This week at the Croatian festival MetalFest, Megadeth had to end their performance after singer Dave Mustaine was hit with rocks.
On Tuesday (June 5), while performing on the Main Stage, the thrash veterans exited after Mustaine was hit multiple times by rocks, one of which struck him in the head.
The crowd’s dissatisfaction manifested in chants for ’80s hair metal band WASP, fueled by rumors that WASP frontman Blackie Lawless had refused to perform at the festival due to a disagreement with Mustaine. This information remains unverified.
Following the band’s departure from the stage, a spokesperson for Megadeth addressed the audience, stating, “Guys, Dave’s been hit in the head with a rock.”
Despite his attempt to explain, he was overwhelmed by shouts for WASP, prompting him to add, “I apologize. He’s been hit in the head.” He too faced a barrage of objects before leaving.
However, it’s not surprising that Megadeth encountered such reactions considering…well…their music isn’t particularly well-received.
In the realm of Metal, they are often regarded as mediocre. Honestly, it might have been a better idea to have everyone attending Thrash Metal festivals pelted with rocks…yes, indeed,…wishing for all Thrash Metal fans to be obliterated. That way, these less-than-stellar bands would struggle to stay afloat.
Although I realize this won’t come to pass, it’s a fantasy I once entertained…
by Wallace McTavish
