Something To Believe In
Released May 2025
Biography
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Awake & Dreaming - an alternative rock group from Waterloo, ON. Burn it all down - Stay awake all night - Merge and reject technology - Love with loss. With ethereal soundscapes, poignant lyrics, and crashing rock tones distinctive Awake & Dreaming paint new worlds with their music. Accentuated by flashy stage costumes and a dynamic light show, Awake & Dreaming brings a live show you can't miss. If you enjoy legendary bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Lola Young, Radiohead, or Muse, Awake & Dreaming is the band for you.
Short Bio (~150 words)
Awake & Dreaming is an alternative rock group from Waterloo, ON. Burn it all down - Stay awake all night - Merge and reject technology - Love with loss. Together, Sasha Kristoff
(vocals/keyboard), Stefan Schneider (guitar/vocals), Phil Lee (bass/vocals), and Ryan Dugal (drums/vocals) create distinctive soundscapes with poignant lyrics resonating deeply
with indie, alternative, electronic, and folk music fans.
Influenced by Radiohead, Muse, and Nine Inch Nails, their music is an introspective journey into the depths of emotion. With 175,000+ streams and nearly 3K Instagram Followers,
they've built a rapidly growing fanbase. The band has performed 50+ shows across Ontario including twice the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE), Royal Ontario Ball, Horseshoe Tavern, and
multiple multicultural festivals. Accentuated by flashy stage costumes and a dynamic light show, Awake & Dreaming brings a live show you can't miss.
Full Live Performance
Complete concert recording showcasing the band's dynamic stage presence, musicianship, and audience connection. This is what we bring to your stage.
Official Music Videos
All videos directed, filmed, and edited by Awake & Dreaming
Studio Sessions Vol. 1
8-track collection featuring released singles and unreleased demos
01
Believe In Love
Demo
02
Something To Believe In
Released May 2025
03
Antidote
Demo
04
Cold Shoulder
Demo
05
Old Ghosts
Released July 2024
06
I U Me
Released January 2025
07
Can't Sleep
Demo
08
Faceless
Demo
Press Photos
High-resolution images available for download. Click any image to download.
Press & Testimonials
Awake & Dreaming paints a new world with their music, and that is a really rare ability among musicians these days.
— H1 Massive, Spotify Playlister
We have had Awake & Dreaming at an open house event as well as a couple other events we have hosted, they were really amazing! They have a really wide variety of music and they are all so incredibly talented. After our first event having them, we had a lot of requests for them to come back, everyone is always so excited when we know they will be playing for us! If you're looking for entertainment, good music and professionalism you found the right band :) It's also a bonus that they look SO good doing it!
— Arthur Murray Waterloo
Notable Performances
50+ shows across Ontario (2023-2026)
| Venue/Festival | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2x Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) | Toronto, ON | Aug 21-22, 2024 |
| The Delancey | New York City, NY | Dec 9, 2025 |
| Horseshoe Tavern | Toronto, ON | Aug 2, 2025 |
| Rum Runners | London, ON | Nov 12, 2025 |
| Mills Hardware | Hamilton, ON | Nov 14, 2025 |
| Maxwell's Concerts & Events | Waterloo, ON | Aug 24, 2024 |
| Sneaky Dee's | Toronto, ON | Oct 2, 2025 |
| 2x Sonic Hall | Guelph, ON | Sep 18, 2025 |
| VENUExVENUE | London, ON | Nov 15, 2024 |
| KW Multicultural Festival | Kitchener, ON | Jun 22, 2025 |
| 2x Guelph District Multicultural Festival | Guelph, ON | Jun 7, 2024 / Jun 13, 2025 |
| 2x Railway City Music & Arts Festival | St. Thomas, ON | Aug 17, 2024 / Aug 15, 2025 |
| Brantford Beats & Eats | Brantford, ON | Aug 2, 2025 |
Technical Information
Stage Requirements
- Stage Size: Standard 4-piece band setup
- Load-In Time: 1 hour
- Backline: Band can bring all instruments
- Lighting: Band can bring complementary lighting to enhance show
- Sound: Standard PA system required. Band can provide if necessary
- Power: Standard stage power requirements
Band Configurations
- Full Band: 4-piece (vocals, guitar, bass, drums)
- Acoustic Duo: Sasha Kristoff & Stefan Schneider (vocals/piano/guitar)
Set Lengths Available
- 30 minutes
- 45 minutes
- 60 minutes
- 75 minutes
- 90 minutes
- 120 minutes
- 180 minutes
Full Technical Rider: Available upon request
Contact & Booking
Booking Inquiries
Email:
music.awake.and.dreaming@gmail.com
Phone:
+1 (519) 871-1811
Based: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Touring: Available across Canada & US
Rates: Available upon request
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We're available for festivals, venues, and special events across North America.
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Social Media & Streaming