The Strokes (March 2002) by Roger Woolman
Songs of a Generation: How The Strokes Helped Define Indie Rock With “Hard to Explain”

“Hard To Explain” came out buzzing with this raw, unfiltered, DIY sound that didn’t swim in the mainstream. It was the antithesis of pop. And the way The Strokes blended live rock instrumentation with electronic rhythm introduced a gritty, almost mechanical sound that felt completely different.

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Billie Eilish’s ‘Happier Than Ever’ Turns 5: Looking Back at the Album That Marked a New Era

Billie was just 19 years old when her sophomore album redefined her career. From debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 to now holding billions of streams and counting, Happier Than Ever cemented Billie as one of the most influential artists of her generation.

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