Megadeth has released a video for their new song “Let There Be Shred,” which will be featured on their self-titled final album, set to be released on Jan. 23.

The track celebrates band leader Dave Mustaine’s early days as he helped shape the metal genre known as thrash.

The promotional video includes scenes of mixed martial arts combat, featuring Mustaine himself. It can be viewed below.

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“When Megadeth started, we said we would be fast and furious – we stated that on the flyers we distributed,” he remarked in a statement. “This song is fast and furious… It has a very catchy chorus that draws you in, and you can’t help but play air guitar and headbang.”

He further commented on the video: “It was a blast to create and it’s a tribute to my first sensei, Benny ‘The Jet’ Urquidez, and my professor, Reggie Almieda. Everyone on set was really excited to see each of us perform our stunts. In the end, we achieved the perfect balance of shredding and ass-kicking!”

Why Is Megadeth Saying Farewell?

Mustaine, 64, recently earned his black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He was already a black belt in Urquidez’s nine-style discipline and in Songham taekwondo, and has served as an instructor in the latter.

In August 2025, he announced that the upcoming Megadeth album would be their last, explaining: “There are many musicians who have reached the end of their careers, whether by accident or intention. Most do not get to exit on their own terms while still at the top, and that’s where I find myself in life right now.

“I have traveled the world and have gained millions of fans, and the hardest part of all this is saying goodbye to them. … I hope to see all of you on our global farewell tour. Don’t be mad, don’t be sad; be happy for us all, come celebrate with me over these next few years.”