Fans React to Megadeth’s New Version of Metallica’s ‘Ride the Lightning’Fans React to Megadeth’s New Version of Metallica’s ‘Ride the Lightning’Now that Megadeth's self-titled final album is out, here's how fans are reacting to the band's new version of Metallica's "Ride the Lightning."Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner
New Dave Mustaine InterviewNew Dave Mustaine InterviewHe tells UCR about the important "paradigm shift" that helped set the course for the future thrash metal legends.Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw
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Iconic LPs Turning 40 in 2026Iconic LPs Turning 40 in 2026Feeling old yet? Don't worry, these albums will keep you young.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Watch Megadeth's New Video for 'Let There Be Shred'Watch Megadeth's New Video for 'Let There Be Shred'Band leader says it was fun to celebrate his training and his early days in track from their final album.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
2026's Biggest Rock Music Releases2026's Biggest Rock Music ReleasesHere's a preview of the biggest upcoming rock-related studio projects, live albums and reissues.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
Megadeth Announces 2026 European Headlining Shows, Including a Live Debut in This CountryMegadeth Announces 2026 European Headlining Shows, Including a Live Debut in This CountryStill no U.S. headlining dates yet — but the thrash giants plan to be on the road for a long time.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Megadeth Expands Farewell TourMegadeth Expands Farewell TourDave Mustaine predicts being on the road for "another three to five years."Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Megadeth’s Final Album to Feature Cover of Metallica Song Cowritten by Dave MustaineMegadeth’s Final Album to Feature Cover of Metallica Song Cowritten by Dave MustaineDave Mustaine is going out in grand fashion.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Albums With Terrible ProductionAlbums With Terrible ProductionThat they're still enjoyable at all speaks to the quality of the songs.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Why Dave Mustaine Was in Agony at the Final Big 4 ConcertWhy Dave Mustaine Was in Agony at the Final Big 4 Concert"The show must go on," says Megadeth frontman — but he tells UCR that the 2011 Yankee Stadium performance was particularly challenging.Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw
Essential '80s Albums to Pass Down to KidsEssential '80s Albums to Pass Down to KidsDiscover the 25 must-have rock and metal albums from the '80s that every kid should know!Chad ChildersChad Childers