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CHRIS BRODERICK CHECKS IN FROM THE CANADIAN CARNAGE TOUR

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:05:06 GMT

Chris Broderick has issued the following tour update: "We have played three of the four shows up here in Canada (Vancouver, Edmonton, and Calgary) and so far and the fans have been awesome. Some have been following us from show to show some even flew out from Italy to see us!!! The roster of bands has actually fit very well, I was worried that the diversity would segment the fan base to much but it seems (to me anyway) that there is something that each band brings to the table for everyone to appreciate." MORE

"ENDGAME" LYRICS CONTEST - WIN A DAVE MUSTAINE DEAN GUITAR!

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 08:04:45 GMT

Enter the "ENDGAME" Lyrics Contest posted HERE at the Megadeth Forums and you could win a Dave Mustaine Signature VMNT Dean Guitar! Object of the contest is to fill in all the blanks in the structure provided with the words from the word list to make up all the lyrics for the new Megadeth song "ENDGAME". The one who guesses all the lyrics to the song in the correct order first, wins the grand prize. Words are guessed and given out daily, and a bag of Net Worth Coffee Brokers Dave Mustaine Blend coffee is awarded every day! Join in on all the action at the Megadeth Forums HERE

MEGADETH TO PERFORM "HEADCRUSHER" ON CANADIAN CARNAGE TOUR

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 08:03:35 GMT

Dave Mustaine has recorded a new audio message for TheLiveLine. DM: "I'm on my way home from rehearsal right now. It's going pretty good. We've got our dozen songs that we're gonna be playing for the Canadian Carnage dates. Those dates are supposed to be 60 minutes long for both us and Slayer, so we're gonna have about 12 songs we're gonna be playing. We've cut back a lot of the songs that we've been playing over the years down to just the ones that are probably a little bit more of the fan favorites and not the stuff that's been on the radio. And we've actually been trying to playing "Rattlehead" too, which has been fun. And we have been playing "Headcrusher", so we intend on playing that live for everybody up there in Canada." Listen to Dave's message at 866-597-6342. MORE

"ENDGAME" TO BE TITLE OF MEGADETH'S TWELFTH STUDIO ALBUM

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 07:35:47 GMT

New York, NY: Heavy metal institution Megadeth have announced ENDGAMEas the title of their twelfth studio album. The album is expected to be released in September through Roadrunner Records. It was recorded at the band’s self-built brand new studio, Vic’s Garage, located near San Diego and named after the legendary and iconic Vic Rattlehead character.

ENDGAME is being produced by Andy Sneap and Dave Mustaine, who also manned the boards for 2007’s United Abominations. Some track titles include “Headcrusher,” “1,320’,” “How the Story Ends” and “This Day We Fight!”

ENDGAME boasts the technicality, ferocity and snarl that’s synonymous with Megadeth and their leader, Dave Mustaine. It’s a violent masterwork that represents Mustaine’s best work in nearly two decades. In a musical world dominated by bands that make generic blanket statements, ENDGAME finds Mustaine, once again, making informed and substantial lyrical declarations about the state of the world we live in.

Mustaine himself commented on ENDGAME, saying, “Thematically, I’ve never been known to be a silent bystander in a world that needs our participation. As more is revealed about our former President’s legacy, a little-known yet staggeringly frightening document, which was signed into law, named ‘ENDGAME,’ has been uncovered. The album ‘ENDGAME’ is the most energetic music offering I have penned in over a decade and is far more believable than knowing someone signed ‘ENDGAME’ -the document- into law. The album is also the perfect ‘ass- kicking’ music to listen to once you are done reading the aforementioned document!”

In short, it’s the Megadeth record fans of classics like So Far…So Good…So What? and Rust in Peace have been chomping at the bit for.

“This new album is my proudest moment since the famous (or infamous) Rust in Peace album,” Mustaine also said. “With this album I am also very excited to be introducing my new lead guitarist Chris Broderick to the world. I have always felt lucky to have had top shredders in that position but after touring with Chris in support of my last album, I couldn’t wait to get into the studio and see what he could do.”

Megadeth’s current lineup consists of Mustaine, Broderick, bassist James LoMenzo and drummer Shawn Drover.

Earlier this year, Mustaine was the recipient of the “Golden God Award” at the first ever Golden Gods Awards, presented by Revolver.

NEW MEGADETH! CHECK OUT "HEADCRUSHER" AT THE MEGAFANCLUB!

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:06:30 GMT

Listen to brand new Megadeth at the MegaFanClub! Record producer, Andy Sneap describes some of the process of mixing the new Megadeth track "Headcrusher" in a 6-minute video from his studio in Derbyshire, UK. Watch Andy work at the mixing console and listen to "Headcrusher" from Megadeth's forthcoming album set to be released in September. Andy: "It's certainly old school Megadeth - that's what I like". Check out the new song exclusively at the MegaFanClub!

MEGADETH CONFIRMED TO PLAY JAPAN'S LOUD PARK FESTIVAL

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:48:40 GMT

Megadeth is confirmed to headline the Big Rock Stage at this year's Loud Park festival, set to take place October 17-18 at Makuhari Messe, a convention center in Japan located in the western region of Chiba Prefecture, close to Tokyo. Other bands performing at the two-day festival include Slayer, Rob Zombie, and Arch Enemy, with Judas Priest closing the festival on the Ultimate Stage. For more info, visit www.loudpark.com.

REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS JULY ISSUE AND BEHIND-THE-SCENES VIDEO

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:02:54 GMT

The July 2009 issue of Revolver with full coverage of America?s first heavy-metal Golden Gods awards show, held on April 7 at Club Nokia in downtown Los Angeles, is now on stands and available for purchase. "Just about anyone who is anyone in the metal world is on the cover. Ozzy, Lemmy, Dave Mustaine, Scott Ian, Vinnie Paul, Jonathan Davis, Jamey Jasta...the list goes on and on." See the cover and a behind-the-scenes video of Revolver's Golden Gods cover shoot HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE VMNT "RUST IN PEACE" GUITAR NOW IN STOCK

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 02:38:44 GMT

The Dave Mustaine VMNT "Rust in Peace" guitar is now in-stock at music stores and online guitar retailers. See dealers HERE. Dave's latest signature Dean model is made of mahogany with an ebony fretboard, Dave's custom inlays, Grover tuners, Dave Mustaine Duncan pickups, with a "Rust In Peace" custom graphic finish. MORE

MEGADETH FEATURED ON "METALMANIA 2008" DVD

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 02:26:28 GMT

Available for order, the "Metalmania 2008" DVD documentary captures a number of performances from the March of 2008 Metalmania festival, an annual European event that brings together some of the hottest metal bands in the world. Among the bands who appear on this release are Megadeth, Dillinger Escape Plan, Overkill, and Marduk. See the tracklist HERE. The DVD also includes interviews with the bands, photo gallery, desktop images, Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound and more. Order from Amazon.com HERE

VOTE FOR MEGADETH ON METAL HAMMER WEBSITE

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 02:25:08 GMT

MetalHammer.co.uk is currently running a poll "Which album are you looking forward to the most in 2009". Megadeth fans, show your support, vote HERE and keep Megadeth at #1! On January 7, Megadeth commenced the recording process for its twelfth studio album at the band's own Vic's Garage studio in San Marcos, California. The CD is once again being helmed by acclaimed British producer Andy "Undie" Sneap, who produced Megadeth's last album, "United Abominations" (May 2007, Roadrunner Records).

MEET MEGADETH ON THE CANADIAN CARNAGE TOUR!

Mon, 25 May 2009 04:24:42 GMT

Meet 'N Greet passes to meet Megadeth on the Canadian Carnage tour this June are now available through the MegaFanClub! Club members, check the "Meet The Band" page at the fan club for details. Not a member? Join HERE! The MegaFanClub gives you the opportunity as fans to gain even more access! A premium membership provides a fan package including an exclusive fan club shirt, autographed 8X10 photo, and much more, including your chance to meet Megadeth on tour! MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE CHECKS IN FROM THE STUDIO: "WE ARE DONE!"

