Megadeth Announces Farewell Tour and Final Album
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Legendary band Megadeth have announced the end of their career with the release of a new album and a massive farewell tour scheduled for 2026. This news became known on August 14, 2025 thanks to the video in which the farewell alter ego of frontman Dave Mustaine – Vic Rattlehead – presented the future record.
Mustaine, confessing on social networks, is experiencing a difficult moment – the end of his musical career, despite the huge popularity and worldwide fame earned by the group. He thanks the millions of fans and acknowledges that releasing a new album and touring farewell is the perfect time to do so.
Megadeth, founded in 1983 after leaving Metallica, has a rich discography, including 16 studio albums, among which Peace Sells... but Who's Buying? (1986), was their first major success. The band currently consists of Dave Mustaine, James Lomenzo, Teemu Mänthusaari and Dirk Verbeuren. The band encourages fans to celebrate with them in the coming years.