Stramash are determined to push the boundaries within the Folk genre and give it a major shot of adrenaline whilst keeping true to their Scottish roots. Stramash have been described as Powerful, Energetic, Passionate, Melodic, Witty and Imaginative.

Stramash bring something old and something new to the Folk world, their musical style and their individual personalities make them unforgettable to all who encounter them.

In early 2011 the band locked themselves away in the rehearsal studio and after a fair shedding of blood, sweat and tears, Stramash emerged triumphant with the sound that they had created ready for the road ahead…TARTANFOLK ‘N’ ROCK!

After a great 2012, highlights including performances in China, 2 month European tour, performing in the Royal Concert hall Glasgow and receiving the SNMA award for Roots recording of the year, Stramash again locked themselves in the studio recording album 2, a much faster paced, energetic album. “The Lion Rises”. Released May 21st 2013…

Stramash’s stage show and appearance sets them apart from the crowd. Like their music, they incorporate styles both modern and traditional, opting to wear the Traditional Highland Plaid and Sporran, accompanied with the bands Sramashannach Army T-Shirt. Stramash look as eclectic as the music they produce; invoking excitement wherever they play.

Stramash are creating a new energy, a new way to interpret ancient songs and an old way of preserving them, and the culture that embodies all that is uniquely Scottish.