Wed, 20 May 2009 06:34:55 GMT

Dave Mustaine has issued the following studio update at TheLIVELine.com: "I'm at the studio right now, Vic's Garage, and we are done! We're just right now finishing the last couple of notes on the new record, and Andy's getting ready to pack his bags and head up to Los Angeles tomorrow to get ready to fly back home on Thursday. Man, this has been a long, grueling, enduring process but it's been so worth it, and I'm so excited. I'm more excited about this record then I've been in any record since back in the 1980's. I would say, probably since, well definitely since "Rust In Peace" there's nothing that's excited me this much - maybe "Countdown", but this is just absolutely insane." Listen to Dave's entire audio message at TheLIVELine.com or call Dave at (866) 597-6342. MORE

MEGADETH MUSIC TO BE FEATURED IN NEW 'LAND OF THE LOST' MOVIE

Mon, 11 May 2009 10:45:02 GMT

Dave Mustaine has issued the following audio update at TheLIVELine.com. "I'm going to be working on the new Will Ferrell movie 'Land of the Lost' ..and going to be putting some music on that. I went and saw the movie last week and it was hilarious. I loved it. I love Will Ferrell; think he's hilarious anyways. But, ya, we're getting ready to send some music up to these guys right now and you're listening to some in the background, and then I'll be heading up there this week to hopefully finish all this off with their guys. And man, how exciting for me." 'Land of the Lost' is set to hit theaters on June 5 2009. Listen to Dave's entire message at TheLIVELine.com or call Dave on his Live Line number at (866) 597-6342. MORE

REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS: FULL SHOW ON DEMAND

Sat, 09 May 2009 23:01:09 GMT

Walk the black carpet of metal's first-ever awards show, with heavyweights Dave Mustaine, Ozzy and Anthrax. Stick around for an orgy of blistering live metal from Killswitch Engage, Hatebreed, All That Remains, Suicide Silence and Megadeth. Watch the full show (23 video clips) at MTV.com. HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE CHECKS IN AT 'THE LIVE LINE' WITH NEW MESSAGE

Sat, 09 May 2009 07:20:50 GMT

Dave Mustaine has left the following audio update at TheLIVELine.com : "I went up to L.A. today to go look at a movie that we have an opportunity to getting some of our new music in... soon as I can confirm that or if I can give the word, it's going to be announced here at The Live Line and over at our official website". Listen to Dave's entire message at TheLIVELine.com or call Dave on his Live Line number at (866) 597-6342. MORE

LEAVE MESSAGES FOR MEGADETH AND GET UPDATES AT 'THE LIVE LINE'

Sat, 09 May 2009 07:20:26 GMT

About The Live Line: In the spring of 2008 Dave Mustaine and friend Scott Holmen approached the Founders and President of SmartReply, Inc. with Dave’s concept of using their technology to engage fans and Artists.This innovative platform would serve as a way for fans to let the Artists know what they are up to and for Artists to keep fans informed of what is going on in their world. Leave messages for Megadeth and get updates from the band at TheLIVELine.com!

DAVE MUSTAINE: "NEARING THE COMPLETION OF THE NEW RECORD"

Tue, 05 May 2009 13:52:43 GMT

Dave Mustaine has issued the following album update: "And now as we are nearing the completion of the new record, I will tell you, it is fast, it is heavy, there is singing, yelling, speaking, and guest voices (maybe not singing - more like in Captive Honor), the soloing is insane, and I am just starting my parts and so far I have been playing like mad! Both of the two solos I have gotten down are as fast as anything I have played on." MORE

MEGADETH'S OFFICIAL MYSPACE PAGE GETS A NEW LOOK

Tue, 05 May 2009 05:40:30 GMT

Megadeth's official Myspace page has a brand new look. Check it out and see all that it has to offer, listen to some kick ass Megadeth tunes, leave comments and get your regular updates. If you're not a member or friend of Megadeth on Myspace yet, then you are missing out! Myspace is still one of the most popular social networks on the net and is THE best place to be for musicians and fans who love music, and their Megadeth! Check it all out at www.myspace.com/megadeth.

TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR MEGADETH AND SLAYER TOUR

Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:52 GMT

Megadeth and Slayer - two of the bands that defined the thrash/metal genre - will perform together for the first time in more than 15 years when they co-headline four shows in Canada in late June. The tour, dubbed "Canadian Carnage," will also feature Machine Head and Suicide Silence, and will see Megadeth and Slayer each closing two of the four shows. Get your tickets HERE

HEADBANGERS BALL - REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AIRS ON MTV2

Sun, 03 May 2009 06:23:16 GMT

The telecast of the Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards airs tonight at 11PM and 12AM ET/PT Saturday May 2, and at 11PM ET Sunday May 3 on MTV2. Walk the black carpet of metal's first-ever awards show, with heavyweights Dave Mustaine, Ozzy and Anthrax. Stick around for an orgy of blistering live metal from Killswitch Engage, Hatebreed, All That Remains, Suicide Silence and Megadeth. MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE REVEALS HIS FAVORITE ALBUM OF ALL TIME

Sun, 03 May 2009 06:22:22 GMT

Rhapsody Blog has uploaded a short interview with Dave Mustaine conducted at the first annual Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards, which was held on April 7 at Club Nokia in downtown Los Angeles. On the Record features Dave revealing his favorite album of all time -- in exactly 45 seconds. Check out the clip HERE

JAMES LOMENZO INTERVIEWED AT REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS

Fri, 01 May 2009 15:09:08 GMT

Revolver TV has uploaded a short interview with James Lomenzo conducted by Full Metal Jackie at the first annual Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards, which was held on April 7 at Club Nokia in downtown Los Angeles. Watch the one-minute video interview HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE INTERVIEWED AT REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS

Fri, 01 May 2009 15:08:10 GMT

Revolver TV has uploaded a short interview with Dave Mustaine conducted by Full Metal Jackie at the first annual Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards, which was held on April 7 at Club Nokia in downtown Los Angeles. America's first-ever hard rock and heavy metal music award show will be broadcast on MTV2 as a one-hour special debuting Saturday, May 2. Watch the two-minute video interview HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE TALKS ABOUT SIGNATURE MARSHALL CABINET - VIDEO

Fri, 01 May 2009 15:05:50 GMT

Lick Library conducted an interview with Dave Mustaine about Dave's signature Marshall 1960DM cabinet at the Musikmesse Frankfurt 2009 fair, which was held April 1-4 in Frankfurt, Germany. The Dave Mustaine signature range consists of two cabinets, the 1960A-DM, which carries the classic angled look, and the 1960B-DM, the base, straight front cabinet. Watch the nine-minute chat HERE

TRACEY WIEDEMAN: "WHAT A LONG STRANGE TRIP IT'S BEEN"

Fri, 01 May 2009 02:49:01 GMT

Megadeth Tour Manager, Tracey Wiedeman has submitted the following Priest Feast tour journal to the Journal section of the site. TW: "Now that the European Priestfeast tour has come to a close, the launch of the new Dave Mustaine Signature Marshall cabinets took place in Frankfurt at Musikmesse and the Revolver Golden God Awards have come and gone it gives me time to reflect of our time on the road." Read Tracey's entire journal HERE

"CANADIAN CARNAGE" TICKETMASTER TICKETS PRESALE BEGINS TODAY

Fri, 01 May 2009 02:47:27 GMT

"Canadian Carnage" Ticketmaster presale begins today! Megadeth and Slayer - two of the bands that defined the thrash/metal genre - will perform together for the first time in more than 15 years when they co-headline four shows in Canada in late June. The tour, dubbed "Canadian Carnage," will also feature Machine Head and Suicide Silence, and will see Megadeth and Slayer each closing two of the four shows. Get your presale tickets HERE

"CANADIAN CARNAGE" MEGAFANCLUB TICKETS PRESALE TODAY!

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:01:03 GMT

There will be a special MegaFanClub exclusive Megadeth/Slayer "Canadian Carnage" concert tickets PRESALE commencing TODAY, Tuesday, April 28 at 10AM Local Time. Fan club members, log in to the fan club Tuesday morning, click on "Tour" then "Tickets". You will be provided with links and a password to purchase your concert tickets. There is an 8 ticket per order limit. Tickets will go fast! Don't delay! Not a member? Join now and get in on everything the club has to offer along with first dibs at "Canadian Carnage" concert tickets! http://megafanclub.megadeth.com

MEGADETH AND SLAYER TO CO-HEADLINE "CANADIAN CARNAGE" JUNE TREK

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:36:03 GMT

Monday, April 27, 2009 -- Talk about a mind-blowing line-up. Slayer and Megadeth - two of the bands that defined the thrash/metal genre - will perform together for the first time in more than 15 years when they co-headline four shows in Canada in late June. The tour, dubbed "Canadian Carnage," will also feature Machine Head and Suicide Silence, and will see Megadeth and Slayer each closing two of the four shows. Tickets will go on sale Saturday, May 2, and will be available at all Ticketmaster outlets and at Ticketmaster online.

