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The essential The Strokes records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.
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1Is This ItThe StrokesStart here
Is This It
The lean, effortless debut that sparked the 2000s garage-rock revival, all taut riffs and detached cool. Short and near-perfect, it influenced a generation of guitar bands. Still sounds fresh.
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2Room on FireThe StrokesClassic
Room on Fire
A tight, confident follow-up that refined the debut's formula. Sharp and tuneful. A strong second record.
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3The New AbnormalThe StrokesClassic
The New Abnormal
A polished, melodic comeback. Tuneful and Grammy-winning. A worthy return.
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4First Impressions of EarthThe StrokesDeep cut
First Impressions of Earth
A denser, more ambitious third album. Bold and varied. A divisive record.
Essential The Strokes tracks
- Last Nite from Is This It · on Best Songs of the 2000s, Best Indie & Alternative Songs of All Time, Best 2000s Alternative & Indie Songs
Tracks we've featured in our best-of lists — tap a title to find it on Amazon Music.