Dave Mustaine, born September 13, 1961 in La Mesa, California, is an American musician, singer and songwriter best known for being the founder, vocalist and lead guitarist of the thrash metal band Megadeth. Mustaine began his musical career in the late ’70s and early ’80s, and gained prominence as a guitarist in Metallica before being ousted in 1983. Determined to forge his own path, Mustaine founded Megadeth that same year, quickly establishing the band as one of the most influential in the thrash metal genre. With Megadeth he recorded metal classics such as Peace Sells or Symphony of Destruction.
In addition to his work with Megadeth, Mustaine has been a prominent figure in the music industry, influencing countless musicians and bands with his distinctive style and innovative approach.
The Dean Zero Vic Rattlehead that you will find at Guitar Legends Hall was owned by Mustaine and accompanied him on stage between 2016 and 2020. In its design we can see Vic Rattlehead, Megadeth’s monstrous mascot.