Few bands come close to matching the intensity that Slayer brings to its live shows, having been named "Best Live Band" by numerous media outlets including Revolver, SPIN, and Metal Hammer. Slayer - guitarists Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman, vocalist/bassist Tom Araya and drummer Dave Lombardo - is currently in Los Angeles recording its as yet untitled tenth studio album with Greg Fidelman producing and Rick Rubin executive producing. Fans were given an early taste of the brutal new Slayer material when "Psychopathy Red," a song inspired by the heinous Russian serial killer Andrei Chikatilo, who confessed to savagely murdering 56 children, was recorded last October and then leaked online. Attendees of "Canadian Carnage" will be treated to Slayer performing "Psychopathy Red" live on stage. Plans are to release the new album in July, in tandem with the Mayhem Festival tour Slayer is co-headlining with Marilyn Manson.

With over 20 million albums sold worldwide, the icon that is Megadeth culminated earlier this month, with Dave Mustaine’s acceptance of the highly coveted “Golden God” accolade and the band's headline performance at the inaugural Revolver Golden Gods Awards in Los Angeles. Megadeth – lead guitarist/lead vocalist Dave Mustaine, lead and rhythm guitarist Chris Broderick, bassist James Lomenzo and drummer Shawn Drover – is currently recording their 12th studio album in Los Angeles with Andy Sneap. The disc is scheduled for release later this summer to coincide with a full scale world tour. Known for their ferocious live show, Megadeth will once again bring this intensity to their loyal throng of Canadian followers.

Bay Area titans Machine Head add to the carnage as main support. Machine Head - vocalist/guitarist Robb Flynn, guitarist Phil Demmel, bassist/backing vocalist Adam Duce and drummer Dave McClain - are currently touring in support of their critically-acclaimed and Grammy nominated The Blackening. Since its release, the band has been awarded both Best Album at the Metal Hammer Awards and Album of the Year at Kerrang's annual ceremony that same year. And with a fan base so rabid, they've actually been banned from certain U.S. venues, Machine Head will bring with them the relentless stage show they are renowned for.

There is little doubt in anyone's mind that Suicide Silence is one of the frontrunners of the new wave of American metal, a statement further validated as the group won the "Best New Talent" award at the inaugural Revolver Golden Gods Awards, held at Club Nokia in Los Angeles on April 7. The group was also hailed as the event's breakthrough artist by the L.A. Times, but make no mistake that this extreme juggernaut is not resting on its laurels and is about to take things up a notch with their highly-anticipated sophomore release, No Time to Bleed, which was produced by acclaimed producer Machine (Lamb of God) and set for a June 30 release.

Dates for the Megadeth/Slayer co-bill are:

June
24        GM Place, Vancouver, BC
26        Rexall, Edmonton, AB
27        Saddledome, Calgary, AB
29        MTS Centre, Winnipeg, MB

For more information, visit:
Slayer:  www.slayer.net
Megadeth:  www.megadeth.com
Machine Head:  www.machinehead.com
Suicide Silence:  www.suicidesilence.net

CHAT LIVE WITH SHAWN DROVER TODAY AT THE MEGAFANCLUB!

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:04:22 GMT

MegaFanClub members, chat live with Shawn Drover TODAY Sunday, April 26 at 3PM PT/6PM ET (22:00 GMT) at the MegaFanClub chat room! A Megadeth CD will be given out as a door prize along with more giveaways following the chat! Chat is exclusive to MFC members. Not a member? Join today! HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE CHECKS IN AT 'THE LIVE LINE' WITH AUDIO MESSAGE

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:40:43 GMT

Check for regular updates from Dave Mustaine at TheLIVELine.com! Dave has been checking in daily on his Live Live number from Vic's Garage in San Diego where the band is in the process of recording the next Megadeth record with Producer, Andy Sneap. Listen closely to Dave's messages and you can hear a taste of some of the new songs playing in the background! You can listen to Dave's audio messages at TheLIVELine.com or call Dave on his Live Line number at (866) 597-6342 and get regular updates! MORE

HEADBANGERS BALL 4.25.09 - REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS PREVIEW SPECIAL

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 01:34:11 GMT

Tonight, Saturday April 25, Headbangers Ball will launch their Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Award programming with a preview special at 2AM ET/PT on MTV2. Jose Mangin from Sirius XM Liquid Metal will be hosting HBB at 11PM nightly next week Monday - Friday with a line up of bands that appeared at the awards show, held April 7 at Club Nokia in Los Angeles, all gearing up for the telecast of the Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards at 11PM and 12AM ET/PT on Saturday May 2! Megadeth will host the HBB show together with Jose this Monday at 11PM ET/PT! For more exclusive clips go to headbangersblog.com and mtv2.com.

DAVE MUSTAINE CHECKS IN AT 'THE LIVE LINE' WITH NEW MUSIC!

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 01:39:03 GMT

Dave Mustaine has left the following update at TheLIVELine.com along with a taste of some new Megadeth to listen to! Exclusively at TheLIVELine! DM: "I'm here at the studio and I'm just going to be quiet so you can hear what's going on in the background 'cause Chris is laying down a little bit of a guitar solo ............... and there ya have it." Listen to Dave's entire message at TheLIVELine.com or call Dave on his Live Line number at (866) 597-6342 and get regular updates! MORE

CHAT LIVE WITH SHAWN DROVER SUNDAY AT THE MEGAFANCLUB!

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:47:00 GMT

MegaFanClub members, chat live with Shawn Drover Sunday, April 26 at 3PM PT/6PM ET (22:00 GMT) at the MegaFanClub chat room! A Megadeth CD will be given out as a door prize along with more giveaways following the chat! Chat is exclusive to MFC members. Not a member? Join today! HERE

EPIPHONE REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS VIDEO CLIP

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:45:46 GMT

Revolver TV has uploaded a short promotional video containing snippets of interviews conducted by Full Metal Jackie on the "black carpet" at the first annual Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards, which was held on April 7 at Club Nokia in downtown Los Angeles. Watch it HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE CHECKS IN AT 'THE LIVE LINE' WITH AUDIO MESSAGE

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:44:51 GMT

Dave Mustaine has left the following audio update at TheLIVELine.com: "Great week, we're getting a lot of stuff done. I was singing on "1320" again today. Did a lot of work on the choruses and Chris has been playing his butt off. There's one particular song that he was doing an acoustic solo on, a flamenco part, and I told him "Dude, you have got to slow down!" [jokingly] he was playing so fast...". Listen to Dave's entire message at TheLIVELine.com or call Dave on his Live Line number at (866) 597-6342. MORE

CHAT LIVE WITH DAVE MUSTAINE TODAY!

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 21:40:12 GMT

MegaFanClub members, chat live with Dave Mustaine today! Sunday, April 19 at 4PM Pacific Time (23:00 GMT) at the MegaFanClub chat room! A "That One Night:Live In Buenos Aires" CD will be given out as a door prize! Chat is exclusive to MFC members.

If you are a fan club member and have not registered to the MFC forums/chat yet, you will need to do so here: http://megafanclubforums.megadeth.com. As well, if you have problems getting into the chat room, you may need to update your java.

The chat today is a moderated event. All chat questions/comments will go into a queue before Dave replies. This is to keep congestion down.
See you at the chat!

...and don't forget to enter April's contest at the club. You could win a Mustaine signed 'Cryptic Writings Chaos Comic Vol 3' & 10 Dave Mustaine 2009 World Tour guitar picks!

Not a member yet or want to renew a past membership? CLICK HERE for details or e-mail megafanclub@megadeth.com with any questions.

http://megafanclub.megadeth.com

CHRIS BRODERICK CHECKS IN AT 'THE LIVE LINE' WITH AUDIO MESSAGE

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:33:02 GMT

Chris Broderick has left the following audio update from Vic's Studio where the band is continuing the recording process for the next Megadeth record. Chris: "Just got done from a long day of recording solos and I think you'll all be happy... also got to hear a track of Dave's vocals which sounded very aggressive." Listen to Chris' entire message at TheLiveLine.com or call Chris on his Live Line number at (888) 507-0456. MORE

CHAT LIVE WITH DAVE MUSTAINE AT THE MEGAFANCLUB!

