Megadeth has officially announced that James LoMenzo will be the permanent replacement for bassist David Ellefson, who was cut loose in May of 2021 due to sexual misconduct allegations. LoMenzo has been touring with the group since last year and was a member of the band from 2006-2010.
Dave Mustaine, guitarist/vocalist and founder of Megadeth seems to be happy to have LoMenzo on board again. “I am thrilled to welcome back James to the Megadeth family. James rejoined the fold as the touring bassist and it’s been a blast having him back, we thought let’s make it permanent,” Mustaine said.
Here’s what LoMenzo had to say about being back: “I’m so excited to rejoin Megadeth and move forward full steam into the next phase of this iconic band’s history! With Dave, Kiko and Dirk there’s no stopping us! It just feels great to be home again.”
Megadeth will kick off it’s U.S. tour later this year in Portland, Oregon on August 19th followed by a trip to Auburn, Washington on August 20th. The tour will feature Five Finger Death Punch, The HU, and Fire From The Gods.