J. Heist
Nov 1, 2025
This four-piece powerhouse is taking nostalgia to new heights in the thrash metal scene.
Founded on October 11, 2008, by Sardinian singer and guitarist Mario Marras, Megahera was created from a strong desire to revive the sound and vibe of the 1980s. The name "Megahera" combines "MEGA" (meaning "great") and "Hera" (meaning "era"), reflecting the band's connection to the vibrant period in music history known as the 1980s.
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Drawing inspiration from various 1980s bands, Megahera developed a unique blend of NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) and Bay Area Thrash. Following the release of their demo, the band received praise from both fans and the media. They were invited to participate in the Eventi Metallici Fest, a well-known competition for metal fans in Sardinia, where Megahera won the final session, sharing the stage with special guest Paul Di'Anno, the former vocalist of Iron Maiden.
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During an active touring period, the band diligently worked on their first album, Metal Maniac Attack, released by My Graveyard Production in 2011. To promote their debut, the band organized their first Australian tour, called the Insanity Attack Tour, in collaboration with Metal Evilution Organization (Australia), performing a series of shows worldwide. While in Australia, Megahera also released the EP Leather in London.
Today, Megahera continue to produce new music, and we would like to recommend them if you're not yet familiar with their work. What do I love more than '80s thrash metal? Bands that keep the genre alive! I just listened to their song 'Before the Night' from their debut album, Metal Maniac Attack, and it's an absolute banger. I am hooked.
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'Before the Night' is fast paced from start to finish, with no breaks, making it the perfect song to introduce you to Megahera. The drums are relentless, the vocals are in-your-face, and there are not one, not two, but five guitar solos—count them, five! Who else does that? Megahera does. This song could easily fit on Kill 'Em All, and I bet the guys in Metallica would agree.
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This four-piece powerhouse is taking nostalgia to new heights in the thrash metal scene. So, check out 'Before the Night' first as your introduction to Megahera, and then indulge yourself in their latest release, Back to the 80s, which was released on August 22, 2025. Back to the 80s is a non-stop ride of pure thrash metal goodness.
I just gave you a new favorite band to add to your list, and I promise you won't regret it!
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Peace, love and music
-J Heist
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