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Gar Samuelson, original Megadeth drummer, died at his home in Orange City, FL on Wed, July 14, 1999. Cause of death was undiagnosed complications to the liver.
  Samuelson was a member of Megadeth during their beginning days and went on to record the gold LP, "Killing is My Business, and Business is Good," for Relativity Records and the multi-platinum, "Peace Sells, But Who's Buying" for Capitol Records. He performed with the band on tours in the US, Asia & Europe.
  Samuelson was born in Dunkirk, NY in 1958. He played in various bands in the upper New York State area prior to moving to CA in the late 70's where along with friend Chris Poland, formed and performed with The New Yorkers, a jazz band that had great success in those live music circles. He was a member of Megadeth from 1983 through 1987. For the past several years, Samuelson resided in Orange City, FL where he built, owned & operated a custom recording studio.
  Guitarist Chris Poland was both a lifelong friend as well as a bandmate of Samuelson during the New Yorker and Megadeth years. "He was a true friend. Everything I know about time, rhythm and feel I learned from Gar, so I'll always hear his voice in my music."