Metal Church
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Metal Church is an American heavy metal band formed in 1980. Originally based in San Francisco, California, they relocated to Aberdeen, Washington the following year and briefly called themselves Shra
Metal Church performing at Wacken Open Air in 2016
Founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof began performing with the group for the first time in 12 years for their 1998 reformation.
Vocalist Mike Howe, singer for Metal Church from 1988 to 1996, rejoined the group in 2015 and stayed until his death in 2021. His return contributed to Metal Church's resurgence in popularity.
David Ellefson
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David Ellefson is an American musician, best known for his long tenure as the bassist and backing vocalist for heavy metal band Megadeth across two stints.
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…of Annihilation (2023). Another lineup change occurred in 2025, with former Vicious Rumors Brian Allen replacing Lopes, and original Megadeth bassist David Ellefson and drummer Ken Mary of Fifth Angel and Flotsam and Jetsam joining the fold. Then-based in San Francisco, guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof formed Metal Church…
Ellefson in 2019
Megadeth in 1986. From left to right: Chris Poland, Dave Mustaine, Gar Samuelson and David Ellefson.
Ellefson on stage during Sweden Rock Festival 2009
Ellefson performing with Megadeth in 2016