damage · 03-04-2009, 03:46 PM

Former Metallica rocker Dave Mustaine has turned down the chance to join the band when they are inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April.

Mustaine joined the group in 1981, but left after less than two years because of conflicts caused by his alcohol and drugs consumption. Mustaine wrote a string of songs during his brief stint as Metallica's lead guitarist, prompting founding members Lars Ulrich and James Hetfield to invite him to the upcoming ceremony in Cleveland, Ohio. But touring commitments with his current band Megadeth will force him to stay away.

He writes online, "Metallica, as you know, has been selected to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. So, it is with much respect that I say congratulations! I also had the nice surprise of hearing that they called to invite me to the pre-ceremony party the night before, and then to the actual ceremony. Unfortunately, as you all know, I will be winding down our European tour with Judas Priest, so I will be unable to attend."

"However, I'd like to say to Lars (Ulrich) and James (Hetfield), I am so very proud of all you have accomplished. Thank you for the invitation and thinking of me."

Metallica will be joined in the Hall of Fame by Jeff Beck and Run-D.M.C. Artists become eligible for induction 25 years after the release of their first material.

http://www.starpulse.com/news/index....etallica_hall_

robyrob · 03-04-2009, 04:21 PM

Dave Mustaine isn't as bad as people make him out to be - he and James have pretty much patched things up, and its understandable that if he has tour dates in Europe when the ceremonies are happening that he wouldn't be able to make it.

ABlairican Pie · 03-05-2009, 01:58 AM

Why the "thumbs-down" icon at the top of the thread post?

Dave Mustaine says he can't attend because he's finishing his tour with Judas Priest overseas.

Dave may be many things to many people; he may be "outspoken", but one thing he is not is a slouch and a slacker when it comes to playing guitar and writing compelling music. For a while, about ten years ago, he was stagnating, and broke up the band after his arm injury, but he regrouped with new members and has two new albums since 2004. 'United Abominations' is a great album, and I'm looking forward to hearing new guitarist Chris Broaderick, formerly of Jag Panzer and Nevermore.

03-04-2009, 03:46 PM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Dave Mustaine Turns Down Metallica Hall Of Fame Invitation Former Metallica rocker Dave Mustaine has turned down the chance to join the band when they are inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April. Mustaine joined the group in 1981, but left after less than two years because of conflicts caused by his alcohol and drugs consumption. Mustaine wrote a string of songs during his brief stint as Metallica's lead guitarist, prompting founding members Lars Ulrich and James Hetfield to invite him to the upcoming ceremony in Cleveland, Ohio. But touring commitments with his current band Megadeth will force him to stay away. He writes online, "Metallica, as you know, has been selected to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. So, it is with much respect that I say congratulations! I also had the nice surprise of hearing that they called to invite me to the pre-ceremony party the night before, and then to the actual ceremony. Unfortunately, as you all know, I will be winding down our European tour with Judas Priest, so I will be unable to attend." "However, I'd like to say to Lars (Ulrich) and James (Hetfield), I am so very proud of all you have accomplished. Thank you for the invitation and thinking of me." Metallica will be joined in the Hall of Fame by Jeff Beck and Run-D.M.C. Artists become eligible for induction 25 years after the release of their first material. http://www.starpulse.com/news/index....etallica_hall_
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03-05-2009, 01:58 AM	#3
ABlairican Pie Member Forum Superstar Join Date: Dec 12, 2001 Location: Living where cats reign more Supreme than a pizza. Posts: 31,619	Why the "thumbs-down" icon at the top of the thread post? Dave Mustaine says he can't attend because he's finishing his tour with Judas Priest overseas. Dave may be many things to many people; he may be "outspoken", but one thing he is not is a slouch and a slacker when it comes to playing guitar and writing compelling music. For a while, about ten years ago, he was stagnating, and broke up the band after his arm injury, but he regrouped with new members and has two new albums since 2004. 'United Abominations' is a great album, and I'm looking forward to hearing new guitarist Chris Broaderick, formerly of Jag Panzer and Nevermore.
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