Awake & Alert
Blake Kimball- guitar
Maya Peart- vocals, keys
Spencer Reed- bass
Sam Hardwig- drums
AWAKE & ALERT
"The Best Local Rock Release of 2005" (Get Out Magazine)
Formed in January 2004, Awake & Alert has infused the scene with a new blend of passionate, rock driven music. "On their debut EP, Awake & Alert creates a lovely, dreamy atmosphere, boosted by surprisingly complicated arrangements and lead singer Maya Peart's lush vocals. The group skillfully tows the line between irresistible pop rock and more challenging motifs, arriving at a quasi-electronica that doesn't get stale. From tracks like rocking opener "Halos" to the emotional, titular closer, the band displays a depth and range that leaves the listener eager for a full-length. The top-notch production from local hit maker Bob Hoag gives the disc a rich sound and texture that gives extra weight (pun not entirely intended) to already heavy numbers such as "Wool and Water." In just six songs, Awake & Alert have done something extremely difficult for any band, local or otherwise - craft a sound all their own" - Albert Ching, Get Out.
The debut album of Tempe-based Awake and Alert, Devil in a Lambskin Suit (Five One, Inc.), is one of the most welcome surprises in the indie pop scene this year. continue reading - Ernest Barteldes, Phoenix New Times, Sept. 13, 2007
WEIGHT
Maya Peart- vocals, keys
Blake Kimball- guitars
Spencer Reed- bass
Tony Reed- drums
Debut EP from Mesa, Arizona's finest. A masterclass in how to introduce a band.
All songs written by: Awake and Alert
All songs recorded and mixed by: Bob Hoag @ Flying Blanket Recording
All songs mastered by: Jason Livermore @ Blasting Room Studios
All art direction and layout by: Ben Allgood
DEVIL IN A LAMBSKIN SUIT
Maya Peart- vocals, keys
Blake Kimball- guitars
Spencer Reed- bass
Tony Reed- drums
Beautifully-crafted full-length debut album. Led by the luscious, soulful voice of Maya Peart and the atmospheric, warm guitar tones of Blake Kimball, the quartet’s songs are immediately striking and timeless. Awake and Alert have truly created a sound all their own.
All songs written by: Awake and Alert
All songs recorded and mixed by: Bob Hoag @ Flying Blanket Recording
All songs mastered by: Jason Livermore @ Blasting Room Studios
All art direction and layout by: Ben Allgood
AWAKE AND ALERT
Maya Peart- vocals, keys
Blake Kimball- guitars
Spencer Reed- bass
Tony Reed- drums
Awake & Alert's first release in 7 years does not disappoint. Skilled craftsman(and woman)ship from beginning to end.
All songs written by: Awake and Alert
All songs recorded and mixed by: Jeff Lusby-Breault @ Flying Blanket Recording
All songs mastered by: Roger Siebel @ SAE Mastering
All art direction and layout by: Ryan Groskreutz
