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Frame 42 ‘Ramona’ Official Music Video Premiere

If the name Frame 42 doesn’t already ring a bell, it’s definitely about to. The Michigan-based band has been on an absolute roll lately. Now, they’ve just dropped the official…

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Michigan’s own, Frame 42!

Frame 42

If the name Frame 42 doesn't already ring a bell, it's definitely about to. The Michigan-based band has been on an absolute roll lately. Now, they've just dropped the official music video for their single, 'Ramona.'

Frame 42 has been taking over the music scene here in Metro-Detroit (and beyond) lately. They kicked off Riff Fest 2023 on the Festival Stage and set the tone for the night to come. Their latest single, 'Ramona,' has been featured on Motor City Riffs, which airs every Sunday night from 9pm-10pm on 101 WRIF.

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The band's official logo!

Regarding the new video for 'Ramona,' singer Ava Morris said, "We had so much fun creating the 'Ramona' video with Director JT Ibanez. We went in with no plan, except a small idea of what we wanted the set to look like, and let the direction of the video practically reveal itself before us. We couldn't be prouder of what we came up with. JT, Rachel, and Spencer did an incredible job of bringing 'Ramona' to life!"

JT Ibanez is a Midwest-based director who has also directed music videos for Sevendust, Atreyu, and The Used. 'Ramona' is the first official music video for Frame 42's new music off of EP1.

We're proud to officially debut the official music video for Frame 42's 'Ramona' here on 101 WRIF. Check out the video below! Then, keep scrolling for an exclusive interview with the band and photos from their set at Riff Fest!

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Ava from Frame 42 (Photo via Frame 42)

Rock Band Frame 42 With Legendary Producer Toby Wright In Studio

It was so much fun to have Brock, Ava, Ben and Lucas from Frame 42 join me in studio, along with legendary producer, Toby Wright.

We talk about what it's like for a young band to work with someone with the background Toby has. They tell me about their upcoming EP, some summertime plans, what their single "Ramona" is about and lots more. Toby talks about how hard working and talented the band was to work with and much more.

Rock band Frame 42, in studio with Meltdown and Toby Wright...watch it below.

The pictures below were taken Friday, May 19th at the Machine Shop in Flint, Michigan. Great show by Frame 42!

-Meltdown-

Check out everything Frame 42 here...https://www.frame42.com/

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RIFF FEST 2023 ROCKS PINE KNOB MUSIC THEATRE

Des Rocs Pine Knob

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Frame 42 Pine Knob

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Tigercub Pine Knob

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Jonel Jaksa

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Al Beck

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Cort Freeman

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Al Beck and Nate Franklin

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Jade Springart

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Meltdown and Aimee Brooks

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Broken Love

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Giovannie _ the Hired Guns Pine Knob

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Rival Sons Acoustic Performance

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Rival Sons Pine Knob

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I Prevail Pine Knob

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WRIF On-Air Staff

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Behind-The-Scenes Pictures from Riff Fest 2023

That's it, another hugh Riff Fest is in the books. Great bands, great crowd, great weather! All of those combined made it a perfect day!

Thank you to all who said Hello, gave a hand shake, fist bump, or a yell.

There's too many people to to give kudos to, but I have to mention Jade, Ken and the WRIF promo teams (old and new...LOL). A job well done by all involved!

Here's some "behind-the-scenes" pictures from the show...enjoy!

-Meltdown-

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Starting the day riding in on the Harley!


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I had a chance to bump into Des Rocs before his set. Good dude!


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I had to take this picture during the I Prevail meet and greet...because, why not?!?! LOL


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I Prevail was my first interview of the day.


I Prevail Interview with Meltdown at Riff Fest 2023

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What a great crowd for Riff Fest!


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Badflower onstage...


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Badflower chatting with Meltdown at Riff Fest 2023.


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Jay from the Rival Sons chatting with Meltdown at Riff Fest 2023.


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Rival Sons killed it, as always! great live band!


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Badflower setlist for Riff Fest.


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Jay from Rival Sons onstage.


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Jay from Rival Sons and myself. Great guy, super talented!


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Drummer, Anthony Sonetti from Badflower. I have a friend that could be his twin, so I had o grab this picture.


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Rival Sons drummer, Mike Miley, with Jade and me. We interrupted his warm ups.


...more Rival Sons.

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Riff Fest

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Riff Fest 2023 was another huge success!


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Backstage at Riff Fest.


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Joakim "Jolly" Karlsson and myself after our interview. First time I'd ever met or interviewed any of these guys. Man, they put on a great show


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Bad Omens chats with Meltdown at Riff Fest 2023.


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Bad Omens onstage at Riff Fest.


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Bad Omens brought a pretty killer stage setup.


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...more from Bad Omens.


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Anne Erickson, Aimee Brooks and I.


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Dylan Bowman and I Prevail onstage at Riff Fest


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I Prevail showed why they deserved to play Pine Knob.


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Believe it not, Riff Fest was the first time I Prevail has ever played Pine Knob.


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The crowd was really into I Prevail!


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I Prevail rockin' the Pine Knob stage at Riff Fest!


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A great day capped off by I Prevail onstage at Riff Fest.


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A huge Thank You to all involved with making Riff Fest 2023 a huge success!


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Getting set to Thank the huge Riff Fest crowd with the WRIF staff.

Motor City Riffs Playlist 09/03/2023

Here at 101 WRIF we love supporting our local rockers whenever possible. Every Sunday night from 9 – 10 P.M. be sure to listen to 101 WRIF where Cort Freeman and Nate Franklin host Motor City Riffs! Motor City Riffs (Or MCR) is a 1 hour music show where we play songs from up-and-coming rock groups throughout the state of Michigan! If you would like to get your music on the radio, email an MP3 of your track to MCR@Wrif.com. Make sure to email us your socials and/or any links to your websites! Below is MCR’s playlist for 09/03/23. Keep scrolling to find the bands names plus links to their social media and websites!

1. Mac Saturn – Mint Julip
2. Frame 42 – Ramona
3. Christopher Paul – House of Mirrors
4. Sound of the shell – Nocturnal Creatures
5. JC and the Disciples – Deception
6.. Welcome Annihilation – The Great Divide
7. The New Day – Scars
8. POET the band – Think of you
9. The Kings of Strings – In The Mind
10. Never The Crash – Ash

The New Day

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The Kings of Strings

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Band Website  

We hope to see you at Riff Fest 2024!

MeltdownEditor
Meltdown started on the mighty WRIF on the evening of Halloween, 1995. Technically, his first on-air shift was the morning of November 1st. Moving to the Motor City from Buffalo, N.Y., he has built a career and family. Over his almost three-decade stint at RIFF, he's had the privilege to work with some of the biggest personalities in Detroit radio history. He boasts of being just the second-afternoon drive jock in the station's illustrious 53-year history. Along with his love for rock music and attending concerts, he's also an avid Harley-Davidson enthusiast and hockey player. He plays year-round and manages to squeeze in a few charity games throughout the year. Meltdown writes about the Detroit Red Wings, rock music, and Detroit concert venues.