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THE STORY OF KINGS OF THRASH<\/strong><\/p>\n KINGS OF THRASH<\/strong>\u00a0was formed in April 2022, following a special appearance by Ellefson and Young at Ultimate Jam Night at the legendary Whisky A Go-Go in Hollywood, California. The event was honoring the legendary \u201cBig Four\u201d of thrash metal\u2014Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, and Anthrax.<\/p>\n During the evening, Ellefson and Young performed three classic Megadeth songs alongside vocalist Chaz Leon. The electrifying performance sparked an immediate chemistry that led to the formation of Kings of Thrash.<\/p>\n The band was built around a concept envisioned by Ellefson: creating a live experience celebrating early Megadeth albums and rarely performed deep cuts from his decades-long tenure with the thrash metal pioneers. This vision became known as \u201cThe MEGA Years.\u201d<\/p>\n In November 2022, Kings of Thrash took to the stage with four proof-of-concept concerts in San Diego, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Hollywood. Their performance at the Whisky A Go-Go on the Sunset Strip was filmed and recorded resulting in the acclaimed release\u00a0\u201cThe Best of the West \u2013 Live at the Whisky A Go-Go.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n The double live album and DVD were released by Cleopatra Records in Spring 2023 in both digital and vinyl formats.<\/p>\n ORIGINAL MUSIC<\/strong><\/p>\n In 2025, Cleopatra Records released the band\u2019s first thrash\\punk inspired trek, \u201cLockdown.\u201d With its accompanying music video, directed by KOT drummer Fred Aching, the group distinguished themselves as more than just a nostalgic tribute band.<\/p>\n The new music video for \u201cBullets Ready\u201d was shot in Hollywood, California and again, directed by Fred Aching. Additional scenes were filmed at the infamous Nelson Valley Ghost Town in El Dorado Valley, Arizona \u2013 the same location as seen in the movie, 3000 Miles to Graceland.<\/p>\n Now, with the progressive strains of \u201cBullets Ready,\u201d Kings of Thrash continues expanding its musical scope, while performing worldwide on their massive Global Thrash Tour. Dates in Canada, US, Norway, Ireland and U.K. are on the docket at\u00a0www.kingsofthrash.com<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cBULLETS READY\u201d \u2013 CREDITS<\/strong> Musicians: Mixed by: Cameron Webb Song Produced by: Kings of Thrash<\/p>\n Video Directed by: Fred Aching and Holly West<\/p>\n \u00a0A&R by Fred Aching<\/p>\n For more information on all of these events please visit:<\/p>\n
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music: Jeff Young, David Ellefson
lyrics: Jeff Young, David Ellefson, Chaz Leon, Fred Aching, Gabriel Connor<\/p>\n
Jeff Young \u2013 Rhythm & Lead Guitars
David Ellefson \u2013 Bass
Fred Aching \u2013 Drums
Chaz Leon \u2013 Vocals
Gabriel Connor \u2013 Lead Vocals
Steve Souza \u2013 Guest Vocals<\/p>\n
Engineer Arizona: John Aquilino
Engineer Las Vegas: Jason Froberg<\/p>\n