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RIAA’s historic Gold® & Platinum® Program defines success in the recorded music industry. Originally conceived to honor artists and track sound recording sales, Gold & Platinum Awards have come to stand as a benchmark of success for any artist—whether they’ve just released their first song or Greatest Hits album. Check out our interactive timeline to learn about the program’s storied history.

 
 

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METALLICA RIDE THE LIGHTNING December 13, 2012 ATLANTIC RECORDS / ELEKTRA RECORDS ALBUM
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METALLICA

Title: RIDE THE LIGHTNING

Certification Date: December 13, 2012

Label: ATLANTIC RECORDS / ELEKTRA RECORDS

Format: ALBUM

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METALLICA RIDE THE LIGHTNING May 28, 2025 BLACKENED RECORDINGS SINGLE
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METALLICA

Title: RIDE THE LIGHTNING

Certification Date: May 28, 2025

Label: BLACKENED RECORDINGS

Format: SINGLE

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