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Artist profile · 05/07/2026

Megadeth

Los AngelesFormed in 1983Black Metal19 vinyl albums
Megadeth formed in Los Angeles in 1983, specializing in thrash and heavy metal. They are among the leading bands in their genre with over 2 million listeners and 21 vinyl titles on the market.
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About

More than 20 vinyl releases including key albums with original and limited editions at evolving prices.

Megadeth started as a thrash metal band in Los Angeles in 1983, founded by guitarist and vocalist Dave Mustaine alongside bassist David Ellefson. The band has been a major player in the American metal scene ever since, exploring styles including thrash, heavy, speed, and black metal. Their vinyl catalog features studio albums, live recordings, and special editions with a strong collector interest.

With over 20 titles available on vinyl, including recent releases like the 2026 self-titled LP from BLKIIBLK Records, Megadeth's work spans from early seminal albums like "Peace Sells... But Who's Buying?" to the 2022 "The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!". Their vinyl prices show a wide range reflecting edition types, pressed countries, and collector demand.

Discography

Megadeth discography

Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.

Live Trax

Live Trax

Megadeth

1997Live
  • Vinyl
  • CD 1
  • Cassette
Live Trax II

Live Trax II

Megadeth

1998Live
  • Vinyl
  • CD
  • Cassette
Capitol Punishment: The Megadeth Years

Capitol Punishment: The Megadeth Years

Megadeth

2000Compilation
  • Vinyl
  • CD 3
  • Cassette 1
Rude Awakening

Rude Awakening

Megadeth

2002Live
  • Vinyl
  • CD 4
  • Cassette 1
Unplugged in Philly

Unplugged in Philly

Megadeth

2004Live
  • Vinyl
  • CD
  • Cassette
Extended Versions

Extended Versions

Megadeth

2007Live
  • Vinyl
  • CD
  • Cassette
Rust in Peace: Live

Rust in Peace: Live

Megadeth

2010Live
  • Vinyl
  • CD 2
  • Cassette
Countdown to Extinction: Live

Countdown to Extinction: Live

Megadeth

2013Live
  • Vinyl
  • CD 3
  • Cassette
Losing Game

Losing Game

Megadeth

2025Live
  • Vinyl
  • CD
  • Cassette

Data provided by Discogs

Listen

Signature songs

  1. 01Symphony of Destruction
  2. 02Hangar 18
  3. 03Tornado of Souls
  4. 04Peace Sells
  5. 05Angry Again
  6. 06A Tout le Monde
  7. 07Take No Prisoners
  8. 08Holy Wars...The Punishment Due

Essentials

3 Megadeth albums you need to own

Our picks, approved by the editors.

  1. #1 · 2026
    LP, Album

    Megadeth

    The latest self-titled release on BLKIIBLK Records with 11 tracks, including "Tipping Point" and "Ride The Lightning", available in original and limited picture disc editions.

    11 tracksUSA & Europe pressingsCat no BB LP 1532Price range €26-58
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  2. #2 · 2022
    LP, Album, Limited Edition

    The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!

    A 12-track album with multiple vinyl versions including numbered limited editions, released on UMe, blending speed and thrash metal elements.

    12 tracksLimited/numered editionsPressings US and EuropePrice range €17-35
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  3. #3 · 2016
    LP, Album, Misprint

    Dystopia

    An album heavily sought in its original LP and misprint picture disc editions, with notable tracks like "The Threat Is Real" and "Dystopia", blending heavy and thrash metal.

    11 tracksMisprint and picture disc editionsLabel TradecraftPrice range €43-453
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B-side

B-side: the hidden stories of Megadeth

Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.

01Studio

Formation in Los Angeles by Dave Mustaine in 1983

Megadeth was formed in June 1983 in Los Angeles by guitarist and vocalist Dave Mustaine shortly after his departure from Metallica, with bassist David Ellefson completing the founding lineup.

1983Los Angeles
02Discography

More than 3,100 official releases

Megadeth's discography on vinyl and CD counts over 3,100 releases worldwide, including studio albums, live recordings, and multiple vinyl pressings with considerable collector interest.

2024Global
03Vinyl Pressings

2026 USA & Europe pressing of the self-titled album

The 2026 'Megadeth' album was released in the USA and Europe on BLKIIBLK Records as LPs and limited picture disc editions with catalogue numbers BB LP 1532 and BB LP 1532ZOE.

2026USA & Europe
After extensive rehabilitation, the band reformed in 2004 following Dave Mustaine's severe arm injury.
— Band history
05Live Recordings

The 2000 'Holy Wars - Live' broadcast on vinyl

Holy Wars - Live 2000 was captured as a broadcast recording and issued on vinyl by Fallen Angel, an example of the band's live performance releases.

2000Unknown
06Label

Universal Music releases key albums

Universal Music has released several of Megadeth's albums on vinyl, including recent ones like "Countdown To Extinction" and "The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!", ensuring wide availability.

2014-2022Various

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FAQ

FAQ

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

When was Megadeth formed and where?

Megadeth was formed in Los Angeles in 1983 by Dave Mustaine and David Ellefson after Mustaine left Metallica.

What are the main genres Megadeth is known for?

Megadeth is primarily known for thrash metal, heavy metal, speed metal, and has explored black metal influences.

How many vinyl albums does Megadeth have available on Vinyles.com?

There are 21 vinyl albums listed for Megadeth on Vinyles.com, covering studio, live, and special editions.

What are the price ranges for Megadeth vinyl albums?

Vinyl prices vary widely from approximately €17 to over €450, depending on edition rarity, pressing country, and format.

Which Megadeth vinyl album includes the track "Symphony of Destruction"?

"Symphony of Destruction" appears on the album "Countdown To Extinction" available on vinyl.

Are there any limited edition or picture disc Megadeth vinyls?

Yes, several albums including "Dystopia" and "Th1rt3en" have limited edition and picture disc vinyl pressings.

Where can Megadeth vinyl records be pressed for the European market?

European pressings of Megadeth vinyl albums are issued by labels like BLKIIBLK Records and Tradecraft for editions such as the 2026 "Megadeth" and 2016 "Dystopia".

Which label released the 2022 album "The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!" on vinyl?

Universal Music Enterprises (UMe) released the 2022 album "The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!" on vinyl, including numbered limited editions.

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Sources & method

This profile is compiled by the vinyles.com editors from public sources and our marketplace.

  • WP
    Wikipedia
    Encyclopaedic data and biography
  • MB
    MusicBrainz
    Artist metadata, dates, type
  • DG
    Discogs
    Discography, pressings and market prices
  • LF
    Last.fm
    Listeners, plays, similar artists
  • VC
    Vinyles.com
    In-house catalog, prices and availability

Our method

  1. Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
  2. Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editors.
Last updated: 05/07/2026