Dave Mustaine of Megadeth shares advices for the new generations of artists

Dave Mustaine, the leader of Megadeth, was asked in a recent interview with Brazil’s 92.5 Kiss FM what guidance he would offer to up-and-coming bands hoping to establish themselves in the music business, as per Blabbermouth. This was his response.

Well, you’ve gotta circle yourself with the right people. If you have a band, you’ve gotta look at the performers in the band. Do you have someone that’s in the band because he’s your buddy or because he’s a great fucking drummer? Or a great guitar player? Or is he my brother-in-law? ‘Cause that’s usually the first indication that you’re not gonna make it. And then you’ve gotta make sure you have a good team — a good manager, a good attorney, a good business manager, which is an accountant. If you have those things, and most importantly you’ve got good songs, you’re on your way.

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