Julian Casablancas reflects on The Strokes’ political Coachella statement and “white privilege” American Zionism comments
“I honestly didn’t think people would really care.”

Julian Casablancas is an American musician, singer, songwriter and record producer best known as the lead vocalist and principal songwriter of the Strokes. As one of the defining figures of the early 2000s garage rock revival, Casablancas helped revitalise guitar music with the release of the landmark debut album ‘Is This It’. Renowned for his distinctive vocal style, melodic songwriting and influential approach to indie rock, he has also enjoyed a successful solo career with albums including ‘Phrazes for the Young’ and has fronted the experimental rock band the Voidz since 2013. His work has had a lasting impact on modern alternative rock, inspiring countless artists while maintaining a reputation for musical innovation and artistic independence.
“I honestly didn’t think people would really care.”
He is currently absent from their tour.
It will take place tomorrow.
“Use me like an oar / And get yourself to shore”…
“It is a sad fact, the brainwashing of people in general.”
Casablancas said their “creativity” was pushed “into the background”.
The most individual voices.
Snatching victory from the jaws of defeat
Julian Casablancas was “hungover for five years” after he kicked the habit in 2009.