Following the shocking news that MEGADETH drummer Shawn Drover has left the band, guitarist Chris Broderick has dropped a bombshell of his own.

"Due to artistic and musical differences, it is with great reluctance that I announce my departure from Megadeth to pursue my own musical direction. I want all of you to know how much I appreciate the amount that you the fans have accepted and respected me as a member of Megadeth for the last seven years, but it is time for me to move on. I wish Dave and everyone in Megadeth all the best. I am working on a few things of my own and hope that when they come out, you will all dig it."

The MEGADETH camp has yet to release an official statement regarding Broderick's and Drover's departures. Stay tuned for updates.