As we reflect on the tragic loss of Glen Hansard, let’s look back on his earlier rocking years with the Frames. One of the great moments in early-2000s alternative rock camaraderie came when Irish bands The Frames and Ash joined forces to perform the Pixies classic “Debaser.” The collaboration first became a fan favorite at the 2002 Hot Press Music Awards in Ireland, where Glen Hansard and The Frames teamed up with Ash for a ferocious rendition of the opening track from the Pixies’ landmark 1989 album Doolittle. Both bands shared a deep admiration for the Pixies, making “Debaser” a natural choice, and this grainy yet energetic version captured the song’s raw energy while adding the communal spirit that defined both groups’ live shows.