RIFF039 - Megadeth - Countdown to Extinction

In this episode of Riffology, Neil and Chris dive into Megadeth’s 1992 masterpiece, Countdown to Extinction. From its politically charged themes to its razor-sharp riffs, this album marked a turning point for Dave Mustaine and company, catapulting them into mainstream metal success. The duo unpacks the creation of the album, the band’s transition from thrash metal pioneers to a more refined,...