Chicago’s Most Eclectic Independent Music Publication

Latest News

  • Legendary Mask Maker, Zagone Studios, Approaches Fifty-Years Of Innovation Right Here In Chicago
  • ‘Til Death Do Us Part: Murder By Death Plays Final Chicago Shows
  • Photo Gallery: Tripping Daisy 2025 (Milwaukee, WI)
  • Photo Gallery: Plague Vendor
  • The World’s Largest Music Festival: Milwaukee’s Summerfest 2025 Wrap Up Review
  • Photo Gallery: Cesar Rosas and the Chi-town Playboys @ The Venue Aurora 2025
  • Home
  • Music News
    • Breaking News
    • Features
    • This Just In
    • Interviews
    • Reviews
    • ITLM OTRS
    • Local Loop
    • Musical Theatre
    • ChiBluesBro’s Jukebox Reviews
  • Media
    • Photos
    • Videos
    • Streaming Live
  • Events
  • Festivals
  • Promotions
  • About
  • Contact
  • Follow
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Google+
    • Youtube

Adam Ant Sold Out Show At The Vic – Continues Honor To Fallen Bandmate

Feb 01, 2017 James Currie Features, Music News, Reviews 0


Adam Ant Sold Out Show At The Vic – Continues Honor To Fallen Bandmate

By James Currie

Last night, “Prince Charming” Adam Ant (62), played a sold out show at The Vic Theatre in Chicago. This show, as well as many on this tour, was sold out for some time and a welcoming event for all who attended. This was an emotionally charged performance by Ant and his band as his longtime guitarist and friend, Tom Edwards (41) passed just days ago.

This US tour dubbed, “Kings of the Wild Frontier Tour 2017″, just started January 23rd, in Washington, D.C. After a mere three days into the tour, tragedy struct. Guitarist and singer, Tom Edwards, died suddenly from apparent heart issues. A touching Facebook post about the tragedy was live just after: “On behalf of Adam and his band, we thank all of you for your best wishes and support during this most difficult time.” “Tom shared his musical gifts with the world and his spirit will live on forever.”

The band postponed everything for a few days to reflect, but soon went right back into it. A representative from the band said that Edwards wanted them to continue. The best way for them to deal with this tragedy was to power through it. But you could tell from Ant’s voice and mannerisms, it wasn’t easy. This was his friend after all and still fresh in his mind.

Adam Ant and Co. took the stage right at 9PM. As the tour was billed, the kicked right into the first track off “Kings of the Wild Frontier”, “Dog Eat Dog”. Adam Ant’s band now comprised of Ant, Joe Holweger (who’s bass guitar had the word, “Tommy” scribed into it, Andy Woodard, Will Crewdson and Jola performed the album flawlessly.

Even though Ant has been a performing musician for 40 years, he really seems on top of his game of late. Even more so than just a few years back when he last came through town. Ant, who got his musical career kickstarted from a movie called, Jubilee (1978) with his original new wave / glam band, Adam and The Ants, skyrocketed to fame through the early 80’s with the MTV movement and a string of pop hits. This tour really showcasing his talent as the “New Romantic Pop Punk” pioneer he’s become. The actor, director, producer and musician is more focused than ever. His vocals on point. His dance moves and stage demeanor completely fluid. His current backing band all in complete sync with each other.

The dual drummer combination of Jola and Woodward bring that tribal “Burundi Beat” front and center. It’s full, rich and encompasses the native rhythm sound that is Adam Ant. Hearing it live in The Vic, really made this live experience even better than imagined. It’s something you just can’t fully appreciate until hearing live and in person in a venue like this.

Ant’s appearance is equally impressive as he dawned his trademarked romantic pirate captain look. He’s still in great physical form. A challenge for most to maintain, he does almost effortlessly. The look complete with sequined lined jacket, draping belts, black leather trousers and captain kid hat. He even still has the familiar facial markings under his primed goatee bringing the pirate appearance to completion.

After an almost 2 hour performance, the night was complete. “Kings of the Wild Frontier” through the hits kept the fans on their feet the entire time. It was a performance that Tom Edwards (who passed way to early) would have been proud of. His bandmates did it justice. Adam Ant still proves relevant today as much, if not more, than his beginnings marking him a true artist who stands the tests of time.

