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Dave Mustaine Announces Farewell Tour and Final Album

2/16/2026

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Dave Mustaine, Megadeth's lead vocalist and guitarist, announced a farewell tour, a final album titled 'Megadeth' for 2026, with supports from Anthrax and Iron Maiden.
He has faced health issues, including a 2019 throat cancer diagnosis and ongoing Dupuytren's contracture.
Mustaine says he aims to leave the stage while still able to perform.
The memoir In My Darkest Hour, with Joe Layden, will detail his cancer battles and personal challenges.

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Dave Mustaine, Megadeth's lead vocalist and guitarist, announced a farewell tour, a final album titled 'Megadeth' for 2026, with supports from Anthrax and Iron Maiden.
He has faced health issues, including a 2019 throat cancer diagnosis and ongoing Dupuytren's contracture.
Mustaine says he aims to leave the stage while still able to perform.
The memoir In My Darkest Hour, with Joe Layden, will detail his cancer battles and personal challenges.