Debut album defining the garage rock revival, featuring breakout tracks like 'Last Nite' and 'Someday'.
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The Strokes
About
The Strokes, New York's garage rock revivalists with a lasting vinyl legacy.
Nine studio albums including 'Is This It' and 'The New Abnormal'; original US and European pressings have strong vinyl demand.
The Strokes gained rapid acclaim with their debut album, 'Is This It' (2001), produced by Gordon Raphael, a recording that became emblematic of early 2000s garage rock. Following albums like 'Room On Fire' (2003) and 'First Impressions Of Earth' (2006) solidified their status, with each record showcasing evolution in songwriting and style. Bassist Nikolai Fraiture, guitarist Albert Hammond Jr., vocalist Julian Casablancas, guitarist Nick Valensi, and drummer Fabrizio Moretti form the core lineup.
The band's vinyl discography includes notable releases across major labels RCA and Rough Trade, with multiple limited editions and test pressings.
Discography
The Strokes — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up The Strokes's career.








The essentials
The 3 The Strokes albums you absolutely need
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Notable pressings & editions
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Side B: the hidden stories of The Strokes
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
The Strokes were at the forefront of garage rock revival, noted for their fast, melodic energy and style.— Music Critics
'Is This It' produced by Gordon Raphael
The debut album 'Is This It' was produced by Gordon Raphael and recorded in New York in 2001, capturing the raw energy of the emerging garage rock scene.
Original European pressing of 'The New Abnormal'
The European 2020 RCA LP pressing catalogued 19439-70588-1 is an original edition with 50 copies currently for sale at prices starting from 25 euros.
US Limited Edition numbered pressing of 'Comedown Machine'
A limited edition US pressing of 'Comedown Machine' from 2013 features numbering and is notable for high collector value, with prices reaching up to 435 euros.
'First Impressions Of Earth' topped UK charts
The third album 'First Impressions Of Earth' achieved a number one position in the UK and continued the band's draw with fans internationally after its 2006 release.
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FAQ
FAQ: The Strokes on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What year did The Strokes form and where?
The Strokes formed in 1998 in New York City, United States.
Which album marked The Strokes' breakthrough on vinyl?
'Is This It' (2001) marked their major breakthrough, defining early 2000s garage rock sound on vinyl.
What is the typical price range for a European original pressing of 'The New Abnormal'?
European original pressings of 'The New Abnormal' start around 25 euros, with some editions priced higher depending on edition and condition.
Are there special vinyl editions of The Strokes albums in the US market?
Yes, the US market offers limited edition and picture disc pressings, such as the 2013 'Comedown Machine' numbered edition.
How many tracks are on 'Room On Fire' and what format is it available in?
'Room On Fire' contains 11 tracks and is available as an LP album vinyl.
What is the influence of The Strokes on the Parisian rock scene?
The Strokes influenced the Parisian rock scene with their garage rock style and aesthetic, impacting bands like Naast and Parisians.
What formats are evident in The Strokes vinyl catalog on Vinyles.com?
The catalog includes standard LP albums, limited editions, test pressings, and picture discs across various releases.
Which tracks by The Strokes have high play counts on vinyl listening platforms?
Tracks like 'Reptilia', 'Someday', 'The Adults Are Talking', and 'Last Nite' rank among the top with millions of plays.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.








