Kurt Vile is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist from Philadelphia known for his lo-fi indie rock aesthetic and introspective songwriting. The Violators is his backing band that accompanies him on recordings and live performances, featuring members including Guitarist Rob Schnapf and others. Together, Kurt Vile and the Violators have released multiple albums including "b'lieve i'm goin down..." (2015) and "Bottle It In" (2018), establishing Vile as a prominent figure in contemporary indie rock.