Megadeth launched their Latin American Crush The World tour on Saturday, April 6, at Arena 1 in Lima, Peru. Fan-filmed video, as well as a video report from Latina Noticias, can be found below.
Setlist:
"The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!" (live debut)
"Dread And The Fugitive Mind"
"Devil's Island" (first time since 2014)
"Hangar 18"
"Wake Up Dead"
"In My Darkest Hour"
"Sweating Bullets"
"Hook In Mouth"
"Trust"
"Tornado Of Souls"
"A tout le monde"
"Symphony Of Destruction"
"Peace Sells"
"Mechanix"
"Holy Wars... The Punishment Due"
In a once-in-a-lifetime event for heavy metal fans worldwide, Megadeth is gearing up to set the stage on fire with a two-night livestream extravaganza, broadcasting on Veeps directly from their sold-out shows at Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires on Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14.
The legendary metal pioneers will unleash a sonic assault with unique sets each night, showcasing the relentless innovation that has defined their sound for over four decades. Fans will also have the exclusive opportunity to snag Megadeth merch, including a poster and a limited edition tee, that will only be available for purchase on Veeps during the livestream.
Veeps All Access subscribers can access the shows for free as part of their subscription, otherwise tickets are on sale for $14.99 for each show or $24.99 for both shows on veeps.com.
Since its inception in 1983, Megadeth has ascended from its raw thrash metal roots to become an unstoppable force in the heavy metal world. With founder Dave Mustaine at the helm, Megadeth’s journey has been marked by a penchant for pushing the boundaries of speed, technicality, and complexity in their music. Their groundbreaking album Rust In Peace, released in 1990, is frequently cited as a seminal work in the thrash metal genre. Along with the critically acclaimed Peace Sells... But Who's Buying?, it cemented Megadeth's place in the annals of metal history.
Over four decades, the band's discography has earned numerous certifications, including platinum and multi-platinum awards, with albums like Countdown To Extinction and Youthanasia achieving widespread critical acclaim. 2016’s Dystopia not only marked a high point with their first Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance after twelve nominations but also set the stage for their latest triumph, The Sick, The Dying... And The Dead! in 2022. Megadeth’s status as part of the "Big Four" of thrash metal underscores their trailblazing role in the genre, laying the groundwork for countless bands and musicians who have followed in their wake.
Megadeth: Live From Buenos Aires will be available for free for Veeps All Access subscribers, or fans can buy an individual show ticket for $14.99 or a ticket to view both shows for $24.99 at veeps.com. The shows will air LIVE on Veeps on April 13 and April 14 at approximately 9 PM, Argentina Time (ART). The shows will be available on Veeps for two years after the original air dates, with a 7-day rewatch period for individual ticket purchasers.
About Veeps: Veeps is the world’s leading streaming platform for live music and entertainment where fans can connect with their favorite artists through live and on-demand concerts, comedy shows, and more. Launched in 2018 by Joel and Benji Madden, Veeps has streamed performances to millions of viewers worldwide for thousands of artists including Billie Eilish, Bob Dylan, Brandi Carlile, Chris Stapleton, Foo Fighters, and Kings of Leon. Veeps has been named a Fast Company World’s Most Innovative Company, nominated for an Emmy, and holds the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest ticketed livestream performance by a solo male artist. Veeps content is available via veeps.com and apps on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, and Android. Veeps is a part of Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV).
About All Access: Veeps All Access is the first music subscription service to offer premium quality concerts and live music entertainment, connecting artists with fans when they can’t be in the crowd. Subscribers will have unlimited access to hundreds of upcoming live and on-demand performances each year, exclusive Veeps-only artist content, merch drops, and more for $11.99 a month, or an annual fee of $120. It’s your all-access pass to a show, every night, wherever you are.
