Ron McGovney

Ron McGovney (born November 2, 1963, Los Angeles, California) is an American musician most notable for being Metallica's first bass player when they formed in the early 1980s. He was replaced by Cliff Burton. Ron McGovney was reportedly often bullied by lead guitarist Dave Mustaine, who poured beer on his bass contributing to an electric shock which McGovney described as ...

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    • 1982
    • 1986
    • 1987
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