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    Release Info
    Release Date: June 14, 1982

     Back in 1982, Metallica made their recorded debut on the Metal Blade compilation, Metal Massacre with their song "Hit the Lights." The first pressing of Metal Massacre featured a version of "Hit the Lights" with guitar solos by Lloyd Grant and Dave Mustaine, with James tripling on rhythm guitar, vocals, and bass. They later re-recorded "Hit the Lights" for the second pressing of Metal Massacre featuring Dave Mustaine on lead guitar and Ron McGovney on bass.

    Tracklist

    First Pressing

    Song Written By  
    Hit the Lights (First Pressing) Hetfield/Ulrich Audio

    Second Pressing

    Song Written By  
    Hit the Lights (Second Pressing) Hetfield/Ulrich Audio

    First Pressing Lineup
    James Hetfield - Guitar, Vocals, Bass
    Lars Ulrich - Drums
    Dave Mustaine - Guitar
    Lloyd Grant - Guitar

    Second Pressing Lineup
    James Hetfield -Vocals
    Lars Ulrich - Drums
    Dave Mustaine - Guitar
    Ron McGovney - Bass

    Executive Producer: Brian Slagel
    Assistant Producer: John Kornarens
    Mastered by Joe Borja at The Bijou, Hollywood, California
    Design & Layout: Elaine Offers
    Album Concept: Brian Slagel

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