The Strokes are an American rock band formed in 1998 in New York City. Widely recognized as key players in the early 21st-century garage rock revival, the band consists of Julian Casablancas (lead vocals), Nick Valensi (guitar, backing vocals), Albert Hammond Jr. (guitar, backing vocals), Nikolai Fraiture (bass), and Fabrizio Moretti (drums). They burst onto the music scene with their debut album "Is This It" in 2001, which received critical acclaim and commercial success for its stripped-down rock sound, influencing a new generation of post-punk bands.

Throughout the years, The Strokes maintained their prominence with a series of releases reflecting their evolving style. Albums like "First Impressions of Earth" and "Angles" showcased their ability to push boundaries while still retaining their distinct sound marked by sharp melodies and Julian Casablancas's signature drawl. Their fifth album, "Comedown Machine," was released in 2013 and was followed by an extended play, "Future Present Past," in 2016, which continued to demonstrate their flair for experimenting with new sounds. The Strokes returned in 2020 with "The New Abnormal," an album that earned them their first Grammy Award, cementing their status as an enduring and influential force in alternative rock. Their legacy is not just in their music, but also in the accolades they have received, the bands they've inspired, and the unmistakable New York City cool they've embodied for over two decades.

Genres

Alternative Rock

Garage Rock

Modern Rock

Permanent Wave

Rock

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Latest Release

The Singles - Volume 01

The Strokes

Album - 21 Tracks - Released February 24, 2023