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Gar Samuelson

American drummer (1958-1999) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 41

Gary Charles "Gar" Samuelson was an American musician best remembered for being the drummer for thrash metal band Megadeth from 1984 to 1987, contributing to their first two albums, Killing Is My Business... and Business Is Good! (1985) and Peace Sells... but Who's Buying? (1986).

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He is considered one of the most influential drummers of thrash metal, having pioneered the incorporation of jazz fusion into the subgenre.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1958 to 1999 · aged 41

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