The Fray in Nashville

The Fray at Whiskey Jam

What's there to do in Nashville on a Monday night? See the Fray at Winner's Bar on Division Street, that's what. The Fray dropped into local's favorite Monday night activity, Whiskey Jam, to play four of their songs.

And man....they blew me away.

For a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum huge artist like this to step onto a small bar's stage and sing their hearts out for a crowd that was eating up every moment was so humbling. This is a group that's in it for the music. 

They weren't getting paid. There was zero publicity behind it. There was a microphone, a guitar, and a packed bar of music lovers that relished the entire set. Watch a clip here:

Yet the Fray played as though they were playing for one of their sold-out crowds of thousands. Lead singer Isaac Slade's energy radiated through the place as he delivered some of the best vocals I've ever heard live. He actually sounded better than the album.

Ben Wysocki of the Fray and Me

I already had tickets to see the boys at the Ryman the next night....and it was also spectacular. They really are something to see live. Musically, they are so tight. Lyrically, they are a dream. And vocally, it's mesmerizing.

Isaac of the Fray at the Ryman Auditorium

In conclusion, go see these guys if you ever get the chance. They perform like legends and act like humble sweethearts. A+ in every category.