Megadeth founder and frontman Dave Mustaine has announced that the long-running metal band’s forthcoming album and 2026 tour will be their last.

The group has maintained a devout following of millions of fans for over 40 years, and their most recent album, The Sick, the Dying… and the Dead! debuted at No. 3 on Billboard’s 200 Albums chart back in 2022. Mustaine will also release a memoir next year, the group confirmed, with more details expected in the coming months.

Mustaine and the band have yet to reveal the final album’s title, release date or the band’s remaining tour dates. His statement continued, with the frontman writing that now is the perfect time for the band to release a final album and embark on their final tour.