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ALBUM REVIEWS OF 'BEFORE TONIGHT'
"The album is jam packed with great tracks, each one as good as the next. Catchy but not annoying. Hard rocking but still fun. Sound good?" First Spin, muchmusic.com
"The Framework's debut release Before Tonight comes at the perfect time of year to encourage summer booty shaking. Performing together since 2007, the Toronto quintet's momentum was kick-started when debut single "She Thinks I Am Famous" finished second in a radio station's songwriting contest.
Following up on a previous EP, Before Tonight comes along as a continuous rock candy party with pervasive synth assaults and liberal amounts of studio gloss. "She Thinks I Am Famous" is repeated in the middle of an album that features other potential radio hits like "Always Left Behind," "Video" and "We Are the
Trend." The Framework prove that they are equally effective on tracks where they slow it down a step, such as closer "Everything's Gone." While Before Tonight can come across as slick and calculating, its strong hooks and the growing buzz about their energetic live show have the Framework nicely poised to break through to a bigger audience in
the near future. Peter Jay Maitland, beatroute magazine
"On the whole, the band still seems primed to take over the world. Songs like "Turn Off The World" and "Always Left Behind" are incredibly catchy, and sound as if they'd stand out even amidst your typical Top 40 rock fare, while the rest of the album is populated with tracks that sound tailor-made to help the band achieve its obvious goal of world (or at least MuchMusic/radio) domination...it's not very hard to see them getting very, very famous." Matthew, iheartmusic.net
"If you enjoy hooky, synth-heavy rock & roll, then The Framework and their new album Before Tonight are certainly worth a listen...like packed club, sweaty college kids freaking the tight-pantsed funk type rock." Naedoo, herohill.com
"An impeccably polished album, so razor sharp you don't notice you've been cut until a song is over." Sophia Al-Maria, soundproof magazine
"Toronto pop-rock band The Framework's debut will slip in neatly next to your Killers and Strokes records, which means plenty of synth-tinged new wave and passionate vocals from frontman Ryan Isojima...when they write a good chorus ('Turn Off The World', 'Always Left Behind'), it sticks.
Top tracks: 'Always Left Behind', 'Turn Off The World', 'She Thinks I'm Famous'" Access magazine
LIVE REVIEWS
"Melodic hooks, infectious guitar riffs, killer vocals and stadium-worthy instrumentation...With frenetic dance moves and unparalleled charisma, Isojima rarely stopped for a breather during the little over an hour set as he busted out his Brit-Rock inspired swagger. Oftentimes stepping down the small stage and singing to and around the audience, my friend and photographer, Matt C., whispered (well, shouted) to me that it was like a musical marriage had happened between Maximo Park and Jeff Buckley. During "Wasted", "We Are The Trend", and "Everything's Gone", Chris Graham took to the lead vocals with an equally compelling yet wholly differential energy as he sung with a endearingly coy smile that spoke both of pride but of humility and appreciation for being in that moment. Liem Vu, thenewmusic.net
The five-piece puts forth a glossy, catchy, and bouncy collection of tracks that nods at Bowie, The Killers, Metric and a healthy swath of the 1980s...The same goes for front man Ryan Isojima, whose charm, stage presence and good looks carry a certain magnetism...The Framework appear to have embraced a target audience of new new wavers in search of songs that bridge the gap between Much watchers and those that loiter in local dive bars. There were plenty of accolades handed out back stage following the Friday set, including one guy so bent on expressing his view's on the group's "polished sound" that he obliterated a recorded interview. What did come across though, in spite of the interruptions, was a sense of confidence and the idea that record and musical labels aside, The Framework is (if you'll forgive the pun) building something its members believe in. Aaron Miller, citytv.com
The Framework put on an enthralling set by debuting tons of material from their new album Before Tonight. Lead singer Ryan Kash sounds like a lively blend of David Bowie and Julian Casablancas of the Strokes. The band fused futuristic electronic elements and magical keyboard hooks while Kash tied the songs together with his intriguing vocals. The picturesque imagery of Kash's lyrics blended with the tight combination of glittery guitar riffs and dense drum beats. He summed up the evening by bellowing: "To the night/I look for a spark that could ignite/To the night/to where the city goes". The band made sure to ask the audience to vote for their music video for the track "Always Left Behind". The songs that truly shone like diamonds in a desert just after dark were "Starlight" and the dazzling track "She Thinks I'm Famous. Alex Young, Fazer online magazine
"Catch the Framework live while they're still relatively small. Next time around, they'll be selling out stadiums." Michelle Da Silva, glossmag.ca
PRESS QUOTES
"The best new band I've seen in I don't know how many years. Born to conquer." Emm Gryner, Singer/Songwriter and President of Dead Daisy Records
"The best band in Toronto! Contractors are coming in tonight to put the roof back on...brilliant !" Bobbi Guy, The Mod Club on The Framework's February 2008 performance at the Mod Club (Toronto)
"I fell in love with the framework. Their music reminds me of partying with best friends. It's catchy in the right ways and it doesn't leave my head. And not that it matters but they're also super hot." Lauren Toyota, TV Host/Producer Muchmusic Going Costal!
