AWAKE IS THE NEW SLEEP is Ben Lee's definitive album to date and first for New West Records. It reunites him with producer Brad Wood and was recorded in Brad's home studio in Los Angeles. Along with Ben, the primary players are long time friend Lara Meyerratken and guitar whiz McGowan Southwroth. Special guests include Jason Schwartzman, Har Mar Superstar, Rilo Kiley's Jenny Lewis and Jason Faulkner. Album Tracks 1. Whatever It Is 2. Gamble Everything for Love 3. Begin 4. Catch My Disease 5. Apple Candy 6. Ache for You 7. Into the Dark 8. No Right Angles 9. Get Gotten 10. Close I've Come 11. The Debt Collectors 12. We Re All in This Together 13. Light 14. I'm Willing