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⚠️WARNING⚠️ AN INTENSE WAVE OF HEAT WAS CAUSED BY THE ROCK BAND, THE WARNING, WITH THEIR 3 DAY SOLD OUT SHOWS IN LOS ANGELES AT THE HISTORIC VENUE, THE FONDA THEATRE, BY DON MARCELO

Los Angeles was already hot in the month of September 2026. The great all female band from Mexico, THE WARNING, elevated that heat to the next level of intensity with their SOLD OUT SHOWS and music and performance on day one and day two (the shows I got to see them perform) at the famous and…

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Los Angeles was already hot in the month of September 2026. The great all female band from Mexico, THE WARNING, elevated that heat to the next level of intensity with their SOLD OUT SHOWS and music and performance on day one and day two (the shows I got to see them perform) at the famous and historic music venue, The Fonda Theatre. As one would say in this generation’s language, “They were Fire as F*çK!”

Covering day one of their show on Wednesday, September 9th, S.L.R. MAGAZINE and I were there to experience this intense heat they brought with them with their explosive performance on stage and their electrifying and gritty sounds of hard rock music they are known for. Loyal fans of the band called TWA better known as The Warning Army (The official fandom name of THE WARNING) flew and came from all over the world to Los Angeles to experience their explosive shows. Some came for just one day and some came to see them on all 3 days. Regiments of The Warning Army, such as Paul from Montreal Canada along with his band of misfits, Neil from Boston, MA, Robert from Minneapolis, MN, David from Seattle, WA, Jen from Houston, TX, and Birgit from Germany camped out and in the front line at 4:30 am which they held onto the line of DAY ONE to claim the coveted bragging rights of being the first ones in line and in the front and center of the barricade. Another regiment of THE WARNING ARMY who I often see since they live very close to LA were Aaron and his wife from The OC and Rick and his wife originally from The OC and now resides in NV. This gang of misfits are die hard music fans and lovers since I often see them around LA whenever I cover a show. These TWAs truly are truly loyal to their ride or die.

THE WARNING was supported by another fiery performance from the opening support act, SPEED OF LIGHT for DAY 1 and DAY 2 of their 3 day shows in Los Angeles.

Written by Don Marcelo

Three young women posing together under an open hood of a car, showcasing vibrant fashion and hairstyles, with a bright blue sky in the background. The image includes concert details for the band 'The Warning' at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles, CA, highlighting sold-out shows on September 9, 10, and 11.

SPEED OF LIGHT – THE SUPPORT ACT ON DAY ONE .

Starting their musical journey and career as children who have been playing the LA circuit scene since 2016, The sibling trio band from Santa Monica, CA called SPEED OF LIGHT came to us on this night with such ferocious presence and a powerful performance which set the tone for one helluva rocking night. The band is fronted by a strong vocalist and bassist named Riley who is the sister of the band’s Axe Shredder (guitarist) , Cameron and their other brother, Tyler as the hard hitting drummer who keeps their heavy beats on time and on point. They are known for their dynamic presence and electrifying energy on stage with their punk rock and alt garage style of hard and heavy rock music.

Constantly moving around and rocking out with excitement from one part of the stage to another, Riley and Cameron moved and rocked out everywhere on stage showcasing their style of music while head banging and singing and playing their instruments and not missing a note. Tyler mirrored his siblings with his own style of rock motion and emotions behind the drums head banging, singing, and shouting without skipping a beat and always getting the audience to root and shout along with them.

SPEED OF LIGHT’S SETLIST on Day 1 included the following songs (according to Tyler, “Most of the songs we played are on our new album we finished recording over the summer. It hasn’t been released yet. Here’s the set-list we played both nights”):

1. Into the Wild

2. Teeth *

3. Inch by Inch *

4. Hollow

5. Fly

6. Blade

7. Seraphim

8. Death Blow

9. Kill the Vibe *

(* are released)

Pure Rock and Roll with elements of Punk attitude were seen, heard, and experienced by the audience all throughout their set. There wasn’t a single moment of awkward silence by the band nor by the audience. A constant motion of fierce energy was felt by every soul who saw them play on this night (and on day 2 as well as I got to see them again as a music fan this time and not as a music photographer in the photo pit).

