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ENGLISH PROJECT

the strokes
BRIGGITTE LARA T.
who are
the strokes?
It is an alternative rock band originally
from New York, formed in 1998. It has
left a significant mark in the history of
contemporary music.
members of the band

Julian Casablancas Albert Hammond, Jr.


Lead vocal Rhythm guitarist

Nick Valensi
Lead guitarist
members of the band

Nikolai Fraiture Fabrizio Moretti


Bass guitarist Drummer
trajectory
They began playing Ryan Gentles became their
1 Manhattan's Lounge.
2 first manager. They played
several songs: "Last Nite",
"The Modern Age", among
others.

Gordon Raphael, a small "The Modern Age" was


3 rock producer from New 4 released in 2001 and
York, was impressed and generated great demand
offered to record a from record labels
sample.

Between 2001 and 2002, The band toured extensively


5 they released their first 6 around the world, also
album "Is This It" under performed on various
the RCA label. television shows.
After the success of "Is This The band released their
7 It", the band began recording 8 third album, "First
their second album "Room Impressions of Earth", and
on Fire". took an extended hiatus.

They then returned with the


9 album "Angles" in 2011,
followed by "Comedown
Machine" in 2013.

In February 2020, the band


10 performed at a rally for
Bernie Sanders where the
title of the sixth album, "The
New Abnormal"

And in June 2021, the band


11 shared a video in support of
New York City mayoral
candidate Maya Wiley.
achievements and
recognitions
Their first album, "Is This It", received
wide critical acclaim and became a
commercial success.

They have won several NME awards,


including Best Album and Best
International Band.

They have been certified with gold and


platinum records in different parts of
the world.

They have toured the world performing


at major festivals and selling out
stadiums.
MUSICAL LEGACY
Their fresh and energetic sound, influenced
by the rock of the 1970s and 1980s,
resonated with listeners and reinvigorated
interest in indie rock around the world.
They have influenced indie bands and
alternative rock artists like Arctic Monkeys,
Franz Ferdinand and The Killers.
The Strokes were part of a larger musical
movement known as the post-punk revival
or garage rock revival.
Indie Rock
conclusion
The Strokes lies in their ability to
reinvigorate indie rock, influence later
generations of artists, and help shape
indie aesthetics and fashion.
Thank's For Watching

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