![]() Two months after its release, Elektra Records signed Metallica to a multi-year contract and reissued the album. The band performed at a few major music festivals, such as Monsters of Rock and Day on the Green later that year. Metallica promoted the album on the Bang That Head That Doesn't Bang European tour in late 1984, and on its North American leg in the first half of 1985. Ride the Lightning received positive response from music critics, who saw it as a more ambitious effort than its predecessor. It was the last album to feature songwriting contributions from former lead guitarist Dave Mustaine. The overall recording costs were paid by Metallica's European label Music for Nations because Megaforce was unable to cover it. Instead of relying strictly on fast tempos as on its debut Kill 'Em All, Metallica broadened its approach by employing acoustic guitars, extended instrumentals, and more complex harmonies. This was partly because bassist Cliff Burton introduced the basics of music theory to the rest of the band and had more input in the songwriting. Although rooted in the thrash metal genre, the album showcased the band's musical growth and lyrical sophistication. The title was taken from a passage in Stephen King's novel The Stand. The artwork, based on a concept by the band, depicts an electric chair being struck by lightning flowing from the band logo. The album was recorded in three weeks with producer Flemming Rasmussen at the Sweet Silence Studios in Copenhagen, Denmark. Ride the Lightning is the second studio album by American heavy metal band Metallica, released on July 27, 1984, by the independent label Megaforce Records. Some copies came with mail-in merchandise flyer (see pic from my 1st press retail copy) ![]() Including a printed inner sleeve with lyrics and photos. Recorded and mixed at Sweet Silence Studios, Copenhagen, Denmark during spring 1984 ![]() Manufactured and marketed by Important Record Distributors, Inc. Metallica Ride The Lightning Sealed Vinyl Record LP USA 1984 Orig Megaforceįormat: Virgin Vinyl LP - Original Factory Sealed ![]()
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