Megadeth has parted ways with bassist David Ellefson following sex video scandal. The band made a statement today, announced by leader Dave Mustaine, and posted to all Megadeth social media channels. Ellefson was a member of the band from 1983 to 2002 and then again from 2010 to 2021.
— Megadeth (@Megadeth) May 24, 2021
Here is the full statement:
“We are informing our fans that David Ellefson is no longer playing with MEGADETH and that we are officially parting ways with him.
“We do not take this decision lightly. While we do not know every detail of what occurred, with an already strained relationship, what has already been revealed now is enough to make working together impossible moving forward.
“We look forward to seeing our fans on the road this summer, and we cannot wait to share our brand new music with the world. It is almost complete.”