Group still plans to attend 2019 Megacruise
Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine has been diagnosed with throat cancer, forcing the group to cancel most 2019 tour dates. The thrash metalhead made the announcement via social media on Monday (June 17th), stating he’s planning to fully recover.
“I’ve been diagnosed with throat cancer. It’s clearly something to be respected and faced head on – but I’ve faced obstacles before. I’m working closely with my doctors, and we’ve mapped out a treatment plan which they feel has a 90% success rate. Treatment has already begun,” Mustaine shares.
“Unfortunately, this requires that we cancel most shows this year. The 2019 Megacruise will happen, and the band will be a part of it in some form. All up to date information will be at megadeth.com as we get it. Megadeth will be back on the road ASAP.
“Meanwhile, Kiko, David, Dirk and I are in the studio, working on the follow up to Dystopia – which I can’t wait for everyone to hear.
“I’m so thankful for my whole team – family, doctors, band members, trainers, and more.
“I’ll keep everyone posted.”
On July 26th, the group will reissue United Abominations, Endgame and TH1RT3EN on CD, vinyl and digital platforms. Each reissue contains rare bonus tracks.