"Both on and off stage, it's easy to feed off the enthusiasm of this band . They are true performers, each show packs a punch - definitely a group of kids to keep your eye on." Jacqueline Kendall, Publicist for Global Television
Some bands are born of a master plan, while others are formed on a whim, discovering a common sonic sensibility in the early stages of their musical journey. Toronto-based rock band The Framework followed that latter path when they joined forces in late 2006 to produce what became their trademark, new wave-inspired sound.
Barely three months after uniting—with only a few songs to their credit and nary a live performance—the band entered its now-signature track ‘She Thinks I’m Famous’ in the Mix 99.9 2007 RadioStar Songwriting Contest. The song would earn runner-up honours and helped build momentum for a debut performance at Toronto indie-rock institution The Rivoli in July, 2007 and the release of their first self-titled EP.
By the time they finally brought their post-modern sound to the stage, The Framework had worked tirelessly to carve a niche in the online realm and quickly built a strong following. As proof, denizens of the Toronto indie music scene paid the newcomers respect by singing back the lyrics to their songs, never missing a beat, and reaffirming the lasting impression the band had already made through exposure on social media networks such as MySpace. The Framework returned the favour by delivering an on-stage exuberance that has come to define their live performances; shows are peppered with elements of the glam era’s freewheeling lasciviousness, but anchored by the tight sound of a five-some at the top of its game. National media attention soon followed with major features in Metro Toronto newspaper and InsideE magazine introducing the group to a wider audience.
Since those early days, The Framework has carved a niche as one of Canada’s most sought-after indie acts, as well as gaining a substantial international following thanks to continuing targeted Internet exposure. Sold-out gigs at Toronto landmarks such as The Horseshoe Tavern, opening for DJ Champion in Ottawa, as well as a stint at New York’s legendary Arlene’s Grocery, have all helped reinforce the band’s powerhouse live reputation. Following this, The Framework continued to build their international following by enlisting critically acclaimed international DJ's such as Crookram of the RAC (Bloc Party/Tegan and Sara) and Camp America (Athlete/Caves) to contribute remixes for their digital remix EP released in February 2008, titled THE FRAMEWORK: REWORKED.
Playing off of this international exposure, The Framework were invited to perform prime spots at the Midpoint Music Festival in Cincinnati, and the North by Northeast Festival in Toronto, as well as to a packed house at the Canal Room in New York City. The Framework were honoured as being one of 5 top bands at North By Northeast Festival 2008 (InsideE Magazine) and also placed 3rd in the Virgin Festival Road to V contest—selected by fans and music industry judges including Richard Branson (CEO, Virgin).
Next, the band will release its full-length debut ‘Before Tonight' (FW/Last Gang Labels). The album will feature 11 tracks, including the hot new songs ‘We Are The Trend’ and ‘Video,’ as well as revamped and reworked versions of songs from their EP, including 'Turn Off The World' and 'Wasted'. The first single from the album titled 'Always Left Behind,' is a rousing anthem that encapsulates the essence of The Framework's sound, and has been described by critics as “Striking a nonchalant medium between happy pop and stadium rock” (InsideE Magazine). The band plans to maintain the musical balance that informed its spontaneous beginnings while finding new ways to grow and satisfy its ever growing fan base.
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what a great, great sound! i don't know how ryan found a band to keep up with his talent, but the framework shows that he has clearly done it! you guys are wicked. cityfolk seh suh.
How have things been on your end? We just been hanging out working on some stuff..pretty excited to get out there hopefully we can play in your town sometime!
HOLY CRAP!!! I just got in from a night in Toronto, it's 5am right now on a Sunday morning and your video just started playing on MuchMoreMusic!!! Congrats!!!
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