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TheAwakening

Post Punk Cold Wavegothic rockdark waveindustrial rock

The Awakening is a South African gothic rock band formed in 1995, known for its blend of post-punk, dark wave, and industrial rock.

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Type
Band
Origin
South Africa
Country
Afrique du Sud
Active since
1995
Tracks
10

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The Awakening is a South African gothic rock band formed in Johannesburg in 1995 by vocalist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Ashton Nyte. Their sound has been described as a hybrid of gothic rock, darkwave, and industrial – a combination that was loosely described by Nyte in 1999 as "dark future rock." The band has released eleven studio albums, several singles, EPs, and two greatest hits compilations in total.

As of 2009, The Awakening has been based in the United States. Their discography includes albums such as "The Lost Theatre" (2026), "The Awakening" (2024), and "The Passage Remains" (2022). The band is also featured in KracRadio's programming with tracks like "NOT HERE", "MIRROR MIDNIGHT", and "YOUR VAMPIRE."

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    Formed in 1995 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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    Blend of gothic rock, dark wave, and industrial rock.

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    Eleven studio albums released to date.

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    Based in the United States since 2009.

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    Featured in KracRadio's programming with several tracks.

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Discography

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Q01Where to listen to The Awakening?+

On their KracRadio page.

Q02What is the musical style of The Awakening?+

Post Punk Cold Wave, gothic rock, dark wave, industrial rock.

Q03When was The Awakening formed?+

In 1995.

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