January 31, 2008 - MEGADETH EMBARKS ON 2008 TOUR OF EUROPE AND THE UK
Megadeth has arrived in Helsinki, Finland marking the very start of the 2008 Euopean Tour Of Duty and Gigantour UK. With new lead guitarist Chris Broderick, the band will play their first show of 2008 in Helsinki on Monday night, Feb 4th. The trek will take Megadeth through many countries of Europe, Gigantour in the UK, and will end up in Bangalore, India headlining the Rock In India Festival! Check the Killing Road for details!

January 30, 2008 - DAVE MUSTAINE TALKS LINEUP SHIFT, GIGANTOUR, AND MORE
Headbanger's Blog recently conducted an interview with Dave Mustaine. "Obviously, he’s [Chris Broderick] a ripping, great, brilliant guitar player – better than me, but…” And then I clicked on the thing underneath it of him playing a classical part and I went, “Oh, my god. We hit gold.” [Also], Chris is a good guy. He’s humble, he’s very confident. He’s an aggressive player. He’s bringing new vibrancy and life to these songs and I’m really glad that this whole thing happened." MORE

January 29, 2008 - 'GIGANTOUR 2' CD AND DVD SET FOR APRIL 22 RELEASE
"The second coming of MEGADETH’s acclaimed traveling metal festival GIGANTOUR arrives on both DVD and CD April 22 via Image Entertainment--just ten days after GIGANTOUR’s latest incarnation begins its North American invasion April 12 in Denver. Conceived in 2005 by MEGADETH frontman DAVE MUSTAINE, GIGANTOUR-- proclaimed “the mother of all shred fests” by Revolver magazine–resurrects metal’s focus on stellar musicianship." Read today's entire Press Release HERE

January 28, 2008 - CHRIS BRODERICK "GETTING READY TO HEAD OUT ON TOUR"
Chris Broderick has posted the following update at the Megadeth Forums: "Hey Everyone, Just finishing up some loose ends before I head out. I have 20 songs down and there are a few more I will learn while on the road. I love playing the solo's to Hanger 18 and Washington is Next and look forward to playing them on stage. I have been working on all the rhythms with Dave who has a very meticulous ear which is a big help in getting the rhythms exact. See you guys on the road, Chris."  MORE

January 26, 2008 - DAVE MUSTAINE SAYS UK GIGANTOUR IS CLOSE TO BEING SOLD OUT
Dave Mustaine has posted the following update on the Megadeth Forums: "Droogies! It is with great pleasure that I share with you what I found out this morning, and that is Gigantour.2008.UK has less than 1,000 tickets left for the whole tour. That's right, Gigantour.2008.UK is going to be sold out from the first UK date to the last! I am already thinking about what to do for our second anniversary next year. I have to go, sorry, short but sweet, eh?"  MORE

January 25, 2008 - SHAWN DROVER REFLECTS ON NAMM 2008 AND PICS FROM NAMM!
Shawn Drover has posted this update at the Megadeth Forums: "Just arrived home last evening from the insanity that is the NAMM show. Man, that was such a great time for me!!! In the sea of humanity (drunken humanity, during the evening hours, for some) I was able to at least see most of my friends attending the show for a brief moment, before moving on to the next series of events." See photos from NAMM at the Megadeth Gallery. Read more of Shawn's update HERE

January 24, 2008 - PRE-ORDER THE 'GIGANTOUR 2' DVD AND CD AT AMAZON.COM!
The 'GIGANTOUR 2' DVD and CD are both now available for pre-order at Amazon.com! Join Megadeth as they return to unleash the second coming of GIGANTOUR on their 2006 world tour! Featuring a lineup of metal's pioneers, prepare yourself for a night of sonic mayhem. 'GIGANTOUR 2' is set to hit stores on April 22nd via Image-Entertainment. Pre-order the DVD and CD at Amazon HERE

January 23, 2008 - DAVE MUSTAINE ON NAMM, DEAN GUITARS, REHEARSALS, AND MORE!
Dave Mustaine has posted the followung update at the Megadeth Forums: "We started rehearsals with all four band members at my house on Monday, and finished up last night about 10PM. I can unequivocably say that we are ready with all of the guitars, bass, and drums. The solos are better than they have ever been by any guitarist since Jeff (he was the first to have to try to sound like a predecessor). Unless I can't remember the lyrics, there isn't going to even be a hiccup in our show." MORE

