The Coolest Band On Earth: The Strokes Are Back

Just over a decade after they first gave the music industry a long-overdue kick up the ass, The Strokes are back.

New York's finest export of the 21st century release their much-anticipated new single 'Under Cover Of Darkness' today (February 9) – and to celebrate Gigwise has taken a retrospective look at the band's career.

Almost as famous for their effortless cool fashion sense as they are their infectious music, The Strokes have come to define what is broadly known as modern day indie music.

So as you click play on 'Under Cover Of Darkness' for the 21st time and continue the countdown to the release of their new album 'Angles' next month, check our tribute to The Strokes below.