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 09:53:34 GMT

MegaFanClub members, chat live with Dave Mustaine Sunday, April 19 at 4PM Pacific Time (23:00 GMT) at the MegaFanClub chat room! A "That One Night:Live In Buenos Aires" CD will be given out as a door prize! Chat is exclusive to MFC members. Not a member? Join today! HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE PRESENTED WITH "GOLDEN GOD" AWARD

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:02:26 GMT

America's first-ever hard rock and heavy metal music award show, the Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards, was held last night [April 7] at Club Nokia in Los Angeles, CA. Dave Mustaine was one of the honored guests at the event and presented with the "Golden God" award. Megadeth headlined the show performing three songs; "Peace Sells", "Sweating Bullets", and "Holy Wars". Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards will be broadcast on MTV2 as a one-hour special debuting Saturday, May 2. MORE

MEGADETH TO HEADLINE EPIPHONE REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:22:40 GMT

Megadeth will be headlining the first annual Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards tonight [April 7] at Club Nokia in downtown Los Angeles. The band will be closing the night with 3 songs that fans chose through a voting process at The Live Line. Also sheduled to appear is Killswitch Engage, Hatebreed, All That Remains, Corey Taylor, Ozzy Osbourne and many others. America's first-ever hard rock and heavy metal music award show will be broadcast on MTV2 as a one-hour special debuting Saturday, May 2. MORE

DAVE PLAYS NEW MEGADETH RIFFS AND DEMO'S THE 1960DM CABINET

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:21:25 GMT

New video clips available at the MegaFanClub! Dave Mustaine plays new riffs from the upcoming Megadeth album at Marshall launch soundcheck, and demo's the new Marshall 1960DM Dave Mustaine Signature Cabinets at Musikmesse in Frankfurt, Germany on April 1 2009. Club members, check it out at the MFC! Also watch Youtube footage of Dave demonstrating his new cabinets at Musikmesse Frankfurt 2009 HERE

INTRODUCING THE NEW MARSHALL 1960DM DAVE MUSTAINE SIGNATURE CABS

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:07:38 GMT

Marshall Amplification are pleased to announce the release of the Marshall 1960DM Dave Mustaine Signature Cabinet. "Two Legends, One Voice" The Dave Mustaine signature range consists of two cabinets, the 1960A-DM, which carries the classic angled look, and the 1960B-DM, the base, straight front cabinet. Together they make one hell of a stack! "Over the years we have worked on some fantastic projects, but we have never enjoyed an artists involvement in a project quite so much as when we worked with Dave Mustaine on developing his 1960DM Signature Cabinet" - Jim Marshall. Read the press release HERE

WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO THE GOLDEN GODS AWARDS!

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:49:23 GMT

On Tuesday April 7th Megadeth, Killswitch Engage, Hatebreed, All That Remains, Corey Taylor, Ozzy Osbourne and many others will converge on Club Nokia in Los Angeles, California and Roadrunner Records is giving YOU the chance to go! Roadrunner Records is giving away two pairs of tickets to witness metal history! Comment HERE with why YOU deserve to be a part of this historic moment in time and we might just select you to attend! MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE TO APPEAR AT MUSIKMESSE IN FRANKFURT, GERMANY

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:48:55 GMT

Dave Mustaine is scheduled for a signing session at Marshall Amps' main stand at Musikmesse in Frankfurt, Germany from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Wednesday, April 1. The Musikmesse in Frankfurt am Main is the world's leading trade fair for musical-instruments, music software, computer hardware, sheet music and accessories and has been the most important meeting place for the musical-instrument industry for over 25 years. Musikmesse 2009 will be held in Frankfurt am Main from 1 to 4 April 2009. MORE

"SCARS TO FREEDOM" EVENT POSTPONED

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:40:38 GMT

The Scars To Freedom event featuring a live performance by Megadeth and others which was to take place this Saturday, March 28 in Palm Springs, CA has been postponed. The following statement has been posted at ScarsToFreedom.com: "Due to production difficulties, the Scars to Freedom event has been postponed. This in NO WAY reflects our mission and goals. Scars to Freedom is and will continue to provide FREE scar revision to any wounded soldier. Detail on the new date will be forthcoming." Megadeth were confirmed to perform and were disappointed to hear of the cancellation, and wanted to say "thanks for considering us to play for these brave men and women."

MEGADETH TO HEADLINE "SCARS TO FREEDOM" CONCERT MARCH 28

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 20:13:56 GMT

Megadeth has been confirmed to headline the star-studded "Scars To Freedom" concert for wounded troops at the Palm Springs Air Museum in Palm Springs, California on Saturday, March 28.

5,000 troops and vets will be in attendance, and the concert will simulcast to 500,000 more troops around the globe. Legendary musician Mick Fleetwood and a list of others including First Lady Michelle Obama will be participating in the event.

"Scars To Freedom is a non-profit organization committed to free scar removal for our nation's veterans wounded in combat. Scars cause emotional and physical pain, force American heroes to re-live their trauma, and contribute to the high suicide rate among our beloved service members. VA hospitals do not currently cover scar revision."

For tickets and more information go to: www.scarstofreedom.com.

MFC MEMBER: "MY MEET 'N GREET EXPERIENCE IN MILAN, ITALY"

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 09:45:41 GMT

It’s very hard to put into words my feelings about M&G with Megadeth but I try it. First of all a little additional info. I was 15 years old when I listened to my very first metal album in my life and it was Countdown to Extinction. I was traveling at a train with friends of mine and one of his walkman I picked up and I started to listen it. Some minutes later I asked my friend. „What’s this music?” And he answered: „It’s Megadeth!” So this is the beginning of my story about Megadeth. The band which has determined my musical culture from my teenager years up to now, I mean Megadeth is the band why I started to listen heavy music.

The main reason why I joined to MegaFanClub in 2005 was the opportunity to meet one day with the band and of course leader of the band Mr. Dave Mustaine whose music and personality always influenced on me. Not speaking about those great things in the fan club packages that I get year by year.

So last week I won a M&G pass to Milan, Italy and I didn’t want to believe to my eyes when I checked my e-mail box and found the letter landed by the subject „ Milan Pass Winner!”

In the morning of 10th of March in 2009. (date of the concert) I sat into my car at 4:30 am and started to go to Milan, Italy from Budapest, Hungary. This is a 1100 km (approx. 687 miles) distance (through Austria in The Alps mountain) that I could do during 10 hours of car driving. I arrived in Milan a bit tired but it didn’t’ care. I collected the envelope with M&G pass and instructions where to meet. The more time of the meeting got closer the better I felt something special is going to happen within minutes. And of course everybody (who has won M&G pass) was anxious. And then Tracey Wiedeman (who is a very kind woman) Megadeth tour manager went out to notify the band that everything is ready to start M&G. A few minutes later members of Megadeth started to walk out from a corridor. Firstly James, Shawn and than Dave, Chris. It was incredible to see them together so close to me! They were friendly and responsive so they started to sign and took common photos. I can’t tell you why but I felt all the time that Dave Mustaine has a 100% rock star aura An awesome man!!!! We talked a short with each other and I gave a little present (T-shirt with ’Budapest’ text on it with a skull) to him that he thanked so much proving in my eyes again that he is not just a great person but a gentleman too.

And also thank you everybody from Mr. McRobb (at MegaFanClub) to the band who helped make this M&G opportunity possible to me. That evening was and will be an unforgettable day in my life forever!!! And of course I encourage everybody who likes music of Megadeth to become member of this fantastic MegaFanClub for the same feelings that I’ve been through with the band that one night! It’s worth!

http://megafanclub.megadeth.com

DAVE MUSTAINE & CHUCK BILLY ON BRUCE DICKINSON'S RADIO SHOW

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 11:17:09 GMT

Dave Mustaine and Testament's Chuck Billy hosted Bruce Dickinson's weekly BBC 6 Music radio program last night (Friday, March 13), dubbed "The Bruce Dickinson Friday Rock Show". The program is now available for streaming at BBC.co.uk.

CHECK FOR MEGADETH UPDATES AT TWITTER.COM/MEGADETH

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 11:16:33 GMT

Megadeth is now on Twitter.com! Twitter is a social messaging utility to communicate and for staying connected in real-time through the exchange of quick, frequent answers to one simple question: What are you doing? A February 2009 Compete.com blog entry ranks Twitter as the third largest social network (behind Facebook and MySpace), and puts the number of users at roughly 6 million and the number of monthly visitors at 55 million. Join the conversation! Get started HERE

MEGADETH TO HEADLINE EPIPHONE REVOLVER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:00:40 GMT

Megadeth has been confirmed as the headliner of the first annual Epiphone Revolver Golden Gods Awards on April 7 at Club Nokia in downtown Los Angeles. America's first-ever hard rock and heavy metal music award show will be broadcast on MTV2 as a one-hour special debuting Saturday, May 2. Dave Mustaine commends Revolver on the awards, noting: "Finally a heavy metal award, of the people, by the people, and for the people! This evening's line-up of talent is a heavy metal fan's wet dream! Only Revolver would have the credibility to make our dreams come true with the first annual Golden Gods Awards. To see Ozzy get a lifetime achievement is long overdue. It is an honor to say, 'YES! Megadeth will headline!' I doubt Jethro Tull will be getting an award." MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE TO GUEST ON BRUCE DICKINSON'S RADIO SHOW

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:00:08 GMT

Dave Mustaine and Testament's Chuck Billy will host Bruce Dickinson's weekly BBC 6 Music radio program on March 13, 2009, dubbed "The Bruce Dickinson Friday Rock Show" while Bruce is on tour with Iron Maiden. Listen to the broadcast live via the Internet between 9:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m. (midnight) U.K. time at BBC.co.uk.