January 22, 2008 - CHRIS BRODERICK TURNS ALL FOCUS TOWARDS MEGADETH
Due to the upcoming tour schedule with Megadeth, Chris Broderick's guitar lessons are temporarily closed until further notice. Chris also recently commented on his status in his previous bands Nevermore and Jag Panzer: "I'm glad I have the fans' support in this. Unfortunately I will not be able to do any more shows with Jag Panzer or Nevermore because the extensive touring that Megadeth will be doing. I wish them all the best and remain friends with both bands. I look forward to touring with Dave, James, and Shawn and will keep my eye out for longtime Broderick fans." Read more at Chris' official website HERE

January 21, 2008 - WARCHEST - MEGADETH'S FIRST CAREER-SPANNING COLLECTION
Ken Pierce for PiercingMetal.com gives Warchest 5 stars. "It’s the kind of set that shows very clearly that Megadeth is still standing high on the hill informing anyone who will listen and think for themselves when it comes to their Metal. It’s clear that Mustaine hasn’t run out of things to say yet based on the stellar work put forth on United Abominations, the bands 2007 release. With Warchest there is an even better way to help Metal legions everywhere celebrate a truly amazing career." MORE

January 20, 2008 - MEGADETH PODCAST EPISODE 2 NOW AVAILABLE AT ITUNES
MegaFanClub's own, Mr. Justice caught up with Dave Mustaine at his home in Fallbrook, California. Dave talks about the new Legends Cup Coffee company, the song writing process and meanings behind songs from United Abominations, answers MFC members' questions and more in this revealing interview!" You can download the podcasts via your RSS news readers or iTunes. For iTunes, go to "Advanced" click "Subscribe to Podcast" and enter this URL: www.megadeth.com/podcast/RSS_feed.xml.

January 19, 2008 - INTERACT WITH MEGADETH AND MORE AT THELIVELINE.COM!
Our friends over at TheLiveLine.com are one big step closer in working towards their goal of creating the best interactive entertainment portal on the web! Giving fans a whole new way to interact and keep up with their favorite stars. New additions to The Live Line include Annihilator, Arch Enemy, Shawn Drover, Scott Ian and Charlie Benate from Anthrax, and MMA fighter Cub Swanson! The Live Line welcomes your suggestions on features that you think would enhance the site experience and people you would like to see by emailng support@theliveline.com.

January 18, 2008 - DAVE MUSTAINE ON ABC NEWS GOOD MORNING AMERICA
In a presidential race where all candidates are trying new (and old) shtick to grab the voters attention, Dave Mustaine offered his thoughts this morning to ABC News Good Morning America on politicians who are making music instead of facing it! Watch the video  HERE

January 17, 2008 - GIGANTOUR 2008 NORTH AMERICA MEET & GREET PACKAGES!
Deluxe meet & greet packages are now available exclusively to MFC members at the MegaFanClub! Packages include concert ticket, meet & greet with Megadeth, autograph session, signed Gigantour 2008 collectable 8X10, photo with the band, VIP laminate, and more! Spaces are limited to 40 packages per show! Details are at the MegaFanClub. Ticket pre-sales are also available now! Not a member? Join today! HERE

January 17, 2008 - DAVE MUSTAINE AND JAMES LOMENZO - NAMM SCHEDULES
Dave Mustaine and James LoMenzo are both scheduled to be at The NAMM Show convention in Anaheim, CA this weekend. Dave will be signing autographs at the Dean Guitars booth on Friday, Jan 18th and Saturday, Jan 19th from 2-3:30 PM. James will be signing autographs at the following booths and times: Saturday, Jan 19th at Ashdown Amplification - 11-1PM, Yamaha - 2PM, Spectraflex - 4PM. The NAMM Show is the largest music products trade show in United States. More than 80,000 NAMM Members and guests attended the January 2007 show. The NAMM Show is not open to the general public.

January 16, 2008 - CHRIS BRODERICK: "THANKS FOR THE WARM RECEPTION"
New Megadeth lead guitarist Chris Broderick has posted the following message on the Megadeth Forums: "Hello Everyone, Thanks for the warm reception. I realize I have some big shoes to fill and I will do my best. So far I am really enjoying playing all the songs but having only known them for 2 weeks means I have my hands full. I look forward to meeting all of you Megadeth fans and hope to see you on tour.
Chris."

