Nicholas Menza (July 23, 1964 – May 21, 2016) was an American musician who was the drummer of the thrash metal band Megadeth from 1989 to 1998. He recorded drums on four of Megadeth's albums: Rust in Peace (1990), Countdown to Extinction (1992), Youthanasia (1994), and Cryptic Writings (1997).

2016年5月22日 · Drummer Nick Menza, who played on many of Megadeth’s most successful albums, died after he collapsed on stage during a show. He was 51. Menza was into the third song with his new band Ohm when he...

2016年5月22日 · Nick Menza, former Megadeth drummer who performed with the thrash metal band's "classic" lineup for almost a decade, died Saturday at the age of 51.

2016年5月23日 · LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nick Menza, former drummer for the influential metal band Megadeth, died after collapsing on stage during a performance of his progressive jazz trio in Southern California, a family spokesman said Sunday.

2016年5月25日 · Former MEGADETH drummer Nick Menza's death was caused by cardiovascular disease, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner said. Nick collapsed after suffering a heart...

2016年5月22日 · Nick Menza, former drummer for the influential metal band Megadeth, died after collapsing on stage during a performance of his progressive jazz trio in Los Angeles, a family spokesman...

2024年11月17日 · “This Was My Life: Nick Menza’s Metal Memories with Megadeth and Beyond” is a feature length documentary film that explores the life, music, and enduring legacy of Nick Menza, the legendary drummer best known for his work with the thrash metal band Megadeth.

2022年9月20日 · Former Megadeth drummer Nick Menza has died aged 51. The sticksman reportedly died from a heart failure while performing onstage with his band Ohm at The Baked Potato in Los Angeles. His death was confirmed in a post written by his friend Allen Hall, which was shared on Menza’s official Facebook page.

2016年5月23日 · Nick Menza, drummer with thrash titans Megadeth during their most commercially successful period, has passed away at the age of 51. The legendary musician collapsed on stage during a show with his band OHM at …

2016年5月21日 · Menza was the longest-serving Megadeth drummer, having played on four of their albums. After his departure from the band, he started playing with jazz bands, and also became a woodworker. Passed away after succumbing to heart failure while performing with OHM, at Baked Potato Club, Studio City, CA.