The Strokes have a new album on the way. The band’s seventh album, Reality Awaits, is set for release on June 26 via Cult Records/RCA Records. Here’s everything we know so far.
When did the Strokes confirm the album?
The Strokes have been booked for numerous festivals this summer, so it was safe to assume there might be a new album on the way. On April 6, the band posted a teaser video on social media featuring a retro sports car and the tagline, “In the Flesh, It’s Even Sexier.” It’s a reference to a 1975 Jaguar XJS commercial, but the car appears to be a 1980s Nissan 300ZX. They detailed the LP the following day, sharing the album cover, tracklist, and release date.
What does the album cover look like?
What about the tracklist?
Reality Awaits spans nine tracks:
1. Psycho Shit
2. Dine N’Dash
3. Lonely in the Future
4. Falling Out of Love
5. Going to Babble On
6. Going Shopping
7. Liar’s Remorse
8. The Fruits of Conquest
9. Pros and Cons
Who produced the album?
The Strokes worked on the new album with producer Rick Rubin, who helmed their previous album, the Grammy-winning The New Abnormal. It was recorded in Costa Rica and completed around the globe.
Have the Strokes released any singles from the album?
Prior to the album announcement, they posted a link to sign up for their marketing campaign. A few days later, 100 responders who also agreed to provide a mailing address received cassettes containing a new song called ‘Going Shopping’, whic they debuted live in San Francisco. The track was properly released on April 7.
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