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Metallica - Ride The Lightning Numbered Limited Edition 4LP 6CDs DVD Boxset (Used)

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Product Code: BLCKND004RD1
Condition: Used
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$300.00

DESCRIPTION
This limited edition numbered boxset is complete and in near mint condition all round and includes 3 posters, lyric book etc. It is numbered 26553 of 3000. This boxset is a must have item in any Metallica collection! 

About the album

"Ride the Lightning" is the second studio album by Metallica. It was released on July 27, 1984, by Megaforce Records and later by Elektra Records. The album marked a significant milestone in Metallica's career, showcasing their evolution as musicians and songwriters.

Band Lineup:

James Hetfield: Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Lars Ulrich: Drums
Cliff Burton: Bass
Kirk Hammett: Lead Guitar

The album continued Metallica's exploration of thrash metal, combining aggressive guitar riffs, fast tempos, and socially conscious lyrics. It also displayed the band's willingness to experiment with more melodic and atmospheric elements.

The cover features a colorized version of a photo taken by Metallica's manager, Peter Mensch, depicting an electric chair being struck by lightning. The artwork was controversial and faced censorship in some regions.

"Ride the Lightning" received positive reviews from critics and is considered a classic in the heavy metal genre. The album's diverse range of songs, from the fast and aggressive "Fight Fire with Fire" to the more introspective "Fade to Black," showcased the band's musical versatility.

The album helped solidify Metallica's place in the thrash metal scene and contributed to their growing popularity. It marked a progression from their debut album "Kill 'Em All" and laid the groundwork for their subsequent releases, including the highly successful "Master of Puppets."

"Ride the Lightning" remains a fan favorite and is often cited as one of the greatest metal albums of all time. Several tracks from the album, such as "For Whom the Bell Tolls" and "Fade to Black," are staples in Metallica's live performances.

Overall, "Ride the Lightning" is a pivotal album in Metallica's discography, showcasing their ability to blend aggression with musicality and laying the foundation for their future success in the world of heavy metal.

CONDITION
VINYL/CDs/DVDs: VG++ (Like New)
COVER/BOX: VG++ Very minor scuffs
Actual images used. Please view all images as they form part of the description/condition. Ask for more images, if required, before ordering online.

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RELEASE DETAILS

Format: 180g 3LP, 12" picture disc EP, 6 CDs, DVD, Book, 3 Posters
Pressing Year: 2016
Label: Blackened 
Barcode: 858978005066

TRACKLISTING
Ride The Lightning LP

A1 Fight Fire With Fire
4:44
A2 Ride The Lightning
6:36
A3 For Whom The Bell Tolls
5:10
A4 Fade To Black
6:56
B1 Trapped Under Ice
4:03
B2 Escape
4:23
B3 Creeping Death
6:36
B4 The Call Of Ktulu
8:52
Live At The Hollywood Palladium, Los Angeles, CA - March 10th,1985 LP
C1 The Ecstasy Of Gold
1:36
C2 Fight Fire With Fire
4:39
C3 Ride The Lightning
7:08
C4 Phantom Lord
5:34
D1 (Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth
3:41
D2 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:29
D3 No Remorse
6:24
E1 Fade To Black
7:21
E2 Seek & Destroy
6:46
F1 Creeping Death
6:20
F2 Am I Evil?
3:39
F3 Motorbreath
3:19
Creeping Death 12" EP Picture Disc
G1 Creeping Death 6:36
H1 Am I Evil? 7:45
H2 Blitzkrieg 3:35
Ride The Lightning CD
CD1-1 Fight Fire With Fire
4:44
CD1-2 Ride The Lightning
6:36
CD1-3 For Whom The Bell Tolls
5:10
CD1-4 Fade To Black
6:56
CD1-5 Trapped Under Ice
4:03
CD1-6 Escape
4:23
CD1-7 Creeping Death
6:36
CD1-8 The Call Of Ktulu
8:52
Interviews & Radio IDs CD
CD2-1 Metal Force Magazine Interview With Lars
31:14
CD2-2 WUSC Cleveland Radio Interview With Cliff & Kirk
11:48
CD2-3 Metal Madness Interview With Lars
20:47
Demos & Rough Mixes From Lars' Vault CD
CD3-1 Ride The Lightning (Studio Demo)
6:47
CD3-2 When Hell Freezes Over ("The Call Of Ktulu") (Studio Demo)
8:41
CD3-3 Creeping Death (Studio Demo)
7:10
CD3-4 Fight Fire With Fire (Studio Demo)
5:01
CD3-5 Ride The Lightning (Garage Demo)
7:33
CD3-6 When Hell Freezes Over ("The Call Of Ktulu") (Garage Demo)
9:21
CD3-7 Fight Fire With Fire (Garage Demo)
5:27
CD3-8 Ride The Lightning (Boom Box Demo)
7:43
CD3-9 Blitzkrieg (Rhythm Track Rough Mix)
3:38
CD3-10 Am I Evil? (Rhythm Track Rough Mix)
8:06
Live At Kabuki Theatre, San Francisco, CA - March 15th, 1985 CD
CD4-1 Fight Fire With Fire
3:44
CD4-2 Ride The Lightning
6:48
CD4-3 Phantom Lord
4:45
CD4-4 The Four Horsemen
6:01
CD4-5 (Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth
1:40
CD4-6 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:15
CD4-7 No Remorse
6:14
CD4-8 Fade To Black
6:43
CD4-9 Creeping Death
5:33
CD4-10 Guitar Solo 2:47
CD4-11 Am I Evil?
3:34
CD4-12 Motorbreath
3:02
Live At The Lyceum Theatre, London, UK - December 20th, 1984 CD
CD5-1 Phantom Lord
4:12
CD5-2 The Four Horsemen
6:28
CD5-3 (Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth
4:15
CD5-4 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:32
CD5-5 No Remorse
6:07
CD5-6 The Call Of Ktulu
7:47
CD5-7 Seek & Destroy
7:03
CD5-8 Whiplash
4:35
CD5-9 Creeping Death
5:14
CD5-10 Guitar Solo 1:22
CD5-11 Metal Militia
9:01
Live At Castle Donington, UK - August 17th, 1985 CD
CD6-1 Creeping Death
5:52
CD6-2 Ride The Lightning
7:07
CD6-3 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:42
CD6-4 The Four Horsemen
5:57
CD6-5 Fade To Black
7:08
CD6-6 Seek & Destroy
6:59
CD6-7 Whiplash
4:30
CD6-8 Motorbreath
4:03
Live At Metal Hammer Festival In St. Goarshausen, Germany - September 14th, 1985 DVD
DVD-1 Creeping Death
5:28
DVD-2 Ride The Lightning
6:49
DVD-3 Disposable Heroes
9:14
DVD-4 No Remorse
7:08
DVD-5 (Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth
2:10
DVD-6 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:32
DVD-7 The Four Horsemen
5:41
DVD-8 Fade To Black
7:12
DVD-9 Seek & Destroy
7:04
DVD-10 Whiplash
5:33
DVD-11 Fight Fire With Fire
4:19
DVD-12 Guitar Solo 2:28
DVD-13 Am I Evil?
3:36
DVD-14 Motorbreath
4:29
Live At Day On The Green At Oakland Stadium, Oakland, CA - August 31st, 1985
DVD-15 Creeping Death
4:43
DVD-16 Ride The Lightning
7:17
DVD-17 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:49
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DVD-18 MTV News Interview With Lars & James 8:58
DVD-19 Lars' First Televison Interview - DR TV 1:08
DVD-20 Lars Interview Segment - DR TV 0:58
DVD-21 Credits

