The Frames

Best Musicans I have ever heard ! I love the blend of instruments and Glen's shout singing. Colm is an amazing violinist. You can tell these guys love what they do and in turn we love it too:)

I've listened to them for years, but this was my first live show. They were absolutely amazing! I would highly recommend going to their show if you have the chance. Superb virtuoso musicians!

GO! I'm a bit biased as The Frames are my fav band, but they're simply brilliant. All 5 bring the best out of one another to create a sound that is irresistible. Bottom line.. you don't want to miss them.

The Frames were awesome! Great energy! There were some SUPER obnoxious people next to us and I really wish the bouncers would have kicked them out, but what can you do? Otherwise, I would definitely see them again!

Understandable how this band continues to thrive 20 years later. What a great show

Awesome show! Great to have The Frames come to Seattle!

I've been a Frames fan for a long time, but this was my first time ever seeing them live. From reputation alone I knew it would be a good show, but I was amazed at just how great Glen and the boys were. They've been doing this for 15-20 years now, and it's clear that they have learned how to work a crowd. Always willing to share the spotlight, about half-way through the show Glen brought out a local kid that they had met the night before at a bar. They heard him singing to a crowd of a few dozen, liked what they heard, and put him on stage in front of a sold-out venue to sing one of his original songs. It was clearly a once in a lifetime moment for the guy, and it was very fun to see him deliver well. Sorry I didn't catch your name, if you read this, but you did a fantastic job! Anyways, back to the headliners! Glen Hansard just knows how to interact with a crowd so well, even in a group of a few thousand it felt like just a guy chatting with his mates, lots of comfortable banter between himself and the audience. When it was time to work, the band dished out about two and a half hours of blistering, hook-heavy tunes, the ones we all know and love, sprinkled with a few covers and new songs. Pretty sure I heard at least one Van Morrison cover, and possibly a Will Oldham song, but I didn't recognize them exactly as such - they just had the vibe of those artists, and I know the Frames often do covers of each. I went in hoping to hear some specific songs, such as Santa Maria, People Get Ready, Seven Day Mile, Star Start, etc. They hit all of those and many more. I did miss out on Red Chord as the closer, but so what! Fitzcaraldo was a blistering end to what is probably the best live show I've ever been to, and now I have a good excuse to go see them again.

Great band! Amazing writing! Entire band is so talented. Looking forward to new songs and new album!

I went to this concert knowing that these guys would put on a good show,well lets just say that they rocked my socks off! The guys are truly amazing muscians and put on a great show that far surpassed what I expected. I would go see the frames again again and again! Love them!

I knew The Frames were a mixture of ballad and passion and rock, but I had no idea what a bunch of hard rocking maniacs they are. I wasn't sure if they were going to stroke out or I was. I'm 56 and have never been so in awe of a rock band. Glenn is superhuman - it was like he was channeling the Force or something. The fiddle player was almost equally amazing. I couldn't believe how close we were to a great band. For that, Showbox, thanx. My only complaint was a few of the crowd at the Showbox who just wouldn't shut up. During the quiet numbers - there were a few - there constant drunken babble was pretty irritating. Even more so the bartenders who were having a great time talking loudly amonst themselves when the customers were trying to hear the music. The Frames, anytime, the Showbox, not again.

Years ago, I saw an Irish band called The Frames open for Damien Rice. I was hooked. Rice was definitely worth the price of admission, but ever since that show, I had been waiting for The Frames to come back to town. I was concerned that somehow my memory and imagination had embellished that first show in my mind, setting me up for disappointment. I was wrong. I left the show with the only disappointment being the uncertainty of any future opportunities to see the band, again. Now, while I'm a definite fan. I'm not the rabid fan that knows every lyric and every variation they have ever performed from their 20 year song catalog. For that reason, I feel that I'm not writing from the perspective that the band could do anything and please. They WORK to win you over with careful attention to musical dynamics that draw you in with a whisper then sweep you up in a crescendo of thrashing that would make a metalhead's head bob in rhythmic approval. I feel sorry for some in the NYC crowd that were distracted by nearby tone-deaf audience member singers, but they seemed to be diluted by the rest of the crowd in Seattle and the Irish girl standing behind me was spot-on and only added to the ambience! The Frame's musical moments aside, the most unique moment was Glen bringing up a young singer the band had met earlier that day who had been playing to a inattentive clientele at a local pub, handing him his iconic battle-worn acoustic guitar, and bringing him onstage to play a song to the appreciative crowd while the band took a well-deserved break before their first encore.

