Citizen Soldier teams up with 10 Years and ADELITAS WAY for The HeartSupport Tour, bringing high-energy, heartfelt rock to Detroit’s iconic Saint Andrew’s Hall.
ADELITAS WAY opened the night with an eruption of sound and movement, hitting the stage with “Sick” delivered at full force. Rick DeJesus commanded the performance with gritty, powerful vocals that connected instantly with the crowd. Trevor Stafford’s drumming pounded with relentless drive, every strike creating a pulse that filled the room. Andrew Cushing’s bass lines rumbled with low, resonant weight, while Grayson Erhard’s guitar flowed between sharp precision and fluid fire, cutting through the mix with clarity.
Their connection on stage was immediate and infectious. In an instrumental section, Cushing, Erhard, and Stafford created shifting grooves, playing off each other with an instinctive rhythm that pulled the audience into the beat. “Alive” built steadily into soaring choruses, swelling with emotion. “Own It” roared with raw rock power, while “What It Takes” revealed a more melodic touch, weaving heartfelt lyrics into layered, dynamic arrangements.
Before starting “Notorious,” the band handed a drumstick to the youngest fan in the crowd, sparking cheers that spread across the room. The energy surged even higher for “Invincible,” as DeJesus led the audience in a massive, unifying chorus. From start to finish, the performance was charged with passion and precision, leaving the crowd energized and ready for more.
10 Years kept the momentum going. Jesse Hasek’s voice cut cleanly through the wall of sound, lifting high on “Novacaine” and carrying deep emotion on “The Optimist.” Brian Vodinh and Matt Wantland’s guitars locked together in tight, layered harmonies.“Russian Roulette” built an almost tangible tension that burst open in its chorus. “The Shift” put the rhythm section in the spotlight, with Chad Grennor’s bass locking in with Brian Medeiros’ pounding drumming to form a groove that moved every head in the venue. Their rendition of Nirvana’s “Heart-Shaped Box” brought a dark, atmospheric weight to a classic.
The crowd stayed locked in as the set pushed forward into “Shoot It Out” and “Wasteland,” each song flowing between atmospheric passages and bursts of raw aggression. The shifts in tone showed the band’s ability to balance heaviness with space, keeping every moment alive with intention. By the end, the audience was fully immersed, still reacting to the last notes long after they faded.
Citizen Soldier put on a performance that turned the venue into an emotional rallying point. The opening surge of “Bulletproof” hit with full force. Matt Duffney and Kooper Hanosky’s guitars locked together in rich, driving layers, while Wonitta Rivero anchored the low end on bass and added depth on keyboard. Kyle Persell’s drumming powered the momentum with tight, dynamic rhythms. Frontman Jake Segura’s soaring voice and presence reached beyond music and into connection. Drawing from his experience as a clinical therapist, Segura infused the set with messages of resilience, hope, and personal worth, speaking directly to the crowd between songs.The crowd was treated to an anthemic new song, “Dead Butterflies,” off the band’s highly anticipated new album Family Heirlooms. “My Own Miracle” became a rally cry, while stripped-down versions of “I’m Not Okay” and “Sit In Your Shadows” created moments of stillness and raw vulnerability. When the full band returned for “Better Than I Used to Be” and “Thank You for Hating Me,” the music swelled back into a powerful wave that carried the audience with it.
The finale, a double whammy of “Let It Burn” and “Monster Made of Memories,” closed the night with the crowd singing every word at full volume. Each lyric felt personal, each chorus amplified by the shared energy in the room.
The fact that one dollar from every ticket supported HeartSupport, a mental health nonprofit for the metal community, gave the night an added depth of purpose. As the lights came up, the sense lingered that everyone present had shared in something strengthening and unforgettable.
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