Strawl & Out of many

The Strawl & Out of Many story started at the beginning of the new millenium in the East of the Netherlands. Out of Many evolved from a horn section when the trombone and saxophone player started weekly reggae sessions.At the very first show with various local singers, a rastaman joined the stage to perform some of his works. This unexpected act thrilled the audience and band so much that a folluw up was obvious. The rastaman in fact was Curtis 'Strawl' Arnaud, just arrived from the Caribbean island of St. Eustatius and looking for a way to progress in the music. From that day on Strawl & Out of Many joined hands to create some of the finest reggaemusic made in Holland. The working principle? Stawl coming with lyrics and melody line. Together with the inspiration and melodies of the band members the songs gain power till they are satisfied with the result. Attracting a varierity of people with their critical view on the society, the ability of the band came to light when they won several regional music prizes. Strawl & Out of Many, the name referring to the Jamaican anthem 'Out of Many One People', is recognised by music lovers as a musical force of love, wisdom and understanding with a Caribbean flavour.