See you Pumpehuset on July 30th in Copenhagen, DENMARK along with Armored Saint 👊 Doors at 7pm/Show at 8pm - this is an ALL AGES SHOW!! Tickets: here
What a whirlwind week in California 🤘 NAMM Show
Things kicked off Tuesday night with the Ultimate Jam Night at the Whisky A Go-Go, always a blast and a great way to dive headfirst into the madness. From there it was straight into Metal Allegiance—rehearsals on Wednesday, followed by another high-octane show Thursday night in Anaheim at House of Blues Anaheim. Loud, powerful, and a reminder of just how strong this community is.
It was also an honor to attend the She Rocks Awards at the Hilton, a proud moment to see my manager Pamela Parks in action leading the team as they celebrated the incredible women who continue to shape our industry, and a real thrill to meet a Bangle, Vicki Peterson—an absolute icon.
Saturday was classic NAMM chaos on the show floor, wrapping up perfectly that night with performing two songs at Ronnie Montrose Remembered at the Grand Theatre. A heartfelt tribute and a powerful way to close out the week.
Great music. Great people. Incredible musicians everywhere you turned.
Definitely a week to remember. Until next year. 🎸🔥
On this episode of The David Ellefson Show, David Ellefson and co-host Joshua Toomey welcome Michael Tonsetic of Concept Cafes Coffee, the mastermind behind some of metal’s most recognizable coffee collaborations. Michael talks about working with legendary artists including Cannibal Corpse, Gary Holt, Type O Negative, and the Cavalera Brothers, and how those relationships helped shape artist-branded coffee into a real touring business. The guys dive into the importance of packaging, branding, and helping bands move product on the road, plus the unique challenges and future of the coffee industry. Michael also breaks down the creative process behind the Dave Lombardo coffee, including the innovative drum-inspired packaging, and shares how his passion for coffee turned into a full-blown metal lifestyle brand.
YouTube:
From Riffs to Roasts: Michael Tonsetic on Coffee With Cannibal Corpse & Cavalera
Spotify:
Grammy-winning bassist David Ellefson brings his acclaimed BASSTORY: Performance, Stories & Legacy tour to Latin America this February — a powerful blend of live performance, storytelling, and an inside look at the riffs, moments, and music that shaped his life on and off the stage.
Joining David on this run:
Andrew Freeman (Last in Line) – Vocals
Andy Martongelli & Emanuel López – Guitars
Adrián Esposito – Drums
BASSTORY has toured the world with select shows across Europe, the USA, and Australia, giving fans a rare chance to experience Ellefson up close in an intimate, high-energy format. It’s not just a concert — it’s a behind-the-music experience with personal stories, iconic bass lines, and a setlist packed with metal classics.
Ellefson shares:
“BASSTORY lets me connect with fans on a deeper level. You get the riffs, but you also get the stories behind them — plus a badass live performance of fan favorites by talented musicians!”
FEBRUARY 2026 TOUR DATES
7 FEB – Santiago de Chile
9 FEB – Mendoza
12 FEB – Neuquén
14 FEB – Buenos Aires
15 FEB – Cordoba Argentina
Visit: Basstory.com
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the music, the legacy, and the brotherhood that lives on through Ronnie Montrose Remembered. Seeing these songs delivered with such passion and precision was a reminder of just how far Ronnie’s influence still reaches. Nights like this are why rock & roll never dies.
#RonnieMontroseRemembered #Montrose
🎸 Thanks to all who came out to thrash with Metal Allegiance — a powerful reminder of what happens when brother/sisterhood, legacy, and sheer musical force collide on one stage.
Honored to lock in with an all-star lineup of absolute killers, celebrating the spirit of heavy metal the way it was meant to be played: loud, fearless, and together. Huge respect to everyone who came out and made the night unforgettable — the energy in the room was undeniable.
Metal lives because we live it. Until next time. 💫
📸 Mike Savoia
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GRAMMY Award winning bassist DAVID ELLEFSON has announced his BASS WARRIOR TOUR in Europe for March 2026. The tour will feature Ellefson and his solo band performing select cuts from his well-known catalog of Mega hits, including the Megadeth Countdown to Extinction album in it's entirety, solo material and other hard rock & metal favorites which inspired him during his 40-year music career. Direct support on all dates is Mado.
Ellefson states, "Bass Warrior has become an annual celebration with my fans across Europe. This year I'm really excited to be performing the 'Countdown to Extinction' album in its entirety on the tour. It's always been one of my favorite albums in my discography and I'm looking forward to celebrating those songs with my fans on the tour in March."
Ellefson launched his Bass Warrior tour in 2024, with musical director Andy Martongelli (Ellefson-Soto, Artemis) as a way to perform songs for fans across Europe from his 40+ years as a world renowned recording artist.
12.3 Kill Joy - Rome (Italy)
13.3 Pocoloco - Paganica (Italy)
17.3 Spazio Artis - Legnago (Italy)
18.3 Reigen Live - Vienna (Austria)
19.3 Bounty Rock - Olomouc (Czech)
20.3 Kino Klub - Svatoborice (Czech)
21.3 Rc Mlyn - Vrutky (slovakia)
23.3 Muzeum - Bratislava (slovakia)
24.3 Bergkeller - Reichenbach (Germany)
25.3 Sounddog - Breda (Netherlands)
26.3 De Kaller - Zutendaal (Belgium)
28.3 Manoir Pub - St Maurice (Switzerland)
29.3 Rock N Roll - Rho/Milan (Italy)
Tickets go on sale today!
VIP tickets will go live on Friday, January 30th
Information can be found at here
Only at NAMM do moments like this happen—two Megadeth producers and two rockers all crossing paths at the front door of the House of Blues at the exact same time. You can’t script this stuff.
#MaxNorman #ChrisHolmes #CameronWebb
Tonight in Anaheim 🔥
Metal Allegiance live at House of Blues for a night of uncompromising heavy metal and all-star power.
If you’re in the area, don’t miss it. 🎸
#MetalAllegiance #HouseOfBlues #Anaheim
Looking forward to hitting The Token this September with Metal Church! Tickets go on sale tomorrow: here
🎸 Great times at the Fender Custom Shop party—always a blast catching up with good friends Phil Demmel and Artist Relations manager Mike Tempesta.