I love their music and energy but to see them again the sound system would need to be of higher quality. The clarity and crispness of the audio was very poor. They also could have improved the sound had they turned the volume down some. I saw the Swell Season at the Moore several years ago and I know how the music should sound, this was too loud and poor quality.

The Frames and the opening act of Jake Clemons were absolutely wonderful! The Frames and front man, Glen Hansard is always entertaining with fantastic stories and soul wrenching lyrics. The band takes you through a truly musical journey, and with very devoted fans in the audience you can't help but be swept away in the excitement that is The Frames. The opening act of Jake Clemons and band were good, and did get the audience ready to go for the main act. I'm a huge fan and will definitely get my tickets for the next show in New York City!

This was my first time seeing the Frames. I had only ever heard a few songs of theirs, but now I am a fan.

Great show. Glen was excellent and they played all of the crowd pleasers. I also enjoyed the interaction that they had with the crowd. They only negatives were that they played a lot of very slow songs towards the end of the gig instead of earlier on. I also would have liked to have heard them play the song Fake. Other than that, the acoustics at Terminal 5 weren't great but that wasn't the bands fault. Overall I really enjoyed the concert and would go back again any time they come to town.

I've seen far more bands than I care to admit and The Frames rise above every single one. I'll go so far as to say this was the best show I've ever been to in my life. The Frames pour their energy out from the stage in every note they play until the entire venue is filled with the power of their music. It's impossible to just watch The Frames. Everyone in the room becomes part of the performance and the crowd, no matter how large, becomes an instrument in the music. After the show, a friend joked that she levitated, while another mentioned what it would be like to be so overcome with the power of the band;s performance that one couldn't help but cry out, even in the quietest moments. Considering the band hasn't played together in over two years, and are still able to create this kind of effect, this energy, it's clear just how skilled they all are as musicians, and as a band. 10/10 and then some.

The Frames were the best I have ever seen them. I hope this is not the last US tour.

Outstanding show Glen Hansard and the frames are amazing in concert would definitely see them again and would recommend to anyone if given the opportunity to ever see the Frames live I would. Glen Hansard tends to tell a couple of story's in each concert i've seen him in (I saw hime live with the Swell Season) and the story's are worth listening to they are just as great as the music!

Describing this event is beyond words. You had to be there, it really was a life changing experience. Amazing band, amazing songs, amazing crowd, it was just a great show. You have to see The Frames live is you're a fan.

Opening act was pretty good, though Jake seemed a little out of touch with the audience at times. The Frames were absolutely astounding. Great energy, great sound, best show I've seen hands down.

Glen and The Frames are always so gracious. They couldn't thank the audience enough for coming out, when in reality we can't thank them enough for coming back to New York to play for us. Thank you!!! The voice, harmonies, lyrics and music are just superb. WOW. The venue was perfect. It's large, but yet small enough for you to feel like you are seeing them at the local town pub. I saw them perform in Jan.'10 at Radio City w/Swell Season. Again, they are great performers, but I got to see them up close and personal at Terminal 5 for 1/3 of the cost at Radio City.

It's a bleeding to get to see The Frames or Jake Clemons play but both in 1 show is insane! The best concert I've ever been to!

Support band dull and whiny. Frames as wonderful as always.

loved it!!! come back soon guys... come and play the whole Fitzcarraldo CD...

Glen Hansard and the guys are not only incredible musicians, but are very geniune and sincere people. For not playing for a few years, they sounded damn good. My only complaint is the venue-horrible sound and atmosphere.

