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Critically acclaimed, platinum selling US rockers The Fray return with a brand new single "Heartbeat" taken from their third album Scars and Stories. Scars & Stories leads with “Heartbeat,” of which lead-singer Isaac Slade notes, “That song came out of a period of my life when I was trying hard to be open to whatever came my way. I traveled through South Africa and Rwanda with a buddy, and at first it was really hard to stay open in the face of so much pain and heartache. But then I ended up meeting so many cool and inspiring people, and all these ideas for lyrics and melodies just started rushing in.” The inspiration specifically came from a chance meeting with an expatriate woman. Speaking of the miracle of the capital city overcoming such remarkable odds, the two held hands and Slade reveals “I felt so connected to her. I couldn’t tell if it was her pulse or mine.”
The album was recorded at the legendary Blackbird Studios in Nashville. The Fray was able to hone their sound with the help of producer Brendan O’Brien (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, and Neil Young). On the new recording, the band transforms their real life experiences into a collection of songs that are reflective, but still maintain a pop sensibility. The making of Scars and Stories fostered the most evolution the band has ever experienced, both lyrically and musically. “On our first record, we didn’t quite trust ourselves yet,” says Slade. “We loosened up on the second album, but there was still some element of restraint. But on this one, we just stepped up to plate and swung as hard as we could.”
The album was recorded at the legendary Blackbird Studios in Nashville. The Fray was able to hone their sound with the help of producer Brendan O’Brien (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, and Neil Young). On the new recording, the band transforms their real life experiences into a collection of songs that are reflective, but still maintain a pop sensibility. The making of Scars and Stories fostered the most evolution the band has ever experienced, both lyrically and musically. “On our first record, we didn’t quite trust ourselves yet,” says Slade. “We loosened up on the second album, but there was still some element of restraint. But on this one, we just stepped up to plate and swung as hard as we could.”
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By EllieHayley
Format:MP3 Download
This album by The Fray is one of the best albums I've ever bought.
It's moved on style-wise from their two previous albums, with the introduction of more guitar and drums.
There isn't a song on this album that I don't love. The lyrics, vocals and actual music are all perfect, and have improved alot (IMO) from the previous albums which I didn't think were as consistent.
I think that even if you haven't really listened to The Fray before you should like this album because it's genuine good quality music.
Words cannot express how much I love this album. Probably one of my favourite albums of 2012.
It's moved on style-wise from their two previous albums, with the introduction of more guitar and drums.
There isn't a song on this album that I don't love. The lyrics, vocals and actual music are all perfect, and have improved alot (IMO) from the previous albums which I didn't think were as consistent.
I think that even if you haven't really listened to The Fray before you should like this album because it's genuine good quality music.
Words cannot express how much I love this album. Probably one of my favourite albums of 2012.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Ali
Format:Audio CD
Unsurprisingly this is a much awaited and utterly outstanding contribution to music yet again by The Fray. This album is a sublime and emotional piece of work that was so worth the wait. They just keep getting better and better, well done boys!
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I have been looking for this cd in local music stores and couldnt get it. I love the Fray and was thrilled I ordered it.
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Criminal Minds and the Fray
Came across the Fray via Criminal Minds! I really enjoyed their music. Will be on the look out for some more now.
Published 4 months ago by Lesley Wilkes
4.0 out of 5 stars
Delightful Album - Though an acquired taste
'How To Save a Life' is both a blessing and curse for The Fray. The song (and subsequent album) that catapulted them to fame cannot help but cast a shadow on the third studio album... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Patrick Løye
2.0 out of 5 stars
The fray scars and stories need to tell another that moves you .
After hearing tracks from this album i feel its missing that Fray touch especially after hearing previous material like how to save a life etc. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Richie.G
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hard going at first...
After the first 2 albums which were relatively easy to get to know and like, this one's been a lot more difficult to get to enjoy. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Dan Glaser
3.0 out of 5 stars
It's okay.
IF you like the Fray's previous albums then then you will like this one. It's quite similar to the others, the same style same sort of stuff going on. Read more
Published 11 months ago by ben
5.0 out of 5 stars
good review
bought the fray scars and stories, got it about 2 weeks later and cd is brand new and in plastic cover, thanks for you're cooperation.
from a happy customer :)
from a happy customer :)
Published 12 months ago by adam
1.0 out of 5 stars
5 stars for band, nil point for the A&R's mastering orders
I like The Fray. I like the way they think, and the way they go about their business. I like their music; their musicianship: the singer's lyrical ideas; the individuality of his... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Steve Vitti
5.0 out of 5 stars
Scars & Stories
This is a fantastic album by the fray, lived up to what I expected it to be.
The delivery was also punctual so I am satisfied with this product.
The delivery was also punctual so I am satisfied with this product.
Published 13 months ago by Jed Davies7
4.0 out of 5 stars
Solid
The Fray have the kind of radio friendly rock music that should sell by the ton. In the past, on their first album in particular, this has been the case. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Syriat
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