The Strokes — New York’s lovable garage-rock survivors — are this weekend’s Artist of the Day at Coachella. If you lived through the early‑2000s indie boom (or just love tight, riff-forward rock), this set is a must-see.
Why it matters
– Origin: New York, NY. Genre: garage rock revival / indie rock / post‑punk revival.
– Performing: Saturday.
– Reputation: The band made a huge splash with Is This It (2001) and Room On Fire (2003), and they’ve kept that bite across later records like 2020’s The New Abnormal.
Hot songs to know (quick links)
– The Adults Are Talking: https://youtu.be/ewOPQZZn4SY
– Last Nite: https://youtu.be/TOypSnKFHrE
– Reptilia: https://youtu.be/b8-tXG8KrWs
Live preview
– Austin City Limits 2025 full performance: https://youtu.be/SUKXNW4rJKg
What to expect
– Short, punchy songs, classic Strokes swagger, and a main‑stage production that fans are hyping up. Expect a mix of early hits (Last Nite, Reptilia) and newer material that leans into synth textures and post‑punk heft.
– Live reports from fans are mixed — some say the band hits it out of the park lately, others remember hit‑or‑miss moments. Recent shows suggest they’ve tightened things up.
Fan reaction from the Reddit thread
– Lots of excitement — many fans called this a can’t‑miss Saturday act and said they’ll rearrange plans to catch the set.
– A few commenters joked about age and crowd dynamics (“millennials living our best lives” — especially since Interpol is on the same day), while others warned that Strokes fans love to move — so claim your spot early if you want to camp near the front.
Tips for festivalgoers
– If you’ve got conflicts, try to prioritize this one — plenty of fans are treating it as a priority set.
– Bring ear protection and hydration — main stage shows are loud and packed.
– If you’re camping near the front for another act, expect some crowd shifts when The Strokes hit the stage.
Bottom line
The Strokes bring classic NY cool and a catalog built for singalongs and moshes alike. Whether you’re reliving high‑school indie anthems or discovering them for the first time, Saturday’s set is likely to be one of the weekend’s highlights.
Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/Coachella/comments/1qv0gyz/coachella_2026_artist_of_the_day_the_strokes/