Ado performs Metallica cover at Summer Sonic festival

Japanese singer Ado performed a cover of Metallica’s hit ‘Enter Sandman’ during her set at the Summer Sonic festival on August 20, 2026. The 23-year-old J-pop artist, known for her interest in rock music, surprised her audience by deviating from her standard setlist to include the classic track.

The performance received a positive reaction from fans. Following the event, the official Metallica social media accounts acknowledged the performance, with drummer Lars Ulrich previously expressing appreciation for seeing younger generations engage with their music.