SWITZERLAND VENUE CHANGED FOR MARCH 11 PRIEST FEAST SHOW

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:59:14 GMT

Please note a change of venue and town for the 'Priest Feast' show on Wednesday, March 11. The show has been moved from the city of Wettingen to the Forum Fribourg in Fribourg, Switzerland. As posted at the Judas Priest website: "Unfortunately, as the promoter had booked a venue that stage and technical specs wise was not even big enough for Judas Priest, let alone the package of Judas Priest, Megadeth, and Testament we had to move venues - we hope this hasn't caused any of you any problems!" Check the Killing Road for tour details.

DAVE MUSTAINE: "AN OPEN LETTER"

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 03:43:49 GMT

Dave Mustaine has issued the following open letter: "Metallica as you know has been selected to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. So, it is with much respect that I say "congratulations!". I also had the nice surprise of hearing that they called to invite me to the pre-ceremony party the night before, and then to the actual ceremony." Call Dave's TheLiveLine number @ (866) 597-6342 to listen to his new message or check out Dave's post at the Megadeth Forums for more.

SONG NAME REVEALED: "THE HARDEST PART OF LETTING GO"

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:52:43 GMT

Dave Mustaine checks in from the road in Dortmund, Germany: "We are doing great with the progress of finishing the writing of the new record out here. I have chosen a working title and I think that it is going to stick, and the record starts out with an instrumental that is very much like "Into The Lungs Of Hell," and there are 10 more songs that are really fantastic. The is one song on here that will probably touch a lot of people; "The Hardest Part Of Letting Go."" MORE

82-YEAR-OLD OWEN BROWN 'A HIT' WITH ROCK LEGENDS

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:52:15 GMT

An 82-year-old heavy metal fan from Herefordshire has been inundated with gifts from bands after hearing about his love for rock. Last month, Owen Brown spoke to BBC NEWS about his longstanding love affair with rock music. Now, Owen has become "something of a global superstar" and the BBC report has reached millions Internet wide including some of his favorite bands Megadeth, Iron Maiden, and Def Leppard. Watch a two-and-a-half video update with Owen posted at news.bbc.co.uk.

DAVE MUSTAINE TO HOST ON BRUCE DICKINSON'S RADIO SHOW

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:51:46 GMT

DAVE MUSTAINE INTERVIEWED IN GLASGOW; VIDEO AVAILABLE

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:50:47 GMT

STV's John Kilbride conducted an interview with Dave Mustaine shortly before the band took to the stage at Glasgow's SECC arena on February 16, 2009 as part of the "Priest Feast" tour with Judas Priest and Testament. Watch the 10-minute chat below. Regarding new song "1,320", the first title to be confirmed from Megadeth's forthcoming album, Dave said, "It's a song about drag racing. A quarter-mile track in America is 1,320 feet long. On our web site right now everyone is asking, 'What the hell is 1320?' It's a measure of distance from the start to the finish line." Watch the 10-minute interview HERE

MEGAFANCLUB MEMBER SHARES DUBLIN MEET 'N GREET EXPERIENCE

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:18:52 GMT

MegaFanClub member, Kait Kirwan of Dublin, Ireland was one of the several MFC winners of a meet 'n greet pass to meet Megadeth in Dublin on Tuesday (Feb 10). Kait sent in a review of her experience at the first club meet 'n greet on the tour:

I will admit that I'm rather prone to dramatics, but I outdid myself when the e-mail arrived telling me I'd won Meet and Greet with Megadeth in Dublin. I screamed so loud the neighbours rushed over to see if I was alright! The few days leading up to the show were nerve-wracking; I have a propensity to say stupid things at stupid times, so ended up running through various scenarios in my head "Say this, don't say that," but when the day itself arrived I surprised myself by being calm.

I had my instructions as to where to pick up the pass on the day, and once I had done so the whole process was surprisingly easy. Expecting to be left waiting for hours on end, we were actually brought straight through to a room off the main auditorium and were then told the band would arrive soon. Everyone lined up in a row and chatted nervously, but once the band walked in we were put at our ease. They all arrived together, with Chris walking down the line first, shaking everyone’s hands and saying "Hi, I'm Chris." I barely managed to stop myself saying "I know!" James and Shawn chatted with everyone for a while, and I had them all sign my United Abominations album booklet, but I have to admit I was so afraid of saying something idiotic I barely even made eye contact.

Dave was last to move down the line, and I was pretty surprised by how tall he was in person. He was perfectly willing to talk to each person for however long they had something to say, and so when he got to me I figured that I might as well say something! Last February at a gig in Oslo, Norway, Dave had taken my camera from me mid-show and taken photos of himself and the crowd with it, so I reminded him of that and thanked him, because the crowd had been brutal, and being the only girl anywhere near the front of the stage, I had been pushed around in an effort to rid of me! By Dave taking my camera, I'd got some respect and been left alone afterwards.

I ended up having my photo taken with Dave and Chris, which was pretty cool! While one of the girls who worked at the venue took our photo, Dave said to me out of the corner of his mouth "She looks like she's wearing a tablecloth!" Their uniforms are pretty awful, but at first I thought he was saying something about me – so foot in mouth as usual - I said "uh... thanks." "No I was talking about her not you!" Luckily I semi-rescued myself by telling him I'd realised that as soon as I'd replied. I got a smile from Dave anyway when I thanked him for the photo, so hopefully I redeemed myself somewhat!

As suddenly as the band had arrived, they were gone. Myself and one of the guys there ended up being interviewed for the club, and it was only as I left the meet and greet room that I realised the photo that had been taken with Dave and Chris was unbelievably blurry and out-of-focus. Slightly disappointing, but having said that, I still have a signed album cover and a great memory of the whole experience that I certainly won't forget any time soon!

DAVE MUSTAINE: "WE ARE OFFICIALLY ON TOUR AGAIN"

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:18:02 GMT

Dave Mustaine checked in from Ireland earlier today with this update: "Dublin Rocks! ...We are officially on tour again, and although its just a short 6 week run, we are looking at it as a real early start to supporting our new record. So, last night was awesome to be playing again, and excluding not having full rehearsals at home due to the recording of the new record, and the usual "first day/week of the tour blues," we had a good performance and had a great time!" MORE

'PRIEST FEAST' TOUR KICKS OFF TONIGHT IN DUBLIN, IRELAND

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:29:46 GMT

The "Priest Feast" tour featuring Judas Priest, Megadeth and Testament kicked off earlier tonight (Tues, February 10) in Dublin, Ireland. Dave Mustaine posted an update earlier today to the MegaFanClub members on the MFC Forums. An exceprt from that post is as follows: "We start tonight in Dublin, Ireland, and besides just shaking out the old riffs, we are going to be intently working on our new record in the hotels, dressing rooms, and busses while we complete this tour."

Megadeth's Setlist from Dublin:

01. Sleepwalker
02. Take No Prisoners
03. Wake Up Dead
04. Skin O' My Teeth
05. Washington Is Next
06. In My Darkest Hour
07. Hangar 18
08. Tornado of Souls
09. Symphony of Destruction
10. Peace Sells
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11. Holy Wars

VOTE TO HELP CHOOSE MEGADETH RINGTONES FOR "THE LIVE LINE"

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:01:49 GMT

Vote for your favorite Megadeth ringtones at TheLiveLine.com. Six of nine ringtones will be chosen from the votes you cast and the final six will be available to fans through The Live Line! Call (800) 896-8035 to vote. You can vote once per call and call as many times as you like. The number should work for International callers (outside USA) but will not be toll free. International callers can use their Skype minutes to call. MORE

WIN THE MEGADETH "WARCHEST" AT THE MEGAFANCLUB!

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:24:30 GMT

MegaFanClub members, enter the new contest posted at the club and you could win the Megadeth "Warchest" signed by Dave Mustaine! Contest is on now and ends Feb 13. Don't miss out on this one! The MegaFanClub reopened its doors to new and renewed registrations on Friday, Jan 16. A membership provides a fan package jam packed with Mega swag [VIEW], meet & greet opportunities, live chats with the band, exclusive media such as the latest from the studio, contests, giveaways, and so much more. Check it all out at the MegaFanClub!

