WORDS BY DAVID WEST
Stella Sonic (not her real name, btw), vocalist with The Strays
Stella Sonic, frontwoman of Cheltenham’s The Strays, grew up singing in the church choir, but upon hearing Imelda May and rock singers like Skin from Skunk Anansie and No Doubt’s Gwen Stefani, she struck out in search of a less choral, more colourful musical identity. The Strays released their debut album, Drop Out Zone, on Alan Wilson’s Western Star record label, showcasing their blend of rock’n’roll, punk and whatever tickles their fancy. “I dip my finger in everything I find,” says Stella.