For more on Adam Ant, including upcoming tour dates, click here

Setlist for Adam Ant live in Chicago at The Vic:

  1. Dog Eat Dog
  2. Antmusic
  3. Feed Me To The Lions
  4. Los Rancheros
  5. Ants Invation
  6. Killer In The Home
  7. Kings Of The Wild Frontier
  8. The Magnificent Five
  9. Don’t Be Square
  10. Jolly Roger
  11. Making History
  12. The Human Beings
  13. Beat My Guest
  14. Christian Dior
  15. Stand & Deliver
  16. Press Darlings
  17. Vive Le Rock
  18. Cartrouble
  19. Desperate But Not Serious
  20. Zerox
  21. Never Trust a Man (With Egg on His Face)
  22. Lady / Fall In
  23. Goody Two Shoes
  24. Prince Charming

Encore:

25. Red Scab

26. Get It On

27. Physical (You’re So)

facebookShare on Facebook
TwitterTweet
FollowFollow us
PinterestSave

  • tweet
Glam Skanks @ The Vic Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue @ TOC

James Currie

Related Articles
  • Legendary Mask Maker, Zagone Studios, Approaches Fifty-Years Of Innovation Right Here In Chicago
    Legendary Mask Maker, Zagone Studios,...

    Oct 25, 2021 1

  • ‘Til Death Do Us Part: Murder By Death Plays Final Chicago Shows
    ‘Til Death Do Us Part: Murder By...

    Jul 18, 2025 0

  • Photo Gallery: Tripping Daisy 2025 (Milwaukee, WI)
    Photo Gallery: Tripping Daisy 2025...

    Jul 17, 2025 0

  • Photo Gallery: Plague Vendor
    Photo Gallery: Plague Vendor

    Jul 17, 2025 0

  • The World’s Largest Music Festival: Milwaukee’s Summerfest 2025 Wrap Up Review
    The World’s Largest Music...

    Jul 16, 2025 0

More in this category
  • ‘Til Death Do Us Part: Murder By Death Plays Final Chicago Shows
    ‘Til Death Do Us Part: Murder By...

    Jul 18, 2025 0

  • The World’s Largest Music Festival: Milwaukee’s Summerfest 2025 Wrap Up Review
    The World’s Largest Music...

    Jul 16, 2025 0

  • Boots, Brisket and Beats, Windy City Smokeout Sizzles and Soaks Chicago For Its 2025 Season
    Boots, Brisket and Beats, Windy City...

    Jul 15, 2025 0

  • Blistering Blues With Samantha Fish As She Ignites A Heatwave At FitzGerald’s American Music Festival
    Blistering Blues With Samantha Fish As...

    Jul 07, 2025 0


Leave a Reply Cancel reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.

Categories

CALENDAR

July 2025
S M T W T F S
 12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
2728293031  
« Jun    
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZEVXbMDoHDwVN2tF
Spotify Top 50 Global

