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Is This It
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Track Listings
Disc: 1
1 | Is This It |
2 | The Modern Age |
3 | Soma |
4 | Barely Legal |
5 | Someday |
Disc: 2
1 | Alone, Together |
2 | Last Nite |
3 | Hard To Explain |
4 | New York City Cops |
5 | Trying Your Luck |
6 | Take It Or Leave It |
Editorial Reviews
Arriving on a wave of well-earned hype rooted in tight chops and a confident swagger, The Strokes offer a Rock & Roll antidote to the plague of boy bands, teen divas, and petulant rap-rock outfits. Despite this quintet's prep-school background, their sound comes from the same primordial ooze that spawned Big Apple legends like the New York Dolls and the Velvet Underground. Clocking in at 36 minutes, IS THIS IT packs it's perfect length with stellar songs that draw inspiration from all over the map. Among the many highlights are "Last Nite" with it's insistent Motown backbeat and choppy Johnny Thunders-like guitar solo, "Barely Legal," sounding like 1980's-era Cure fronted by a saucy Iggy Pop, and the jangly "Someday" with it's hairshirt of vulnerability from a bad break-up. While frontman Julian Casablanca's (son of Elite Models founder John) drawls like Lou Reed through a busted intercom, guitarists Nick Valensi and Albert Hammond Jr.. do Tom Verlaine and Richard Lloyd proud as their sinewy chords intertwine to great effect on the angular "The Modern Age" and equally neurotic "Alone, Together." Thanks to The Strokes, rumors of Rock & Roll's demise appear to have been greatly exaggerated.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Language : English
- Product Dimensions : 12.1 x 12.2 x 0.3 inches; 2.4 ounces
- Manufacturer : Legacy Recordings
- Item model number : 29015761
- Original Release Date : 2001
- Run time : 36 minutes
- Date First Available : February 11, 2007
- Label : Legacy Recordings
- ASIN : B00005NIE1
- Country of Origin : USA
- Number of discs : 1
- Best Sellers Rank: #244 in CDs & Vinyl (See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl)
- #1 in New Wave
- #1 in Garage Bands
- #5 in Indie Rock
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First and foremost, let's talk about the packaging and presentation of this limited edition release. The Strokes have truly outdone themselves, as the attention to detail is impeccable. The LP comes in a beautiful gatefold sleeve adorned with stunning artwork and a sleek matte finish. Holding the record in your hands, you can immediately sense the craftsmanship and love put into this release.
Now, onto the music itself. "Is This It" remains a modern classic, and hearing it on vinyl adds a whole new dimension to the listening experience. From the opening track "Is This It," the warm, rich sound of the vinyl transports you back in time, as if you were sitting in the studio alongside the band during the recording process. The guitars have a satisfying crunch, the drums punch through with intensity, and Julian Casablancas' iconic vocals take center stage in a way that feels raw and unfiltered.
One of the standout aspects of this album is the songwriting. The Strokes have an innate ability to create infectious melodies that stick with you long after the needle lifts off the record. Tracks like "Last Nite," "Someday," and "Hard to Explain" showcase the band's knack for crafting irresistible hooks and catchy choruses. On vinyl, these songs come to life in a way that feels intimate and immediate.
The limited edition vinyl pressing enhances the listening experience further. The remastering for this release is superb, delivering a balanced soundstage that allows each instrument to shine while maintaining the album's signature lo-fi charm. The vinyl itself is of high quality, providing a low noise floor and ensuring minimal surface noise throughout the record.
The Strokes' "Is This It" on limited edition vinyl is an essential addition to any music lover's collection. The attention to detail in the packaging, the superb sound quality, and the timeless music make this release a must-have. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering The Strokes for the first time, this vinyl edition is a true testament to the band's talent and a reminder of why this album remains a classic in the rock genre.
Is This it: 9/10. While it's not the best song on the album, it's a great opening track
The Modern Age: 10/10. One of my personal favorites. You can feel a summer-like vibe throughout the entire song. There is also a lot of build up with little release. A very tricky tactic by The Strokes.
Soma: 9/10. Very underrated song. They barely ever play it live for some reason. It's still a solid song, though.
Barely Legal: 8/10. It's a decent song, but also a bit repetitive. It happens to be the longest song on the album, and it's not even four minutes long. This is why I love The Strokes.
Someday: 9/10. A very nostalgic song but with an upbeat tone. It gives off a different vibe than most of the songs on the album.
Alone, Together: 8/10. I'm not the biggest fan of this song, but it's certainly not bad. It still has that cool Strokes feel to it.
Last Night: 10/10. Ah, another one of my personal favorites. Probably the most 'Rock n' Roll' song on the album. Albert's solo is awesome.
Hard To Explain: 10/10. For me, this is hands down the best song on the album. The hard pause in the middle of the song is very unexpected and I was shocked when I first heard it. Words cannot describe how much I love this song. It sounds even better live.
When It Started: 8/10. Kind of oddly timed. Nikolai's bassline is the main thing driving this song.
Trying Your Luck: 7/10. My least favorite song on the album. To me, it just seems dull and not very creative like a lot of the other songs on this album.
Take it or Leave it: 10/10. A great way to end a masterpiece like this. The Strokes made an excellent choice in choosing to end the album with this song. And I almost forgot to say that it sounds pretty badass.
This album is a must have. If you're reading this review, then you're wasting time. Buy it now. You will not regret it.
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O álbum é realmente muito bom, nasceu clássico (se pudermos usar essa expressão), tem uma pegada low-fi que remete aos anos 1970, Julian Casablancas (vocalista) emula aquele lance do rockstar em cantar meio enrolado como se estivesse bêbado, enfim, vários elementos (talvez até clichês) do rock estão nesse disco, o que não compromete em nada a sua qualidade musical.
Particularmente gosto do álbum, mas para mim está longe de ser "a boa nova" que se esperava naqueles tempos; é um bom álbum de estreia, talvez os mais novos já ouçam esse disco como nós, old school, ouvimos The Beatles. A prensagem em vinil deixou ele mais low-fi e, por isso mesmo, muito melhor aos ouvidos.