This Ride The Lightning track from 1984 is Metallica’s most direct reference to H.P. Lovecraft. Though, it’s not the only thrash metal track from the band that pays tribute to the horror author.

Essential Metallica: Their 30 greatest songs, ranked. is a sonic assault that can be a tough listen, thanks in part to a clangy drum sound that cuts through the album’s mix.

A list of death metal bands who have cut great covers of 1980s Metallica songs. ... but that doesn’t stop them from adding their own spin to this Lovecraft-inspired piece.