Metallica - Ride The Lightning Numbered Limited Edition 4LP 6CDs DVD Boxset (Used)

$300.00
 

DESCRIPTION
This limited edition numbered boxset is complete and in near mint condition all round and includes 3 posters, lyric book etc. It is numbered 26553 of 3000. This boxset is a must have item in any Metallica collection! 

About the album

"Ride the Lightning" is the second studio album by Metallica. It was released on July 27, 1984, by Megaforce Records and later by Elektra Records. The album marked a significant milestone in Metallica's career, showcasing their evolution as musicians and songwriters.

Band Lineup:

James Hetfield: Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Lars Ulrich: Drums
Cliff Burton: Bass
Kirk Hammett: Lead Guitar

The album continued Metallica's exploration of thrash metal, combining aggressive guitar riffs, fast tempos, and socially conscious lyrics. It also displayed the band's willingness to experiment with more melodic and atmospheric elements.

The cover features a colorized version of a photo taken by Metallica's manager, Peter Mensch, depicting an electric chair being struck by lightning. The artwork was controversial and faced censorship in some regions.

"Ride the Lightning" received positive reviews from critics and is considered a classic in the heavy metal genre. The album's diverse range of songs, from the fast and aggressive "Fight Fire with Fire" to the more introspective "Fade to Black," showcased the band's musical versatility.

The album helped solidify Metallica's place in the thrash metal scene and contributed to their growing popularity. It marked a progression from their debut album "Kill 'Em All" and laid the groundwork for their subsequent releases, including the highly successful "Master of Puppets."

"Ride the Lightning" remains a fan favorite and is often cited as one of the greatest metal albums of all time. Several tracks from the album, such as "For Whom the Bell Tolls" and "Fade to Black," are staples in Metallica's live performances.

Overall, "Ride the Lightning" is a pivotal album in Metallica's discography, showcasing their ability to blend aggression with musicality and laying the foundation for their future success in the world of heavy metal.

CONDITION
VINYL/CDs/DVDs: VG++ (Like New)
COVER/BOX: VG++ Very minor scuffs
Actual images used. Please view all images as they form part of the description/condition. Ask for more images, if required, before ordering online.

