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Dave Mustaine Excludes Former Members from Farewell Tour

12/7/2025

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Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine rules out inviting former members to the farewell tour, citing "unforgivable" behavior and noting he is facing health issues.
Mustaine said the decision likely targets David Ellefson, who was fired in 2022 amid grooming allegations.
He described a successful reunion with Marty Friedman in Japan.
The farewell tour begins in early 2026 with shows in Canada alongside Anthrax and Exodus.
Megadeth's final album is set for release in January and will include a cover of Metallica's Ride The Lightning.

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Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine rules out inviting former members to the farewell tour, citing "unforgivable" behavior and noting he is facing health issues.
Mustaine said the decision likely targets David Ellefson, who was fired in 2022 amid grooming allegations.
He described a successful reunion with Marty Friedman in Japan.
The farewell tour begins in early 2026 with shows in Canada alongside Anthrax and Exodus.
Megadeth's final album is set for release in January and will include a cover of Metallica's Ride The Lightning.