The Strokes
New York post-punk revival band whose early-2000s look became the template for indie sleaze fashion: vintage tees, leather jackets, a dishevelment that looked studied rather than accidental, channeling the Velvet Underground and early Television. That look traveled alongside bloghouse's sound, crossing the Atlantic in both directions.
The full story is in Bloghouse and Indie Sleaze.
At a glance
- Active
- 1998–present
- From
- New York City, USA
In the issues
- Bloghouse and Indie SleazeAn influence · 2003-2012 · Members
Bloghouse and Indie Sleaze is a music scene from Paris, New York, London, 2003–2012. Its principal artists include Justice, Crystal Castles and Uffie. This issue covers 8 essential albums and 12 dated events.
- London Indie, 2002-07An influence · 2002-2007 · Members
London Indie, 2002-07 is a music scene from London, UK, 2002–2007. Its principal artists include The Libertines, Bloc Party, Babyshambles and Klaxons. This issue covers 11 essential albums and 23 dated events.