Archives

  • July 2025 (14)
  • June 2025 (26)
  • May 2025 (21)
  • April 2025 (26)
  • March 2025 (25)
  • February 2025 (13)
  • January 2025 (8)
  • December 2024 (13)
  • November 2024 (10)
  • October 2024 (12)
  • September 2024 (20)
  • August 2024 (15)
  • July 2024 (30)
  • June 2024 (17)
  • May 2024 (23)
  • April 2024 (19)
  • March 2024 (14)
  • February 2024 (16)
  • January 2024 (5)
  • December 2023 (7)
  • November 2023 (15)
  • October 2023 (5)
  • September 2023 (22)
  • August 2023 (9)
  • July 2023 (9)
  • June 2023 (12)
  • May 2023 (9)
  • April 2023 (11)
  • March 2023 (15)
  • February 2023 (18)
  • January 2023 (9)
  • December 2022 (4)
  • November 2022 (5)
  • October 2022 (12)
  • September 2022 (28)
  • August 2022 (28)
  • July 2022 (39)
  • June 2022 (21)
  • May 2022 (20)
  • April 2022 (13)
  • March 2022 (33)
  • February 2022 (21)
  • January 2022 (22)
  • December 2021 (11)
  • November 2021 (15)
  • October 2021 (16)
  • September 2021 (36)
  • August 2021 (21)
  • July 2021 (26)
  • June 2021 (27)
  • May 2021 (13)
  • April 2021 (13)
  • March 2021 (12)
  • February 2021 (4)
  • January 2021 (2)
  • December 2020 (7)
  • November 2020 (4)
  • October 2020 (3)
  • September 2020 (10)
  • August 2020 (6)
  • July 2020 (7)
  • June 2020 (3)
  • May 2020 (5)
  • April 2020 (3)
  • March 2020 (10)
  • February 2020 (22)
  • January 2020 (10)
  • December 2019 (8)
  • November 2019 (30)
  • October 2019 (30)
  • September 2019 (27)
  • August 2019 (41)
  • July 2019 (33)
  • June 2019 (27)
  • May 2019 (36)
  • April 2019 (25)
  • March 2019 (41)
  • February 2019 (22)
  • January 2019 (11)
  • December 2018 (17)
  • November 2018 (13)
  • October 2018 (34)
  • September 2018 (43)
  • August 2018 (26)
  • July 2018 (34)
  • June 2018 (23)
  • May 2018 (31)
  • April 2018 (24)
  • March 2018 (49)
  • February 2018 (48)
  • January 2018 (25)
  • December 2017 (10)
  • November 2017 (30)
  • October 2017 (10)
  • September 2017 (26)
  • August 2017 (25)
  • July 2017 (42)
  • June 2017 (37)
  • May 2017 (49)
  • April 2017 (54)
  • March 2017 (44)
  • February 2017 (39)
  • January 2017 (14)
  • December 2016 (22)
  • November 2016 (20)
  • October 2016 (20)
  • September 2016 (35)
  • August 2016 (46)
  • July 2016 (51)
  • June 2016 (23)
  • May 2016 (15)
  • April 2016 (18)
  • March 2016 (22)
  • February 2016 (27)
  • January 2016 (11)
  • December 2015 (8)
  • November 2015 (17)
  • October 2015 (21)
  • September 2015 (30)
  • August 2015 (54)
  • July 2015 (49)
  • June 2015 (44)
  • May 2015 (16)
  • April 2015 (6)
  • March 2015 (9)
  • February 2015 (9)
  • January 2015 (2)
  • December 2014 (2)
  • November 2014 (2)
  • October 2014 (1)
  • September 2014 (2)
  • August 2014 (5)
  • July 2014 (1)
  • June 2014 (4)
  • May 2014 (5)
  • April 2014 (1)
  • March 2014 (1)
  • February 2014 (2)
  • January 2014 (2)
  • December 2013 (1)
  • November 2013 (2)
  • October 2013 (1)
  • September 2013 (1)
  • August 2013 (2)
  • July 2013 (3)
  • June 2013 (2)
  • May 2013 (5)
  • April 2013 (3)
  • March 2013 (1)
  • February 2013 (1)
  • May 2012 (2)
  • January 2012 (3)
  • September 2011 (1)
https://twitter.com/BeInTheLoopChi

Tag Cloud

2024 (30) 2025 (31) Berwyn (7) C2E2 (6) Chicago (158) Chicago Theatre (6) Concert (25) concert photography (36) concert photos (16) concert review (42) Country Music (8) Festival (11) Fitzgerald's (5) Grant Park (6) Highland Park (6) Illinois (11) images (11) In The Loop Magazine (56) james currie (9) john 5 (5) live (83) live nation (5) Lollapalooza (7) lords of acid (6) Metro (7) Ministry (7) Music Festival (6) NItzer Ebb (5) Northerly Island (5) Photos (7) Ravinia (15) review (6) Riot Fest (16) Riviera Theatre (6) rob zombie (6) Salt Shed (11) Sold Out (6) solo tour (5) Summerfest (6) Thalia Hall (5) tour (33) Tour 2024 (13) Tour 2025 (9) United Center (10) Windy City Smokeout (7)

Meta

  • Log in
  • Entries feed
  • Comments feed
  • WordPress.org
© 2025 In The Loop Magazine / All Rights Reserved.
  • Music News
  • Media
  • Festivals
  • Promotions
  • Venues
  • About
  • Gallery