The Lucid

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The Lucid
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The Lucid is an American hard rock group consisting of guitarist Drew Fortier (ex-Bang Tango), drummer Mike Heller (Malignancy, Raven, Fear Factory), bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth) and vocalist Vinnie Dombroski (Sponge).[1][2]

History[edit]

The band was formed in early 2020 with guitarist Drew Fortier and drummer Mike Heller demoing song ideas for a potential new project. This led to Fortier's frequent collaborator, bassist David Ellefson, joining the fold with vocalist Vinnie Dombroski following soon after to complete the line up.[3][4] The four met in L.A. in July 2020 to finish recording what would eventually become their self-titled debut album The Lucid. The album was produced by Heller, and mixed and mastered by Lasse Lammert.[5]

This is David Ellefson's first post Megadeth project after being let go from the band in May 2021.[6][7]

In early September 2021, The Lucid released their first single "Maggot Wind" along with a release date of October 15 for their debut album.[8][9] In late September 2021, the band released their second single "Damned", followed by their third single "Hair" in October.[10][11][12]

The official music video for "Deaths of Despair" was released in January 2022; directed by Drew Fortier.[13]

The band released their official music video for "Hair" in March 2022; it was directed by and stars Hannah Fierman (V/H/S, Siren).[14]

A tour was announced for May 2022 consisting of 7 dates; they were later canceled due to guitarist Drew Fortier's cancer diagnosis.[15]

The official music video for Maskronaut was released in June 2022 to help raise cancer awareness due to Fortier's diagnosis. The video was directed by Michael Sarna.[16]

In December 2022, the "Saddle Up and Ride" single was released featuring guest vocals from Insane Clown Posse rapper Violent J.[17] The band announced a 5 track E.P. titled Saddle Up and Ride with a release date of January 27, 2023.[18]

In June 2023 The Lucid was listed as apart of Metal Hammer's "4 Brilliant New Metal Bands You Need To Hear" column.[19]

Band members[edit]

Discography[edit]

Singles:

Albums:

EPs:

References[edit]

  1. ^ Childers, Chad (2021-09-08). "David Ellefson Launches New Band The Lucid, Reveal First Song + Album Details". Loudwire. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  2. ^ Olivier (2021-09-09). "Ex-Megadeth bassist David Ellefson resurfaces with new band The Lucid". Sleaze Roxx. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  3. ^ Blabbermouth (2021-09-01). "DAVID ELLEFSON Teases His First Post-MEGADETH Project THE LUCID". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  4. ^ "Former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson breaks his silence on social media | Metal Insider". 2021-09-01. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  5. ^ September 2021, Metal Hammer03 (2021-09-03). "Former Megadeth bassist Dave Ellefson unveils his new musical project The Lucid". loudersound. Retrieved 2021-09-16.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  6. ^ "Hear David Ellefson's first post-Megadeth music from new band The Lucid". Guitar.com | All Things Guitar. 2021-09-09. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  7. ^ Blabbermouth (2021-09-30). "DAVID ELLEFSON's Post-MEGADETH Project THE LUCID Unveils Cover Artwork For Debut Album". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  8. ^ "Ex-Megadeth bassist David Ellefson launches new band The Lucid". NME. 2021-09-09. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  9. ^ "Ousted Megadeth bassist David Ellefson announces debut album from new band The Lucid, shares "Maggot Wind": Stream". Consequence. 2021-09-08. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  10. ^ Blabbermouth (2021-10-06). "DAVID ELLEFSON's Post-MEGADETH Project THE LUCID Releases Third Single, 'Hair'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 2021-10-06.
  11. ^ Kennelty, Greg (2021-10-06). "David Ellefson's THE LUCID Streams New Song "Hair"". Metal Injection. Retrieved 2021-10-08.
  12. ^ Blabbermouth (2021-09-22). "DAVID ELLEFSON's Post-MEGADETH Project THE LUCID Releases Second Single, 'Damned'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 2021-09-23.
  13. ^ Blabbermouth (2022-01-12). "Ex-MEGADETH Bassist DAVID ELLEFSON Announces First Live Shows With THE LUCID, Drops Music Video For 'Deaths Of Despair'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 2022-09-27.
  14. ^ Blabbermouth (2022-04-19). "DAVID ELLEFSON's Post-MEGADETH Project THE LUCID Releases Music Video For 'Hair'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 2022-09-27.
  15. ^ Blabbermouth (2022-05-27). "DAVID ELLEFSON's THE LUCID Bandmate DREW FORTIER Diagnosed With Testicular Cancer: 'Check Your Balls', He Says". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 2022-09-27.
  16. ^ Magazine, Bass (8 June 2022). "David Ellefson and The Lucid Release New "Maskronaut" Video". Bass Magazine - The Future of Bass. Retrieved 2022-09-27.
  17. ^ "WTF?! Hear David Ellefson Team With ICP's Violent J on New Lucid Song". Revolver. 2022-12-23. Retrieved 2022-12-28.
  18. ^ Kennelty, Greg (2022-12-23). "DAVID ELLEFSON & INSANE CLOWN POSSE's VIOLENT J Just Dropped A New Song Together". Metal Injection. Retrieved 2022-12-28.
  19. ^ Scarlett, Matt MillsContributions from Liz; published, Ims Taylor (2023-06-01). "4 brilliant new metal bands you need to hear this month". louder. Retrieved 2023-12-07.
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  21. ^ "Megadeth's David Ellefson Returning With The Lucid". antimusic.com. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  22. ^ "David Ellefson Unveils New Band The Lucid". Bass Magazine - The Future of Bass. 8 September 2021. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  23. ^ "Dave Ellefson Teases New Post-Megadeth Project 'The Lucid'". American Songwriter. 2021-09-03. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  24. ^ Kennelty, Greg (2021-09-08). "David Ellefson Launches New Band THE LUCID, Streams Debut Single 'Maggot Wind'". Metal Injection. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  25. ^ Reeder (2021-09-08). "DAVID ELLEFSON Releases First Song From New Project THE LUCID". Metal Addicts. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  26. ^ DiVita, Joe (2021-09-22). "David Ellefson's New Band The Lucid Drops Second Single 'Damned'". Loudwire. Retrieved 2021-09-23.
  27. ^ "David Ellefson's The Lucid Release New Song 'Hair'". MetalSucks. 2021-10-06. Retrieved 2021-10-06.
  28. ^ Kennelty, Greg (2022-12-23). "DAVID ELLEFSON & INSANE CLOWN POSSE's VIOLENT J Just Dropped A New Song Together". Metal Injection. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
  29. ^ Kennelty, Greg (2022-12-30). "THE LUCID (Ex-MEGADETH) Streams New Single "Mumps"". Metal Injection. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
  30. ^ Blabbermouth (2023-01-10). "DAVID ELLEFSON's THE LUCID Drops Another New Song, 'Risk Machine'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
  31. ^ Metal Hammer (2023-01-20). "Ex-Megadeth man David Ellefson has hooked up with Insane Clown Posse's Violent J to cover Faith No More and... wait, it's not April 1 already, is it?". loudersound. Retrieved 2023-01-20.
  32. ^ "Former Megadeth Bassist David Ellefson Officially Launches New Band the Lucid". MetalSucks. 2021-09-08. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
  33. ^ "Ex-MEGADETH Bassist David Ellefson Launches New Band with Members of Fear Factory, Sponge". lambgoat.com. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
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