Ryan's Gig Guide - September 2019

The Strays are pushing rock ‘n’ roll to it’s limit, fusing a multitude of genres to create a unique modern sound with a gritty, vintage edge. Described as No Doubt meets Imelda May, The Strays performance style is larger than life, interactive, and deliciously unpredictable.After smashing onto the scene and releasing their debut EP in April 2017, the Cheltenham based garage rock ‘n’ roll band were soon endorsed byVocalzone and featured as ones to watch in UK Rock n Roll Magazine. 2018 saw the release of their eagerly awaited second EP ‘Brand New Day’ coupled with a support slot on Republica’s reunion tour and a packed UK festival schedule which culminated in the accolade of The Cotswolds Best Band 2018 award.A stint of o2 Academy shows supporting Undateables star DanielWakeford and Eddie and The Hot Rods, as well as the band being immortalised in a worldwide release of the Garage Band card game rounded off a successful year. The Strays have been building their brand with a rigorous gigging schedule, quality content and engaging social media campaigns.The Strays are a unique package who are quickly gaining momentum and the buzz around the band is palpable. 2019 will see their debut album recorded with Western Star Records followed by a full UK Tour, including support slots with BlackWater County,The Hawkmen and The Creepshow. mouse-pointer www.thestraysmusic.co.uk Thursday 19th Sep The Robin, Bilston  Check them out in our Spotify playlist www.ryansgigguide.com/audio  WIN 2 TICKETS ONLINE: www.ryansgigguide.com/strays Closing date: 12/09/2019  www.ryansgigguide.com rgg Sep 2019 13