David Scott Mustaine, better known as Dave Mustaine, is an American musician and the co-founder, lead singer, primary songwriter, and only regular member of the thrash metal band Megadeth.
Mustaine formed Megadeth in 1983 after being fired from the heavy metal band Metallica.
Under his leadership, Megadeth has become one of the most influential and successful thrash metal bands of all time.
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- Full name: David Scott Mustaine
- Stage name: Dave Mustaine
- Date of Birth: September 13, 1961
- Age: 62
- Birthplace: La Mesa, California, USA
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Musician
- Height: 1.83 m
- Parents: John and Emily Mustaine
- siblings: Michelle, Suzanne and Debbie.
- Spouse: Pamela Anne Casselberry
- Children: Electra Mustaine and Justis David Mustaine.
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $14 million
Early life and education
Dave Mustaine was born on September 13, 1961 in La Mesa, California, United States. He was raised by his parents, John Mustaine and Emily Mustaine.
Mustaine grew up with his three older sisters, Michelle, Susan, and Debbie. He attended Marina High School. Mustaine’s ethnicity is white and his religion is Christian.
Profession
Dave Mustaine’s musical career began in the early 1980s when he joined the pioneering thrash metal band Metallica as lead guitarist. Although his tenure with the band was relatively short, Mustaine played an important role in shaping Metallica’s early sound and songwriting, with his contributions being featured on their debut album, Kill ‘Em All.
After being released from Metallica, Mustaine formed his own band, Megadeth, in 1983. Megadeth quickly became one of the leading bands in the thrash metal scene, known for its aggressive music, complex guitar riffs and Mustaine’s powerful voice.
Over the course of their career, Megadeth has achieved considerable commercial success, releasing a number of critically acclaimed albums such as Peace Sells…But Who’s Buying? and Rust in Peace.
Megadeth also maintains a rigorous touring schedule, captivating audiences around the world with their technical prowess and energetic live performances.
Awards and nominations
Grammy Awards:
- Winner: Best Metal Performance (2017) for “Dystopia”
- Nominated: Best Metal Performance (2023) for “We’ll Be Back”
Metal Hammer Golden God Awards:
- Award: Best Global Artist (2015)
- Nominated: Best Global Artist (2013)
Social Media
- Instagram account: @davemustaine
- Facebook account: Dave Mustaine
- Twitter account: @DaveMustaine
Personal life
Dave Mustaine married his wife Pamela Anne Casselberry in 1991. The two have been happily married for over 30 years.
Dave and Pamela have two children: Electra Mustaine and Justice David Mustaine. The family lives in a comfortable home, enjoying the fruits of Dave’s successful music career and long-term stable marriage.
Discography
- The sick, the dying…and the dead!
- Countdown to Extinction
- R.I.P. Rust
- Youth Asia Album
net worth
Renowned American musician and singer Dave Mustaine has amassed a whopping net worth of $14 million, highlighting his illustrious career and phenomenal success as the co-founder and lead singer of the heavy metal band Megadeth.
