Megadeth Let There Be Shred Single Out Now
Thrash legends Megadeth roar into their farewell era with “Let There Be Shred!,” the third single from their self-titled final studio album, released December 19, 2025. Directed by Keith Leman (who helmed “I Don’t Care”), the video blends blistering live performance with Dave Mustaine in an MMA showdown – tribute to sensei Benny “The Jet” Urquidez and professor Reggie Almieda. As Mustaine declares: “When Megadeth started we said we would be fast and furious… This song is fast and furious. Know it! It has a very hooky chorus… In the end, we got the balance of shredding and ass kicking just right!”
The track – a “tsunami of sound” with jaw-dropping riffs – follows “Tipping Point” (Oct 3) and “I Don’t Care” (Nov 14), building to the Jan 23, 2026 album via Tradecraft/BLKIIBLK. Bonus: Reimagined “Ride the Lightning” (Mustaine co-wrote for Metallica). Pre-order now; events ramp up for the end.
Let There Be Shred: Single & Video Breakdown
Rapid-fire thrash manifesto opens with lyrics: “On the day I was born, a guitar in my hands / The heavens rumbled a thunderous command.” Hooky chorus demands air guitar/headbanging. Stream: Major platforms
Megadeth Self-Titled Final Album: Tracklist & Details
17th & last LP, produced by Mustaine/Chris Rakestraw.
| # | Track | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tipping Point | Lead single |
| 2 | I Don’t Care | Second single |
| 3 | Hey, God?! | |
| 4 | Let There Be Shred | Third single |
| 5 | Puppet Parade | |
| 6 | Another Bad Day | |
| 7 | Made to Kill | |
| 8 | Obey the Call | |
| 9 | I Am War | |
| 10 | The Last Note | |
| Ride the Lightning | Bonus (Mustaine co-write) |
Pre-order: megadeth.com – vinyl/CD/cassette.
Current lineup:
- Dave Mustaine: Vocals/Guitar
- Teemu Mäntysaari: Lead/Rhythm/Acoustic Guitars
- James LoMenzo: Bass
- Dirk Verbeuren: Drums
January 2026 Farewell Celebrations
- Jan 17: Let There Be Shred Immersive Listening Event – La Vergne, TN (acoustic set, Q&A, guitar talk w/ Gibson CEO, photo ops, dinner/merch).
- Jan 22: Megadeth: Behind The Mask – Global cinema (1,000+ screens, 35+ countries) w/ full album premiere + Mustaine interview/track-by-track.
Farewell Tour Kickoff: Canadian Dates Feb-Mar 2026
North American headline run starts Feb 15 (more global dates TBA).
Select confirmed:
- Feb 15: Victoria, BC
- Feb 17: Abbotsford, BC
- Feb 18: Kelowna, BC
- Feb 20: Calgary, AB
- Feb 21: Edmonton, AB
- Feb 24: Saskatoon, SK
- Feb 25: Winnipeg, MB
- Feb 28: London, ON
- Mar 1: Ottawa, ON
- Mar 3: Halifax, NS
- Mar 4: Moncton, NB
- Mar 6: Quebec City, QC
Tickets: megadeth.com/tour.
FAQ: Megadeth Let There Be Shred & Final Album Essentials
When was Let There Be Shred released?
December 19, 2025 – third single w/ MMA-themed video.
What’s the final Megadeth album release date?
January 23, 2026 – self-titled, via Tradecraft/BLKIIBLK.
Is this Megadeth’s last album?
Yes – announced August 2025; farewell tour follows.
What events celebrate the album?
Jan 17 TN immersive; Jan 22 global cinema Behind The Mask.
When does the farewell tour start?
Feb 15, 2026 – Canadian headline dates confirmed.
Megadeth’s endgame thrashes harder than ever – “Let There Be Shred” ignites the farewell fire. Pre-order, book events/tickets – thrash eternal! Favorite era? Comment below.
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