March 11, 2010 - MEGADETH CONFIRMED FOR SONISPHERE IN ROMANIA AND SPAIN
The "Big Four" — Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth, and Anthrax, are confirmed for the Romanian edition of the Sonisphere festival, on June 25, 2010 at Romexpo Exhibition Centre in Bucharest. Tickets are on sale now. For more info, go HERE. Megadeth is also confirmed to play the Sonisphere festival in Madrid, Spain on June 10, 2010. Tickets are on sale now. For more info, go HERE
March 10, 2010 - 'RUST IN PEACE 20TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR' - SASKATOON REVIEW
Adrien Begrand for Hellbound.ca has posted the following review of the Megadeth's "Rust In Peace 20th Anniversary Tour" held this past Monday, March 8 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. "Not only was Megadeth bringing along fellow Bay Area thrash legends Testament and Exodus along for their spring tour of North America, but Dave Mustaine and crew were set to perform the classic "Rust In Peace" album in celebration of its 20th anniversary, while Testament had promised to play their great 1987 debut "The Legacy" in its entirety." MORE
March 9, 2010 - DAVID ELLEFSON INTERVIEWED BY ARBITER ONLINE
Matt Dalley of the Arbiter Online conducted an interview David Ellefson on March 2 before the Megadeth's concert at the Knitting Factory in Boise, Idaho. AO: "Megadeth took no prisoners as the heavy metal pioneers battered the eardrums of the Knitting Factory’s sold out crowd Tuesday. The band proved its relevance and the timelessness of its songs by slaying through one of the its most critically acclaimed releases — 1990s “Rust in Peace".” The 17-minute chat with David is available in MP3 format HERE
March 8, 2010 - DAVID ELLEFSON CHECKS IN FROM SASKATOON: "CANADA RULES!"
David Ellefson has issued the following tour update: "Checking in from the tour, here in Saskatoon Canada tonight. The shows have been packed and a real blast. I don't know if its because our fellow Canadian drummer Shawn Drover is in the band but the crowds seem to be exceptionally rowdy and really fired up here north of the border. That's a good thing!" MORE
March 8, 2010 - CHRIS BRODERICK: "THANKS FOR ALL THE WISHES!!"
Chris Broderick checks in from Saskatoon. "Thanks for all the Birthday wishes!!!! I had a great time in Calgary. It’s funny how in the three years I have been in Megadeth, I have always been on tour during my birthday, and I have to say that all of you have made these times unbelievably fun (what better way to spend it then with all of my friends!). I am never one to really celebrate my birthday and I was hoping that no one knew but when Chuck Billy started to bring the birthday cake up on stage I knew I was in for it Ahahahah." MORE
March 7, 2010 - MFC PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP OFFER & WIN A 'GUITAR HERO 5' GAME!
Join the MegaFanClub or renew a membership from March 5 (12:00 AM PST) to March 15 (Midnight PST) and get a premium membership for the price of a standard membership! ONLY $39.99 + shipping! You will also be entered into a draw to win one of three 'Guitar Hero 5' video games featuring Megadeth's "Sweating Bullets"!! Winners will be announced March 16. E-mail megafanclub@megadeth.com with any questions. Don't miss out on this special offer! MORE
March 6, 2010 - MEGADETH SCHEDULES WHEATON SIGNING SESSION
Megadeth will take part in a meet 'n greet/signing session at Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center in Wheaton, Maryland in conjunction with Marshall Amps on Monday, March 15 at 1:00PM. While at the meet 'n greet, fans will have the opportunity to see Dave Mustaine's signature Marshall full stack. Address: Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center, 11151 Veirs Mill Road, Wheaton, MD 20902. MORE