Dave Mustaine Departs from Megadeth and Launches New Band ‘Fallen Towers’

• Dave Mustaine Departs from Megadeth and Launches New Band ‘Fallen Towers’

In a move that has taken the heavy metal world by storm, Dave Mustaine has officially announced his departure from Megadeth, the band he founded in 1983 and led for over four decades. The iconic frontman and guitarist revealed on Friday that he is stepping away from the legendary thrash metal outfit to begin a brand-new chapter with a new project titled Fallen Towers.

“Megadeth has been an incredible journey,” Mustaine shared in a statement. “But it’s time for me to explore a new sound, a new energy. Fallen Towers is not just a band — it’s a rebirth.”

Sources close to Mustaine say that Fallen Towers will take a heavier, more experimental approach than his previous work, combining classic thrash roots with progressive and darker tones. While details about the lineup remain under wraps, fans can expect high-profile collaborations and a return to the raw aggression that defined Megadeth’s early albums.

Mustaine’s departure comes at a pivotal time, following a successful run of tours and the release of The Sick, The Dying… and the Dead! in 2022. While Megadeth’s future without its founding member is uncertain, many fans are already rallying behind his new project.

Industry insiders speculate that Fallen Towers will release its debut single before the end of the year, with a full album and world tour in early 2026.

“I’m not done,” Mustaine said. “I’m just getting started — again.”

As the metal community processes the end of an era, anticipation for what Mustaine brings next is already reaching a fever pitch. One thing is certain: Dave Mustaine may have left Megadeth, but he’s far from finished with metal.