Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine is diagnosed with Throat Cancer

Dave Mustaine 2019 cancer

Megadeth’s leader Dave Mustaine revealed in social networks that he was diagnosed with Throat Cancer. The singer and guitarist posted a statement and said that treatment has already begun and has a 90% success rate. He also said that Kiko Loureiro, David Ellefson and Dirk Verbeuren will continue on studio working on the band’s new album.

He said:

“I’ve been diagnosed with throat cancer. It’s clearly something to be respected and faced head on – but I’ve faced obstacles before. I’m working closely with my doctors, and we’ve mapped out a treatment plan which they feel has a 90% success rate. Treatment has already begun.”
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“Unfortunately, this requires that we cancel most shows this year. The 2019 Megacruise will happen, and the band will be a part of it in some form. All up to date information will be at megadeth.com as we get it. Megadeth will be back on the road ASAP.”
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“Meanwhile, Kiko, David, Dirk and I are in the studio, working on the follow up to Dystopia – which I can’t wait for everyone to hear.”
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“I’m so thankful for my whole team – family, doctors, band members, trainers, and more.”
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“I’ll keep everyone posted.”
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“See you soon,
Dave Mustaine”

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