Frames fans have been patiently awaiting another from these guys for years, and the crowd was comparable to anything that you'd see from a Top 40 act. Having previously seen Jake Clemons play with The Swell Season, I was worried that his music would be a bit too jazz-oriented to fit with the mood. I couldn't have been more wrong. His band is a tight unit, and he had the crowd singing, clapping, and stomping with the grace of a true frontman. And then there were The Frames. Smiling and laughing all the while as though they could go back in time twenty years and harness the energy of putting together a band in the first place. They blasted through mostly upbeat numbers and singles, with notable absences of fan favorites "Fitzcarraldo" and "Red Chord." Still, it hardly mattered when nearly every song became a singalong without much prompting from Glen Hansard at all. Usually one to weave a clever story, Hansard let the music do most of the talking, which was a favor since Terminal 5 is a venue that unfortunately amplifies every audience member's whisper into a roar. Two hours, multiple encores, and a new song (featuring Joe Doyle on lead vocals rather than Hansard) later, The Frames closed with "Heyday," a cover of a song by the sadly deceased Mic Christopher. It was a beautiful final note and a fitting message for a band that has sustained so much. Now more than ever, The Frames seem to be a group made of brothers and equals who see no end in sight.

The boys were amazing once again!! I brought 3 friends that really didn't know the band but are now fans!! They also thought it hilarious that the crowd was shhhhhed at a rock concert!!! Lol I wa reminded again why the frames are my favourite band! Thanks for continuing to shine brilliantly! :). And great work Joe singing that new song !!!!

Great gig! With the exception of Glen's former voice teacher drunkenly singing along to everything SO LOUDLY, it was an amazing show. Someone might want to tell that lady that we paid money to see the band perform, not listen to her.

Another stunning performance from Ireland's most under-rated band. I brought a friend who had very little knowledge of the band and he thought it was one of the top three gigs he'd ever been at! This band cannot do anything wrong when playing live. The one (-) I had was that the time went by too fast! COME BACK SOON

It's amazing to have seen The Frames, a world-class group, in such an intimate venue. They brought us all on an emotional rollercoaster with the most beautiful, poetic songs and intense crescendos that electrified the audience. One of the best concerts I've ever seen!

Amazing show! Perfect sound and venue!!! Played every tune I hoped for!!! PERFECTION!

The band was everything I expected from them. Intense, crowd-loving and energetic. The crowd gave the love back. With the exception of some very loud and obnoxious drunks, it was an amazing time. I would see Glen in whatever setting. And Jake Clemons was a great opener!

20 years on they are still amazing! I saw the Frames in a much smaller venue a few years ago. It is still a most amazing experience. So happy I went, wouldn't have missed it for the world

The opening group, not so great. The frames: super! I didn't actually know most of the songs they played, and kind of wanted a few more songs with the girl, but otherwise, a great night!

Hi everyone!!! I have been a big fan of the frames for ages and had seen them in different countries including Ireland and England. L A show was excellent, fair play to organizers!!! Nice sound, good atmosphere, and of course the band itself was amazing....

the show was everything i expected and more. glen was in high form, truly seemed to be having a good time. i'd never been to this venue before and it iwas quite impressive with its old styling and large size, yet few bad viewing areas.

THIS CONCERT WAS AMAZING! Glen Hansard has an amazing voice and the band is great. Glen told us storied and made us laugh. I love when artists interact like that with the audience. They have great music and are even better live. I would definitely recommend them to anyone and everyone.

uhhhhhhh brilliance amazing talent! it was awesome glen in so talented and his voice is beyond description. Joe is so amazing and Culm uhhhhhh the violin was insane, great show

A perfect length show with a beautiful balance of ballads and hard rockers. As always, The Frames perform with a seemingly infinite supply of passion. Truly memorable.

I'm in love with The Frames. They are my absolute favorite band. Each time I see them live, I fall in love all over again. I especially loved when they played "What happens when the heart just stops" and mixed in some lyrics from Van Morrison's Caravan. They always keep their songs fresh by changing the arrangement and adding lyrics from other songs. I hope they continue to tour the States. I don't want to have to go all the way to Ireland to stock them. ; -)

The frames last concert in the US was one of the best concerts I've been to. They wanted to go out with a bang, and they achieved it extremely well. The front man Glen Hansard connected with the audience as soon as he got on the stage. Perfect show.

best concert ever! could sit and watch them for hours..

The Frames put on an amazing performance. The Avalon's acoustics were great and you could hear everything being played. The band had amazing energy the got the whole rooms attention. Best concert I have ever been to

One of the most amazing live performances i have ever seen. Completely memorizing, they are so passionate about their music, it's a really beautiful thing to have been able to watch.

Most people know Glen Hansard through the Oscar-winning film Once, and his other musical project, Swell Season. However The Frames are his heart and soul and have been playing together for more than 20 years. Tuesday's show at The Avalon had all the sensitivity and emotion of a Swell Season show, but also carried the raw power of a hard rock, or even a punk band. It's this type of dynamic that separates The Frames from the crowd. From a whisper to a scream.

