Alaska State Fair 2026 · Concert
Megadeth
Thrash metal legends — 'Symphony of Destruction' at the Alaska State Fair
Year
2026 lineup
Genre
Thrash Metal / Heavy Metal
Home
Los Angeles, CA
Active since
1983
Megadeth are one of the Big Four of thrash metal, formed in 1983 by Dave Mustaine after his departure from Metallica. With over 50 million albums sold worldwide, albums like 'Peace Sells... but Who's Buying?' (1986) and 'Countdown to Extinction' (1992) are genre landmarks. Their technical musicianship and Mustaine's acerbic worldview have kept them relevant across four decades.
The Big Four connection
Megadeth, Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax are the Big Four of thrash metal — the bands that defined the genre in the 1980s and built a global heavy metal movement. Of the four, Megadeth is arguably the most technically demanding.
The catalog
'Peace Sells,' 'Symphony of Destruction,' 'Sweating Bullets,' 'Holy Wars... The Punishment Due' — Megadeth's catalog is massive and the live show covers the classics alongside deeper cuts for hardcore fans.
Pro tip
Expect a loud, long, technically ferocious set. Bring ear protection if you're not used to high-volume metal shows — it's the courteous thing to do and protects your hearing.
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