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This artist from Japan has an ear for beautiful tones that have one foot in the past and one in the future. His CDs tend to expand on textures of sound, minimalistic in approach but fully realised in textures that Brian Eno would understand deeply. The chording has strong echoes of the Steve Reich sound, but there are other more pleasing diversions from systems music into almost Asmus Tietchens territory. .

The Waking Eyes is a rock band from Winnipeg, Manitoba and Steinbach, Manitoba. Its current members are Rusty Matyas, Matt Peters, Steve Senkiw and Joey Penner. The band formed after the break-up of two other Manitoba bands, The Pets from Steinbach, and Novillero from Winnipeg. In 2005 the group was nominated for a Juno Award for New Group of the Year but lost to Alexisonfire. .

The Kwakiutl Cannibal Society[/artist was a 5 piece screamo/post-whatever band from [placeformed]Rochester, NY. Before disbanding we released a demo and a split 7" with Against the odds on Evergreen Records in 2002. Band members went on to play in Takaru, I Am The Eagle, Monarcas Root, Brochure and Auld Lang Syne. http://www.myspace.com/kwakiutl Josh Stein-Vocals Jeremy Moule-Bass Timmy Gallogly-Guitar Dane Colella-Guitar Christopher Bock-Drums .

In an effort to promote the conscious exploration of self, WAKING speaks to the hearts and minds of its audiences through aggressive hard rock riffs, dynamic musical composition, and a strong melodic sense. Though their sound can be compared to modern rock greats such as A Perfect Circle and Staind, the band’s sound is unique and speaks to audiences who crave moving and intelligent music. Drawing influences and inspiration from great bands like U2, Smashing Pumpkins, and Depeche Mode, Waking has created a distinct sound that is uniquely their own. Formed in 2000 by guitarist J.P. and lead vocalist Perf,...