Megadeth

By the time of their performance at Hellfest 2024, Megadeth had a storied history marked by intense evolution and musical mastery. This festival appearance took place just after the release of their fifteenth studio album, 'The Sick, The Dying... And The Dead!' in 2022, showcasing their relentless drive to push boundaries within the thrash metal genre. An interesting tidbit? Dave Mustaine, the band's founder, once channeled his iconic experience of being fired from Metallica into fueling the band's early ambition, famously stating he wanted to 'see the blood of Metallica.' Their journey from that fiery inception to headlining one of Europe's premier metal festivals speaks volumes about their resilience and enduring impact on the metal scene. 2024 offered a perfect stage to witness not just their classic hits, but also their expert evolution into a new era of metal.

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