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Megadeth Cancels Performance Due to Unforeseen Circumstances Hours Before Scheduled Concert

Thrash legends Megadeth were forced to cancel their set at the Evil live festival in Lisbon due to “technical issues beyond our control.”

By Stephen Andrew Galiher

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Iconic heavy metal band Megadeth canceled a concert just hours before they were scheduled to take the stage.

On Sunday, July 5, Megadeth took to social media to share that they would not be performing at the Evil Live festival in Portugal. “Due to technical issues beyond our control,” the band explained in a message, “we are saddened and frustrated to share with you that we will not be able to perform tonight in Lisbon.

pic.twitter.com/KfZKrMb9NY— Megadeth (@Megadeth) July 5, 2026

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“We never want to let you down,” the statement continued, “and we are just as disappointed as you are with this situation. We look forward to returning to give you the show you deserve.” At this time, there is no word on what exactly the “technical issues” were.

Megadeth is currently touring the world one final time before retiring

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