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VIAL PERFORMED LIVE ON APRIL 1, 2026 IN A PACKED HOUSE AT THE RENOWNED MUSIC VENUE IN LA, THE ECHO, AS PART OF THEIR U.S/NORTH AMERICAN TOUR, BY DON MARCELO

Vial is an indie punk-rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota whose unique style and sound and energized performances have captivated a wide range of audience from teens to young adults to older adults. Their blend of rock, pop, punk, indie, alternative rock sounds have gained a dedicated number of fans all across North America and are…

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Vial is an indie punk-rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota whose unique style and sound and energized performances have captivated a wide range of audience from teens to young adults to older adults. Their blend of rock, pop, punk, indie, alternative rock sounds have gained a dedicated number of fans all across North America and are continually growing. The band consists of 3 best friends, Katie Fischer on drums, Taylor Kraemer on bass, and KT Branscom on guitar who each contributes on vocals. They are known for their engaging, wild, and dynamic live performances whose music often explore themes of social identity and issues. 

On this night, VIAL had two support acts and one of them was Alex Vile from Tacoma, WA, the 2nd support act (only got to see the 2nd support act). Just like VIAL the band, Alex Vile is known for her unique style and sound of indie grunge rock.

Check out the photo gallery of VIAL the band and Alex Vile below and follow them on all their socials and websites.

Written and Photos by © Don Marcelo Photography 2026.

VIAL

A female bassist performing on stage, wearing a black dress and fishnet sleeves, while playing a white bass guitar. Colorful lights and abstract visuals are in the background.
A performer on stage singing passionately, with a microphone in hand. The background features colorful visual projections and stage lights, creating an energetic atmosphere. Musical instruments are visible in the background.
A guitarist performing on stage, wearing a black and white outfit with a plaid shirt, playing an electric guitar and striking a pose.
Exterior view of The Echo venue featuring a marquee with upcoming events, surrounded by people and posters on the walls.
A live performance by an all-female rock band on stage, featuring a bassist, guitarist, and drummer. The stage is illuminated with colorful lights, and a vibrant backdrop is displayed behind them.
A musician in a stylish outfit kneels on stage, playing a bass guitar, with their hair styled in playful pigtails. In the background, band members are performing, and a colorful visual projection is displayed.
A female guitarist performing on stage with a microphone, wearing a plaid shirt and holding an electric guitar, while a drummer is visible in the background. The stage has colorful lighting and a vibrant graphic backdrop.
A female musician performs on stage with an electric guitar, wearing a plaid shirt and a graphic t-shirt. Purple and green stage lights illuminate the background, enhancing the energetic atmosphere.
A musician enthusiastically playing a white bass guitar on stage, with colorful background lights and a playful expression, wearing a black outfit with mesh details and pigtails.
A female vocalist passionately singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a black fishnet top and a dark skirt, with textured hair styled in pigtails. The background features colorful stage lights.
A young female singer passionately performing on stage, holding a microphone with her eyes closed. She has dramatic pigtails and is wearing a black fishnet top, surrounded by colorful stage lights.
A singer with blonde hair styled in pigtails performing on stage, holding a microphone and expressing intense emotion. Dressed in a black outfit with a fishnet top, surrounded by colorful stage lights.
A singer performing on stage, holding a microphone, with pink lighting highlighting their hairstyle and outfit.
A young woman with curly hair is smiling while wearing a crop top and an open checkered shirt, posing confidently against a brightly lit background with colorful stage lights.
A female drummer performs energetically on stage, wearing a striped shirt, with colorful lights and a graphic projection in the background. She appears enthusiastic, gesturing with one hand while playing the drums.
A female musician performing on stage, playing a bass guitar and singing into a microphone. She is wearing a black mesh top and a skirt, and has a playful expression. Next to her is a puppet resembling a cat.
A female musician passionately playing an electric bass guitar on stage, wearing a black outfit with a frilled skirt and fishnet sleeves.
A female bassist performing passionately on stage, wearing a black dress and fishnet top, with vibrant blue lighting in the background.
Female bassist performing on stage with a dynamic pose, wearing a black dress and fishnet top, under vibrant blue stage lights.
A female guitarist performing on stage, wearing a graphic tank top and plaid shirt, with long dark hair and an electric guitar.
A female musician playing an electric guitar on stage, wearing a tank top and plaid shirt, with vibrant stage lighting in the background.
A musician performing on stage, singing into a microphone while playing an electric guitar. The performer has long, wavy hair and is wearing a graphic tank top with a plaid shirt draped over their shoulders. Colorful stage lights create a vibrant atmosphere.
A vocalist passionately performing on stage, holding a microphone with both hands, wearing a graphic t-shirt and a plaid shirt, set against colorful stage lights and a vibrant background.
A drummer performing on stage with a colorful backdrop, wearing a striped shirt and focusing on their performance.
A drummer performing on stage with a colorful background, playing an acoustic drum set.
A band performing on stage with vibrant lights in the background. The female bassist and guitarist are in the foreground while the drummer is visible in the back. The stage features colorful lighting effects.
A live music performance featuring a female bassist in a short skirt and mesh top, playing alongside a male guitarist and a drummer, with colorful stage lighting and a psychedelic backdrop.
A live music performance featuring three female musicians on stage. One is playing a bass guitar, another is on drums, and the third is singing with an electric guitar. The stage is illuminated with colorful lights, and a vibrant background display is visible.
A lively music performance featuring two female musicians on stage, one playing bass and the other on guitar, with dynamic lighting and a colorful background.
A musician passionately playing drums on stage with colorful psychedelic visuals projected in the background.
A colorful puppet with exaggerated features, including large eyes and a furry body, positioned near a microphone on a stage with dark curtains in the background.
A drummer playing a drum set with colorful lights in the background, capturing a live music performance atmosphere.
A lively concert scene with a band performing on stage. The audience is engaged and enjoying the music, with colorful stage lighting creating an energetic atmosphere.
Three musicians perform on stage at a live concert, with one playing a bass guitar and another on drums, while a third musician is leaning back dramatically as they interact with the audience.
A drummer performing on stage with a blue drum set, colorful lighting, and dynamic visuals in the background.
A female drummer performing live on stage, surrounded by colorful stage lighting and a backdrop of abstract visuals.
A drummer performing on stage with a blue drum set, wearing a striped shirt, and singing into a microphone, with a colorful backdrop featuring a neon hotel sign.
A live band performing on stage with energetic musicians and a lively crowd in a dimly lit venue.
A drummer performing passionately on stage, wearing a striped shirt and surrounded by colorful lighting.
Musician passionately playing an electric guitar on stage with vibrant lighting and energetic atmosphere.

