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From the sleepy sprawl of America's 'Mile-High City', Denver, Colorado, United States, comes The Fray, a foursome whose melodic pop-rock songs and soaring vocals resonate with sprawling tapestries and tales of hopefulness and heartache. Formed in 2002 by Isaac Slade (vocals, piano) and Joe King (guitar, vocals), The Fray earned a loyal grassroots following through impressive area gigs and the support of local radio which led a listener-driven campaign to get the band a record contract. |
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News in english
about The Fray
(August / 2009)
The Fray comes to Shoreline Date: 01 Aug 2009
The Martinez Record -
The Fray's most recent, self-titled CD is a beautifully packaged affair. The accompanying booklet is full of artfully shot photographs reflecting the band's Colorado roots and Denver hometown. The printed lyrics are also stylishly presented across these mostly contemplative images.
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Will E-Books and E-Reading Catch Fire? Date: 01 Aug 2009
Independent Publisher -
The digital revolution has been underway for years, changing the way we read, learn and communicate.
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Movie review: the Cove exposes dolphin slaughter Date: 02 Aug 2009
Cape Cod Times -
The Cove is much more than just a record of that adventure. Like the directors cover story, the movie is a Trojan horse: an exceptionally well-made documentary that unfolds like a spy thriller...Mr.
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On Lowell field, goals include helping the community Date: 02 Aug 2009
Lowell Sun -
LOWELL -- Huddled in clusters on the sidelines of Cawley Stadium, they speak German, Portuguese, Spanish, English, Khmer, Somali. Once on the field, they speak a common language -- soccer. Yesterday morning, 16 teams showcasing players from all over the globe laced up their cleats to take a shot at victory, all vying for the title of
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Concert review: Fray, Jack's Mannequin make for boring show at Shoreline Date: 02 Aug 2009
Contra Costa Times -
Both bands deliver pretty, earnest music that is oh, so predictable.
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Phil Shiner: 'We torture people, yet no one admits it' Date: 02 Aug 2009
Independent -
If Phil Shiner feels a bit smug, you can hardly blame him. The Birmingham human rights lawyer has had his share of being treated like an oddball obsessive, a do-gooding, unpatriotic trouble-maker. Now the causes he has taken up are vindicating him one by one. Obsessive he may be, but Shiner is a man to make politicians shake.
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The Cove (2008) (New York Times)
Date: 03 Aug 2009
When the director Louie Psihoyos slipped into the little coastal town of Taiji, Japan, it was under cover of documenting the degradation of ocean reefs. Once there, however, he proceeded to mount one of the most audacious and perilous operations in the history of the conservation movement.
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The Fray at the Santa Barbara Bowl Date: 04 Aug 2009
Santa Barbara Independent -
The popular band brought old favorites, new music during their Friday night performance.
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