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Title: Is this the next step?
Review: The Strokes exploded onto the scene caked in hype in 2001 with 'Is This It?, and in my opinion lived up to it with fast paced, simple, rythmic, emotional rock. But here they take it not so much to a new level, but expand on their debut. The base is still the same, simple basslines and drumlines, but the lyrics and melodies have become more complex. The guitars use different filters that seem to be borrowed out of the 80s, and the best part is, it works. 'Room On Fire' is one of the best albums is the last couple of years. 'The End Has No End' is my favorite track because its probably one of the looser tracks on the album. But to gain a full appreciation of The Strokes, see them live. I saw them at The Norva on the Megadonis Tour, I was awe-struck. Julian Climbed onto the balcony during 'I Can't Win' (I think thats the right song) and nearly busted his ass a couple times. Amazing show and an amazing band
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