Metal legends Megadeth just dropped a bombshell—their next album will be the iconic band’s swan song. In 2026, they are set to embark on a farewell tour.

Yesterday, the thrash legends teased fans with a video on Instagram showing the world in chaos, only for their mascot, Vic Rattlesnake, to appear in white, delivering the dramatic message.

Megadeth founder Dave Mustaine also shared a statement providing fans with insight into his decision to bring Megadeth’s journey to an end. “There’s so many musicians that have come to the end of their career, whether accidental or intentional,” the veteran metal guitarist and former Metallica member explained. “Most of them don’t get to go out on their own terms on top. That’s where I’m at in my life right now… The hardest part of all of this is sayi

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