Ron McGovney
American bassist · United States · On the map · Musicians · Born 1962 · age 64
Ronald J. McGovney is an American semi-retired musician, best known as the original bass guitarist in the thrash metal band Metallica from October 1981 to December 1982.
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James Hetfield Bandmate in Metallica
Lars Ulrich Bandmate in Metallica
Dave Mustaine Bandmate in Metallica
Kirk Hammett Bandmate in Metallica
Cliff Burton Bandmate in Metallica
Robert Trujillo Bandmate in Metallica
Jason Newsted Bandmate in Metallica
Gene Hoglan Bandmate in Phantasm
Lloyd Grant Bandmate in Metallica
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Having previously played with guitarist James Hetfield in the garage band Leather Charm, McGovney was a member of Metallica during its first year of gigging and appeared on their early demos before departing late in 1982, prior to the start of recording for the band's debut album, Kill 'Em All in May 1983. He was replaced by Cliff Burton.
