The Strokes’ Nick Valensi Taking ‘Non permanent Break’ From the Band

When the Strokes return to the street subsequent month, guitarist and co-founder Nick Valensi received’t be with the group.

“Nick might be taking a short lived break from the scheduled tour, however we stay up for his return,” famous a message to followers on the Strokes’ social media. “Holding down the guitar within the meantime is our previous pal Steve Schlitz, who a lot of you’ll bear in mind from our early NY days. We’re fortunate to have him.”

Whereas the band didn’t elaborate concerning Valensi’s absence, nor did they specify precisely when he’ll rejoin the lineup, it’s the second time he’s taken a break from the band this 12 months. Schlitz beforehand crammed in for Valensi in early 2026 when the guitarist took one other unexplained hiatus from the Strokes. Valensi returned in time for the group’s Coachella performances in April.

When Are the Strokes Touring?

Valensi, singer Julian Casablancas and drummer Fabrizio Moretti began the band that will turn into the Strokes in 1997 whereas they have been faculty college students in New York. Bassist Nikolai Fraiture quickly joined, with Albert Hammond Jr. arriving in 1999 to finish the band’s traditional lineup.

Within the early 2000s, the Strokes broke out due to their catchy post-punk/indie rock sound. The band loved huge success due to songs like “Final Nite,” “Arduous to Clarify,” “Reptilia” and “Juicebox.” They continue to be one of the vital widespread and influential acts of the period.

Collectively, the Strokes have launched 5 studio albums, with a sixth – titled Actuality Awaits – due out June 26. Their subsequent efficiency is scheduled for June 12 on the Bonnaroo music pageant, with a nationwide headlining tour kicking off three days later in Clarkston, Michigan.