Megadeth's Dirk Verbeuren On Touring, Health, Van Halen & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive

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Earlier this month, Megadeth kicked off its 35-date Destroy All Enemies North American tour, as produced by Live Nation and featuring special guests Mudvayne and All That Remains. The tour sees Megadethperform classic hits from Rust In Peace, Countdown To Extinction, and more from their extensive catalog, along with material from The Sick, The Dying... And The Dead!, the latest studio album from Megadeth; Megadeth's latest LP notably debuted at #1 across Billboard's Top Rock, Hard Rock, and Alternative Albums charts, and #3 on the Billboard 200.

Tour aside, Megadeth recently announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Finland’s premier headphone manufacturer Valco Oy, leading to the release of limited-edition Megadeth VMK25 headphones. Designed by Lauri Lumme and fine-tuned by audio expert Jasse Kesti, the Megadeth VMK25 headphones deliver the raw energy and meticulous detail synonymous with the band’s iconic music. They are now available in Valco's online store and shipping globally.

I had the pleasure of speaking with Megadeth drummer Dirk Verbeuren via Zoom, as embedded above and airing via the Long Beach, New York-based Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz television series. Beyond Megadeth's current tour, we discussed Verbeuren's philanthrophy, health regimen and musical influences. A Paltrocast interview with Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine can be listened to here.