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Adelitas Way #WhaItTakes Tour Hits Belvidere, Il. On Sunday, August 4th, 2019 With a Vengeance

Apollo Theater, Belvidere, IL, USA

Weekends were made to rock! Well, that is just my opinion and me live the life of what I love to do. On August 4th, 2019, the ever incredible Adelitas Way was embarking on their #WhatItTakes Tour hitting all major cities including the metropolitan area of Rockford, Illinois.

The Apollo Theater in Belvidere has been the host of many legendary musical acts and I was very happy to be covering the astounding Adelitas Way. Belvidere has a very low key presence about itself. Yet, when a bad like Adelitas Way comes through town, you notice the people get excited, wild and anxious. This is how every fan should act especially when their favorite musician is performing.

I can honestly tell you Adelitas Way is very unique and their music touches a lot of souls. I would describe Adelitas Way as a force to be reckoned with in particular with motivating rock anthems like “Still Hungry, “ “Sick, “ and “Cage The Beast.” Yet, you can see the sensitive side of Rick, Josh, Trevis and Ian as well with “Alive,” “Someone Wishes,” and “Last Stand.”

Rick (lead singer) is a mesmerizing man and very regal looking. He commands the stage with Elvis like moves while singing with his exquisite voice. Upon taking the stage, Josh (bass) and Trevis (lead guitar) prepare for what will be a fantastic night! Then, Rick enters and the first few chords of the new single “What It Takes” plays and it is on!

Rick knows how to work the crowd with his handsome looks while still being humble by waving at his fans and smiling as well. This is all happening while I am in the photo pit singing/dancing and trying to be the professional journalist I was meant to be. I can do all at the same time.

Towards the end, when Adelitas Way plays “Invincible,” the crowd knows what they are in for. It is the final piece to the puzzle and the song which got Adelitas Way to the top! It is just pure energy from beginning to end with major guitar solos, groovy bass lines, fantastic drumming, and astounding vocals. And the fact I got to walk away with Rick personally handing me the setlist for that evening just had me smiling so hard! It was truly an exceptional night!

I can see Adelitas Way over and over again. They always bring an element of surprise to their performance and you need to see it live to really experience. Make sure you get off the couch and go enjoy a show or two this summer!!!! I promise you will have no regrets!