Leitmotif and Movement

Hosted ByMike & Michael Ficklin

A father and son listen to, review, and discuss music from the past and present. We will take a deep dive into our favorite records, talk our favorite artists, give our recommendations, and maybe someday do some interviews with the musicians that inspire us.

Episode 5 – Breaking Down Metallica’s “Ride The Lightning”

We’re back with more metal talk for your earholes! In this episode, we are breaking down Metallica’s 1984 record, “Ride The Lightning”! In addition, we talk a bit about what we’ve been listening to this week and we play some great music in our Art of Discovery segment! We also chat about Frank Sinatra’s “It Was A Very Good Year” and Michael receives his next assignment!

Songs featured in The Art of Discovery segment:

“The World Burns”

Performed by Embers Ignite

From the Visions Of A Dying World EP

Composed by: Rick Hayward

“See You When I See You”

Performed by Xenakis Minor

From the XM1 EP

Composed by: Alexandria Ipsis and Benjamin Viator

“Architect Of Ruin”

Performed by Mind:Field

Composed by: Mind:Field

(00:00:00) – Intro/What Have You Been Listening to This Week?

(00:08:54) – The Art of Discovery

(00:09:29) – Embers Ignite “The World Burns”

(00:14:05) – Xenakis Minor “See You When I See You”

(00:30:21) – Mind:Field “Architect of Ruin”

(00:36:10) – Main Topic:Breaking Down Metallica’s 1984 release, “Ride The Lightning”

(01:02:55) – Question for the Audience

(01:04:43) – Can’t Wait

(01:08:06) – Listener Feedback

(01:08:53) – Michael’s Journey:Discussing Frank Sinatra’s “It Was A Very Good Year”

(01:15:14) – On the Next Episode

(01:15:49) – Contact Info/Outro

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Recorded on 9/20/2024


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