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DAVE MUSTAINE: Why MEGADETH Has Canceled Its Fan Meet-And-Greets

MEGADETH has canceled all of its previously scheduled meet-and-greets on the European leg of the "Dystopia" tour, effective June 29. In a video message posted on Periscope earlier today (Saturday, July 2),MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine explained why the band decided to scrap the special fan package...

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MEGADETH's KIKO LOUREIRO Talks IBANEZ Guitars And Pre-Show Warmups (Video)

Kiko Loureiro is no newcomer to the metal scene. Although he's MEGADETH's newest guitarist, he's had deep roots in the metal scene with his band ANGRA since the late '80s. But, surprisingly, Loureiro wasn’t immediately interested in shredding — he actually got his start on a nylon-stringed acoustic...

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MEGADETH Guitarist KIKO LOUREIRO: 'I Was Never A Sideman'

In a brand new interview with HardrockHaven.net, MEGADETH guitarist Kiko Loureiro spoke about his contributions to the songwriting process during the tail end of the sessions for the band's latest album, "Dystopia". He said: "That's something that you … you build trust. It's all about building trust...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: 'Metal People Are Really Loving And Considerate'

Blando of the 99.5 The X radio station conducted an interview with MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine at this year's edition of the Carolina Rebellion festival, which was held May 6-8 at Rock City Campgrounds at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina. You can now watch the chat below. Speak...

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Video: MEGADETH Plays First Show With SOILWORK Drummer DIRK VERBEUREN

MEGADETH played its first show with drummer Dirk Verbeuren (SOILWORK) on Friday, May 20 at the Rock On The Range festival in Columbus, Ohio. Fan-filmed video footage of the concert can be seen below. MEGADETH recruited Verbeuren to play drums for the band while Chris Adler is busy touring with LAMB...

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MEGADETH Recruits SOILWORK Drummer DIRK VERBEUREN For Upcoming Shows

MEGADETH has recruited Dirk Verbeuren (pictured; SOILWORK) to play drums for the band while Chris Adler is busy touring with LAMB OF GOD. Verbeuren will make his live debut with MEGADETH later today (Friday, May 20) at the Rock On The Range festival in Columbus, Ohio. Adler played drums on MEGADETH'...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: The World Is A Beautiful Place'

MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine was recently interviewed on the KBAD 94.5 radio station in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. You can now listen to the chat in the YouTube clip below. A couple of excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On covering political topics in his lyrics: Mustaine: "Part of...

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DAVID ELLEFSON: 'The Piano Has Been A Friend To MEGADETH'

Author Marisa Williams conducted an interview with MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson at this year's edition of the Fort Rock festival, which was held on Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1 at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, Florida. You can now watch the chat below. Asked about the different instrumentat...

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Video: MEGADETH Performs In Silver Spring, Maryland

Fan-filmed video footage of MEGADETH's May 5 performance at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, Maryland can be seen below. Drummer Chris Adler was unable to join MEGADETH at the concert due to his commitments with LAMB OF GOD and was temporarily replaced by Tony Laureano (ex-DIMMU BORGIR, NILE, ANGELCOR...

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MEGADETH Plays Special USO Show In Norfolk, Visits George Washington Aircraft Carrier

MEGADETH played a special USO (United Service Organizations) show earlier tonight (Wednesday, May 4) at Slade Cutter Athletic Park in Norfolk, Virginia. The band also made its first USO visit aboard the carrier George Washington. Check out video footage and photos below. Drummer Chris Adler was unab...

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DAVE MUSTAINE: Why MEGADETH Has Had So Many Lineup Changes

Jennifer Kessinger of CBS47 FOX30 Action News Jax conducted an interview with MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine at the Welcome To Rockville festival, which was held Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1 at Jacksonville, Florida's Metropolitan Park. You can now watch the chat below. A couple of excerpts...

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Video: MEGADETH Performs At Florida's FORT ROCK Festival

Fan-filmed video footage of MEGADETH's April 30 performance at the Fort Rock festival, which was held at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, Florida, can be seen below. The band's setlist was as follows: 01. The Threat Is Real 02. Hangar 18 03. Sweating Bullets 04. Trust 05. Fatal Illusion 06. Symphony Of D...

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DAVID ELLEFSON: 'MEGADETH Has Been Reborn'

David Ellefson spoke to Greensboro.com about the attempted reunion of MEGADETH's classic "Rust In Peace" lineup prior to he making of the band's latest album, "Dystopia". Ellefson and MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine tried to re-team with drummer Nick Menza and guitarist Marty Friedman for a new album...

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MEGADETH Feat. Drummer TONY LAUREANO: Video Footage Of Puerto Rico Concert

Fan-filmed video footage of MEGADETH's April 28 headlining performance at the "Thrash The Island Festival" at Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan, Puerto Rico can be seen below. Drummer Chris Adler was unable to join MEGADETH at the event due to his commitments with LAMB OF GOD and was temporarily re...

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MEGADETH: Video Recap Of New York City Concerts

A video recap of MEGADETH's March 16 and March 17 performances at Terminal 5 in New York City can be seen below. MEGADETH filmed a video for the song "Post American World" earlier this week. The track is taken from the band's latest album, "Dystopia", which came out in January. MEGADETH mainman Dave...