The Megadeth Band Quiz! Trivia Facts

Dave Mustaine is the founding member of Megadeth. He formed the band after being fired from Metallica in 1983. Mustaine is not only the lead vocalist but also the primary songwriter and guitarist for the band. He has been a crucial figure in shaping Megadeth's sound and has played a significant role in their success over the years.

Megadeth covered and released the song "No More Mr. Nice Guy" originally performed by Alice Cooper.

Megadeth was formed in 1983.

Gar Samuelson was the drummer for Megadeth from 1984-1987.

Youthanasia is the correct answer because it is the sixth released studio album by the band Megadeth. It was released in 1994 and is considered one of their most successful albums, featuring hits such as "Reckoning Day" and "A Tout Le Monde".

The album 'Peace Sells... but Who's Buying?' was released in 1986.

The correct answer is "Public Enemy No. 1." The question asks for the song for which a Grammy Award is currently pending in 2012. Since the question specifically mentions that the award is pending in 2012, it implies that the Grammy Award ceremony for that year has not yet taken place. Therefore, it is not possible to determine the actual winner of the award, and the correct answer cannot be determined.

Dave Ellefson contributed in writing the song 'Dawn Patrol' off the classic album 'Rust in Peace'.

Universal is the correct answer because Megadeth was never associated with Universal as a record label. Megadeth has been associated with Capitol, Roadrunner, and Combat, but not Universal.

Dave Mustaine had to undergo two years of extensive physical therapy before being able to play guitar with his left hand again.

In 2002, Megadeth disbanded due to Dave Mustaine's nerve injury in his left arm. This injury affected his ability to play the guitar, which ultimately led to the dissolution of the band.

Megadeth did not win any Grammy Awards.

Megadeth has a total of 13 studio albums. This means that the band has released 13 albums that consist of original songs recorded in a studio setting.

Pantera is not considered an associating act to Megadeth because although both bands are associated with the genre of heavy metal, they are separate and distinct entities. While Pantera achieved significant success and recognition in the metal scene, they have no direct connection or collaboration with Megadeth. Megadeth is primarily associated with their founder and frontman Dave Mustaine, whereas Pantera is known for their own unique sound and lineup, led by the Abbott brothers.

Jimmy Sloas is the correct answer because he was a session bassist who played with Megadeth for a very short period of time. He filled in temporarily for the band during their 2004 tour, but was not a permanent member. Dave Ellefson, James MacDonough, and James LoMenzo all had longer and more significant tenures as bassists for Megadeth.

Megadeth has sold approximately 30 million albums worldwide. This suggests that the band has achieved significant commercial success and a large fan base. The number indicates the popularity and widespread appeal of Megadeth's music, making them one of the most successful metal bands in history.

Dave Mustaine typically writes lyrics based on a variety of themes including war, politics, addiction, personal relationships, and religion. This suggests that his lyrics cover a wide range of topics and reflect his thoughts and perspectives on these subjects.

In 2003, Megadeth did not have any of the mentioned members in the band. Therefore, the correct answer is "None".

Megadeth received a total of 9 Grammy nominations.

The most recent Megadeth tour in 2011 was called the European Carnage Tour.