Project SMOK is the indie-trad trio of Ali Levack, Ewan Baird andPablo Lafuente, whose nonconformist and progressive style hasset them apart since their formation in 2017.Known for their ability to effortlessly blend traditional Scottish andIrish music with contemporary new-age pop influences, ProjectSMOK are at their most comfortable when pushing boundaries,making listeners stop and re-evaluate their musical expectations.They do away with perceived genre limits from thefirst note. Theclose-knit group transitions effortlessly between the innovative,explosive and emotive, drawing outside inspiration from indiepop, to more time-honoured West Coast styles of playing.Their tunes are built around the distinctive whistle playing & pipingof Ali Levack, winner of the BBC Young Traditional Musician of theYear award in 2020. With Ewan Baird’sfierce bodhrán playingand Pablo Lafuente’s nuanced guitar style, the trio effortlesslyblends their styles into a powerful and dynamic sound. Throw ininstrumental virtuosity, blistering drive, infectious rhythm and adelicate sensitivity and you have the unique and thirst-quenchingsound of Project SMOK.In addition to their high energy live performances, the band’seclectic discography has solidified their place at the forefront ofthe traditional music scene, amassing over 15 million streamsworldwide.Blending innovation with their fearless and distinctive style, ProjectSMOK continues to push the boundaries of modern traditionalmusic. Their seamless fusion of genres captivates new audiences,making traditional music more accessible to those who might nothave explored it before.