Dave Mustaine Affirms Megadeth Continues To Advance With Teemu Mantysaari

JAKARTA - Dave Mustaine confirmed, Teemu Mroomysaari will continue to fill the position of main guitarist Megadeth in the future.

The Megadeh leader discussed the band's current line-up one day after guitarist Kiko Loureiro announced his decision to "expand" the leave period from touring activities.

In a statement on social media, Mustaine revealed Megadeth's future.

"Hi Droogies, last week I received a call from my colleague, Kiko Loureiro, and we spoke briefly. I asked him how it was about important issues that caused his absence from our previous turn, which was an important matter for him to be with his family," Mustaine opened.

"I want to inform you now about what Kiko shared with me. But, before I do, I want you to know that I love, respect, and fully support Kiko's decision. He has stressed his love for me, Megadeth, and all of you, our fans."

"As a reminder, Kiko had to leave the tour last August to handle some very important and personal family matters. He had a conflict but still respected it when I told him he had to go to take care of his family."

"He agreed but still worried about us which means the fans, and Megadeth. I told him at the time, 'Come on! Kiko, you'll never be able to get back time with your family, I know very well... I myself bear the consequences.' Finally, he agreed. "

"Kiko is a leading professional, a maestro and he doesn't want to hurt me or Megadeth," Mustaine continued. We found a solution to find a replacement at that time and that's when he presented and trained Teemu M Wayntysaari to take over. At first, this will only last until the first week of October 2023. However, things rarely go according to plan. "

"Tur 2023 has ended, and it's been a long and difficult time. Last year there were a large number of tours, and it seems that 2024 is preparing to be more intense, with an extensive tour commitment keeping us on the road for most of the year. We've been in talks with Kiko about this and it's all very positive in response."

"Kiko will continue to undergo a long hijab, due to our tough tour commitment next year and we will continue to move forward with Teemu Myhntysaari as guitarist for Megadeth."

"I would like to thank Kiko for his dedication and hard work over the past 9 years, helping us win the Grammys through Dystopia and the additional awards we have received on his latest album he Sick... The Dying...And The Dead," Mustaine added.. I can't do this without Kiko Loureiro.

"We hope all of you support Kiko in the next effort, and we would like to see you next year on the Killing Road tour. We have interesting plans to share with all of you in our next bulletin."

Although Mustaine's statement did not confirm that Loureiro was leaving Megadeth permanently, there was certainty in the leader's words and statements made earlier by Loureiro himself.

"My nine years with Megadeth have been an incredible journey, full of moments I feel so amazed countlessly."

"Unfortunately, the Grammy Award for Dystopia, Grammy nominations, and various awards for The Sick, The Dying, And The Dead are just a few of the interesting things. It's hard to reveal with the big words of this tour. I'm sure every heavy metal fan can appreciate how amazing it is to play and create music in a band that you listen to as you grow up, and share a stage with guitar legends like Dave Mustaine, along with phenomenal musicians like James LoMenzo and Dirk Verbeuren, not to mention our amazing crew."

"However, the most appreciated aspect of nine years is getting to know the extraordinary troops of loyal Megadeth fans around the world. Your dedication is inspiring, and I really admire and respect all of you."

"I love you so much see you guys again!"