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Syndicate | The Fray | 3:29 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Absolute | The Fray | 3:47 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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You Found Me | The Fray | 4:01 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Say When | The Fray | 5:01 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Never Say Never | The Fray | 4:16 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Where the Story Ends | The Fray | 3:57 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Enough for Now | The Fray | 4:14 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Ungodly Hour | The Fray | 5:04 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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We Build Then We Break | The Fray | 3:48 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Happiness | The Fray | 5:22 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Fair Fight | The Fray | 2:45 | Album Only | View In iTunes |
| Total: 11 Songs |
iTunes Review
A nervous sort of compassion pervades The Fray’s self-titled 2009 sophomore album. Those who connected with the Denver-based quartet’s huge 2006 hit “How to Save a Life” will find a similar combination of atmospheric, piano-centered melody and earnestly delivered emotion throughout this release. Once again, singer Isaac Slade’s gnarled phrasing and general air of anxiousness is the focal point of the band’s tunes. Songs like “Where the Story Ends,” “Enough for Now” and “We Build Then We Break” allude to unhealed family wounds and looming romantic breakups in fragmented, pain-wracked imagery. As the closing track “Happiness” makes clear, joy is difficult to find in Fray-land. Spiritual issues are touched upon, with God Himself coming in for a tongue-lashing in “You Found Me.” The album’s arrangements favor shimmering textures over rhythmic drive, often settling into rolling mid-tempo grooves à la Keane, Coldplay and early U2. When the formula catches fire — as it does on “Never Say Never” and “Ungodly Hour,” for instance — the band’s music conveys a genuine sense of longing and need.
Customer Reviews
a must buy
This album is great! in my opinion this ablum does not top the last one i think they tie. piano-rock based band the fray still give you lyrics with deep emotions, catchy piano parts along with Isaac Slade's unique voice. All songs on this album have alot of meaning behind them that anyone can relate to.
Syndicate- 8/10- this song sounds a bit like Coldplay it has a very catchy upbeat piano part (happy sounding) however the chorus is a little flat but the beat along with instruments certainly make up for it
Absolute-9/10- very kool guitar part good lyrics, however i did like the version they used to perform at concerts. this song is still ver very good.
You Found Me-10/10- great song. talks about why bad things happen to good people. extremely catchy piano part with a very strong chorus. beautiful music break with just singing and piano at one point
Say When- 9 1/2 /10- very kool guitar part and intro pretty upbeat with very energetic vocals. has alot of words in it and meaning behind it
Never Say Never 10/10- beautiful piano part. if you like look after you, you will love this. talks about love. at one point isaac slade goes the highest i have ever heard him sing.
where the story ends- 8 1/2 /10 would make a great theme song for a movie very catchy kool piano part
Enough For Now- 8/10- Isaac wrote this song about his grandpa who never seemed to enjoy life.. his grandpa died 7 or 8 years ago. again another terriffic piano part chorus a tiny bit flat but great song overall
Ungodly Hour-9/10-sung by Joe King. you will like this if you like heaven forbid. deep meaning wonderfull lyrics.
We Build Then We Break- 7/10- this song is ok. it's not really the fray's sound though its more of a rocking out sound. doesnt really suit them but it has good lyrics.
Happiness- 10/10- my favorite on the album great acoustic guitar part followed by a strong middle of the song. very emotional break into just piano and isaac slade. ends beautifully. song also has what sounds like a church choir in the background. this one will send shivers down your spine!
Fair Fight 6.5/10 i didn't really like this one too well. maybe it will grow on me.. it just sounded almost (boring) it has good lyrics though.
overall album 4/5
this album displays how the fray have matured musically and as people. a more "mature sound" still piano driven along with isaac slade's unique "boyish voice" and joe kings back up vocals. Ben Wysocki sounds great on the drums along with Dave Welsh's superior guitar skills ( which especially stand out in "we build then we break". great album overall i would recommend buying it. i think the fray deserve a grammy for this.. one of the vest albums of the year!