This is one dynamic band that has the pure heart and soul of a rock band, full of intense energy fueled by passion and infused with charged emotions. A must see for everyone who loves Hard Rock/Punk Rock/Alt Rock/Garage Rock Music. Follow SPEED OF LIGHT on all their socials for more hard rocking music that’s louder and faster than the speed of sound.

https://www.instagram.com/speedoflightband

🎸Cam @ctc_thunderlord ⁣⁣

⁣⁣🥁Tyler @tcterrordawg ⠀⁣⁣

⁣⁣🎸Riley @rileyclairerockstar

THE WARNING – THE HEADLINER

After the breakdown of SPEED OF LIGHT’s set, staff of the venue worked hard to clear up the stage to set up the equipment for the headliner, making sure all the instruments were working properly and in tune for the next and final act of the evening. As the lights were dimmed, three silhouetted figures came out from the darkness and glided their way across the stage like angels. These angels I am referring to were none-other than the members of THE WARNING. Each member strutted their way to their respective area and greeted THE WARNING ARMY with love, waving at them and smiling effervescently to the audience as if each member of the band knew each and everyone of their fans.

This sense of greeting and belonging gave the gesture as if each person of THE WARNING ARMY was part of their bloodline and family. In return of this sweet gesture that THE WARNING gave to the audience, a thunderous roar and applause took place from THE WARNING ARMY which shook the inside of the theatre creating a flood of screaming adulations from each fan, showing their loyalty and love for the band.

THE WARNING consists of 3 young talented ladies from Mexico who are sisters, The Villareal Sisters:  Daniela aka Dany is the lead guitarist and vocalist as well as backing vocalist; Paulina aka Pau is the drummer and lead vocalist as well as the backing vocalist; and Alejandra aka Ale is the bassist and backing vocalist. Together they form one powerful hard rock band called THE WARNING.

Their setlist from DAY ONE included the following songs:

  • MORE
  • S!CK
  • Qué más quieres
  • Escapism
  • Bruises
    (live debut)
  • Ego
  • Bite My Tongue
  • MONEY
  • Bloodsport
    (live debut)
  • DISCIPLE
  • Ritual
  • Sharks
  • Hell You Call a Dream
  • Kerosene

Encore:

  • EVOLVE
  • Automatic Sun

With their distinct sounds of distorted and heavy riffs on guitar, hard pounding drums, bass licks that is both crisp and soulful and in turn will knock your socks off, and aggressive singing style by both Dany and Pau, this hard rock band showcased a flawless and stupendous performance from beginning all the way to the end. The audience were entranced throughout the evening, often singing along with them with raised arms and clenched fists or horns up high above their heads while head banging to each song and mimicking each member. A true delight to see from high above the balcony of The Fonda.

Overall, their performance was perfect. The songs they sang were all “Fire AF!” A delightful treat as my first time seeing and covering them LIVE on stage. Congratulations to THE WARNING on the release of their 5th Studio album. FOLLOW THE WARNING on all their socials for more

