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Contents Introduction Megadeth's final album, "Megadeth"?the last and greatest intellectual thrash metal album of all time, summarizing 40 years of history. Behold, all heavy metal fans, and THE END that will be etched into the history of HR/HM! [Commentary: Masanori Ito / Lyrics Translation Included] The final movement of Megadeth begins?at this point, much explanation about Megadeth is probably unnecessary. Dave Mustaine (G, Vo) formed Megadeth in 1983 after leaving Metallica. In 1985, they made their album debut with "Killing Is My Business?cAnd Business Is Good!". This masterpiece, which brilliantly mixed thrash metal and jazz/fusion, still has a huge impact even 40 years after its release. You are all probably familiar with their subsequent meteoric rise. Megadeth's 1986 album "Peace Sells?c But Who?fs Buying?" (ranked 8th on Rolling Stone's "100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time") and 1990's "Rust In Peace" both achieved platinum status, while 1992's "Countdown To Extinction" reached number 2 on the Billboard charts and earned double platinum status. To date, they have sold 50 million records worldwide, won Grammy Awards (and been nominated 12 more times), and recorded billions of streams. With seven albums reaching the top 10 of the Billboard 200, and having captivated millions of enthusiastic fans in arenas and stadiums around the world, they are a band that represents not only the thrash metal scene but also the entire heavy metal world. However, in August 2025, news of Megadeth's final album release and farewell tour shook the world. It was shocking news that no one had predicted. The title of their final album was simply "Megadeth." Listening to the lead single, one might think, "They can still do more, right?" But that's exactly what Dave Mustaine wants. As he said, "Few can decide when to stop at the top," and Megadeth wants to close their chapter amidst the blessings of their fans. The songs, artwork, and title?everything is a magnificent summary of their career spanning over 40 years. It's the greatest intellectual thrash metal of all time. This is Megadeth, this is Dave Mustaine. Could there be a more magnificent ending for a band that has reached the pinnacle? Behold, all heavy metal fans, and THE END that will be etched into the history of HR/HM! The tracks on this album are a perfect example of the intellectual thrash metal that Megadeth has created, befitting a summary of their history. A bonus track, Metallica's "Ride the Lightning," is included. Dave Mustaine stated, "This is to close the circle of a career I've built throughout my life, and to pay tribute to where my career began. This is respect." With the utmost respect and love, this track truly conveys that this album is the "curtain call." The Japan-exclusive bonus track is an instrumental version of "The Last Note." Mastered by the legendary Ted Jensen, it allows listeners to once again appreciate the power of the final Megadeth lineup. It's a special track for Japanese fans who pay attention to even the smallest details of sound.?EMegadeth's final album ?EA fitting finale to 40 years, and arguably the greatest intellectual thrash metal of all time ?EA masterpiece in HR/HM history born from Dave Mustaine's passion ?EHas sold over 50 million albums to date [Members] Dave Mustaine (Vocals/Guitar) Tame Mantusari (Guitar) James LoMenzo (Bass) Dirk Verbeuren (Drums) [Track Listing] 01. Tipping Point 02. I Don't Care 03. Hey, God?! 04. Let There Be Shred 05. Puppet Parade 06. Another Bad Day 07. Made to Kill 08. Obey the Call 09. I Am War 10. The Last Note [Bonus Track] 11. Ride the Lightning ?sJapan-only bonus track?t 12. The Last Note (instrumental) Media reviews and more Megadeth's final album, 'Megadeth'?the last and greatest intellectual thrash metal album of all time, summarizing 40 years of history. Behold, all heavy metal fans, and THE END that will be etched into the history of HR/HM! (C)RS