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Most Interesting Megadeth Album Covers,
Megadeth is a thrash metal band that went through many lineup changes and a few stylistic changes as well. They have been on an indefinite hiatus since 2010, but their albums are still frequently bought in stores and online.
Megadeth’s albums are often released with interesting covers. Some of these album covers include fake album covers, pictures from the band’s live performances, or pieces of art from bands that influenced them like Iron Maiden and Metallica.
The album covers are the most interesting part of Megadeth albums. They are not just some artwork that moves the story forward, they give it life, drama, and style. This article discusses the most interesting Megadeth’s album covers ever made and ranks them according to their significance and level of creativity.
The Megadeth band has a long history in the music industry. They have released a total of 16 albums and their album covers are quite intriguing.
This list is in no way comprehensive, but it should give you a good idea of how many different ideas Megadeth has had over the years.
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#1 Youthanasia
Youthanasia is the sixth studio album by American heavy metal band Megadeth, released on November 1, 1994, through Capitol Records.
The album was a commercial success, peaking at number 5 on the Billboard 200 and being certified platinum by the RIAA. It also peaked at number 2 in Canada and number 7 in Germany. The album has sold over one million copies worldwide.
#2 Rust In Peace
Rust In Peace is the fourth studio album by American heavy metal band Megadeth. It was released on September 24, 1990 through Capitol Records.
Rust in Peace is an album that has been praised for its musical composition as well as its lyrical content. The lyrics are about nuclear war and the end of the world which gives it a very dark tone to it.
#3 Countdown to Extinction
Countdown to Extinction is the fifth studio album by American heavy metal band Megadeth, released on July 14, 1992, through Capitol Records.
The album is considered to be one of the most influential heavy metal albums of all time. It has been ranked as the best Megadeth album by many publications and fans.
#4 Cryptic Writings
Cryptic Writings is the seventh studio album by American heavy metal band Megadeth. Released on June 17, 1997 through Capitol Records, it was the band's last studio album to feature drummer Nick Menza.
The album was a departure from their previous album, Youthanasia, with the band's sound evolving from a more traditional heavy metal sound to one that incorporated elements of groove metal and industrial metal.
#5 The System Has Failed
The System Has Failed is the tenth studio album by American heavy metal band Megadeth, released on September 14, 2004.
The album's title track is about the end of society, which is an idea that Dave Mustaine has discussed in multiple songs from his career.
#6 Super Collider
The album was released in 2013 and was the fourteenth studio album of their career.
The album starts with "Kingmaker," a song that is 4 minutes and 34 seconds long. The song starts with an orchestral intro that leads into a hard rock riff. The song also has some more melodic moments, with the chorus being one of them. "Kingmaker" has a lot of tempo changes throughout its duration, making it one of the more diverse songs on the album.
#7 Rude Awakening
Rude Awakening is the first live album by American heavy metal band Megadeth. The album was released by Sanctuary Records in 2002.
The album is often considered to be one of the band's best albums due to its musical diversity. It includes many different styles of music including thrash metal, hard rock and acoustic ballads.
#8 Arsenal of Megadeth
Arsenal of Megadeth is a DVD by American heavy metal band Megadeth, released on March 21, 2006 via Capitol.
The album is a collection of 13 songs. It was recorded with the intention of being released as a greatest hits album.
