SPV/Steamhammer has set to release "Gigantour" deluxe 2-CD set, (October 2 in Europe and September 29 in Germany). The set captures 2005's heavy metal onslaught that was hailed as the best metal bill of the year, with Revolver magazine calling it "the mother of all shred fests." Organized by Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine as a tour featuring "only bands whose musicianship matches their ability to melt faces with sheer volume and power" (Miami Herald), "Gigantour" features unforgettable performances by Megadeth, Dream Theather and Fear Factory as well as Anthrax (CD only), Nevermore, Life Of Agony, Symphony X, Dry Kill Logic and Bobaflex.

"There are a few very successful tours out each summer and in order to be significant, I knew the first Gigantour had to make an impact with top bands," says Mustaine. The six-week tour ? with bands personally chosen by Mustaine ? was designed to help bring like-minded hard rock fans together at a reasonable price, with most tickets in the $40 range. "I wanted to put together a festival that consisted of positive bands that play heavy music in a high-energy environment," Mustaine said in the July '05 Guitar World. "I think the variety of playing styles and the credibility of the different players is really exciting."

Source:	blabbermouth.net
Band profile:	Megadeth
Event:	Gigantour 2006