Featuring: Charlotte Sands, Taylor Acorn, Rain City Drive, Arrows In Action, If Not For Me, Beauty School Dropout, Huddy

The Summer School Tour rolled into Chicago and brought a full night of nonstop energy, packed sets, and a lineup that felt thoughtfully built from top to bottom. The Vic was buzzing from the moment doors opened, with fans eager to catch every act. With seven artists on the bill, the show could have easily felt rushed or overwhelming, but instead it flowed smoothly and kept the crowd engaged at every turn.

Huddy opened the night with a confident, moody blend of alt-pop and rock. His stage presence felt dialed in, and his fans came ready to shout every lyric. The set was short but effective, building momentum right from the jump. Check out the full gallery!

Things ramped up quickly when Beauty School Dropout hit the stage. Their wild, punk-leaning energy and charismatic delivery turned the venue into a blur of lights, movement, and crowd interaction. Every track felt big, and they knew exactly how to keep the crowd’s attention. Check out the full gallery!

The vibe shifted as If Not For Me brought in a heavier, post-hardcore edge. They offered the most aggressive set of the night, delivering pounding riffs and raw intensity. The pit came alive, and it was clear the heavier fans in the room found exactly what they came for. Check out the full gallery!

Arrows In Action followed with a melodic, emotionally driven performance that connected in a very different way. Their set was polished and heartfelt, striking a balance between anthemic choruses and intimate moments. Fans sang along from the first note, and it felt like a genuine highlight of the night. Check out the full gallery!

Rain City Drive kept the emotion high but brought a more soaring, polished rock sound that filled the room with power. Their vocals were massive, their presence commanding, and their performance easily one of the most technically sharp of the night. Check out the full gallery!

As the lights shifted again, Taylor Acorn stepped into a quieter moment that pulled the room in. Her set was full of raw feeling, grounded storytelling, and vocals that landed with clarity and weight. You could feel the crowd leaning in, hanging on every word. It was one of the most emotionally resonant parts of the show. Check out the full gallery!

Closing out the night, Charlotte Sands delivered a headline-worthy performance that felt both personal and electric. She moved across the stage with confidence, keeping the crowd in the palm of her hand the entire time. Songs like “Dress” and “Alright” had the whole room singing, but even in the bigger moments, she kept it real. Her connection with the audience felt honest and earned. Check out the full gallery!

The Summer School Tour brought together a wide range of sounds and personalities, but what tied it all together was the strength of each performance. From opening notes to the final encore, the show never lost its momentum. Chicago showed up ready, and every artist gave them a reason to walk away feeling like they were part of something special.