Final lineup for Megadeth unveiled
In a social media post, Megadeth announced their final lineup for their farewell tour. It consists of frontman Dave Mustaine, bassist James LoMenzo, guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari, and drummer Dirk Verbeuren. Mustaine remains the only original member throughout the band's four-decade run.
Legendary thrash metal band Megadeth have confirmed that their upcoming 17th studio album will be their last and have announced a global farewell tour in 2026. Co-founded in 1983 by Dave Mustaine after his departure from Metallica, Megadeth rose to prominence as a pillar of the thrash metal genre, helping reshape guitar work and influencing countless bands.
In his announcement, Mustaine expressed a desire to end the band on top, thanking fans for their loyalty. With no title or release date yet revealed for the final album, the farewell tour promises to be a final chance for fans worldwide to experience Megadeth live.