The Warning links

https://thewarningband.com

Photo Gallery of the performance by © Don Marcelo Photography 2026

A female singer energetically performs on stage while pointing, with a drummer visible in the background. The stage is illuminated with colorful lights and music equipment.
Three female musicians performing on stage in a black and white setting, with one playing the bass guitar, another on drums, and the third playing electric guitar.
A female band performing on stage, featuring a bassist playing a blue bass guitar, a guitarist leaning down while playing, and a drummer in the background. The stage is illuminated with bright lights.
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A female drummer performing on stage, surrounded by musical equipment, with two other female musicians nearby, one playing bass and another capturing the moment with a camera.
A rock band performing on stage with dramatic lighting effects, featuring a guitarist in the foreground and a drummer in the background.
The band The Warning performing on stage with colorful lights and their name displayed in the background.
A live performance by the band 'The Warning' featuring two female musicians on stage, one playing a bass guitar and the other singing with an electric guitar. The backdrop displays the band's name in bold letters with dynamic stage lighting.
The rock band The Warning performing on stage with a drummer, a bassist, and a guitarist. Colorful stage lights are illuminating the scene.
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A drummer performing on stage with the band name 'The Warning' displayed in large letters on a backdrop, illuminated by stage lights.
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A drummer with red hair performing on stage, surrounded by drum equipment and vibrant stage lights.
A drummer performing on stage with the band's name 'The Warning' displayed in the background.
A drummer performing on stage with the band name 'The Warning' displayed in the background.
A musician with long curly hair performs on stage, holding a guitar and gesturing passionately while singing into a microphone.
A female musician passionately singing into a microphone while playing an electric guitar on stage with dramatic lighting.
A female musician performs on stage with a guitar, her hair flowing, captured in black and white.
A female rock musician performs on stage, passionately singing into a microphone while playing an electric guitar. The backdrop features the band name 'The Warning' in bold letters, illuminated by stage lights.
A female musician passionately playing an electric guitar while singing, with long hair flowing and a microphone stand in the background.
A female musician performing on stage with a guitar, featuring motion blur effects that convey energy and movement.
A female musician playing an electric guitar while singing into a microphone on stage, with a motion blur effect.
A female musician performing on stage with an electric guitar while singing, with a drummer visible in the background. Bright stage lights illuminate the scene.
A female bassist performing on stage under dramatic lighting, with a microphone stand visible in the foreground.
A female musician playing a blue electric bass guitar on stage with colorful stage lighting in the background.
A female musician playing a bass guitar on stage, wearing a tank top and a skirt, with stage lights in the background.
A female musician playing a blue electric bass guitar on stage, wearing a white tank top and black pants with a flared design.
A female musician performing on stage with a blue bass guitar, her hair flowing as she plays passionately, dressed in a sleeveless top and stylish black pants.
A female musician passionately plays a blue guitar on stage, captured in a dynamic and energetic pose with blurred motion effects.
A dynamic musician passionately playing an electric guitar on stage, captured in a motion-blurred effect that emphasizes the energy of the performance.
A female musician playing an electric bass guitar on stage, dressed in a white tank top and black pants, with long hair flowing as she performs.
Four fans of the band 'The Warning' posing outside the Fonda Theatre, wearing band merchandise, with a bright sunset in the background.
A live music performance with a guitarist on stage, surrounded by band members playing drums and singing. The audience is cheering with raised hands, capturing the energetic atmosphere of the concert.
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Speed Of Light links