January 15, 2008 - GIGANTOUR 2008 NORTH AMERICA TICKET PRESALES ON TODAY!
Ticket presales for Gigantour 2008 North America go on sale today at 10:00 AM local times exclusivley to MegaFanClub members. Details have been e-mailed out to all MFC members and can also been found once logged in at the fan club website. Presale continues through the week. Tickets go on sale to the general public this weekend. Meet & greet packages will be available to fan club members this week. Stay tuned for details. Not a member? Join today! HERE

January 14, 2008 - GIGANTOUR NORTH AMERICA DATES AND NEW LEAD GUITARIST!
Dave Mustaine has big news for metal fans: Gigantour is back, and Megadeth has a new guitarist! Gigantour 2008 North America kicks off April 12 in Denver, CO with headliner Megadeth, In Flames, Children Of Bodom, Job For A Cowboy, and High On Fire. The 29-date trek will criss-cross North America and wraps May 22 in Phoenix, AZ. Check the Killing Road for details! In other Megadeth news, the group has officially welcomed new guitarist Chris Broderick (Nevermore, Jag Panzer) to the band after parting ways with Glen Drover. Read the official press release HERE

January 13, 2008 - DAVE MUSTAINE ISSUES EXCLUSIVE UPDATE FOR BW&BK READERS
DM: "I wanted to give you, the readers and BW&BK friends, the chance to hear it first, because it is not official until I say so, and now that we are prepared to speak, we want you to be amongst several of our closest friends, stations, sites, and people to hear it first; straight from my lips to your ears. Call me Sunday night after 11:00pm Pacific Time and I will give you a URL to get this information, and be sure to check back regularly with our sites for new Megadeth footage.
Call me at The Live Line on (866) 597-MEGA."

January 12, 2008 - NORTH AMERICAN MEET & GREET PACKAGES AND TICKET PRESALES
MegaFanClub members are going to have first dibs on some very limited deluxe meet & greet packages for the North American Gigantour coming early this week!! Presales for tickets alone are all so going on sale exclusively to MFC members on Tuesday! Stay tuned for details! Not a member? Join today! HERE

January 12, 2008 - DAVE MUSTAINE TO GUEST ON "CHAOS WITH FULL METAL JACKIE"
Dave Mustaine will be a featured guest on Indie 103.1 FM's specialty metal program "Chaos with Full Metal Jackie" this Sunday (January 13) at 10:00 p.m. PST (1:00 a.m. EST Monday morning). To listen to the show live via the Internet, go HERE. The program also airs on KNAC.COM Monday nights between 7 and 9 p.m. PST (and again on Sunday mornings between 7 and 9 a.m.).

January 11, 2008 - "HEAVY METAL ROCKER PITCHES IN FOR MARINES"
Dan Lamothe of MarineCorpsTimes.com reports that Dave Mustaine coordinated the donation of thousands of toys through the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation to wildfire victims in the San Diego area, including four pallets that were delivered to Camp Pendleton, California.
Toy deliveries also were made to the chamber of commerce in nearby Fallbrook, California, and to North Coast Church, a Fallbrook church the Mustaine family attends, said Bob Leonard, chief executive officer of the chamber of commerce. MORE

January 10, 2008 - NEW MERCHANDISE AT MEGADETH'S OFFICIAL MEGAMERCH STORE!
Check out the latest at the Megamerch store! Belt buckles - Scorpion, Arsenal, Megadeth, Arms Crossed Vic, and classic Vic head! A brand new Megadeth Youth Tee, Killing Is My Business Zip Up Hoody and short sleeve Tee, Angel Of Deth full cover artwork Tee and more! And on special, get the Megadeth pint glass with collectable UA Vic shot glass for less than $10! See it all at Megamerch.

January 9, 2008 - MEGADETH PODCAST - EPISODE 2 - DAVE MUSTAINE AT HOME
MFC's own, Mr. Justice caught up with Dave Mustaine at his home in Fallbrook, California. In Episode 2 of this MegaFanClub audio podcast, Dave talks about the new Legends Cup Coffee company, the song writing process and meanings behind songs from "United Abominations", answers MFC members' questions and more in this revealing interview! Check it out exclusively HERE

January 8, 2008 - SHAWN DROVER SCHEDULED TO BE AT NAMM IN JANUARY
Shawn Drover is scheduled to be at The NAMM Show convention in Anaheim, California this coming January 18th - 19th. Shawn will be signing autographs at the following booths and times: Friday, January 18th DDRUM - 4-5PM, Saturday, January 19th DDRUM - 12-1PM, SABIAN - 1-2PM, and VIC FIRTH - 4-5PM. The NAMM Show is the largest music products trade show in United States. More than 80,000 NAMM Members and guests attended the January 2007 show. The NAMM Show is not open to the general public.

