Kaat Van Stralen refuses to be boxed in. What started as an original solo project evolved into a genre-defying punk band, joined by Melvin Slabbinck (drums), Anton Robberechts (guitar), and Faust De Vogelaere (bass).

Strict but fair, Kaat calls every genre to account. From punk and psychedelia to alternative spoken word. Expect heated linguistic clashes, crackling beats, biting guitar riffs, and booming basslines. In early 2025, Kaat Van Stralen released their debut single Stop Met Wenen, a feministic punk-rock anthem. The track earned them victory in De Nieuwe Lichting by main alternative radio station Studio Brussel. In November 2025, they released their debut EP Vieze Vlinder with 5 powerful tracks. ​Drawing inspiration from the likes of Amyl & The Sniffers, Wet Leg, and Fiona Apple, but translated into their own idiosyncratic Flemish voice, Kaat made an instant impact. Stop Met Wenen marked their major breakthrough.

In the last two years, Kaat Van Stralen played over 140 shows, with standout performances at Rock Werchter, Pukkelpop, Best Kept Secret, Down The Rabbit Hole, ESNS and Strasbourg Music Week. The crowning achievement of their year followed when they received their first MIA (Belgian Music Industry Award) in the “Alternative” category.