The Strokes are an American rock band known for shaping the early‑2000s garage‑rock revival with a sharp, minimalist sound.

The Strokes formed in New York City in 1998, bringing together Julian Casablancas, Nick Valensi, Albert Hammond Jr., Nikolai Fraiture, and Fabrizio Moretti. Their debut album Is This It became a breakthrough moment in modern rock, earning critical acclaim and influencing a wave of indie bands with its tight guitar interplay and unpolished energy. Over the years, they continued evolving through albums like Room on Fire and First Impressions of Earth, maintaining a strong presence in alternative music. In 2026, they announced a new album titled Reality Awaits, marking their first full release in six years and signaling another active chapter for the band.