Different and Awesome
The Fray's sophomore album to "How to Save a Life" shows many differences from the debut. Although the first album was outstanding, the fact of being different is in no way negative; this album is fantastic! Though "How to Save a Life" had numerous slow gems such as "Hundred" and "Vienna", "The Fray"'s selection of ballad-ey songs are up to par with them. Too, the great rock melodies on the debut such as "All At Once" could be compared to tracks like the wonderful "Syndicate." Although there are definite comparisons between the two albums, the differences are apparent as well. This is my overview of "The Fray"....
1...Syndicate - 10/10 - This great track provides an immediate entrance into the album with great vocals and a sing-along chorus. This will end up on the radio soon I'm sure. A great track here!
2...Absolute - 9/10 - This is another solid song. The line leading up to the chorus and the chorus itself are the best parts of this song. No complaints for this track. A good track here.
3...You Found Me - 9.5/10 - Lyrically, this song is amazing. Musically and vocally, this song is great! This track definitely flows better with the album than it does on its own. A very good song here.
4...Say When - 9/10 - This is a definite solid track but it really stands out to me a lot mainly in the chorus. However, this is a very nice song when you listen to the song/album without distraction. A good song here.
5...Never Say Never - 9.5/10 - This is a fantastic track. The repetition of the line "Don't let me go" is very nice and heartfelt. This was an immediate standout track for me when I first listened to the CD. A wonderful track here!
6...Where the Story Ends - 9.5/10 - This is another great song from the album. The vocals are awesome and so likeable. The chorus is catchy and great. Another great track here.
7...Enough for Now - 10/10 - This track is definitely my favorite on the album. It is beautiful, sad, great, meaningful, and catchy at the same time. I'm happy that this track will probably not make it on the radio because the constant repetition - although it is a nice song - might drain the power of this song. A standout track here!
8...Ungodly Hour - 10/10 - Heartfelt. Relateable. Different. Wonderful. The vocals are haunting and great, the lyrics simple and true! This was an instant highlight for me on my first listen. A wonderful song here!
9...We Build Then We Break - 9/10 - This is easily the album's weakest track. However, it is by no means bad or a let down. The chorus is good but the verses are somewhat bland in spots. A solid track nonetheless here.
10...Happiness - 10/10 - The way that "We Build Then We Break" leads into this track is really good. As is the album's finale. The lyrics match perfectly with the music making it an irresistable song. The end - I won't spoil it - is very nice as well. This is a great album conclusion. A wonderful track here.
Although some may find it hard to believe that no song is below a "9/10", I'm not lying when I grade this album. However, I could understand why some Fray fans may not like it as much as "How to Save a Life" because of the differences, but I, personally, love this CD. Too, a rare thing happened when I immediately liked this album after listening to it for the first time. Often, it takes me two or three listens before I judge the album, but no time was needed before I made my decision. In conclusion, there is no sophomore slump here. "The Fray" is an easily likeable and very essential album.
The Fray: Album of The Year
Since the drop of their album, How To Save a Life in September of 2005, we have all been waiting to see what The Fray would have in store for us next. Well here it is, and the wait was well worth it. In The Fray's new self-titled album, they incorporate the classic Isaac Slade piano we know and love with a new twist of guitar in a few songs. The sound is unbelievable; not a single average track on the album. This is a one of a kind album that seldom comes around. It will not disappoint.
Biography
Formed: 2002 in Denver, CO
Genre: Rock
Years Active: '00s
Top Albums and Songs by The Fray
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How to Save a Life | How to Save a Life | 4:22 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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You Found Me | The Fray | 4:01 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Over My Head (Cable Car) | How to Save a Life | 3:56 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Never Say Never | The Fray | 4:16 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Look After You | How to Save a Life | 4:26 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Heartless (Swinghouse Session) | The Fray Live: iTunes Pass | 4:14 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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All At Once | How to Save a Life | 3:47 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Syndicate | The Fray | 3:29 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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She Is | How to Save a Life | 3:56 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Absolute | The Fray | 3:47 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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- $9.99
- Genres: Rock, Music, American Trad Rock, Adult Alternative
- Released: Feb 03, 2009
- ℗ 2009 Sony Music Entertainment
