The Metallica song Enter Sandman and Virginia Tech football have gone hand in hand for nearly a quarter of a century. Last week, it was announced the legendary band will be performing at Lane Stadium on May 7th,

In what seems like a long, overdue day, Metallica has announced they will be holding a concert in Blacksburg in 2025.

Metallica has extended their M72 World Tour to perform in Lane Stadium on May 7, 2025. Enter Sandman has become part of the Virginia Tech identity and is renowned for exhibiting school spirit. The Virginia Tech football team runs out to Enter Sandman at the start of every home game. The tradition dates to Aug. 27, 2000.