The Warning Left Chicago Satisfied
Written by: AJ Bloom
On 7/22/25, The Warning took the stage at the Riviera Theatre in Chicago, Illinois. I was lucky enough to have caught the trio the last time they headlined in Chicago, and they have only grown since. They brought passion, vigor, and raw talent to the stage which made for a night that was unforgettable.
Starting off strong, the band opened with a personal favorite of mine off their newest album. Hearing the introductory guitar riff to Six Feet Deep was like stepping into another dimension, and I knew I was in for a rock show. As the song continued, I was reminded of why I have been a fan of The Warning since I first saw them opening for Halestorm several years ago. All three of these girls contribute to vocals, play their own instruments, and do it without any supporting members. I have yet to find another band with every member on both their own instruments and vocals, and that alone speaks to their talents.
Effortlessly transitioning from Six Feet Deep into S!CK, The Warning made it clear that they knew their place on the stage. It was difficult to know where to look as the energy bounced around the stage, with the girls feeding off of each other and producing vibes that were electric. Before I even knew it was happening, I was headbanging along with the rest of the crowd, moving in unison to the infectious beat.
Throughout the night, the majority of the setlist was in English, though I want to give a shoutout to Qué Más Quieres and MARTIRIO. I may not speak Spanish, but I have an appreciation for bands that stay true to their roots, regardless of any outside influences. The Warning is originally from Mexico, and to see their origins shining through, especially in the current US political climate, was really inspiring. Seeing others who are proud of their identities regardless of how the government may view them was a powerful reminder that nothing can take away our right to our individuality.
As the night was winding down, Dany asked the audience to scream along to Evolve, for Pau was suffering from “no voice syndrome”. To nobody’s surprise, the crowd did not disappoint, and the venue was louder than I had ever heard it. Correction - the second loudest I’d ever heard it. The loudest was when the crowd cheered for an encore, pleading for the night to last just a little bit longer.
Their wishes came true as the girls returned for Automatic Sun. This powerful piece was the best way they could have ended a perfect night. As the song came to a close and the music faded, there was a sense of closure, and everyone was leaving satisfied. The show may be over for now, but I have a feeling that something bigger and better is all we can expect to come next.
