The Drag

The Drag is a new rock ’n roll band from The Hague, led by guitarist and songwriter Freek Struijs (known from The Tambles and The Jerry Hormone Ego Trip). After years of playing stages across the Netherlands and abroad, The Drag is where it all comes together: fewer frills, more rock ’n roll, and above all: a serious dose of energy. The band operates as a classic power trio, consisting of Freek Struijs, Tijs Tonus and Frankie Fuzz. Together, they create raw garage rock ’n roll in the tradition of The Beat, The Kinks and The Stooges; sharp, punchy songs played straight-up, with just enough grit to keep things exciting. Pure rock ’n roll, the way you’d expect it from The Hague, with those unmistakable Beat City roots shining through. The Drag deliberately chooses one direction: a direct, unpolished rock ’n roll sound with a clear attitude. The result is music that feels like it belongs in a sweaty basement club, somewhere halfway through a night that’s gone on just a little too long. Or maybe at the afterparty, on that last beer and last cigarette you already know you shouldn’t have, but somehow enjoy the most.