The Strokes

In April 2011, The Strokes were riding high on the release of their fourth studio album, 'Angles,' which hit the shelves just a few weeks earlier. This live performance of 'Taken For A Fool' on David Letterman's show highlighted the band's re-emergence after a lengthy hiatus. The album marked a notable stylistic shift for them, merging their signature garage rock sound with new experimentation, a transition prompted by the creative input of all band members, which had previously been a point of tension. Interestingly, 'Angles' was the band's first album to be produced by themselves, signaling their desire for more artistic control. Their performance on Letterman was electric, showcasing a blend of confidence and nostalgia, and it reinforced their status as titans of the early 2000s rock revival.

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