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Megadeth confirm Dirk Verbeuren is new full-time drummer

15/07/2016 by skinbackalley, posted in News

Megadeth with Chris Adler, who drummed on latest album ‘Dystopia’

Megadeth have announced that Dirk Verbeuren has been taken on as their full time drummer.

The former Soilwork musician has been playing live with Megadeth since May as they continue their world tour in support of most recent album, Dystopia.

Verbeuren was hired in the temporary role on the recommendation of Lamb Of God sticksman Chris Adler, who played drums on Dystopia and has toured with Megadeth whenever his schedule has allowed.

Says Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine: “Chris’ contributions are sure to be felt for years to come. Megadeth has been revitalised by Chris’ playing, as well as his excellent suggestion of Dirk to drum with us.

“Tremendous thanks to Chris – and a big welcome to Dirk.”

Says Vebeuren of his new role: “Dave, David Ellefson and Kiko Loureiro, I’m thankful for your warm welcome, and thrilled at the opportunity to perform and create badass music with you. Chris, thank you for introducing me to Megadeth, and for your encouragement and support.”

Adler summarises the change of personnel thus: “It’s been an honour and a pleasure to join my favourite band of all time, and to be a part of their return to the top. I had an amazing time.

“There was no argument or drama, no hidden story. Megadeth needs and deserves a full-time drummer – and as much as I’d like to, I can’t be in two places at once.”

Megadeth are expected to release a video for their track “Post American World” in the near future after teasing it across the internet this week.

Former Soilwork drummer and new Megadeth sticksman, Dirk Verbeuren

Megadeth stream title track from new album ‘Dystopia’

08/01/2016 by skinbackalley, posted in News

Megadeth have shared a stream of the title track from their new album.

Dystopia is scheduled for release on the 22nd of January. It will be the band’s 15th LP and the follow up to 2013’s Super Collider. It is Dave Mustaine and Co’s first album with new guitarist Kiko Louriero and Lamb Of God drummer Chris Adler in a guest role.

Megadeth will head out on the road for a North American tour in February and are set to make an appearance at this year’s Download festival in the UK this summer.

You can listen to “Dystopia” below.

Megadeth release animated video for ‘The Threat Is Real’

16/12/2015 by skinbackalley, posted in News

Megadeth have released an animated video for their track “The Threat Is Real.”

The video follows the streaming of previous track “Fatal Illusion”, both of which are set to feature on the band’s new album, Dystopia, scheduled for release on the 22nd of January.

“The Threat Is Real” was recently released as a 12-inch vinyl single as part of Record Store Day’s Black Friday event. It featured Megadeth’s cover of FEAR’s “Foreign Policy” on the B-side.

Says Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine of Dystopia: “I’ve had this outlook for a long time that the world is a really good place with some bad people in it. If you were to take a consensus of people, they know the difference between right and wrong.

“But lately there’s been a decline in how people treat one another. That’s where Dystopia comes in. If people start loving each other and helping those in need – when that becomes more important than power, fame or money – then I think we’re going to be okay.”

Check out the new video for “The Threat Is Real” below:

Megadeth stream new track ‘The Threat Is Real’

27/11/2015 by skinbackalley, posted in News

Megadeth are streaming their new track “The Threat Is Real.”

The song is the lead track from the band’s new album, Dystopia, due for release on the 16th of January 2016.

“The Threat Is Real” is being released as a 12-inch vinyl single as part of Record Store Day’s Black Friday event. It features a B-side of the band’s cover of FEAR’s “Foreign Policy.”

“But lately there’s been a decline in how people treat one another. That’s where Dystopia comes in. If people start loving each other and helping those in need – when that becomes more important than power, fame or money – then I think we’re going to be okay.”

Megadeth stream new single ‘Fatal Illusion’ and confirm title for new album

02/10/2015 by skinbackalley, posted in News

Megadeth are streaming their new track “Fatal Illusion.”

The song is taken from the band’s new studio album, Dystopia, expected to be released on the 22nd of January.

“Fatal Illusion” will be released as a single on the 16th of October.

Dystopia is Megadeth’s 15th LP and the follow up to 2013’s Super Collider. It will be Dave Mustaine and Co’s first album with new guitarist Kiko Louriero and Lamb Of God drummer Chris Adler in a guest role. Adler will pull double duties when Megadeth and Lamb Of God tour the UK together in November.

You can listen to “Fatal Illusion” below.