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Dave Mustaine: "Metal Works as Music for Outcasts" | Interview 1992

Interview with Dave Mustaine on The Arsenio Hall Show in 1992. Mustaine discusses his famous quote that "metal works as music for outcasts" [00:00:12], arguing that heavy music is an escape for those who are looked down upon for their appearance in America [00:01:06]. He also relates the rejection of metalheads to social problems such as unemployment and job overqualification, warning about the consequences of social exclusion [00:01:49]. At the end, he reveals his son's name is Justice [00:02:28].
Date

January 1, 1992

Media

The Arsenio Hall Show (US)

Interviewer

Arsenio Hall

Interviewees
Dave Mustaine (Vocals/Guitar)
Duration

3:11

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