Metallica are mourning the loss of a devoted fan who passed away during their concert in Edmonton, Canada on August 23rd.
The band got to social media on Aug. 28 to share a heartfelt tribute, remembering the fan, affectionately known as “Viking,” and expressing their sadness at his passing.
In their post, Metallica wrote: “On Friday night, August 23rd in Edmonton, we lost a member of the Metallica family at the show. He died due to health conditions. Leaving the earthly body and on to the next adventure. Very sad when death happens, but we are touched that he spent some of his last, hopefully happy, time with us.”
They continued, “Our condolences to the family and friends of Lorne 'Viking'. With love and respect, Metallica.”
A friend of Lorne's shared more about the tragic incident in a Metallica fan Facebook group, describing how he was taken from the Snake Pit area on a stretcher and received emergency medical attention. The friend remembered Lorne as “the kindest soul” and added: “We all called him Viking. He will be greatly missed! Turn on a Metallica song and raise a glass to the Vikings.”
Metallica are currently in the middle of the M72 World tour, which supports their 2023 album, 72 seasons. The tour, featuring back-to-back shows in each city, features opening acts such as Mammoth WVH, Pantera, Ice Nine Kills and Five Finger Death Punch. The band's next shows are set for August 28th and September 1st in Seattle, Washington.
Metallica's career has been marked by consistent success on the Billboard charts, with their latest album, 72 seasons, debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, their seventh leader.
The band also made a lasting impact on the Billboard Hot 100 with iconic tracks like “Enter Sandman” and “Nothing Else Matters” and was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 2009.
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