MEGADETH is bringing its iconic live show to North America with a 33-city, nationwide tour, “Destroy All Enemies”, produced by Live Nation, this fall including stops in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Boston, St. Louis and many more
Tickets for all dates will be on sale Friday, April 26 at 10 a.m. local time with an exclusive presale for the Cyber Army/Megadeth Digital beginning today, Tuesday, April 23 at 12 p.m. local time Megadeth.com.
Bringing along MUDVAYNE and ALL THAT REMAINS, the tour begins in Rogers, Arkansas on August 2 and runs throughout the month before wrapping in Nashville, Tennessee on September 28. Performing classic hits from “Rust In Peace”, “Countdown To Extinction” and more, the tour also brings Dave Mustaine and bandmates back to North America to perform their latest studio album “The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!” Featuring some of Mustaine‘s strongest-ever songwriting, the tour offers an equally ambitious live performance that delivers on all fronts.
“Our ‘Crush The World’ tour has been a tremendous experience for the four of us,” shared Mustaine. “We are all playing tight, and that has made it possible for me to really focus on solos and singing, we are playing more songs than ever before, and we are closer to each other, onstage AND off. I’m excited to see MUDVAYNE, and ALL THAT REMAINS. Join us as we DESTROY ALL ENEMIES.”
The North American jaunt comes on the heels of a highly anticipated and successful stint in Latin America wrapping this month and starting back up in Europe this summer. With stops in Peru, Chile, Argentina, Brazil and Mexico and forthcoming dates in Sweden, Italy, France, Germany and more, the band’s global appeal and lasting impact is more apparent than ever as continued calls for international touring are demanded.
“Destroy All Enemies” U.S. tour dates 2024
Aug. 02 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
Aug. 03 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall
Aug. 05 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheatre
Aug. 06 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Aug. 08 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Aug. 09 – Los Angeles, CA – YouTube Theater
Aug. 10 – Concord, CA – Toyota Pavilion at Concord
Aug. 12 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
Aug. 13 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater
Aug. 16 – Las Vegas, NV – Bakkt Theatre at Planet Hollywood
Aug. 17 – Salt Lake City, UT – Maverick Arena*
Aug. 20 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
Aug. 21 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater
Aug. 23 – Macon, GA – Atrium Health Macon Amphitheater*
Aug. 24 – West Palm Beach, FL – iThink Financial Amphitheatre
Sep. 03 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Sep. 05 – Huntington, WV – Marshall Health Network Arena*
Sep. 06 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
Sep. 07 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Sep. 09 – Reading, PA – Santander Arena*
Sep. 10 – Albany, NY – MVP Arena*
Sep. 11 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank
Sep. 13 – Bethel, MY – Bethel Woods Center For The Arts
Sep. 14 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
Sep. 15 – Richmond, VA – Virginia Credit Union Live!*
Sep. 17 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center
Sep. 18 – Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE
Sep. 20 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
Sep. 21 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
Sep. 24 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
Sep. 26 – St Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre STL
Sep. 27 – Southaven, MS – Bankplus Amphitheater at Snowden Grove*
Sep. 28 – Nashville, TN – Nashville Municipal Auditorium
*Non-Live Nation dates
MEGADETH Shreds On with New Guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari
Finnish shredder Teemu Mäntysaari joined MEGADETH in September 2023, filling the shoes of longtime guitarist Kiko Loureiro. Loureiro initially stepped aside to focus on his family in Finland, but it seems Mäntysaari is here to stay.
Mäntysaari: From Prodigy to Metal Master:
The 37-year-old Mäntysaari hails from Tampere, Finland, and picked up the guitar at the tender age of 12. He honed his skills in bands like WINTERSUN (founded in 2004) and SMACKBOUND (joined in 2015). Now, he brings his talent and passion to MEGADETH‘s legendary stage.
MEGADETH’s Legacy of Metal Mayhem:
Founded in 1983 by Dave Mustaine, MEGADETH has become a powerhouse in the metal world. They’ve relentlessly pushed the boundaries of thrash metal, incorporating speed, technical mastery, and intricate songwriting into their music.
Thrash Metal Titans:
Their 1990 album “Rust In Peace” is considered a genre masterpiece, alongside the critically acclaimed “Peace Sells… But Who’s Buying?” These albums cemented MEGADETH‘s place in metal history.
Decades of Domination:
Over four decades, MEGADETH has racked up awards and critical acclaim. Albums like “Countdown To Extinction” and “Youthanasia” achieved platinum status, while “Dystopia” (2016) finally earned them a Grammy for “Best Metal Performance” (after 12 nominations!). Their latest release, “The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!” (2022), continues their reign of metal mastery.
MEGADETH’s legacy is undeniable. They are part of the “Big Four” of thrash metal, paving the way for countless bands that followed. With Mäntysaari‘s addition, the band appears poised to keep shredding for years to come!
