If you haven’t bought a copy of Megadeth’s new album yet (So Far, So Good...So What?), then go and buy it immediately after reading this feature. If the record is not quite out yet as this sees print, well, then you’ll just have to wait. But don’t wait too long. See, this is probably one of the most innovative heavy metal albums—if not the most innovative—that you’ll hear this year. I’ve heard it and wouldn’t lie to you. In 40 minutes or so, guitarist/vocalist/bandleader Dave Mustaine and his crew transcend not just the thrash metal murk out of which they initially emerged, but all of metal in general, coming up with seven original songs (plus one cover) that just don’t sound like anything that any other metal outfit has ever done.