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Dave Mustaine Announces Megadeth's Farewell Tour and Retirement

12/31/2025

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Dave Mustaine, frontman of Megadeth, said Megadeth will retire after a farewell tour tied to the self-titled album released January 23, 2026.
Mustaine cited Dupuytren’s contracture, a hand condition, as a factor in stepping away.
The farewell tour will begin in Canada in February and travel through South and Central America, Europe, and North America.
Mustaine hinted at a live album but confirmed no more studio albums will be produced.

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Dave Mustaine, frontman of Megadeth, said Megadeth will retire after a farewell tour tied to the self-titled album released January 23, 2026.
Mustaine cited Dupuytren’s contracture, a hand condition, as a factor in stepping away.
The farewell tour will begin in Canada in February and travel through South and Central America, Europe, and North America.
Mustaine hinted at a live album but confirmed no more studio albums will be produced.