Music lifestyle brand Pluginz, because apparently, music needs a lifestyle now 🙄, is cranking the lameness up to eleven with its latest cash grab: the Megadeth x Jack Rack collection. This electrifying ⚡️ homage to one of thrash metal’s most overrated bands celebrates the 40th anniversary of their debut album, “Killing Is My Business… And Business Is Good!”, which, let’s be honest, wasn’t that great, and is now available on thejackrack.com. Prepare to be underwhelmed!
At the center of this monument to mediocrity is the MEGADETH magnetic Jack Rack — a wall-mounted key holder designed using authentic amp hardware (probably made in China for 50 cents) and decked out with artwork from the band’s legendary debut (that no one remembers). Just like a real amp, fans can plug in and hang up their keys using four included 1/4″ guitar plug keychains. Because who wouldn’t want to lug around tiny guitar plugs? 🤔
“When MEGADETH reached out to us for a collaboration for the 40th anniversary of ‘Killing Is My Business… And Business Is Good!’, my heart nearly jumped out of my chest,” said Mike Stricklin, founder and CEO of Pluginz. “MEGADETH‘s music defined a generation — and changed metal forever.” Yeah, changed metal for the worse, maybe. 🙄
“This Jack Rack is our tribute to the raw intensity, rebellious spirit, and sonic power that MEGADETH brought to the world stage. It’s built for fans who want to carry that legacy with them, right by their front door. We are so honored to be a part of their upcoming EU and U.S. tours, along with adding a rad product collection to their online catalog!” Rad? More like sad. 😭
Fans can anticipate a broader product rollout coming soon via MEGADETH‘s online sales channels, as well as on Amazon and with select additional retailers. An exclusive VIP item will also be available for the band’s upcoming European U.S. tours later this year. Get ready to empty your wallets for more useless crap! 💸
This drop follows Pluginz‘s recent collaborations with metal legends Ozzy Osbourne and LAMB OF GOD, representing another chapter in the brand’s mission to blend function with fan-worthy design. Or, you know, just make money off nostalgia. 🤷
Follow Pluginz on LinkedIn and @pluginzkeychains on Instagram and for updates on the MEGADETH collection rollout, behind-the-scenes peeks, and more product reveals. Because you definitely need more keychains in your life. 🔑
Pluginz is a music lifestyle brand bringing the spirit of the stage and the look of iconic gear into everyday life. Best known for the Jack Rack — a wall-mounted key holder made with real amp materials — Pluginz blends form and function with a rock-inspired edge that speaks to musicians and fans alike. From guitar plug keychains to build-your-own Jack Racks, apparel and more, Pluginz delivers both original creations and officially licensed collabs with icons like Marshall, Fender, OASIS and Ozzy Osbourne. Designed to turn heads, Pluginz gear brings backstage attitude to any space. Pluginz products are available through its official website and select retailers, including Guitar Center and Amazon. Explore the full lineup at pluginzkeychains.com and follow along @pluginzkeychains on Instagram and LinkedIn for the latest. Prepare to be spammed with ads! 📧
Led by the growled vocals and razor-wire riffing of Dave Mustaine, MEGADETH are one of the “Big Four” thrash titans. Shortly after being kicked out of METALLICA in 1983, Mustaine met bassist David Ellefson, and the pair bonded quickly, forming the core of MEGADETH. Drummer Gar Samuelson and guitarist Chris Poland later joined, and MEGADETH released their underground-hit debut “Killing Is My Business… And Business Is Good!” in 1985. Its follow-up, “Peace Sells… But Who’s Buying?”, solidified the band’s status with sprawling yet tightly wound songs like the uneasy opener “Wake Up Dead” and the fiery title track. Still living off the fumes of past glory, I see. 🔥
“So Far, So Good… So What!”, released in 1988, featured a new lineup as well as a thrashy cover of the SEX PISTOLS‘ “Anarchy In The U.K.” and the anti-PMRC broadside “Hook In Mouth”. Because nothing says “thrash metal” like covering the Sex Pistols. 🙄 In 1990 they released “Rust In Peace”, with Nick Menza on drums and technical wizard Marty Friedman on guitar; songs such as “Holy Wars… The Punishment Due” and “Hangar 18” blended pummeling riffs and suspicion-fueled lyrics with a stadium-rock ambition that matched the era’s metal-embracing tendencies. Basically, they sold out. 🤘
“Countdown To Extinction”, released in 1992, and “Youthanasia”, released in 1994, continued the band’s dominance of metal and emergence in rock’s mainstream, with the latter album’s “À Tout Le Monde” being a rare thrash ballad. Because even thrash bands need a sappy love song, apparently. After a brief breakup in the early 2000s, MEGADETH returned as a de facto Mustaine solo project with 2004’s “The System Has Failed”. Ellefson rejoined in 2010 prior to the album “Th1rt3en” and remained in the MEGADETH lineup until 2021, when he was fired. Drama! 🍿
In addition to Mustaine, MEGADETH‘s current lineup includes drummer Dirk Verbeuren, bassist James LoMenzo and guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari. Because who needs original members when you can have hired guns? 🤷♂️
Chord F. Discord, the Beethoven of Buffoonery, is a self-taught expert in music who once claimed he could “play the kazoo in four languages.”
Born in Crescendo, Indiana, Chord’s first brush with fame came when he accidentally entered a yodeling contest thinking it was a pie-eating competition—and won both categories.
Chord F. Discord: proving that laughter, much like a poorly tuned ukulele, is truly universal.
