Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
On this episode of The David Ellefson Show, David Ellefson and co-host Joshua Toomey are joined by Metal Hall of Fame founder Pat Gesualdo and Jimmy Kay to discuss this year’s Metal Hall of Fame inductees and the festivities surrounding the annual event. Pat dives into the history of the Metal Hall of Fame, the voting process, and how the board of committees works, while also sharing a great behind-the-scenes story involving the late Lee Kerslake and the Osbournes. The conversation also explores the lasting impact and historical importance of the Sunset Strip on heavy metal and hard rock. It’s an inside look at preserving metal’s legacy and celebrating the artists who built the genre.
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On this episode of The David Ellefson Show, David Ellefson and co-host Joshua Toomey are joined by Metal Hall of Fame founder Pat Gesualdo and Jimmy Kay to discuss this year’s Metal Hall of Fame inductees and the festivities surrounding the annual event. Pat dives into the history of the Metal Hall of Fame, the voting process, and how the board of committees works, while also sharing a great behind-the-scenes story involving the late Lee Kerslake and the Osbournes. The conversation also explores the lasting impact and historical importance of the Sunset Strip on heavy metal and hard rock. It’s an inside look at preserving metal’s legacy and celebrating the artists who built the genre.
Tickets: axs.com/events/1221628/metal-hall-of-fame-tickets
Today's episode is brought to you by Rockabilia.com, Use code: DAVID10 for 10% Off your order. 100% authentic band merch since 1987!
Join the Patreon for early access to episodes and Q and A's with the hosts patreon.com/tdes
For David Ellefson Stage Played Basses and Merch ellefsonemporium.com
Follow David on Social Media
linktr.ee/davidellefson
Follow Joshua on Social Media
linktr.ee/talktoomeypodcast
#megadeth #bassplayer #thrash #bigfour
