United States
Megadeth
Megadeth is an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1983 by vocalist and 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 Slayer, Anthrax, and Metallica—and is credited with helping to develop and popularize the genre. Their music features intricate arrangements, fast rhythm sections, dual lead guitars, and lyrical themes such as war, conflicts, politics, religion, death, and personal relationships.
Lineup
Dave Mustaine
Vocals, Guitar
1983-present
James LoMenzo
Bass
2006-2010, 2022-present
Dirk Verbeuren
Drums
2016-present
Teemu Mantysaari
Guitar
2023-present
Discography
The Sick, the Dying... and the Dead!
studio · 2022
Dystopia
studio · 2016
Super Collider
studio · 2013
TH1RT3EN
studio · 2011
Endgame
studio · 2009
United Abominations
studio · 2007
The System Has Failed
studio · 2004
The World Needs a Hero
studio · 2000
Risk
studio · 1999
Cryptic Writings
studio · 1997
Youthanasia
studio · 1994
Countdown to Extinction
studio · 1992
Rust in Peace
studio · 1990
So Far, So Good... So What!
studio · 1988
Peace Sells... but Who's Buying?
studio · 1986
Killing Is My Business... and Business Is Good!
studio · 1985
Events
Megadeth Live in Lima
4/23/2026 · Lima, Peru