AUDIO INTERVIEW WITH DAVE MUSTAINE AT METAL HAMMER!

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:24:02 GMT

An audio interview conducted recently with Dave Mustaine is available for download at the "Metal Hammer Pod F***in' Cast" section at www.metalhammer.co.uk. Dave talks about recording the new album at Megadeth's custom built studio - Vic's Garage, the upcoming Priest Feast tour, and more! Download the entire 45-minute podcast HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE: "3 MORE TO GO!"

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:23:27 GMT

Dave Mustaine has issued the following album update: "Is the race on or what? I think that James and Chris are trying to make me look bad. I mean having to leave the studio over and over to participate in the lives of my wife, kids, and my own insane self is hard enough, let alone having two, nitro fueled, metal madmen, trying to record everything I lay down, as good and as fast as even I can. So much for being an old metal maverick, like myself! Sheeeesh!" MORE

NEW! THE DEAN "DAVE MUSTAINE VMNT RUST IN PEACE" GUITAR

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:23:08 GMT

New this month, and recently revealed at the Dean Guitars booth at this year's NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, held January 15-18 in Anaheim, California, is Dave's latest signature Dean model, the "Dave Mustaine VMNT Rust In Peace" guitar! This guitar is made of mahogany with an ebony fretboard, Dave's custom inlays, Grover tuners, Dave Mustaine Duncan pickups, with a "Rust In Peace" custom graphic finish. See this beauty HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE AT DEAN BOOTH AT NAMM; PHOTOS AVAILABLE

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:22:38 GMT

Photographer Chris Loomis has uploaded more than 200 photos taken at the Dean Guitars photo booth at this year's NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, which was held January 15-18 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. The pictures, which were taken on Friday, January 16 and Saturday, January 17, include such activities as artist signings and interviews broadcast live on the Dean web site. Musicians featured in the gallery include Dave Mustaine. Check out the photos at CLoomisFotos.com.

MEET MEGADETH ON TOUR! DETAILS AT THE MEGAFANCLUB

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 13:11:37 GMT

MegaFanClub members, enter for the Meet 'N Greet pass draws for the show(s) you plan on attending at Priest Feast and meet Megadeth on the tour! At the club, click on "Tour" then "Meet The Band" - and enter! All details are posted at the club. A live chat with Dave Mustaine is currently being planned for club members. Details will be posted and sent out via email this week! Not a member yet or want to renew a past membership? CLICK HERE for details or e-mail megafanclub@megadeth.com with any questions.

MEGADETH "ANTHOLOGY: SET THE WORLD AFIRE" GIVEAWAY

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 13:10:46 GMT

BigMusicGeek.com has launched 'Round II' of their Megadeth 'Set The World Afire' CD giveaway. "Three lucky headbangers (i.e. hopefully you) will win a copy of the stunning "Anthology: Set The World Afire" 'Greatest Hits' collection! Jam-packed with a staggering wealth of thirty five tracks personally remixed, remastered and restored by Dave Mustaine from the group's already much-celebrated Capitol Records catalog, "Anthology: Set The World Afire" is the ideal collection for any true Megadeth aficionado." Enter to win HERE

WIN THE MEGADETH "WARCHEST" AT THE MEGAFANCLUB!

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:30:39 GMT

SHARE MEGADETH MUSIC WITH OTHERS AND MORE ON ILIKE.COM

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:29:53 GMT

Megadeth is on iLike! iLike is a service to help you organize your music, share your music tastes, and discover new music through your friends. iLike provides a buddy-list for your iPod - it helps you discover new artists based on what you're already listening to, and it helps you browse your friends' music libraries and share music suggestions with each other. Check out the Megadeth iLike page for Megadeth news, videos, tour dates, featured songs, wirte on the fan wall, recommend songs, See who's going to the shows, and more! HERE

JAMES LOMENZO CHECKS IN FROM VIC'S GARAGE

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:29:21 GMT

James LoMenzo has issued the following update from the studio: "Yeah, I'm NAMM 'd out too, F**K it... so on to Thursday at old Vic's. Both yesterday and today Dave's been in early, laying down his Rhythms and tightening up arrangements. Yesterday also saw the triumphant return of Chris "No Riff is out of my league" Broderick. Dave and Chris's guitars sound particularly angry together, I'm digging the way this is going down. Last night I was able to track my first bass part and I'm really pleased with the way it's sounding." MORE

MEGADETH FEATURED IN FEBRUARY ISSUE OF REVOLVER MAGAZINE

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:29:01 GMT

"Megadeth - The Thrash Titans Get A Tune-Up In Their New Studio, Vic's Garage" Check out the February 2009 issue of Revolver magazine for a feature on Megadeth including an interview with Dave Mustaine and new pics from the studio! The magazine is on newstands now. View scanned pages HERE

SHAWN DROVER: "DRUMS 100% COMPLETE!!!!"

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:28:24 GMT

Shawn Drover has issued the following album update: "I leave for the airport in a few hours, to which I am happy to have 100% completed these 12 new songs for the next Megadeth record - I am really excited on how they turned out both from a performance and a sonic standpoint, so now I can just spend a few quality weeks at home with my family before we once again head out for the Killing Road." MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE: "ALMOST 25% DONE WITH THE RECORDINGS"

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:27:43 GMT

Dave Mustaine has issued the following album update: "I have just determined whilst listenening down to the songs that I have miscounted and we don't have the 13 that I thought we had, and that we only have 12 songs. I guess we had one song written down under two different names, and what a let-down. Either way, I was thrashing to this new stuff, and except the songs that are intentionally slower in certain parts, this is a rather jaunty little record." MORE

MEGADETH "ANTHOLOGY: SET THE WORLD AFIRE" GIVEAWAY

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:26:09 GMT

WIN THE MEGADETH "WARCHEST" AT THE MEGAFANCLUB!

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:46:07 GMT

MegaFanClub members, enter the new contest posted at the club and you could win the Megadeth "Warchest" signed by Dave Mustaine! Contest begins today [Jan 18] and ends Feb 13. Don't miss out on this one! The MegaFanClub reopened its doors to new and renewed registrations on Friday, Jan 16. A membership provides a fan package jam packed with Mega swag [VIEW], meet & greet opportunities, live chats with the band, exclusive media such as the latest from the studio, contests, giveaways, and so much more. Check it all out at the MegaFanClub!

SHAWN DROVER CHECKS IN FROM NAMM 2009 IN ANAHEIM

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:10:43 GMT

Shawn Drover has issued the following update from the NAMM Convention in Anaheim, California: "Namm thus far has been a fun experience for me, though certainly the toughest thing is trying to hook up with everybody you want to see. For those of you who have not been to Namm, imagine 20 super target stores put together with 4 million musical vendors, and 397 million people inside - Needless to say it is a difficult task trying to find all of your friends (oh ya, and most people's cell phones lose signal at various points - ack!!) with all that said, it is still a fun hang. I have a few signings today and I will try to hook up with those I could not yesterday. Wish me luck on that 1...." MORE

2009 MEGAFANCLUB MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE TODAY!

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:10:10 GMT

We will be opening the MegaFanClub for new registrations and renewals at 12:00 noon Pacific Time, Friday January 16. (20:00 GMT). The first 100 fans to sign up or renew will receive one meet & greet pass to meet Megadeth at the next Megadeth show they plan on attending! There is a limit of 10 passes per city. So it will be first come first serve. Also check out the new deluxe Premium and Standard introductory packages! Details are posted at the MegaFanClub

MEGADETH AT THE NAMM SHOW! UPDATED SCHEDULES POSTED

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 19:54:22 GMT

Check here for updated schedules of autograph signings and appearances for Dave Mustaine, James LoMenzo, Shawn Drover, Chris Broderick at this year's NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, which is being held January 15-18 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. Important: The NAMM show is **NOT** open to the public. The only attendees are NAMM member companies and their invited guests. Schedules are as follows:

Dave Mustaine
Dean booth: Friday, Jan 16th - 1PM to 2PM
Marshall booth: Friday, Jan 16th - 4PM.
Dean booth: Saturday, Jan 17th - 4:30PM to 5:30PM

James LoMenzo
Rotosound booth: Friday, January 16th - 2PM
Yamaha booth: Saturday, Jan 17th - 1PM

Shawn Drover
Ddrum booth: Friday, January 16th - 4PM
Vic Firth booth: Friday, January 16th - 5PM
Sabian booth: Saturday, January 17th - 2PM
Ddrum booth: Saturday, January 17th - 4PM

Chris Broderick
Ibanez booth: Friday, January 16th - 11AM

MEGADETH FEATURED ON 'METALMANIA 2008' DVD

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:09:44 GMT

MVD has set a March 10 U.S. release date (January 26 in Europe via Metal Mind Productions) for a DVD+CD set featuring footage from the 22nd edition of the Metalmania Festival, the biggest and the most prestigious metal festival in Central-Eastern Europe. The 2008 edition of Metalmania Festival featured performances by Megadeth, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Overkill, and more.

