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: Originally intended as a Mustaine solo album, this release brought back original guitarist Chris Poland for studio sessions, resulting in a triumphant return to form with tracks like "Kick the Chair."

Political, aggressive, and fiercely fast. Tracks like Washington Is Next! proved Megadeth could still match the energy of younger modern metal bands.

Recorded during a period of heavy substance abuse and lineup instability—introducing Jeff Young on guitar and Chuck Behler on drums—this album is raw, dark, and uneven, yet highly influential. "In My Darkest Hour," written the day Mustaine learned of Cliff Burton’s death, remains an emotional masterpiece. The album also features the anti-censorship anthem "Hook in Mouth" and a polarizing cover of the Sex Pistols' "Anarchy in the U.K." The Golden Era and Commercial Peak (1990–1999) Rust in Peace (1990)

Introducing Lamb of God drummer Chris Adler and Angra guitarist Kiko Loureiro, Dystopia was a massive critical triumph. The title track won Megadeth their long-awaited, first-ever Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance, cementing their status as enduring icons of the genre. The Sick, the Dying... and the Dead! (2022)

Considered by many to be a late-career renaissance. With blistering speed and incredibly technical playing by guitarist Chris Broderick, Endgame won "Best Thrash Metal Album" at the Metal Storm Awards. Tracks like "Head Crusher" are relentless.