Whatever you think of Dave Mustaine, one thing is undeniable: he’s one of the greatest metal guitar players to ever live. He’s so good, in fact, that he recalls getting his “gig” with Metallica after only “warming up” during his audition with the band. In a January 2026 interview, Mustaine reflected on his brief tenure […] The post Dave Mustaine Reveals the Surprising Way His Metallica Audition Panned Out: ‘I Didn’t Know What Was Gonna Happen’ appeared first on VICE .