"Youthanasia" marked the continuous development of Megadeth. Following on from its predecessor "Countdown to Extinction", "Youthanasia" presented a more compact and melodic sound. The songs are first-class throughout, the production brilliant and the sound crystal clear. Overall, this album is an essential part of the Megadeth catalog. It reached #4 on the US Billboard charts and was certified platinum in 1995. (megadeth.com) Megadeth's sixth studio album is now available on black 2LP vinyl with remastered audio from the original mixes.