View our grading guide

RELEASE DETAILS

Format: 180g 3LP, 12" picture disc EP, 6 CDs, DVD, Book, 3 Posters
Pressing Year: 2016
Label: Blackened 
Barcode: 858978005066

TRACKLISTING
Ride The Lightning LP

A1 Fight Fire With Fire
4:44
A2 Ride The Lightning
6:36
A3 For Whom The Bell Tolls
5:10
A4 Fade To Black
6:56
B1 Trapped Under Ice
4:03
B2 Escape
4:23
B3 Creeping Death
6:36
B4 The Call Of Ktulu
8:52
Live At The Hollywood Palladium, Los Angeles, CA - March 10th,1985 LP
C1 The Ecstasy Of Gold
1:36
C2 Fight Fire With Fire
4:39
C3 Ride The Lightning
7:08
C4 Phantom Lord
5:34
D1 (Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth
3:41
D2 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:29
D3 No Remorse
6:24
E1 Fade To Black
7:21
E2 Seek & Destroy
6:46
F1 Creeping Death
6:20
F2 Am I Evil?
3:39
F3 Motorbreath
3:19
Creeping Death 12" EP Picture Disc
G1 Creeping Death 6:36
H1 Am I Evil? 7:45
H2 Blitzkrieg 3:35
Ride The Lightning CD
CD1-1 Fight Fire With Fire
4:44
CD1-2 Ride The Lightning
6:36
CD1-3 For Whom The Bell Tolls
5:10
CD1-4 Fade To Black
6:56
CD1-5 Trapped Under Ice
4:03
CD1-6 Escape
4:23
CD1-7 Creeping Death
6:36
CD1-8 The Call Of Ktulu
8:52
Interviews & Radio IDs CD
CD2-1 Metal Force Magazine Interview With Lars
31:14
CD2-2 WUSC Cleveland Radio Interview With Cliff & Kirk
11:48
CD2-3 Metal Madness Interview With Lars
20:47
Demos & Rough Mixes From Lars' Vault CD
CD3-1 Ride The Lightning (Studio Demo)
6:47
CD3-2 When Hell Freezes Over ("The Call Of Ktulu") (Studio Demo)
8:41
CD3-3 Creeping Death (Studio Demo)
7:10
CD3-4 Fight Fire With Fire (Studio Demo)
5:01
CD3-5 Ride The Lightning (Garage Demo)
7:33
CD3-6 When Hell Freezes Over ("The Call Of Ktulu") (Garage Demo)
9:21
CD3-7 Fight Fire With Fire (Garage Demo)
5:27
CD3-8 Ride The Lightning (Boom Box Demo)
7:43
CD3-9 Blitzkrieg (Rhythm Track Rough Mix)
3:38
CD3-10 Am I Evil? (Rhythm Track Rough Mix)
8:06
Live At Kabuki Theatre, San Francisco, CA - March 15th, 1985 CD
CD4-1 Fight Fire With Fire
3:44
CD4-2 Ride The Lightning
6:48
CD4-3 Phantom Lord
4:45
CD4-4 The Four Horsemen
6:01
CD4-5 (Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth
1:40
CD4-6 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:15
CD4-7 No Remorse
6:14
CD4-8 Fade To Black
6:43
CD4-9 Creeping Death
5:33
CD4-10 Guitar Solo 2:47
CD4-11 Am I Evil?
3:34
CD4-12 Motorbreath
3:02
Live At The Lyceum Theatre, London, UK - December 20th, 1984 CD
CD5-1 Phantom Lord
4:12
CD5-2 The Four Horsemen
6:28
CD5-3 (Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth
4:15
CD5-4 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:32
CD5-5 No Remorse
6:07
CD5-6 The Call Of Ktulu
7:47
CD5-7 Seek & Destroy
7:03
CD5-8 Whiplash
4:35
CD5-9 Creeping Death
5:14
CD5-10 Guitar Solo 1:22
CD5-11 Metal Militia
9:01
Live At Castle Donington, UK - August 17th, 1985 CD
CD6-1 Creeping Death
5:52
CD6-2 Ride The Lightning
7:07
CD6-3 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:42
CD6-4 The Four Horsemen
5:57
CD6-5 Fade To Black
7:08
CD6-6 Seek & Destroy
6:59
CD6-7 Whiplash
4:30
CD6-8 Motorbreath
4:03
Live At Metal Hammer Festival In St. Goarshausen, Germany - September 14th, 1985 DVD
DVD-1 Creeping Death
5:28
DVD-2 Ride The Lightning
6:49
DVD-3 Disposable Heroes
9:14
DVD-4 No Remorse
7:08
DVD-5 (Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth
2:10
DVD-6 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:32
DVD-7 The Four Horsemen
5:41
DVD-8 Fade To Black
7:12
DVD-9 Seek & Destroy
7:04
DVD-10 Whiplash
5:33
DVD-11 Fight Fire With Fire
4:19
DVD-12 Guitar Solo 2:28
DVD-13 Am I Evil?
3:36
DVD-14 Motorbreath
4:29
Live At Day On The Green At Oakland Stadium, Oakland, CA - August 31st, 1985
DVD-15 Creeping Death
4:43
DVD-16 Ride The Lightning
7:17
DVD-17 For Whom The Bell Tolls
4:49
-
DVD-18 MTV News Interview With Lars & James 8:58
DVD-19 Lars' First Televison Interview - DR TV 1:08
DVD-20 Lars Interview Segment - DR TV 0:58
DVD-21 Credits
 

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