What makes Is This It by The Strokes notable?

'Is This It' became a cultural touchstone, influencing countless bands and earning a spot on numerous best albums lists, including NME's top albums of all time. Its lead single, 'Last Nite,' reached significant chart success, solidifying The Strokes' impact on the indie rock scene and helping to reignite interest in guitar-driven music. Released on July 29, 2001, 'Is This It' marked The Strokes' debut album and established them as key figures in the garage rock revival. Following their formative years playing in New York City clubs, this album launched them into international acclaim and redefined the sound of a generation.

Who is Is This It for?

Is This It works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, short, immersive listening sessions and catchy hooks and melodies.

How many songs are on Is This It?

Is This It has 11 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Is This It

The Strokes · 2001

35 min · 11 tracks · indie rock · new wave · garage rock

Raw guitar riffs intertwine with catchy melodies, embodying the spirit of early 2000s indie rock.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
short, immersive listening sessions
catchy hooks and melodies
easy background enjoyment

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on July 29, 2001, 'Is This It' marked The Strokes' debut album and established them as key figures in the garage rock revival. Following their formative years playing in New York City clubs, this album launched them into international acclaim and redefined the sound of a generation.
Stylistic neighbors: Arctic Monkeys· The Libertines· Franz Ferdinand

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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Is This It 2:35
2 The Modern Age 3:32
3 Soma 2:37
4 Barely Legal 3:58
5 Someday 3:07
6 Alone, Together 3:12
7 Last Nite 3:17
8 Hard to Explain 3:48
9 When It Started 2:57
10 Trying Your Luck 3:27
11 Take It or Leave It 3:16

What to play next

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