"Metalmania 2008" (DVD+CD) track listing:

01. INSIDE YOU - "Roam in Darkness"
02. INSIDE YOU - "Before the Abyss"
03. PRIMORDIAL - "Heathen Tribes"
04. PRIMORDIAL - "God to the Godless"
05. IMMOLATION - "Hate's Plague"
06. IMMOLATION - "Passion Hill"
07. IMMOLATION - "World Agony"
08. FLOTSAM AND JETSAM - "The Master Sleeps"
09. FLOTSAM AND JETSAM - "Fork Boy"
10. FLOTSAM AND JETSAM - "Escape from Within"
11. ARTILLERY - "Into the Universe"
12. ARTILLERY - "Khomaniac"
13. ARTILLERY - "Terror Squad"
14. MARDUK - "Baptism by Fire"
15. MARDUK - "Materialized in Stone"
16. MARDUK - "Limbs of Worship"
17. VADER - "Sothis"
18. VADER - "Reign Forever World"
19. SATYRICON - "Now, Diabolical"
20. SATYRICON - "K.I.N.G."
21. OVERKILL - "Necroshine"
22. OVERKILL - "Rotten to the Core"
23. OVERKILL - "Bastard Nation"
24. OVERKILL - "Fuck You"
25. THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN - "Panasonic Youth"
26. THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN - "Milk Lizard"
27. THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN - "Sunshine the Werewolf"
28. MEGADETH - "Washington Is Next"
29. MEGADETH - "Gears of War"
30. MEGADETH - "A Tout Le Monde"
31. MEGADETH - "Burnt Ice"

CHRIS BRODERICK: "LAYING DOWN SOME RHYTHMS!!!"

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:09:06 GMT

Chris Broderick has issued the following studio update: "I am getting ready to head down to Vic's and wanted to check in. Shawn is finishing up the last few songs with drums and all next week I will be starting on rhythm guitars. This is very cool stuff, learning Dave’s rhythmic style can be a challenge but is one that I look forward to." MORE

OLDEST ROCKER IN TOWN - 82-YEAR-OLD OWEN BROWN

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:08:49 GMT

BBC NEWS has posted the following report and video at its website news.bbc.co.uk: "Oldest Rocker In Town - An 82-year-old heavy metal fan from Weobley in Herefordshire has spoken about his longstanding love affair with rock music." Watch as 82-year-old Owen Brown puts his Megadeth "So Far, So Good... So What?" album on the turntable to listen to his favorite type of music. View the video HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE: "FAVORITE SONG ON THE RECORD"

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:07:57 GMT

Dave Mustaine has issued the following studio update: "I remember when I first started to hear all of the sh*t around the number 13. It meant that you were now a teenager as far as I was concerned as a kid, but then there was that dark side. There was the dark side that was associated with 'bad luck,' and an even worse and darker side; the 'marijuana' connection. But I want to tell you about the song "Song 13 idea." This is quite possibly going to be my favorite song on the record (on any Megs record for that matter for a long time coming)." MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE ON "FUSE ON DEMAND" - VIDEO AVAILABLE

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:05:13 GMT

"Uranium", which is exclusively available on Fuse On Demand, sat down with Dave Mustaine to talk about the band's history, Gigantour and Mustaine's brand of coffee. The full interview (from 2008) is available all January long only on Fuse on Demand. Fuse on Demand is available on Cablevision, Comcast, Cox, Direct TV, Insight, Knology, WAVE, Metrocast, Hometown, Midcontinent and a whole bunch of other places across the U.S. Watch a clip HERE

MEGADETH FEATURED IN FEBRUARY ISSUE OF REVOLVER MAGAZINE

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 23:43:29 GMT

SHAWN DROVER: "STUDIO REPORT, DAY 4"

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 23:42:52 GMT

Shawn Drover has issued the followung studio update: "Today will be day 4 at Vic's Garage and the recording of the new Megadeth record. I am on par with completing 2 drum tracks per day (6 total as I write this) with song's 7 & 8 being next in line today. Sunday is our off day, so I can watch my STEELERS win, on route to their inevitable Super Bowl Victory (Are you reading this, DD??!!!!), drink a few cold 1's and just enjoy the day. Next week will be only a partial week of recording for us, as we all have appearances at the Namm show at various times." MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE AND SHAWN DROVER NAMM TIMES UPDATED

Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:55:34 GMT

Scheduled autograph signings for Dave Mustaine and Shawn Drover at this year's NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, which is being held January 15-18 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California, are as follows: Dave Mustaine - Dean booth (5466B): Friday, Jan 16th at 1PM to 2PM and Saturday, Jan 17th at 4:30PM to 5:30PM. Marshall booth: Friday, Jan 16th at 4PM. Shawn Drover - DDrum booth: Friday, Jan 16th at 4PM and Saturday, Jan 17th at 4PM. Vic Firth booth, Friday Jan 16th at 5PM. MORE

SHAWN DROVER: "ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, RECORD!!!"

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:55:39 GMT

Shawn Drover has issued the following studio update: "So now it is official, we have started to record our 12th record yesterday. I laid down drum tracks for the 1st 2 songs, which I am happy to say, turned out quite well. Tuesday was spent changing all my drumheads and getting the best possible drum tone Andy Sneap and myself could, as we are going back to the old school on this in terms of natural drum tone - From this record insepction, I had many conversations with Andy expressing how great so many records sounded back in the day with drum tones, etc. and that we both wanted to get certain aspects of that into what we are doing now." MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE TO APPEAR AT NAMM AND ON DEAN LIVE WEBCAST

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:55:15 GMT

Scheduled autograph signings for Dave Mustaine at this year's NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, which is being held January 15-18 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California, are as follows: Dave Mustaine - Dean booth (5466B): Friday, Jan 16th at 1PM to 2PM and Saturday, Jan 17th at 4:30PM to 5:30PM. Dean Guitars is webcasting live from this year's Winter NAMM Show and you can catch Dave on the live webcast here at Megadeth.com at the times listed above, or at DeanGuitars.com! Read more about NAMM HERE

JAMES LOMENZO: "BACK TO THE SALT MINE..."

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:54:27 GMT

James LoMenzo checks in from Vic's Studio: "Got back to Vic's yesterday and caught up with the guys. Dave, Shawn, Andy and Chris were all right at it, working on the album files, going over tempo's, fine tuning sections and such. We're really close to finalizing these demo's and getting to the business of tracking our final parts. While I'm waiting for this I'm in the video suite collecting and preparing artwork for our touring video displays. I've got some cool motion graphic ideas that I'm hoping we can implement further down (and on) the road." MORE

SHAWN DROVER REVEALS TOP TEN ALBUMS OF 2008

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:15:53 GMT

"Roadrunner Staff & Artist Top Ten Albums Of 2008 - Featuring top ten albums of 2008 lists from Machine Head, Cavalera Conspiracy, Dream Theater, Nickelback, Megadeth, many more artists and Roadrunner Records staff!". Check out Shawn Drover's top ten albums of 2008 HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE: "TOMORROW WE START RECORDING DRUMS"

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:15:27 GMT

Dave Mustaine has issued the following studio update: "It has come to my attentionthat tomorrow we start recording drums for the new record. PS - Song 9 is the 7th song arranged and approved by me, and we have a few more ideas to go over today, but tomorrow is the day. ...Thanks Andy for your perserverance and in getting us to this place." MORE

SHAWN DROVER: "BACK TO WORK/PLAY AT VIC'S"

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:14:54 GMT

Shawn Drover has posted the following update on the Megadeth Forums: "Yesterday was a good day for me for a few reason's, 1 of them being that my 2009/2010 Ddrum touring drumsets arrived at Vic's - Needless to say, I felt like a kid in a candy store!!! In all honesty, they are the most beautiful drumsets I have ever seen, let alone now being the proud owner of. I have to thank Elliott, Terry, Rick and all at Ddrum for going way beyond the call and making my "Dream Kit" a reality. You can see my kit next week for yourself at the NAMM show, located at the Ddrum booth. I will be signing on both Friday/Saturday @4PM. If that wasent good enough for me, my new signature Ddrum snare will also be on display, which I will be debuting in a live setting on tour in Feb.2009." MORE

SHAWN DROVER AND JAMES LOMENZO AT NAMM 2009

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:14:33 GMT

Scheduled appearances for both Shawn Drover and James LoMenzo at this year's NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, which is being held January 15-18 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California, are as follows: Shawn Drover - DDrum booth: Saturday, Jan 17th at 4PM (stay tuned for more). James LoMenzo - Rotosound booth: Friday, January 16th at 2PM and Yamaha booth: Saturday, Jan 17th at 1PM. Times for Dave Mustaine will be posted soon. Important: The NAMM show is **NOT** open to the public. The only attendees are NAMM member companies and their invited guests. MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE CHECKS IN WITH STUDIO NEWS AND MORE

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:13:51 GMT

Dave Mustaine has posted the following update on the Megadeth Forums: "Yesterday marked the return of Shawn Drover and Andy Sneap. Andy and I met at the studio and we caught up, and went over some songs. Shawn did not arrive until 3:30 yesterday at Vic's and I had already left for the San Diego Chargers Playoff game against the Indianapolis Colts." MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE: "START YER ENGINES!"

