Biography
Wakened is a South African band formed in 2006 and recorded a 4 song EP in the same year, entitled 'Opened'. 'Opened' was independantly released in 2008 with the aims to raise funds for a full length album. 2009 saw the release of their 14 track album entitled 'Sojourn Story' which features artwork done by Karl Curzon
www.karlcurzonillustrations.blogspot.com
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Wakened originally consisted of Deon Schonken (vocals, guitar), Catherine Schonken (piano, keys, back vocals) and Duane Harvey (drums). Bassist have proven to be a rare species in the musical realm and the band had to employ a session bassist named Ignatius Kloppers for their recordings.
Deon and Catherine will be relocating to the UK in September 2009 where they will audition new band members to complete their act.
www.wakenedband.com
Biography text from Last.fm, available under CC BY-SA.