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Megadeth - Rust In Peace



9.3 | 3247 votes |
Release date: 24 September 1990
Style: Thrash metal

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01. Holy Wars...The Punishment Due
02. Hangar 18
03. Take No Prisoners
04. Five Magics
05. Poison Was The Cure
06. Lucretia
07. Tornado Of Souls
08. Dawn Patrol
09. Rust In Peace...Polaris
10. My Creation [2004 re-released bonus]
11. Rust In Peace...Polaris [demo] [2004 re-released bonus]
12. Holy Wars...The Punishment Due [demo] [2004 re-released bonus]
13. Take No Prisoners [demo] [2004 re-released bonus]

Top 20 albums of 1990: 1
Top 200 albums of all time: 2

Additional info
Re-released in 2004

Guest review by
Gorey
Rating:
10
1990 is a year to be remembered in the history of heavy metal. And it has to be said that the US Megadeth have made a lot for it with the launch of their cataclysmic opus, Rust In Peace. After three albums of good quality the four guys decided to release a (nuclear) bomb that has become a landmark in the metal world.
Dave Mustaine publicly reveals his genius, accompanied by his old mate Dave Ellefson. For this album, Mustaine has hired a new guitarist, Marty Friedman, and a drummer, Nick Menza. The first impression when you hear this album, is its pure, almost uncontrolled strength, that changes every riff into an earthquake.The guitars are omnipresent, they rhythm, without any moment of weakness, the lyrics, resolutely anti military and full of nuclear apocalypse. In this point of view, the excellent ?Holy wars? is a titanic opening. This track can be considered as a symbol of all the rage and determination that the album contains, as it combines heavy repeating riffs and guitar flights. This only track can justify the purchase of this album. Because it's a boost that allows the other tracks to be linked together with a great fluidity.

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published 22.09.2003 | Comments (52)

Guest review by
Arian Totalis
Rating:
9.5
The year is 1990, and the 80's thrash scene will soon fade into the backdrop. There seems to be no hope for this genre beyond but a few bands, but only one of these bands was needed; Megadeth. Since the last album, Dave have ousted Chuck Behler and Jeff Young, and replaced them with Nick Menza and Guitar Giant Marty Friedman. With Political and Societal themes ready to launch, Megadeth was ready to make their fans Rust in Peace.

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published 17.01.2009 | Comments (21)

24.09.2020
Exactly 30 years ago, on September 24th, Rust In Peace was unleashed upon the world and had the impact of an atomic bomb. Just before thrash metal's demise, Megadeth released a magnificent masterpiece that was at the same time so aggressive yet dexterous, so catchy yet progressive, so melodic yet gritty, that it would be considered groundbreaking even if it was released today. Alongside the two Daves, Rust in Peace was the first Megadeth album to feature lead guitarist Marty Friedman and the late Nick Menza on drums, thus undoubtedly forming the most talented line-up the band ever had. Titles like "Holy Wars... The Punishment Due", "Hangar 18", and "Tornado Of Souls" are carved with golden letters on the Book of Thrash's Legendary Tracks. To be consumed incessantly and irresponsibly until nuclear warfare wipes us off the face of this planet.

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16.11.2013 - 18:31
Rating: 10
salah mustain
Great composition
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08.12.2013 - 16:25
Rating: 10
salah mustain
The best of the best
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22.12.2013 - 16:01
BlackShade
I fucking hate Mustaine.
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23.12.2013 - 09:11
Rating: 10
Angelic Storm
Melodious
Written by deadone on 23.12.2013 at 00:11

Now that was a pointless little comment.


Indeed. I think Dave is an idiot, but that does not prevent this album (or indeed, any of Megadeth's other classic albums) from being great. Same as how Glen Benton being a grade A fool doesn't stop their first few albums from being death metal classics.
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03.04.2014 - 21:17
Rating: 10
bblitz
Written by AtrumHiberna on 10.06.2013 at 15:42

Dave Mustaine at a very recent interview he said that when he was playing the RIP songs live in the anniversary tour he was thinking "who was I was trying to impress back then?"... he actually said that. eeermmmm... maybe your fans Dave? who were you trying to impress when writing Super Collider then?
But then, if he had that attitude (who am I trying to impress) nowadays, maybe he would release again masterpieces like this one, or close to this
Not that I complain, he released albums like Endgame and The System has Failed, but no matter how great these albums are, they do not touch RIP or Peace Sells

Totally agreed.Dave can be a douchebag sometimes,he is tyrant and dictator in his band,one word
and whole line up could change within one hour,I don't know,maybe Chris Broderick or Dave Elleffson thought diifferent approach
to the last album but they know Dave has the first and last word,you know waht I mean...
As for this album,a masterpiece beyond belief.
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14.04.2014 - 23:37
Rating: 10
Coolingsrock
If you rate this a 1...then maybe you should get your head out ya ass son

Written by BlackShade on 22.12.2013 at 16:01

I fucking hate Mustaine.
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19.04.2014 - 05:19
Rating: 9
Sang Dalang Abu
If you get this album. Then you will know best thrash metal album. hail MEGADETH !!
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01.05.2014 - 09:38
Rating: 7
Rsrdaman
You know, I love thrash, I think Megadeth is pretty good, and I do think this is a great album, however there is one thing I disagree on. This album is #1 on MS? Really? When I hear "Greatest metal album of all time", I don't think of this, nor Megadeth at all. I don't get how anyone could think this is the best album in metal at all. Acts like Edge of Sanity, Agalloch, Opeth, Death, etc. make music that isn't about just your average "angry metal" sound, but go deeper into their music and make some profound connections which I feel makes truly great music that transcends above all others. So yeah, this album is now also #1 on the list of most overrated albums of all time.
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01.05.2014 - 16:33
Rating: 10
Alex F
Slick Dick Rick
Written by deadone on 01.05.2014 at 10:07

So you voted it a 1?

