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Dave Mustaine Honors Metallica with Cover, Mends Past Feuds

1/20/2026

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Dave Mustaine expresses respect for James Hetfield, Metallica's guitarist, and Lars Ulrich, Metallica's drummer, as Megadeth nears final album release.
Mustaine says Megadeth will include a cover of Metallica's 'Ride the Lightning' as an homage to Hetfield and Ulrich.
He acknowledges past conflicts, including a 2016 royalty dispute, but says their relationship is improving.
Mustaine expresses a desire to maximize his time in music and to treat others with respect.

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Dave Mustaine expresses respect for James Hetfield, Metallica's guitarist, and Lars Ulrich, Metallica's drummer, as Megadeth nears final album release.
Mustaine says Megadeth will include a cover of Metallica's 'Ride the Lightning' as an homage to Hetfield and Ulrich.
He acknowledges past conflicts, including a 2016 royalty dispute, but says their relationship is improving.
Mustaine expresses a desire to maximize his time in music and to treat others with respect.