Released in 1984, Ride The Lightning is the second studio album by Metallica. Produced by Flemming Rasmussen and released by Megaforce Records, this album features powerful tracks like "Fade to Black" and "For Whom the Bell Tolls," showcasing the band’s evolution toward a more complex and melodic sound. The striking cover art, depicting an electric chair surrounded by lightning bolts, reflects the album's intense themes and dark undertones, solidifying Metallica’s status in heavy metal.