The Awakening

The Awakening is a band founded in Johannesburg, South Africa, formed in 1995 by vocalist, guitarist and producer Ashton Nyte. The band has been described as a hybrid of gothic rock, metal, and new wave - a combination that was described by Nyte as "dark future rock" some years ago. With nine studio albums, several singles, EPs and a greatest hits compilation, the band's sound has evolved but remains rooted in its dark beginnings. As of 2008 The Awakening has been based in the United States.   The band is credited in the press as "South Africa's most successful Gothic Rock act and one of the top bands in the far broader Alternative scene." The band has released eight full-length studio albums, one greatest hits album and two EPs, and have received significant radio play and club rotation throughout South Africa, Europe, and the USA. They became the first gothic rock band to ever headline major national festivals throughout South Africa, including Oppikoppi and RAMfest, and have performed to crowds of some 30,000 in their home country.   Origin: Johannesburg, South Africa Genres: Gothic rock, experimental rock, darkwave, industrial Years active: 1995 – present Labels: Intervention Arts Massacre Records Associated acts: Ashton Nyte   Members: ※ Ashton Nyte (vocals, guitar, bass, programming) ※ Rose Mortem (piano, synths) ※ Jeremy Kohnmann (guitars) ※ Damian Meyer (bass) ※ Sevven (drums)   Past members: ※ Jenni Hazell (bass) ※ Philip Booyens (guitar) ※ AV (guitar) ※ Thaun (bass) ※ Mark Sprawson (guitar) ※ Glenn Welman (drums) ※ Kate Towsey (bass) ※ Matthew Fink (keyboards) ※ Garrick van der Tuin (drums) ※ Frankie Clark(keyboards, bass) ※ Marcus van der Tuin (guitar)   (wiki)