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|style =Trash Metal
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'''Megadeth''' is an American [[thrash metal]]/[[heavy metal]] band formed in 1983 by former [[Metallica]] guitarist [[Dave Mustaine]].<ref>[http://wm10.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&searchlink=MEGADETH&sql=11:jifixqe5ldfe~T1 Biography as All Music Guide]</ref> They are credited, along with [[Metallica]], [[Anthrax (band)|Anthrax]] and [[Slayer]], with pioneering the thrash metal movement of the early to mid 80s.
'''Megadeth''' is an American [[thrash metal]]/[[heavy metal]] band formed in 1983 by former [[Metallica]] guitarist [[Dave Mustaine]].<ref>[http://wm10.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&searchlink=MEGADETH&sql=11:jifixqe5ldfe~T1 Biography as All Music Guide]</ref> They are credited, along with [[Metallica]], [[Anthrax (band)|Anthrax]] and [[Slayer]], with pioneering the thrash metal movement of the early to mid 80s. They are known for their technically complex guitar work and musicianship throughout their career.
Megadeth has had many guitarists, drummers and bassists throughout their career, with only Mustaine sticking through the whole time. David Ellefson, the last original member remaining in the band except for Mustaine got fired in the band in 2021 for allegations of sexual misconduct.
Megadeth has sold over 38 million copies worldwide.<ref>https://radio.foxnews.com/2016/12/19/megadeths-dave-mustaine-id-like-to-win-a-grammy-for-dystopia/</ref>
==Current lineup==
==Current lineup==
*Kiko Louriero (guitars)
*Kiko Louriero (guitars)
*Dirk Verbeuren (drums)
*Dirk Verbeuren (drums)
*Dave Ellefson (bass)
*James LoMenzo (bass)
==Discography==
==Discography==