MEGADETH

4th album from 1990 by American Thrash Metal legends MEGADETH and one of the most influential, acclaimed and technically impressive releases in the history of Thrash Metal. Released after "So Far, So Good... So What!", "Rust in Peace" marked the recording debut of the legendary lineup featuring Dave Mustaine, David Ellefson, Marty Friedman and Nick Menza, widely regarded by many fans as the definitive incarnation of the band. This edition also includes 4 bonus tracks, adding even greater value to one of the most important albums ever released within the genre.

Within the band's catalog, "Rust in Peace" is almost universally regarded as MEGADETH's masterpiece and one of the defining achievements of Thrash Metal. The combination of lightning-fast riffs, complex arrangements, sophisticated songwriting and the extraordinary guitar work of Marty Friedman pushed the technical boundaries of the genre to new heights. At the same time, the band maintained an impressive ability to craft memorable and accessible compositions within an extremely demanding musical framework. More than three decades after its release, the album remains an absolute benchmark and a major influence on countless Thrash Metal and Metal bands worldwide.

Recommended for fans of: TESTAMENT, FORBIDDEN, HEATHEN, CORONER, ANNIHILATOR.