Megadeth Announces Final Album Featuring Metallica Cover for 2026 Release

Megadeth is set to release their final studio album titled "Megadeth" on January 23, 2026, featuring 10 tracks including the lead single "Tipping Point." The album will be released via Dave Mustaine's Tradecraft imprint in partnership with Frontiers Label Group's BLKIIBLK label. Dave Mustaine has hinted that the album will include a cover song he originally wrote, which fans speculate to be a reinterpretation of Metallica's "Ride The Lightning," reflecting Mustaine's historical songwriting contributions to Metallica. While the official tracklist does not list this cover, it is expected to appear as a bonus track or part of a deluxe edition. The band plans to support the album with a farewell tour in 2026, including festival appearances and a world tour with Iron Maiden and Anthrax as special guests. This final album and tour mark a significant closure for Megadeth, with Mustaine expressing gratitude to fans and emphasizing going out on their own terms.