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The Strokes Have No Tour Plans for New Album 'Comedown Machine'

Joe Robinson — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 15:26:53 +0000

Strokes fans may be stoked about the impending March 26 release of the band's new album, 'Comedown Machine,' but there is less exciting news when it comes to the group's plans to tour behind the disc. During a recent interview with BBC Radio 1 DJ Zane Lowe, bassist Nikolai Fraiture expressed his desire to hit the road with the Strokes but revealed that no shows have been booked.

The Strokes to Work on New Album

Dave Kim — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 15:53:12 +0000

New York hipsters The Strokes just released their latest album, Angles, this week, but apparently that hasn’t stopped the band from working on a new record. Bassist Nikolai Fraiture revealed that the group will start writing next month. Fraiture was being interviewed by London radio station Xfm (via NME) when he said that The Strokes [...]

SXSW Vlog Update #1

Dave Kim — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:43:44 +0000

Quick update from SXSW in Austin, TX from last night. Pardon my shaky camera handling skills. It was St. Patrick’s Day after all. Check out the clip below to see the fireworks-infused performance of “Last Night” from the Strokes.

SXSW Part 1

Dave Kim — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:06:47 +0000

Below are just some of the images from SXSW in Austin, TX so far.

Eminem, The Strokes, Black Keys, & More To Headline Bonnaroo

Dave Kim — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:17:55 +0000

Holy music festivals, Batman! After waiting for the Coachella Music Festival and reportedly Lollapalooza to show their cards, Bonnaroo organizers have announced the lineup for the 10th anniversary event. Headliners include Detroit rapper Eminem, recent Grammy winners Arcade Fire and The Black Keys, The Strokes, and a whole bunch more.

Download New Strokes Single For Free

Dave Kim — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 21:23:25 +0000

Hipster saviors (and I say that very sarcastically) The Strokes have revealed the single from their new album, Angles. Better yet, fans can download “Under Cover of Darkness” for free. After listening to the song I can honestly say that I like it. It definitely reminds me of their debut album Is This It, which [...]

Coachella Announces 2011 Lineup

Dave Kim — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:20:44 +0000

Organizers for the Coachella Music Festival have announced this year’s lineup. Headliners include Kings Of Leon, The Black Keys, Arcade Fire, Kanye West, and The Strokes. The festival takes place April 15-17 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 1pm. Other acts include Jimmy Eat World, Cage [...]

The Strokes finish new album

Dave Kim — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:17:22 +0000

Hipsters rejoice! The Strokes have finished recording their new album! According to a tweet from lead singer Julian Casablancas: “Still not going to be out for a few months — mixing, etc, but JUST finally finished it yesterday actually!?” This would be the follow up to 2006′s First Impressions of Earth.