Fray Time

"It's very hooky, and very indicative of what's really hot in the Hot AC format right now," adds Charese Fruge, program director of Alice 105.9, which currently has "Over My Head (Cable Car)" in rotation. "Seeing the guys and their passion when they perform, and their passion for music -- their live performances are amazing."

After several hours and at least a dozen takes, everyone in the Fray's camp is hoping that the Tonight Showperformance will be just as amazing. Just after 4 p.m., Leno warms up the crowd and lays down the ground rules -- laugh at the jokes and don't shout things at the guests while they're being interviewed, because it throws off the rhythm of the show -- and then thanks everyone for coming. Fifteen minutes later, show 3092 gets under way. After Leno's monologue, a few comedic shorts and interviews with Jerome Bettis and Felicity Huffman, the Fray finally takes the stage. With the exception of Slade bumping the vocal mike, the band is flawless. By 5:21 p.m., it's a wrap.

Dennis Kleiman

 

Dennis Klieman

Let us Fray: Ben Wysocki (clockwise from left), Joe King, Isaac Slade and David Welsh.

Details

With Mat Kearney and Hot IQs, 8 p.m. Friday, March 10, Paramount Theatre, 1621 Glenarm Place, $20-$25, SOLD OUT, 303-831-8497

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As Leno crosses the stage to shake hands with the musicians, he's accosted by a highly animated Slade, who gives the show's host an unexpected bear hug from behind, throwing a peace sign over his shoulder.

Or is that a V for Victory?