The beloved Greek indie trio Stray Blue strips back their sound to its emotional core with Wake Up & Smile – Acoustic Version, a poignant two-track EP that celebrates their 20-year musical journey while offering fresh intimacy. Set for release July 18, this acoustic reimagining highlights the band’s gift for crafting songs that feel like shared confessions—warm, worn-in, and full of hard-won wisdom.
The title track transforms into an even more vulnerable anthem of perseverance, with Nick Anastasakis’ weathered vocals and acoustic guitar weaving a tapestry of hope. Meanwhile, “Moody Sky” (featuring cellist Yoed Nir) becomes a cinematic meditation, where Nir’s soulful strings elevate the trio’s organic instrumentation into something truly transcendent. These pared-down versions don’t just revisit Stray Blue’s catalog—they reveal new layers of meaning in songs already rich with emotional depth.
Having spent two decades as pillars of Greece’s indie scene, Stray Blue proves why their music endures. This EP isn’t nostalgia—it’s a masterclass in how great songwriting shines brightest when unadorned. The warmth of the performances makes each track feel like a late-night conversation with old friends, reminding us why we fell in love with this band in the first place.
“Stray Blue’s Wake Up & Smile – Acoustic Version is a tender, stripped-back triumph that turns reflection into revelation
