Megadeth Performs Metallica's 'Ride the Lightning' Live for First Time

Metal band Megadeth performed Metallica's "Ride the Lightning," a song co-written by frontman Dave Mustaine, live for the first time, having recorded a cover for their upcoming 2026 farewell album.

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Megadeth Rip Through Metallica’s ‘Ride the Lightning’ for the First Time Live

The metal greats recorded a cover of the song — which frontman Dave Mustaine co-wrote — for their 2026 farewell album, Megadeth

By Kory Grow

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Megadeth Performs Metallica's 'Ride the Lightning' Live for First Time

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