January 8, 2008 - VOTE "UNITED ABOMINATIONS" ALBUM OF 2007 AT EDDIETRUNK.COM
EddieTrunk.com has posted a Readers Poll to vote for your favorite hard rock/metal CD of 2007. Megafans, show your support and vote for "United Abominations" as album of the year for 2007! Eddie Trunk is the host of the syndicated radio show "Eddie Trunk Rocks." Based from New York City on the radio station Q 104.3 it features a variety of hard rock and heavy metal acts, both new and classic. Vote for UA HERE

January 7, 2008 - MEGADETH TO BE FEATURED IN 'LIVE FROM NAMM' WEBCAST
Following the success of last year's "Live From NAMM", Dean Guitars' live webcast of the 2007 NAMM show, Dean is again giving guitar players worldwide a members-only look at NAMM with the second installment of the program. Dean fans will be able to go to DeanGuitars.com to view an array of rocks stars spending their day at the Dean booth. Cameras go live on Friday, January 18 at noon CST and will continue airing throughout the weekend. Dave Mustaine is scheduled to appear at the 2008 event.

January 5, 2008 - NEW MESSAGES FROM MUSTAINE AND MORE AT THELIVELINE.COM
TheLiveLine.com has been updated with new content including new messages from Dave Mustaine, Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy, Lamb Of God drummer Chris Adler and Machine Head bassist Adam Duce. This service is just one of the features that The Live Line is eventually going to offer, but gives fans a beginning vision of what is to come. MORE

January 4, 2008 - GIGANTOUR UK 2008 DEBUTS AND LINEUP ANNOUNCED
The UK run of Megadeth's tour this spring has been rebranded under the Gigantour banner. Gigantour UK will make its debut in Norwich on Feb 17th and finish up in London on Feb 24th. Scheduled for the main support is special guest Job For A Cowboy, and thanks to the support of TheLiveLine.com, fans' votes helped to put UK's own Evile into the opening spot on the tour. Check the Killing Road and Gigantour.com for details!

January 3, 2008 - NEW MERCHANDISE AT MEGADETH'S OFFICIAL MEGAMERCH STORE!
Check out the latest at the Megamerch store! Belt buckles - Scorpion, Arsenal, Megadeth, Arms Crossed Vic, and classic Vic head! A brand new Megadeth Youth Tee, Killing Is My Business Zip Up Hoody and short sleeve Tee, Angel Of Deth full cover artwork Tee and more! And on special, get the Megadeth pint glass with collectable UA Vic shot glass for less than $10! See it all at Megamerch.

January 2, 2008 - BUSINESS IS STILL GOOD: INSIDE MEGADETH'S WARCHEST
Adrien Begrand for PopMatters.com reviews Megadeth's Warchest: "The fourth disc features a scorching live set recorded at London’s Wembley Stadium in 1990 and mixed by ace producer Andy Sneap, and not only is this the finest live Megadeth recording to ever see official release, but the spectacular performance of “Holy Wars” is the set’s highlight, performed impeccably by the foursome." MORE

January 1, 2008 - 'UNITED ABOMINATIONS' VOTED BW&BK'S BRAVE PICK #1 OF 2007
Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles reports: "The count-down is OVER! Drum roll please .... MEGADETH's United Abominations is the BravePick of 2007 as voted by the devout scribes of BW&BK! Megadeth members comment on winning: Vocalist/guitarist Dave Mustaine: "I am very flattered, because even though ("Metal") Tim and I have known each other for a while, that he is close with the Drovers and that Megadeth is 50% Canadian now, the BW&BK staff are too smart to pick a band unless they truly deserve it, and I am so grateful you feel I and Megadeth deserve this." The current issue of BW&BK is in stores now. MORE

January 1, 2008 - GIGANTOUR 2008 NORTH AMERICAN LINEUP ANNOUNCED
The lineup for this year's Gigantour has now been officially announced at Gigantour.com. The tour is scheduled to kick off mid-April and run through end of May. The lineup is as follows: Megadeth, In Flames, Children Of Bodom, Job For A Cowboy, and High On Fire. Tour dates to be revealed soon. Dave Mustaine: "The breaking news is we are going to have five bands this year, instead of eight. The decision to drop it down from eight bands to five was based on timing, set lengths, stage sizes, unions, and most importantly allowing 'us' — the musicians — to deliver to 'you' — the fans — the best shows we can." MORE