https://www.vialband.com/about

https://www.instagram.com/VIALbandofficial

ALEX VILE

A performer lying on the stage with a microphone, wearing a white top and purple skirt, surrounded by musical equipment.
A lively scene with three women singing passionately into microphones during a karaoke event, showcasing vibrant expressions and energetic poses.
A female singer performing passionately on stage, with her arms raised and eyes closed, illuminated by stage lights.
A black and white photo of a live band performance featuring a female singer dancing on stage, with two guitarists and a drummer in the background, illuminated by stage lights.
A musician passionately playing a blue electric guitar on stage, with a hand raised in excitement. The background features dim lighting and a microphone stand.
A female guitarist wearing headphones passionately plays an electric guitar on stage, while another guitarist with long hair performs beside her. A drummer can be seen in the background, all under dramatic stage lighting.
A female musician passionately playing an electric guitar while leaning back, with a male guitarist performing beside her on stage, illuminated by dramatic lighting.
A female musician singing and playing an electric guitar on stage, with colorful lights illuminating the performance and a drummer in the background.
A musician playing an electric guitar passionately on stage, with dramatic lighting and a focused expression.
A female musician performing with her head down while wearing headphones and a microphone, surrounded by red stage lights.
A female musician performing on stage, wearing headphones and singing into a microphone while playing an electric guitar. Bright stage lights create a vibrant atmosphere.
A female musician singing passionately into a microphone while wearing headphones, with a red stage light illuminating the background.
A musician with curly blue hair plays a decorated electric bass guitar on stage, wearing a colorful dress and layered necklaces, with a spotlight illuminating her.
A young male drummer playing on stage, holding a drumstick raised in mid-air, with colorful stage lighting in the background.
A female musician with curly hair is performing on stage with a decorated bass guitar, wearing a black and floral dress against a dark backdrop.
A guitarist passionately playing on stage, with long hair and a colorful tank top, showcasing an intense expression.
A female musician passionately singing and playing an electric guitar on stage, wearing headphones and expressing intense emotion.
A drummer performing on stage under blue lighting, holding drumsticks and sitting at a drum set.
A female singer performing on stage, wearing headphones and holding a microphone, with a dramatic expression and red lighting in the background.
Female guitarist passionately performing on stage, wearing headphones and playing a blue electric guitar, with red stage lights and a blurred drum set in the background.
A musician playing an electric guitar on stage, with red lighting illuminating the scene.
A musician with long hair plays an electric guitar on stage, bathed in red light, with a focused expression.

https://alexvile.bandcamp.com

https://www.instagram.com/alexvile_

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