The Frames
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: Ireland
- Born: Dublin, Ireland
- Active: 1990 - present
Biography
The Frames are a Dublin rock band founded in 1990 by Glen Hansard with violinist Colm Mac Con Iomaire, a constant presence ever since. Known for intense live shows and dynamic shifts from whisper to roar, they released six studio albums including 'Dance the Devil...', 'For the Birds' and 'Burn the Maps'. The band remained Hansard's home through his 'Once' success until his death in 2026.
The Frames Discography
- Dance the Devil... (1999) - Album - rated 3.43/5
- For the Birds (2001) - Album - rated 3.76/5
- Burn the Maps (2004) - Album - rated 3.36/5
Members
- Glen Hansard - lead vocals, guitar (1990 - 2026)
- Colm Mac Con Iomaire - violin, keyboards, vocals (1990 - present)
- Dave Odlum - guitar (1990 - 2002)
- Noreen O'Donnell - vocals (1990 - 1996)
- Paul Brennan - drums, percussion (1990 - 1998)
- Joe Doyle - bass guitar, vocals (1996 - present)
- Dave Hingerty - drums, percussion (1998 - 2003)
- Rob Bochnik - guitar, vocals (2002 - present)
- Graham Hopkins - drums (2004 - present)