It's called vote abuse, and it's all too common on MS unfortunately
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01.05.2014 - 23:30
no one
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I would rather cut my ears off and full the holes with cement than listen to megadeth, but i don't see the point in voting for a band you can't stand...then again, if ones what he thinks it's what he thinks
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18.05.2014 - 16:27
Rating: 9
Sang Dalang Abu
Written by Guest on 01.05.2014 at 23:30

I would rather cut my ears off and full the holes with cement than listen to megadeth, but i don't see the point in voting for a band you can't stand...then again, if ones what he thinks it's what he thinks

Hmmmmm.....
can you give me your album? I want to listen it. Or you are retard*d
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21.05.2014 - 07:22
no one
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Written by Sang Dalang Abu on 18.05.2014 at 16:27

Written by Guest on 01.05.2014 at 23:30

I would rather cut my ears off and full the holes with cement than listen to megadeth, but i don't see the point in voting for a band you can't stand...then again, if ones what he thinks it's what he thinks

Hmmmmm.....
can you give me your album? I want to listen it. Or you are retard*d


yes i am a retard because (you might want to sit down for this) we don't all like the same music!
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21.05.2014 - 15:52
Rating: 10
raveneffect
Still, you spent time making that post...
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21.05.2014 - 23:16
no one
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Written by raveneffect on 21.05.2014 at 15:52

Still, you spent time making that post...

whats your point
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22.05.2014 - 21:41
Rating: 9
Sang Dalang Abu
Written by Guest on 21.05.2014 at 07:22

Written by Sang Dalang Abu on 18.05.2014 at 16:27

Written by Guest on 01.05.2014 at 23:30

I would rather cut my ears off and full the holes with cement than listen to megadeth, but i don't see the point in voting for a band you can't stand...then again, if ones what he thinks it's what he thinks

Hmmmmm.....
can you give me your album? I want to listen it. Or you are retard*d


yes i am a retard because (you might want to sit down for this) we don't all like the same music!

Please ,sorry my lack of respect. I just didn't understand why people (maybe someone like you) make bad point.
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22.05.2014 - 21:58
Rating: 9
Sang Dalang Abu
Written by deadone on 22.05.2014 at 02:37

Written by Guest on 21.05.2014 at 07:22


yes i am a retard because (you might want to sit down for this) we don't all like the same music!


What do you expect from people on this (or any other) forum?

At least Paw is direct with his lack of respect.

Sorry deadone my lack of respect sooooo interfere.
I just didn't understand why people always make a bad points to albums, bands or whatever...
But cheers I know you have big respect of comment.
sorry
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08.09.2014 - 10:49
Stunning Cactus
I, too, share the same confusion as to why this is the "best album of all time". How it is, however, makes perfect sense: popular band, popular album, lots of votes, voila.
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10.10.2014 - 10:09
Rating: 10
buff
Well deserved of its current #1 spot on the charts. This is an unbeatable fucking album and for the life of me I cannot help but to headbang whenever I throw it on.
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10.10.2014 - 10:58
Rating: 10
Listened to it again. Amazing album.
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"You travel within the glory of my memories, insect. I can feel your fear as you tread the endless expanse of my mind. Make yourself comfortable... before long I will decorate my home with your carcass."
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18.12.2014 - 18:03
Rating: 10
Toxik
Barelly impossible not to like this album
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28.12.2014 - 18:50
Rating: 9
Hex_Omega
Gem Seeker
Written by buff on 10.10.2014 at 10:09

Well deserved of its current #1 spot on the charts.

Not really. A very good album but it is overrated a bit. It is not even my favourite Megadeth album.
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10.01.2015 - 20:15
Oakdude
Love the riffs, everything is awesome exept the vocals, I cant stand his voice...
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02.02.2015 - 21:19
Muerda
Tis album would have been better if there were at the moment another vocalist, god, mustaine sucks at vocals
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02.02.2015 - 21:24
Pelos
Pure shit, mustaine vocals ruin everything in this record
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02.02.2015 - 21:26
!J.O.O.E.!
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Wow, this guy a fucking genius ^ then again, maybe 5 minutes IS enough before you start spamming your fake account?
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02.02.2015 - 21:27
Zap
Guest
^So subtle.
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02.02.2015 - 21:30
!J.O.O.E.!
Account deleted
The funny thing is that he must believe his two 1s / 10s are going to make any impact in the 2000+ votes on said albums. Perhaps he's planning a few more accounts.
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02.02.2015 - 21:32
Zap
Guest
No, the funny thing is that he gives a fuck.
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02.02.2015 - 21:34
!J.O.O.E.!
Account deleted
He REALLY cares: account no. 3 (at least): http://www.metalstorm.net/users/album_votes.php?user_id=154107
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02.02.2015 - 21:35
Fearmeister
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Why do people get so worked up about vocals in thrash metal?
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