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* The Strokes are a dynamite hybrid of the bedlam, tension and flash that
define the best, seismic New York rock.
- Rolling Stone, Top Ten Albums of
2001
* Who cares if the Strokes didn't invent their sound, as long as they
perfected it?
- Time, Best Record of 2001
* (The Strokes' music) has got that rough edge, a ragged soul that gives it
authenticity.
- New York Times
The sound of The Strokes is the result of frantic living, and the late
nights and the early mornings they've spent making their music in New York
City. Their music makes you want to forget who you are, and unlocks the
possibilities of what you might want to be.
The Strokes are five close friends who began assembling together at the
Music Building in New York City sometime in 1998 to lay down the foundations
of a rock 'n roll band. Together on stage at a Strokes show you will see and
hear: vocalist/songwriter Julian Casablancas delivering biting lyrics,
Fabrizio Moretti beating his drums with furious precision, guitarist Albert
Hammond Jr. moving smoothly on his feet while his fingers effortlessly flow
over his axe, guitarist Nick Valensi with pick in hand tantalizing you with
his quick and raw solos, and bassist Nikolai Fraiture looming like a shadow
and plucking away with silent enthusiasm.
To describe each of their personalities and styles would consume too much
space. But what can be said briefly about these five friends is that they
love what they do. They live their lives to the fullest, they dress as if
the 1970's and 80's fell into the same laundry hamper, they're quick to make
a joke, and ready to embrace everything you're willing to give them. All
together, they remind you to slow down the fast-paced life which you've
been living, and exchange it for their's as they take you into their world
for the moment you allow them.
The Strokes plan to tour and record for the rest of their lives.
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