Glen Drover

Canadian guitarist and songwriter

Glen Drover - Canadian guitarist and songwriter
Born

May 25th, 1969
55 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

Links & References

Guitarist and songwriter contributed to multiple heavy metal bands. Member of the band Megadeth from 2004 to 2008, participating in the album "United Abominations". Played with the band Eidolon, which he co-founded in 1996, releasing several albums. Drover is recognized for his technical skills and contributions to the heavy metal genre.

Played with Megadeth on 'United Abominations'

Co-founded and released albums with Eidolon

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