The Strokes are still an active band and will return, guitarist Albert Hammond Jr. has confirmed.
The band released their fifth studio album, ‘Comedown Machine’, in March, but have been on a a break since then, having not featured on the touring circuit.
The band’s members are all doing their own thing at the moment, with Hammond Jr. releasing a new solo EP ‘AHJ’ and lining up some December UK tour dates. But, despite his current focus, he’s insisted that the Strokes are not over and that they will return.
Speaking to Rolling Stone, he was asked why the band haven’t been on stage for so long:
“Just to lay low. [Laughs.] Um, it's not against the fans. It's not against them. I mean, we feel that way about each other and the songs, so it's amazing to hear that fans feel the same way. I don't think that'll go away. I think it will only make it better when everything starts, you know?
“Yeah [we’re still an active band]. I mean I wouldn't be sitting here in an office filled with Strokes stuff if we weren't an active band [Laughs]. Who do you think pays for this? We've passed the point of like anger or breakups. We know fans love us and we love them and we are gonna be there with interesting and cool music."
He continued:
“I can't imagine how much time that takes, I'm not even suggesting that it's gonna take long or it's not. I think in the long run that might even be a big attraction for people who like us. I feel like, enjoy it, because at some point it won't exist anymore.”
The band have previously spoken about putting out a follow up to ‘Comedown Machine’ next year, so you’ll have to wait until then to hear more from the band - but for now, why not check out Albert Hammond Jr. on tour before the end of 2013? If you need tickets, check the dates and links below!
Albert Hammond Jr UK & Ireland Tour Dates are as follows
Thu December 5th 2013 - BRIGHTON The Haunt, Brighton
Fri December 6th 2013 - GLASGOW Broadcast
Sat December 7th 2013 - GLASGOW Broadcast
Sun December 8th 2013 - MANCHESTER Night and Day Cafe
Mon December 9th 2013 - LEEDS Brudenell Social Club
Tue December 10th 2013 - LONDON London XOYO
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