Amazing band, unforgettable. I was moved to tears during 'when the heart just stops.' i'm so glad to see glen and the crew back on the road. its too bad the audience felt the need to scream and holler during any lull in the show or banter. and really people requesting "freebird?" give it up. not funny then and not funny now.

Such incredible energy. Great songwriting. Banter with the audience between songs.

The Frames are simply phenomenal live, Glen rocks the house like no other. I would see them again in a heartbeat. The Avalon was a great venue as well.

The Frames show in L.A. was amazing! I've been following their music for a couple of years and seen tons of concert videos on youtube but never imagined it being sogreat live! If you've never been to one of their concerts you have to at least commit to attending one in your lifetime. You won't regret it! Hope they would tour more often in Southern California.

Amazing---I want more!! The band is so tight---love the violin! What a night :)

I first knew about Glen Hansard when I watched the movie Once and ever since I've been hooked on Tha Frames and The Swell Season. The overall performance was way better than I expected, even the opening singer Tim Easton did an outstanding performance. I enjoyed every minute of it, from the venue to the best crowd ever. The only thing missing, they didnt sing my favorite song "Leave"

great show, played most of the expected back catalog...as usual Glen's stories are brilliant, must have been the 4th different story I have heard about 'what happens when heart just stops';-).... funny moments like usual when nearly every Irish person introduced themselves from the crowd (limerick, dublin city centre, roscommon and sligo (thats me) and Glen introduced the band and then 'lets play music'.....Frames always remind me of the good things that I miss about Ireland...keep it up guys and come back soon, next time the Crystal Ballroom

i actually had never really listened to much of the frames' music but I love the swell season and when i saw them on tour this summer i was totally blown away. that was one of the best concerts ever! so i figured the frames' music would be really awesome too and it definitely was. this was also an excellent show. all of the performers were having fun and they just seemed so comfortable and at home on the stage. excellent energy and humor and singing and instrumentation. i had a great time!

Loved it!! One of the best bands you could ever see live - truly amazing and moving.

Sooo good. The build ups, the subdued rock beats, the use of lights and stage pressence was amazing, by the whole band.

The group was amazing and their chemistry was incredible. You could feel the passion and intensity in each of their songs. Their passion and appreciation for the audience was obvious.

One of the best musical events I have heard or seen in years. Glen and the boys rip it up!

I discovered The Frames by chance and I've loved their music ever since. This is the first time I've seen them live, and it won't be the last. Easily one of top two or three concerts I've ever been to, if not the best, simply because the music is great and it's clear that the band loves what they do.

The show was outstanding. The band was in fine form, the venue size was right, the opening act was very decent (Tim Easton) and overall it turned out very well. Glen Hansard seemed very comfortable and was enjoying himself...as much as he must love the Swell Season, you can see he truly loves rock and roll. I took along a first time listener/concert-goer and she seemed to enjoy herself as well (even not knowing all of their songs.)

Vintage frames music. Great crowd. Tight band. Good mix of songs. You can tell the band really enjoys playing together.

The Frames...one of the few bands that are able to produce songs that have meaning and speak to the the soul. what great music is all about.........

Familiar only with Hansard's work in "Once", I didn't know quite what to expect from this show. I thoroughly enjoyed his passion and the beautiful music, but the show did drag on a bit toward the end. But after 20 years together, I think they've earned the right to be a little self-indulgent on stage.

Loved the show - they played a lot of hits and several new songs that make me want to go out and buy their latest album. They hold their own as world class musicians - I will see them next time they are in town. This was my first time at Wonder Ballroom - which I highly recommend - small, intimate, has a great bar downstairs for pre-event drinks and good restaurants nearby. Acoustics were good but not outstanding. Drinks at the gig were cheap for a concert ($5 beers).

The Frames have to be one the most musically brilliant bands of all time! Meaningful, complex lyrics, moving dynamic changes, tenderness and powerful in equal measure. My wife and I drove 600 miles to used them, and I would do it again. Too bad there always seem to be a few jackasses in the crowd that drink too much and spoil the moment and tempo of the evening with their bantor. I prefer non-alcoholic events so the music is showcased. The wonder ballroom is a great venue, though.