The Fray recieves massive fanfare

September 17, 2009 • written by Megan Powell

Picnics, sunbathing, and live music are all universal symbols of summer. On August 1, The Fray and Jack’s Mannequin brought all of these together in one evening. Fans from all over the Bay Area piled into the lawn section of Shoreline Amphitheatre for the two piano bands, with blankets, wicker baskets and plenty of friends in tow. Possibly as a result of the ailing economy, the population of the lawn was much more dense than that of the regular seats.  Vedera, the opening act, gave off a vibe reminiscent of Silversun Pickups and A Fine Frenzy. Reigning from Kansas City, the band set the tone the two mellow, alt-rock bands. Unlike a majority of opening acts, Vedera’s set didn’t double as time to wait in the concession line; their charisma led to a warm reception from the audience. Andrew McMahon and Jack’s Mannequin cranked it out next, performing hits such as “Dark Blue” and “La La Lie” for dancing, lip-syncing fans. The favorite of their set, however, was a cover of Tom Petty’s “American Girl.” After their dynamic set, the audience entered The Fray. With a shocking, almost over-the-top light show and a combination of solid radio hits and new jams from their self-titled CD, the four-man ensemble rocked the stage for over an hour and a half.

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