Multi-talented Linda McLean is back with new songs and a new band, The Awakening, to deliver her distinctive sound - finely crafted tunes, heartfelt messages and instantly accessible melodies.
Seasoned local musicians add a signature mix of contemporary 'Laurel Canyon' alt-country rock, all driven by Linda's gorgeous vocals.
Formed in Spring 2023, Linda & The Awakening have already established themselves with live performances at:
Full Circle Festival, Avondale – June 2023
Agricola St Festival, Halifax – July 2023
Hill Tops Brewery, Brooklyn – October 2023
Church Brewery, Wolfville, NS – November, SOLD OUT
The Carleton, Halifax - February 21, 2024 7pm SOLD OUT
The Carleton, Halifax - February 22, 2024 7:30pm SOLD OUT
Upcoming
Union Street, Berwick, NS 8pm
Daniel's Alehouse, Sydney, NS 6pm
Meet The Band
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Dick Denhaan (Drums): 40 years as a drummer with influences from Lemmy to Neil Peart and bands from Blue Rodeo to Marillion, Dick co-founded Vertigo, recorded 2 CDs, positioned himself as a top east coast drummer and now heads up premier East Coast cover band Joker’s Right.
Jeff Miller (Bass): awakened by Jack Bruce, inspired by icons Jaco Pastorius, Ron Carter among others, Jeff studied musicology, played with LA based Mere Mortals, (Roxy, Whiskey A-Go-Go) moved to Halifax and turned music consultant for film (Michael Mann’s ‘Heat’) et al.
Andy McLean (Guitar): UK born, 80’s guitarist and songwriter for The Tenants (Sony) and Doubledare (Polygram) with 3 albums and international hit “Sheriff”, Andy is a music producer who co-founded and headed up NXNE before becoming CEO of ECMA.
