Megadeth

Drummer came close to signing up with Dave Mustaine in 1986, but drug fears changed his mind.

Guitarist played with the band for five shows, before years later developing a rivalry with Dave Mustaine.

Megadeth had to be escorted out of town in bulletproof bus after onstage gaffe in 1988.

Megadeth leader called Iron Maiden frontman for advice after being diagnosed with similar illness.

Thrash icons first shared a stage in 2010 but soon went their separate ways again.

Megadeth leader says he “kind of knew” he’d recovered, though his mouth remains “messed up.”

Song is part of a music campaign by the Alzheimer's Association.

Bands will play 55 dates across the continent in the summer and fall.

Megadeth frontman tells audience how he dealt with his recent health issues.

Band returned to performing by opening for Five Finger Death Punch in Helsinki, Finland.