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Stoked to get VIP tickets to see Framing Hanley for the first and last time. If you're going to the Joplin show June 3 please let me know bc the only friend of mine that wants to go isn't 21 until August!

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The Ruckus EP #3 - "FHans"

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#FHamily Member Spotlight - Claire Murphy

I discovered Framing Hanley's music about five years ago now. In those five years they've gone from being just another band that I listened to, to being five of my favourite people in the world. The admiration, belief and support that I have for these guys is endless. Which is why, two years ago when they announced that they needed help funding their new album, I donated as much as I could. It's also why I have seen them at every show I possibly could in these last four years. And so, when they announced that there would be an album release show for The Sum of Who We Are in Nashville this April, it seemed like a no brainer for me to go. I've always said that one day I would make it to an album release show and what better reason could I have than the release of an album that I helped to come to life.

I spent the weekend hanging out with some incredible people. We didn't get to explore Nashville much because of the terrible weather (Waffle House and Wal-Mart was the extent of my sightseeing), but we made the most of our time just chilling and drinking and laughing. Most of us had never met before yet it felt like we had known each other forever. It's amazing how music brings people together and I am forever indebted to Framing Hanley for enabling me to meet some of my best friends (both in the US and the UK).

On Monday I was lucky enough to be able to surprise the guys at the venue during sound check (thanks Kayla for helping with that!) and my god were they surprised. Their reactions made travelling all that way so worth it; I just wish I had a camera to capture that moment. I hung out for a bit, tuned a guitar (probably totally wrong but thanks anyway Jon!), then eventually headed out to reunite with the group for doors. 

Everything about this night put me on cloud nine. The fact that I was halfway around the world watching my favourites play in their hometown was still surreal but so damn awesome. The new songs were awesome. The old songs were awesome. Finally hearing The Promise live was awesome. Standing side stage (and getting in the way) was awesome. Everything was just fucking awesome. But the most awesome part about the night had to be Castaway. When the guys walked back on stage for the encore and were welcomed by a sea of "FHamily" signs (that we totally scrambled about in the crowd to give out in time). The look on their faces is something that I am going to keep with me forever and it even got me, a total ice queen, a little emotional.

People thought I was mad for flying thousands of miles just to see a band play one show. But they’re not just a band; they’re my friends. And it wasn’t just a show; it was the start of another era. The Sum of Who We Are is going to give Framing Hanley the break that they well and truly deserve. Finally the hard work will pay off. And I, along with every other member of our FHamily, will be there every step of the way. 

Thank you to everyone who made that weekend so memorable: Brandy, Carla, Sarah, Jon, Adam, Sara, Tara, Laura, Brandan (I can’t remember your sister’s name – I’m so sorry!), Drew (and Lexi), Kayla, Krystl, Jordan, April, Dustin, Jon, David, Brandon, Nixon, Chris, Ryan and Jon.

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I'm sitting here missing the hell out of all of my FHamily. My trip to Nashville this past weekend was wayyy past due for all of us to meet each other in person and too see some familiar faces again, as well meeting a couple of all new folks. It's still so surreal that so many of us from all areas of the US & even the UK all came together for the same reason, and that was to see 5 of our favorite guys continue their dream and to celebrate this long awaited moment with them.

Framing Hanley will always remain my favorite band. 5 guys that I've come to know and care about over the years and I am more than happy and so proud to continue to support them. They sacrifice so much and work so hard to see that they can live their dream and they have us behind them, cheering them on. Their wives and fiance & and children are just as deserving of all the happiness in the world for always being their biggest inspiration & motivation and their biggest support system. They are an awesome group of ladies & kids.

Monday night is a night that I'll never forget. It was such a fun trip packed full of surprises and memories. I want to rewind and do it all over again. (Of course, we can leave the rain out!)

I know you all see me talk about Framing Hanley a lot and it's for good reason, I suggest you go buy their new album, "The Sum Of Who We Are", there is so much that was put into it. I would personally appreciate it if you bought it but, more importantly the guys of Framing Hanley would be forever appreciative of it. That I can personally promise you.  It's available on iTunes, Amazon, and Google Play. It's also available in some stores. So do yourself a favor (and me), and go get it! 

To my FHamily. I love you all and can't wait to see you again! I'm so thankful for Framing Hanley because without them we may have never known each other.  Til next time...

- Brandy Barrett, FHamily Member. ;)

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This concert last night.. Honestly, every one of the Framing Hanley concerts I'm able to go to I think it can't be any better than the last, but these guys never disappoint. They're always performing like every show is their last and the connection they have with the crowd is phenomenal. They've gone all over the world to perform and they still stay real and humble. My respect for these guys is endless. I hope and pray these guys get the recognition they deserve one day for all their their determination, talent, and hard work. #FHamily

- Robyn Chaney, Framing Hanley fan.

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