Whom better to express the thoughts and feelings of death, nihilism, & emotional destruction than women? Awakening, the world's first compilation spotlighting females in today's extreme metal music scene! Gathered together are eleven of the most unique groups from across the planet. Featured are well known underground favorites, up & coming hard to find acts, rare performances & unreleased tracks all from a diverse selection of metal genres and influences. Awakening showcases some of the metal underground's most unusual bands, each with a distinct female element.