Gallery: Krooked Kings open for The Happy Fits at The Wiltern on Nov. 15

by Amy Miranda

Krooked Kings opened the show for The Happy Fits on Saturday, Nov. 15, delivering an energetic set that quickly drew the crowd in. The Salt Lake City–based indie rock band has grown steadily in recent years through a series of well-received releases and an active online presence. Their upbeat stage chemistry and melodic sound set a strong tone for the evening, building momentum ahead of the headliner.

Matt Monosson plays into the build of a song during the band’s set. Monosson helped carry the momentum of the opening set. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.

Matt Monosson plays into the build of a song during the band's set. He helped carry the momentum of the opening set.


Paul Colgan leans into a high-energy guitar moment during the band’s performance. Colgan’s playing adds a more upbeat edge to the band’s live sound. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife

Paul Colgan leans into a high-energy guitar moment during the band's performance. Colgan's playing adds a more upbeat edge to the band’s live sound.


Krooked Kings opened the show before The Happy Fits took the stage. Their set introduced the crowd to the night’s indie-rock lineup. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife

Krooked Kings opened the show before The Happy Fits took the stage. Their set introduced the crowd to the night's indie-rock lineup.


Oliver Martin sings while playing guitar as David Macey performs on keys behind him. The pair often share lead melodies, creating Krooked Kings’ mellow, melodic tone at times. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife

Oliver Martin sings while playing guitar as David Macey performs on keys behind him. The pair often share lead melodies, creating Krooked Kings’ mellow, melodic tone in some of their songs.


Oliver Martin looks down as he focuses on his guitar work during Krooked Kings’ opening set. Martin handles both lead vocals and guitar throughout the performance. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.

Oliver Martin looks down as he focuses on his guitar work during Krooked Kings’ opening set. Martin handles both lead vocals and guitar for the band throughout the performance.

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