The Real Reason Ellefson Was Kicked Out (It Wasn't Porn)

Ellefson pushed the envelope too far with "hack" side projects.

On This Episode:

How David Ellefson's solo ambition mirrored Jason Newsted’s exit

The "hack" singer that infuriated Dave Mustaine

Partnering with Tom Hazaert: A major business lapse in judgment?

Performing Megadeth songs while Mustaine was in cancer recovery

The "strained vibe" backstage at recent Megadeth shows

Why Ellefson’s "Workaholic" nature eventually backfired

While the internet focused on the leaked video, the real tension in Megadeth was building for years. Bob Nalbandian reveals how David Ellefson’s endless side projects and choice of business partners created a "strained relationship" that Dave Mustaine could no longer tolerate. From performing band covers with "hacks" while Mustaine was sick to building a separate business empire, discover the internal friction that made this "cancellation" inevitable.

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