Adam & The Ants - Kings Of The Wild Frontier, Sunburst Splatter

Two drummers drive the tribal rhythms of Adam and the Ants' Kings Of The Wild Frontier, with Adam Ant's theatrical vocals and Marco Pirroni's guitar shaping the songs. Produced by Chris Hughes, the band's second album brought a new style to pop with pounding percussion, chants, and rockabilly guitar accents. This indie-exclusive vinyl record is a limited-edition Sunburst Splatter pressing, with red radiating through a yellow-orange disc.

'Dog Eat Dog' builds its chorus around repeated chants and a forceful drum pattern, while 'Antmusic' pairs a commanding beat with lyrics urging listeners to choose the band's sound. The title track adds a galloping rhythm and a call-and-response refrain. 'Los Rancheros' draws on Western imagery and spoken lines, contrasting with the sharper guitar attack of 'Ants Invasion.' 'Jolly Roger' turns to pirate imagery and an insistent singalong chorus, extending the album's playful, theatrical character.

Adam Ant and Marco Pirroni developed the songs around twin drummers Chris Hughes, performing as Merrick, and Terry Lee Miall. The record's recurring chants, layered percussion, and references to pirates, cowboys, and frontier adventure define its identity. 'The Magnificent Five' and 'Making History' carry these ideas into the second half, joining pop hooks to theatrical stories.

• Format: Vinyl LP
• Standout tracks: Dog Eat Dog, Antmusic, Kings Of The Wild Frontier, Ants Invasion, Jolly Roger
• Pressing details: Indie Exclusive, Limited Edition, Sunburst Splatter Colored Vinyl, National Album Day 2026
• Genre/style: New Wave, Post-Punk
• UPC: 199584617213

Kings Of The Wild Frontier gave Adam and the Ants three major UK hits: 'Dog Eat Dog,' 'Antmusic,' and the title song. Its dual-drummer approach and flamboyant presentation defined their breakthrough in British new wave. 'The Human Beings' closes the album.

* The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition.

Track List:

Side A:

1. Dog Eat Dog
2. Antmusic
3. Feed Me To The Lions
4. Los Rancheros
5. Ants Invasion
6. Killer In The Home

Side B:

1. Kings Of The Wild Frontier
2. The Magnificent Five
3. Don't Be Square (Be There)
4. Jolly Roger
5. Making History
6. The Human Beings