https://www.speedoflightband.com

Photo Gallery of the performance by © Don Marcelo Photography 2026

Two musicians performing on stage, one playing guitar and the other holding a guitar while singing, with dynamic hair movement and a vibrant atmosphere.
A female musician holds an acoustic guitar while performing on stage, surrounded by other band members. The drummer is visible in the background playing a drum set, and the audience is cheering and taking photos.
A live performance by a band on stage, featuring a female bassist singing, with a male drummer in the foreground and another male guitarist on the right. Bright stage lights illuminate the scene and the backdrop reads 'SPEED OF LIGHT'.
A live band performance with a female bassist singing into a microphone, a drummer in the background with wild hair, and a guitarist on the side, with colorful stage lights illuminating the scene and a backdrop displaying the band's name 'Speed of Light'.
A black and white image of a band performing on stage, featuring a drummer, a female bass guitarist, and another guitarist, with a large backdrop displaying the text 'SPEED OF LIGHT'.
A black and white image of a live band performing on stage with a prominent backdrop displaying the text 'SPEED OF LIGHT.' The female bassist is in the foreground, while the drummer is partially visible.
A black and white photograph of a live band performance, featuring a female violinist and a male guitarist playing on stage. The backdrop displays the text 'SPEED OF LIGHT' in bold letters, with stage lights illuminating the scene.
A female performer in a black outfit and cowboy boots dances next to a male guitarist in a white shirt on stage, with a banner reading 'SPEED OF LIGHT' illuminated in the background.
Two female musicians performing on stage with guitars, illuminated by colorful stage lights, against a backdrop displaying 'SPEED OF LIGHT.'
A live concert scene featuring a band performing on stage with vibrant lighting and a backdrop displaying the word 'SPEED LIGHT'. The vocalist is singing while holding a microphone, and musicians are playing guitar and drums.
Black and white image of a live band performing on stage with a captivated audience in front.
A black and white image of a live band performing on stage, with a large backdrop displaying the words 'SPEED OF LIGHT'. The musicians include a drummer and guitarists, with an engaged audience in the foreground.
A lively concert scene with a large crowd gathered in front of a brightly lit stage, featuring musicians performing. The venue has ornate decorations and a vibrant atmosphere.
A vibrant concert scene featuring a large crowd at a music venue, with a band performing on stage under dramatic lighting and a disco ball reflecting light throughout the space.
A crowded concert venue with a large audience enjoying a live performance on stage, illuminated by stage lights and surrounded by a starry light effect.
A lively crowd at a concert, with enthusiastic fans cheering and clapping near the stage.
A female musician performing on stage with a guitar, microphone in hand, set against colorful stage lights and a large backdrop displaying the words 'SOUNDS OF LIGHT'.
A female bassist performing energetically on stage, with her hair flying as she plays, against a backdrop with the text 'Shed of Light' in bold letters.
A female guitarist passionately performing on stage, playing an electric guitar while her hair flows with the movement, against a backdrop with the text 'SPEED OF LIGHT.'
A young female musician passionately performing on stage with a microphone and bass guitar, captured in black and white.
A female musician passionately performing on stage with a bass guitar, microphone in front, and vibrant lighting in the background.
Musician performing on stage with a microphone and playing a bass guitar, dressed in a graphic t-shirt.
A female musician passionately singing into a microphone while playing an electric bass guitar on stage, illuminated by stage lights in a black and white photo.
A female guitarist passionately performs on stage, with long hair flying and wearing a t-shirt and skirt, creating an energetic atmosphere.
Female musician performing on stage with guitar, wearing a graphic t-shirt and a skirt, hair in motion.
A drummer passionately performing on stage, hitting the drums with enthusiasm, with colorful stage lighting highlighting the scene.
A drummer enthusiastically playing on stage in front of a drum set with the words 'SPEED OF LIGHT' prominently displayed on the bass drum.
A drummer performing energetically on stage with long hair covering his face, in front of a backdrop that reads 'SPEED OF LIGHT'.
A drummer energetically playing on stage, with a drum kit featuring the logo 'SPEED OF LIGHT' prominently displayed. The image captures motion and excitement, highlighting the drummer's passion and intensity.
A guitarist passionately performing on stage, head thrown back with long hair flying, illuminated by dramatic stage lights with the word 'LIGHT' in the background.
A musician passionately playing an electric guitar on stage, with dynamic hair movement and dramatic lighting in black and white.
A musician with long hair playing an electric guitar passionately on stage, captured in a dynamic pose with hair flying.
A musician energetically playing an electric guitar on stage, with long hair flying as they perform. The image is in black and white, showcasing the intense atmosphere of a live concert.
A musician energetically playing an electric guitar on stage, with long hair flying and a microphone in front of them, captured in a dynamic motion blur.
A guitarist passionately performing on stage, kicking one leg up while playing an electric guitar. The scene is filled with vibrant stage lights and amplifiers in the background.

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