Metallica Honor Fan Who Died During Their Concert

Metallica is mourning the lack of a devoted fan who handed away throughout their live performance in Edmonton, Canada, on Aug. 23.

The band took to social media on Aug. 28 to share a heartfelt tribute, remembering the fan, affectionately generally known as “Viking,” and expressing their sorrow over his passing.

Of their publish, Metallica wrote: “Friday evening, August twenty third, in Edmonton, we misplaced a Metallica member of the family on the present. He died as a result of well being situations. Leaving the earthly physique and onto the subsequent journey. Very unhappy when loss of life occurs, however we’re touched that he spent a few of his last, hopefully joyful, time with us.”

They continued, “Our condolences to the household and pals of Lorne ‘Viking.’ With Love and Respect, Metallica.”

A buddy of Lorne’s shared extra in regards to the tragic occasion in a Metallica fan group on Fb, describing how he was taken from the Snake Pit space on a stretcher and obtained pressing medical care. The buddy remembered Lorne as “the kindest soul” and added, “All of us known as him Viking. He can be missed terribly! Please crank up a Metallica tune, and lift a glass for the Viking.”

Metallica is at present within the midst of their M72 World Tour, which helps their 2023 album, 72 Seasons. The tour, that includes back-to-back performances in every metropolis, consists of opening acts like Mammoth WVH, Pantera, Ice 9 Kills, and 5 Finger Dying Punch. The band’s subsequent performances are set for Aug. 28 and Sept. 1 in Seattle, Washington.

Metallica’s profession has been marked by constant success on the Billboard charts, with their newest album, 72 Seasons, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, their seventh chief.

The band has additionally made a long-lasting affect on the Billboard Scorching 100 with iconic tracks like “Enter Sandman” and “Nothing Else Issues,” and have been inducted into the Rock And Roll Corridor of Fame in 2009.