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 21:10:52 GMT

Dave Mustaine has posted the following update on the Megadeth Forums: "Today is the first day of the 'Megadeth album 12' sessions after the Christmas and New Years break. I was at the studio yeterday night with Justis after flying home from our new Years ski trip and it was unreal how much the studio has taken on a life of its own and is a living breathing building now that is responsible for forging the new Megadeth record." MORE

MEGADETH'S NEW ARTIST PAGE AT ROADRUNNERECORDS.COM

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 21:10:07 GMT

Roadrunner Records has issued the following update: "We're proud to present to you the brand new NEWS and ARTIST pages on Roadrunnerrecords.com! These new pages allow you to get your music news in a whole new way, as well as view what you want about your favorite Roadrunner artists much easier." Check out Megadeth's new page HERE

JAMES LOMENZO: "WELL...WELL... WELCOME '09!"

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 21:09:39 GMT

James LoMenzo has posted the following update on the Megadeth Forums: "Hello Mega-Metal-urgists, James here checking in after a long holiday trip up through northern CA. Did pretty much what all you do for the holidays, vist with family and freinds. It was quite nice to be away from computers and such and just focus on what to me was most important this holiday season. Everyone's good and I hope the same for all of you." MORE

MEGADETH "ANTHOLOGY: SET THE WORLD AFIRE" GIVEAWAY

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 21:09:06 GMT

SHAWN DROVER: "STARTING 2009 OFF RIGHT"

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 21:08:38 GMT

Shawn Drover has posted the following update on the Megadeth Forums: "Are you hungover??? I am not, thankfully =) I "usually" do thing's in moderation, and being as old as I am, I drifted off to sleep not long after 2009 rang in with Dick Clark's rockin' New Years Eve.........Hhmmmmmmmm, that doesent sound very METAL, does it?.........Er, I mean I stayed awake all night listening to Suffocation over and over!!!!!! (Not a far stretch, to be honest) Anyhoo, I hope you are home safe, without too much of a splitting headache." MORE

NEW MEGADETH VIDEO AND MUSIC FROM VIC'S GARAGE POSTED!

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 08:33:17 GMT

Check out some KICK-ASS NEW MEGADETH! Chris Broderick and Shawn Drover introduce this exclusive MegaFanClub video from Vic's Garage in California. Watch as Dave Mustaine and Shawn jam out to a brand new song! This demo is a teaser for what is to come on the next MEGADETH album! More exclusive videos from Vic's Garage to come soon! MegaFanClub will be accepting new and renewed registrations come Jan 2009! MORE

DAVE MUSTAINE: "END OF THE YEAR WORK WEEK POST"

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:47:52 GMT

Dave Mustaine has posted the following update on the Megadeth Forums: "2008 brought us much success; excluding the fact that we were in the middle of an extensive, exhaustive world tour supporting the latest record from Megadeth, 'United Abominations' on Roadrunner records and were out for a nearly 18 month long trip, and we have gone to place like India, Thailand, Singapore, Peru, Ecuador, and several new cities in Countries that we have already been too as well as returning to cities that we haven't been too for several years. Sadly, we still have yet to reach South Africa, and also return to Russia." MORE

'LINE 6' HALF STACK USED BY DAVE MUSTAINE ON AUCTION

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:39:50 GMT

On auction at the Megadeth eBay Store is a Line 6 half stack used by Dave Mustaine. The amp is a model designed and made specifically for Dave, but was not mass produced. The Mustaine amp has the same power amp section as the HD147, a two DSP chips, a main processor, and 4 amp models (a Line 6 clean, a Dave signature heavy tone, a modified vision of the Dave signature heavy tone, and a Plexi tone). The cabinet is a 4 x 12 including a custom grill and metal handles. This item was used extensively by Dave during the recording of "The System has Failed" and the subsequent tour. Both the cabinet and amp have been autographed by Dave. Bid on it HERE

DAVE MUSTAINE'S "OLD SAINT VIC" CHRISTMAS T-SHIRT

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:39:20 GMT

On sale for a limited time only at NetWorthCoffeeBrokers.com is Dave Mustaine's "Old Saint Vic" Christmas T-Shirt. This tee is a limited edition with only one run printed for this holiday season. Front of shirt shows the newest Christmas Vic art with cup of Mustaine's java, and classic red silhouette of Dave on back with Net Worth Coffee Brokers logo. Don't miss out on this very cool and collectable shirt! Get it HERE

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM JAMES

Sat, 27 Dec 2008 06:30:51 GMT

Hello Mega-friends/fans,
I want to express my sincerest love and good wishes to all of you. It's been a phenomenal year, you guys have made it really special for us. ...From Japan to Jakarta, USA to UK, South America, Canada, Spain and all points peripheral (you know who you are)... Happy holidays and on to the year ahead!
My best to you all,
James

DAVE MUSTAINE: "THE WORLD HAS JUST LOST A HERO"

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 02:52:34 GMT

Dave Mustaine has issued the following statement about the passing of former Megadeth co-manager, Bud Prager:

"I will always remember where I was when I was told that Bud had passed away. I was in my house getting ready to go to the studio to record my new record. And as recently as this last month, I replayed something Bud had said about me and my songwriting style.

Bud also was one of the first, and more accurately, one of the very few persons in the music business that showed any respect to my wife Pam, who Bud was very close to, and to me as a person, by way of mentoring and really taking a legitimate interest in me.

One incident I remember was getting "talked to" by Bud about my sniffly nose, and what it makes people "think." I just had this exact talk with my own son.

I will always remember our times together while Bud managed Megadeth as some of our most successful ever!; certainly the most successful period at radio or MTV. I extend my condolences to his lovely wife Gloria, and son Evan.

The world has just lost one of the heroes of
the music industry.

Dave Mustaine"

I LOVE YOU ALL, HAVE A GREAT DAY AND MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 02:51:58 GMT

Droogies!
Allow me to borrow just a few short moments of your day and wish you the very best Christmas Holiday that you have ever experienced.
I have had one of the best years in my career. Although some people may disagree, and that’s ok, but I was there, and I can attest to the fact the Megadeth currently has its best line-up, best management and crew, and I believe we are amidst one of our best sessions we have ever made.
My children are up now, and I get to celebrate their lives right now, I am prouder as each day goes by with. Me, and I need to jam now so I can make them some Christmas food.
I love you all, have a great day and Merry Christmas!!!
Mustaine sez, "Goodbye Droogies!"

DAVE MUSTAINE TALKS ABOUT SONGWRITING PROCESS

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 02:50:14 GMT

Dave Mustaine recently spoke to Revolver magazine about what fans can expect from the upcoming CD, which he said will contain "stuff that's melodic like nobody's business, stuff that's heavier than hell, and stuff that's a combination of both. DM: "The way I write, I'll play a riff and tape it and save it. And if I don't use it now, I'll use it later. The very first song I ever wrote, "Rust In Peace... Polaris", didn't appear on anything until the fourth Megadeth record. Right now, there are about 20 songs that are in the making, and there's another good 25-to-30 hours worth of guitar riffs on tape." The entire interview can be found in the February 2009 "Mega Preview 2009" issue of Revolver magazine, available on newsstands now.

FORMER MEGADETH CO-MANAGER DIES OF ESOPHAGEAL CANCER

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:06:17 GMT

Bud Prager, President of E.S.P. Management, Inc. - who co-managed Megadeth from 1995 to 2001, helping them to their first major commercial radio success and co-writing a number of songs - lost his year-plus long battle with esophageal cancer at his home in Montauk, N.Y. on December 22. Dave Mustaine was reached today and will be commenting on Bud's passing tomorrow.