Megadeth
Founded: 6 / 1983
Location: United States
Megadeth is an American thrash metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1983 by vocalist/guitarist Dave Mustaine. Known for their technically complex guitar work and musicianship, Megadeth is one of the "big four" of American thrash metal along with Metallica, Anthrax, and Slayer, responsible for the genre's development and popularization. Their music features complex arrangements and fast rhythm sections, dual lead guitars, and lyrical themes of war, politics, religion, death, and personal relationships.
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Dave Mustaine Kicks Out Alleged 'Bullying' Security Guards At Megadeth Gig
"What’s on the back of your shirt? ‘Safety?’ It should say, ‘No F*ckin Safety,’ because you guys are punks, and you shouldn’t have f*ckin’ hit that guy."
Dave Mustaine: 'If People Don't Like You, They're Gonna Throw Sh*t'
"Don't get up there acting like a spoiled f*cking brat and telling them not to throw stuff."
Live Review: Megadeth Bring The ‘Symphony Of Destruction’ @ Margaret Court Arena
Megadeth's show is as stunning as you’d expect, with the riffs and guitar solos pounding in my head hours later.
Dave Mustaine Opens Up About Struggling To Hit The Higher Notes In Megadeth Songs
How can his vocals NOT change at 61 years old after beating throat cancer and having neck surgery?
Megadeth & Marty Friedman Perform Together For The First Time In Over 20 Years
The Budokan concert, which was live-streamed yesterday and will remain on-demand for viewing for a few days, will surely please fans who have been waiting a long time for this reunion.
Megadeth Sued For Alleged Copyright Infringement Over Cover Art
Illustrator Brent Elliott White seeks damages and payment from the album's profits.
Megadeth, Spiritbox Lead Knotfest Australia Sideshows
If you want to watch a full-length set from half the bands on the Knotfest Australia line-up, this is your chance.
Dave Mustaine Shares Hopes For A 'Big 4' Concert Reunion
"I really think it's time for the guys in Metallica to step up."
Megadeth's Dave Mustaine Diagnosed With Throat Cancer
"It’s clearly something to be respected and faced head on."
Former Megadeth Drummer Dies After Collapsing On Stage
"A heart attack is his suspected, though not confirmed, cause of death."
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