Even during the festival summer, concertgoers don’t have to leave their warm sofa at home – thanks to Arte. Because this weekend the cultural channel is calling again with amazing live music – a little earlier.
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So on the night from Thursday to Friday it’s already hot and new Megadeth-Show to see. Because to shines July 9, 2026 one 12:50 am guest performance by recognized thrash titans on Hell Festival from this year. Frontman, guitarist and founding member Dave Mustaine and company are currently on a farewell tour with the band’s latest studio album in their luggage.
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“In 2026, Hellfest will once again welcome over 280,000 metal fans from around the world who love music as loud as hell.”– Arte reports about the broadcast. “One of the most exciting bands this year is the American thrash metal band Megadeth, whose concert Arte is broadcasting on television. Megadeth was founded in Los Angeles in 1983 by guitarist and singer Dave Mustaine. The group is considered one of the world’s leading thrash metal formations and, along with Metallica, Slayer and Anthrax, is one of the so-called big four of this movement, which emerged in the eighties and had a lasting influence on extreme metal scene.
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Over the decades, Megadeth have developed an instantly recognizable sonic identity, characterized by a deft combination of instrumental virtuosity, complex compositions and sharp riffs. Technical precision, thoughtful lyrics and Dave Mustaine’s signature voice give the band’s albums iconic status. After a 40-year career, 16 studio albums and over 40 million records sold, Megadeth remains one of the most influential metal bands in the world.
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Appearing at Hellfest 2026 is a special moment in the band’s history. According to their own statements, their latest album, MEGADETH, is also their last and marks the end of an important chapter in thrash metal. That’s why fans were looking forward to the festival, knowing that they would be there for one of the last concerts of this epoch-making metal formation.” Those interested will be able to watch Megadeth’s show at Hellfest 2026 either on regular television or in the Arte media library.
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