The iconic thrash staple band has released the first single off their upcoming album, which is said to be their final.
Tipping Point
The band released “Tipping Point” to the world today. The song begins with a riff that quickly transitions into a guitar solo before Dave Mustaine’s distinct and iconic voice breaks through. It was released through Tradecraft, Mustaine’s imprint, in partnership with Frontiers Label Group’s new BLKIIBLK label.
It is accompanied by a music video, which is desolate but hopeful. It is directed by Leonardo Liberti and features Mustaine trapped in an abandoned prison. He suffers through torture while the band performs in the same vicinity. While the music video is dark, Mustaine manages to escape at the end, running away from the prison.
“We all have different ‘tipping points’ and they may vary from day to day,” says Mustaine. “I think we’re all being pushed to the edge right now, and it’s easy to lean into that feeling. But it’s important not to let things get you down.”
Self-Titled
The band’s 2026 self-titled album is said to be their last after Mustaine’s alter ego, Vic Rattlehead, posted a statement. “For over four decades, I’ve been chained in silence, but the end demands my voice. It is confirmed that the next Megadeth studio album will be the last. Forty years of metal, forged in steel, ending in fire. And when the new year rises, the global farewell tour. You’ve heard the warning. Now prepare yourself, Cyber Army. Stay loud, stay tuned, and meet me on the frontlines.”
Mustaine stated, “There’s so many musicians that have come to the end of their career, whether accidental or intentional, most of them don’t get to go out on their own terms on top, and that’s where I’m at in my life right now. I have travelled the world and have made millions upon millions of fans, and the hardest part of all of this is saying goodbye to them.” He continues “We can’t wait for you to hear this album and see us on tour. If there was ever a perfect time for us to put out a new album, it’s now. If there was ever a perfect time to tour the world, it’s now. This is also a perfect time for us to tell you that it’s our last studio album. We’ve made a lot of friends over the years, and I hope to see all of you on our global farewell tour. Don’t be mad, don’t be sad, be happy for us all, come celebrate with me these next few years.”
The album is available for pre-order here.
Megadeth has sold over 50 million records, received a Grammy Award along with 12 nominations, and has become part of the “big four”.
There will be more updates on the upcoming album, along with details for Mustaine’s upcoming memoir.
