All 17 Megadeth Album Covers Graded & Ranked From WORST to BEST

Grafikmetal grades and ranks all 17 Megadeth album art covers throughout their legendary career of 43 years from 1983 - 2026. We also give notes, stories, and ideas regarding the intent and possible hidden meanings of the original, actual, and reissue album art covers, and in some cases, give suggestions on how they could have been improved. This is a must-watch episode for any fan of Megadeth, metal music, or anyone who appreciates album art covers and art in general. SUBSCRIBE TO CHANNEL    / @grafikmetal   GET OUR MERCH 👕 New Merch Avail at: www.grafikmetal.com SUPPORT US 💸 DONATE: https://ko-fi.com/grafikmetal HIRE US We would love to work with you, your band, or idea/project. Email us at: [email protected] Megadeth is an American thrash metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1983 by vocalist and guitarist Dave Mustaine. Known for their technically complex guitar work and musicianship, Megadeth is one of the "big four" of American thrash metal—along with Slayer, Anthrax, and Metallica—and is credited with helping to develop and popularize the genre. Their music features intricate arrangements, fast rhythm sections, dual lead guitars, and lyrical themes such as war, politics, religion, death, and personal relationships. Since 1983, the band has sold over 50 million albums among their 16 studio albums, with their 17th and final self -titled release coming next Friday, January 23, 2026. Their discography of albums includes: Killing Is My Business... and Business Is Good! (1985) Peace Sells... but Who's Buying? (1986) So Far, So Good... So What! (1988) Rust in Peace (1990) Countdown to Extinction (1992) Youthanasia (1994) Cryptic Writings (1997) Risk (1999) The World Needs a Hero (2001) The System Has Failed (2004) United Abominations (2007) Endgame (2009) Thirteen (2011) Super Collider (2013) Dystopia (2016) The Sick, the Dying... and the Dead! (2022) Megadeth (2026) Megadeth has undergone frequent lineup changes throughout its 42-year career, with Mustaine being the sole consistent member of the band. The current lineup includes: Dave Mustaine – guitars, lead vocals (1983–2002, 2004–present) James LoMenzo – bass, backing vocals (2006–2010, 2021–present) Dirk Verbeuren – drums (2016–present) Teemu Mäntysaari – guitars, backing vocals (2023–present) Other notable members include: David Ellefson - bass, backing vocals (1983–20022010–2021) Nick Menza - drums (1989–1998, 2004) Marty Friedman - guitars (1990–2000) Shawn Drover - drums (2004–2014) Chris Broderick - guitars (2008–2014) Kiko Loureiro - guitars (2015–2023) The artist we go over who designed each of the 17 albums of Megadeth, we go over on this episode include: Hugh Syme Blake Armstrong, aka Space Boy Comics Brent Elliott White John Lorenzi Mike Learn #megadeth #thrashmetal #davemustaine #speedmetal #metal #albumcover Megadeth,DaveMustaine,megadethfinalalbum,megadethfinaltour,megadeth2026,megadethlatestalbum,megadethnewalbum,megadeth2026tour,VicRattlehead,TheConjuring,Metallica,JamesHetfield,LarsUlrich,HughSyme,BlakeArmstrong,SpaceBoyComics