Ride The Lightning

*Ride the Lightning* is Metallica's second studio album, released in 1984. A groundbreaking work in thrash metal, it showcases the band's evolution with complex songwriting, intricate guitar solos, and themes of death, war, and existential dread. Iconic tracks like "Fade to Black" and "For Whom the Bell Tolls" highlight the album's blend of raw aggression and melodic depth, solidifying Metallica's place as pioneers of the genre.