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The Strokes emerged from the vibrant music scene of New York City in 1998, blending indie rock, garage rock revival, and post-punk revival into a sound that would define a generation. Fronted by Julian Casablancas, with Nick Valensi and Albert Hammond Jr. on guitars, Nikolai Fraiture on bass, and Fabrizio Moretti on drums, the band quickly made their mark with raw, energetic performances and a distinctive style. Their debut EP, The Modern Age (2001), created a major-label bidding war, ultimately leading to a deal with RCA Records. The release of their debut album, Is This It (2001), was a landmark moment, earning critical acclaim and commercial success, with tracks like “Last Nite” and “Someday” becoming iconic hits. The album’s fusion of catchy melodies, gritty guitar work, and Casablancas’ drawling vocals positioned them as leaders of the early-2000s rock resurgence.
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