Biography

Frayle makes music for the night sky. Formed in 2017 by guitarist Sean Bilovecky & vocalist Gwyn Strang. Frayle’s “lullabies over chaos” approach to songwriting allows the group to explore what is possible with heavy music; its gorgeously ominous sound –a result of layering & tone stacking with the perfect balance of heaving, heavy riffs, & haunting melodies. 
 Gwyn's lyrics tell stories of heartbreak, anger, hypocrisy & resolution. Her angelic, siren-like voice pulls at the tension between wanting to dissolve into the universe & needing to stand on top of it, elastically ethereal phrases that bring to mind Cocteau Twins’ Elizabeth Fraser or Portishead's Beth Gibbons. 
 Frayle released its debut EP, 'The White Witch', in 2018 to warm reception; the four track effort leading to a spotlight live festival appearances at Desertfest Belgium & The Netherland's Soulcrusher Fest. In its premiere of Frayle's video "Let the Darkness In", Decibel exclaimed, "Frayle‘s take on doom is hypnotic", while Ohio mag PressureLife forecasted, "Keep your eyes peeled. Frayle will help change the way young people get into heavy music. In fact, we could have a doomy Nirvana situation on our hands." 
 “ '1692', as the title of our album, references those who have been singled out & persecuted for their beliefs," says Strang. "“We strive to create a safe haven. A place to be vulnerable amongst the chaos.” Frayle also features drummer Jon Vinson & Bassist Jason Knotek. Photo: Verhagen