The Strokes make a triumphant return with their sixth studio album, 'The New Abnormal', released on 10 April 2020 through Cult Records and RCA Records. This highly anticipated album marks the band's first full-length release in seven years, following 2013's 'Comedown Machine'. Produced by the legendary Rick Rubin at his Shangri-La studio in Malibu, California, 'The New Abnormal' is a cinematic masterpiece that showcases the band's signature sound with renewed energy and vigour.
The 9-track album features a mix of garage rock, indie rock, and alternative rock, with tracks like 'The Adults Are Talking', 'Selfless', and 'Brooklyn Bridge to Chorus' demonstrating the band's ability to craft infectious and memorable songs. The album also includes 'Bad Decisions', a collaboration with Billy Idol and Tony James, and 'Ode to the Mets', a nostalgic tribute to the band's hometown.
With a duration of 45 minutes, 'The New Abnormal' is a concise and well-crafted album that showcases The Strokes' growth and maturity as a band. The album's artwork, featuring a 1981 painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat titled 'Bird On Money', adds to the album's unique charm.
Overall, 'The New Abnormal' is a welcome return to form for The Strokes, and a testament to the band's enduring talent and creativity. With its blend of catchy hooks, driving rhythms, and atmospheric production, this album is sure to delight both longtime fans and new listeners alike.
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