December 28th 2024.
Christmas Day was a day of great excitement for fans of the hit TV show Gavin and Stacey, as the last-ever episode aired. Viewers were delighted to see the beloved cast, including James Corden, Ruth Jones, Larry Lamb, and Alison Steadman, reunite for one final hurrah.
The reunion had been kept top secret, with no plot details being released beforehand and the actors being sworn to secrecy in interviews. This meant that even the musical trio Stratus, who had their song featured in a pivotal scene, had no clue about how their music was going to be used until the last moment.
In May, co-writers James and Ruth sent the internet into a frenzy by announcing that Gavin and Stacey would be returning for one final episode. A few months later, Stratus received an unexpected email that would change their lives.
In an interview with Metro, the members of Stratus, Nathaniel, Sam, and Zacc, shared how their song came to be featured in the show. They were surprised to find out that their version of Keane's "Somewhere Only We Know" would be playing in the background during Smithy and Sonia's wedding, creating a romantic atmosphere despite the wedding not actually taking place.
The band manager received an email from the BBC in September, asking if they would allow one of their songs to be used in a BBC comedy. The trio was excited about the opportunity, but they had no idea that it would be featured in Gavin and Stacey until later on. They were thrilled when they found out, and it was even more special for them because they had no idea how their music would be used in the show.
The wedding scene was a pivotal moment in the finale, as it led to Smithy realizing his true feelings for Nessa and ultimately marrying her in front of a viewership of 12 million. However, Stratus didn't know if their song would make the final cut until one hour and 15 minutes into the 90-minute special.
As they watched the show, they were unsure if their song would even be featured, as the creators were very secretive about the entire production. It wasn't until towards the end of the show that they finally heard their song playing in the background, and it was a magical moment for them.
Scott McGlynn, who appeared as one of Smithy's friends in the special, later revealed that the cast actually played Stratus' song during filming instead of it being added in post-production. This just shows how much effort and attention to detail went into making the finale of Gavin and Stacey a success.
It's no surprise that Stratus didn't struggle to keep their involvement in the show a secret, as they didn't have much information to share with anyone in the first place. They had only told a few friends and family members about their small contract with the BBC, and they were delighted to see their music being used in such a significant way.
The members of Stratus, who play the piano, cello, and violin, believe that the producers discovered their music on Spotify, where they have over 35,000 monthly listeners. They see the Gavin and Stacey Christmas special as an opportunity to gain more exposure and potentially launch their music career even further.
They also see it as a great opportunity for their wedding band, as their music was featured for longer than just a few seconds, unlike some of the other songs used in the show. They hope that their involvement in Gavin and Stacey will attract more clients who want the band that played at Smithy and Nessa's wedding to play at their own special day.
When asked about their future plans and the possibility of working with the BBC again, the trio expressed their interest in performing live and seeing where that takes them. They are grateful for the opportunity to have their music featured in such a beloved show and are excited about what the future holds.
Meanwhile, the creators of Gavin and Stacey, James and Ruth, are also thankful for the overwhelming response to the finale. They shared behind-the-scenes photos on social media and thanked the fans for their support.
The last episode of Gavin and Stacey can be watched on BBC iPlayer, and fans can expect to see more exciting projects from Stratus in the future.
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