Thanks to the Midway itself, we have another few swell vidoes of the whole band rocking. Here is footprints

Sorry about all the cuss words. I was all hyped up on crowd energy.

Two shows in two short weeks.  What a blast this has been. The first show was on 2/1 during the superbowl.  Brief Awakening likes to compete with major sporting events.  That was really the greatest show ever.  What a glorious attentive audience of chill, funk-rocking, dudes we had.  The energy was incredible.  Kara and I played our little hearts out and broke out some new songs for the first time.  The second Midway rock fest was last night Thursday 2/12.  In some ways it was the most gratifying show we ever played.  Beloved bartender, and part time genius, Ange was largely to thank for the nights smoothness and good vibes.  Also, thanks to Dave for showing up and making us sound perfect.  Then it was fabulous to get out there and play for a bunch of gay ladies like ourselves.  Hanging around for Queereoke was the ultimate, ready-made after party. 

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Thanks to all the lovers and thrill seekers who came out to rock and support: Bekki-our soon to be bass player, Death-our artists in residence, Al Polk-our label representative and manager, Dave for booking and excellent sound, Ange, Kailin, Melissa, Lauren, Alyssa, Megan, Beth, The Lawn Boys, Paradigm Twilight, Grace, and all the other beautiful people.      

Last night...what a pleasure fest.  I ask myself, "what wasn't great about last night?" I answer, "nothing."  In short, everything about last night was great.  It was a freakishly warm December night and Kara, Iliya, and I were dressed in our best 1970s thrift store finery (see: velour sport jacket, polyester yellow shirt).  The stage setup at the Beachcomber is shockingly great with a huge stage and experienced sound guy.  First up was The Mirror Nuerons sounding like a chainsaw in love and rocking up a storm.  Then we played a solid set for a rapt audience of Awakened Ones who sat beatifically on the dance floor and were inspired to have deep thoughts and reevaluate their lives.  Our music was described by two fans as, "Fiona Apple meets awesome!"  Then, Kid Romance, headlined the night with killer screamings from zombi-dance extraordinaire frontman Lucy, and smashing drumming from Julian.  Superstar Niki Romance DJd the evening with unusual skill and taste. 

Special thanks to Al ( you magnificent freak) and Polk Records for organizing and PRing the evening.  Thanks to the Beachcomber for hosting and for two dollar rum drinks.  Thanks to all you Awakened Ones new and old: Mera, her brother, John and Lorraine, All the Kidz from Kid Romance,  The boys of The Mirror Neurons, Marley, Tim, Jamison, Amy, The Beast of England.  Special thanks to Steve and M.J. because they came to show the love and got turned away at the door.  A very extra special thanks to all you who I met, loved, and forgot your names because my brain is too sleep deprived.  We shall meet again.

~Kat     

What a night of uncontrollable musical expulsion raucous rocking and...football.  We entered the bar and said to ourselves, "holy shit there are like 200 people in here..! and they are all watching the Pats game."  Little did those football fans know, they would soon be simaltaniously enjoying the music of Brief Awakening.  Sure enough, we did rock amid the cheers of dedicated Brief Awakened Ones and some others who dug us.  Plus we were enhanced by the talents of Brief Awakening's newest member, the elegant and talented Iliya who brings Sitar and Style to every show. 

Much love and thanks to all you Brief Awakened Ones: Jeff Savlon, Jim Delorey, Kevin, Dave, Melissa, Zion, Al of Straight Angular and Polk Records (our label), Gemma, Jen of "Me and Joan Collins" Dylan and Julian of "Kid Romance."  Thanks to Dave for booking us and Orleans Bar and Restaurant for hosting us and providing that delicious whisky.  See you next time.

~Kat, Kara, and Iliya  

The rain poured down last Thursday, but that did not stop the night from dancing to the intoxicating sounds of The Few, Brief Awakening, and Pete Crowley and the Mirror Neurons at All Asia Bar.  I love Cambridge, home of many debaucheries, escapades, and my alma matter Lesley U.  I was glad to finally play a show there, and to see the local friends of music turning out to support creativity.  The Few rocked and rolled and sang and jammed like the pros that they are.  Pete Crowley and his Mirror Neurons were electric with their unique drunk-rock stylings.  We in Brief Awakening filled the room with emotion and the deep brightness of piano, dark guitar, and dancing djembe.  Thanks to everyone who came and everyone who wanted to be there.  I'll drink to All Asia and the interesting Martin Doyle of MFD Booking for his bartending prowess and useful conversation.  Thanks to Marc for booking us, The Few, Pete Crowley and the Mirror Neurons, Al from Straight Angular, Bryan and all his ladies, Marlon Braddock, Anne Jenkins,  Merideth, and everyone else who came around and stuck around to make the night fabulous.  I love you all. 

~Kat      

Brief Awakening's Halloween madness truly began that Saturday October 18th night in lonely Lynn at the Gulu Gulu.  It took some time to figure out about how to use the PA, but we used our mutual intelligence to find the switch on the back.  Then the show was a success thanks to the support of friends, fans, and lovely bartenders.  There was music, laughter, talking, and drinking, rocking, and thinking. 

Special thanks to Leah, Rhiannon, and Ashton for driving all the way from Somerville.  Thanks to January, Dave, the beautiful and entertaining staff of the Gulu Lynn, and of course, Steve for booking us.  Thanks to all we forgot to mention.  See you all next time!   

The night was cool and moist with threats of hurricanes.  Kara and I dragged our fresh instruments out into the night for a Saturday night rock fest that moved hearts to rhythmic beating and had hands clapping.  Brief Awakening beat drums, banged keys, slammed guitar, and sang sweetly for all the music enthusiasts who weren't afraid of the dark or the storm.  We were followed by some lovely folk singing and guitar.  Finally Pete Crowley and his drummer friend ended the night with a steel guitar wailing and drunks dancing.  Thanks to all those who braved the rain to come out.  Special thanks to Dave Simmons for recording the whole thing and making this myspace music possible.  

 Next time I'll still be,

Kat