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The Framework | |
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 The Framework | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Genres | Indie rock, alternative rock, new wave |
| Years active | 2006–2011 |
| Labels | Last Gang Labels |
| Members | Ryan Isojima Chris Graham Rayanne Lepieszo Jon Fedorsen |
| Past members | Scott Winter Tobias Smith |
The Framework was a new-wave inspired indie-rock band from Toronto, Ontario, formed in late 2006. In January 2007, the band's song "She Thinks I'm Famous" was a finalist in the Radiostar Songwriting Contest sponsored by Mix 99.9.[1] Shortly after forming, the band received press in high-profile publications, including Metro Daily and InsideE Magazine. The Framework headlined both Canadian Music Week and NXNE in Toronto in 2008 and were named one of five top acts by InsideE Magazine.[1]
The band's lineup consists of Ryan Isojima (vocals/guitar), Chris Graham (vocals/guitar/programming), Rayanne Lepieszo (synths), Scott Winter (bass) and Jon Fedorsen (drums).
The Framework's live show has garnered attention for being energetic[2] and enthralling.[3] Live, lead singer Isojima has been described as a combination of frenetic dance moves, unparalleled charisma, inspired swagger,[4] charm, stage presence and magnetism.[5] Singing lead on some songs, Graham has been described as being equally compelling but with a wholly differential energy, endearingly coy.[4]
To date the band has released two EPs, 2007's The Framework and 2008's The Framework Reworked, as well as their full-length debut album in 2009 titled Before Tonight, distributed by Last Gang Labels. The Framework has worked with high-profile remixers The RAC and vitaminsforyou. Both the band's debut EP and debut full-length album were self-produced by Chris Graham and Ryan Isojima, and recorded, mixed and mastered by Graham at a combination of rehearsal spaces and Graham's home studios.[6]
The Framework's sound has been described as hooky, synth-heavy rock & roll, like packed club, sweaty college kids freaking the tight-pantsed funk type rock,[7] containing melodic hooks, infectious guitar riffs, killer vocals and stadium-worthy instrumentation,[4] as well as being catchy,[8] but not annoying, hard rocking but still fun.[9]
- ^ a b "THE FRAMEWORK album was released on August 4th". TransCanadaRadio. 2009-06-03. Retrieved 2009-08-11.
- ^ "The Framework - Album Review". beatroute.ca. 2009-08-04. Retrieved 2009-08-04.
- ^ "The Framework with Make YOur Exit and Rikers". fazermagazine.com. 2009-08-16. Archived from the original on October 6, 2011. Retrieved 2009-08-16.
- ^ a b c "The Framework @ El Mocambo". www.thenewmusic.net. 2009-08-11. Retrieved 2009-08-11.
- ^ "Toronto's The Framework Look to Catch a New Wave". citytv.com. 2009-08-24. Retrieved 2009-08-24.
- ^ "Framework For Success". www.ottawaxpress.ca. 2009-08-13. Retrieved 2009-08-13.
- ^ "Quick Hitters:: The Framework - Herohill". www.herohill.com. 2009-08-25. Retrieved 2009-08-25.
- ^ "Framework for success". muchmusic.com. 2009-08-04. Retrieved 2009-08-04.
- ^ "First Spin: The Framework". muchmusic.com. 2009-08-04. Retrieved 2009-08-04.