Elwood Stray is a dynamic heavy band hailing from Essen, Germany, established in 2016. After independently releasing a series of impactful singles, the band caught the attention of Out Of Line Music and signed with them in 2022. This partnership led to the release of three standout tracks that collectively amassed over 1.9 million streams on Spotify prior to the debut album's launch.

On June 30, 2023, Elwood Stray released their debut album, "Gone With The Flow," via Out Of Line Music, which garnered over 6 million streams in its first year alone. In November 2024, the band unveiled "Evolve", their first single following the "Gone With The Flow" album cycle. The beginning of 2025 was started by the release of their latest single "Shattered".

Known for their high-energy riffs and infectious melodies, Elwood Stray delivers an electrifying live experience. They have shared the stage with numerous international artists, including Bad Omens, The Plot In You, The Ghost Inside, LANDMVRKS and The Word Alive. The band has also made notable festival appearances at Summerbreeze, Full Force, and Takedown (UK).

To kick off 2025, the band joined US metalcore powerhouse Stick To Your Guns for their European record release tour before starting the festival Season with major events like Vaintream and Impericon.

Following the festival summer, the band will enter 2026 with a co-headline tour alongside post-hardcore band Our Mirage.

Their second full length album "Descending" is set for release on 23.01.2026.