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So what exactly has Nick Valensi been doing instead?

I’ve just done a mental recap of everything Nick has done since Coachella, and honestly… he hasn’t stopped doing things! Since I started following The Strokes (many moons ago) I’ve never had this much information about what Valensi might be doing outside the band.

So far, I’ve got these, but if you know of any more, please add them here 😀

- Played at the Roxy Theatre for the Goddamn Comedy Jam.
-Collaborated with Guards, playing on “Not 4 Me.”
-Attended the Ramones’ 50th anniversary tribute.
-Spotted at a John Mayer concert.
-Played with Dragonflies on Jimmy Kimmel.
-Played two shows with Dragonflies at the Masonic Lodge.
-Attended a Dragonflies Q&A.
-Played a couple of songs with Jack White.
-And today I learned that he’s now collaborating with Aziya and Mr. Hudson on something for Sick (Darian Zahedi, CRX guitarist’s new record label), coming out October 9.

What else could Nick Valensi possibly be doing while The Strokes are touring in Europe? For instance, given that he has ✨a truly magnificent jawline✨ he could work as Robert Pattinson’s lighting double in the next Batman movie, for those moments when they need to test the cowl.

Any other suggestions? As eclectic as can be.

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u/LaGambit — 10 days ago
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Thank you Steve! ❤️

Thx for being one of the reasons this band can function and for helping give us some of the best performances we’ve seen from them ever.
Thanks for handling the immense pressure of stepping in for the legendary Nick Valensi and doing it all with a smile. you’ve made a lot of fans very happy these past few months.
I just think Steve’s efforts are totally worth appreciating.

u/True_Soft2974 — 11 days ago
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Got lucky in NYC!

Was the very first person there after sprinting to make it, Julian was walking back while I was running up and went "Hey hey, winner!" To me when I made it!

u/Beneficial-Pen2951 — 11 days ago
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Songs they rarely play or never play live?

I’ve seen these guys 3 times since The New Abnormal (recently Shaky Knees 2026) and can’t help but wonder what songs they haven’t played live and why? It almost feels like every set I’ve seen is the same; mostly their mainstream hits from the first 3 albums. (I loved every set btw, fan since 2003)

I was baffled that they played Not The same anymore at Shaky Knees 2021 but feel like it’s never made it live again.

I would give my left nut to see Tyrants of the mellow moon or Why are Sundays so depressing live.

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u/franxxcisco — 10 days ago
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steve in the london tour

looks like steve will LIKELY be joining us for the london tour, despite the nick rumours he still prevails

u/aucatss — 11 days ago
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The strokes Nikolai

Did anyone catch a fan yelling “where’s Nick?” And Nikolai shrugged his shoulders and said “i don’t know” 💀 I was really hoping Nick would be at this show !!

u/leathermouthfan — 11 days ago
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I’m so sorry if you were near me during Ode to the Mets

I’ve never been so hype in my LIFEEEEE

u/gabagoo3 — 11 days ago
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autism

has anybody else heard julian talking about autism on stage? when he performed at sea hear now he made some comments about it and i’m just kind of curious if it’s maybe a recent diagnosis or something

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u/ToeEven5499 — 10 days ago
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reality awaits foldout poster was such a dope surprise

Hanging these up later
It looks sideways, it’s bc it’s leaning sideways, i will fix it

u/thisshitisbananas_ — 10 days ago
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NY Popup Store

man.. under such post concert depression.
NY one was epic.
went to the pop up, Going Shopping 🎶

u/Living-Summer1047 — 10 days ago
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All of the songs I’ve seen them perform live from 2011-2026

Including

Bonnaroo set 2011 ( I was 17 here!)

2023 tour with the chili peppers @ nationals park

2026 at Merriwether Post Pavilion

2026 at Flushing Meadows.

So blessed to be able to see my favorite band since I was 13 all of these times.

It’s so interesting that every concert has been better than the last. Julian’s Roo performance was a bit of a let down at the time because he was very…. Unsober.

2023 tour was much better but it had a very short set list.

Both 2026 shows have been INCREDIBLE

My husband took me to the NYC concert for my bday and I think I’ve successfully converted him to A Stroker!!!

u/taylorballer — 11 days ago
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First concert ever. The Strokes @ Flushing Meadows NYC

After years of being a huge music & strokes fan, finally drove from Montreal to NYC for my first show ever.

Everyone on the line up delivered, 10/10 phenomenal experience.

The strokes & beach house played most of my favorites.

A night i’ll never forget. Thank you

u/blaxoleS — 11 days ago
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Julian @flushing meadows

Haunted by The Strokes performance at Flushing Meadows, of course. Julian’s stage presence has always impressed me, but this time, he seems to have evolved to the point of German expressionism. His formerly stationary, not without movement, pose has transitioned into a kind of Frankenstein’s monster dressed like Neo contorting in agony while howling at the moon in autotune (I like it! Jerk off more furiously haters!). I can’t get it out of my head. Does anyone else have a take on this? Maybe from some of the lamer crowd at that show? This was religious for me, so forgive me if you actually were just there to be cool

u/Spider-monkey-4135 — 10 days ago
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Julian x Bill Paxton

Watching Near Dark (1987) and I think I discovered Julian’s fashion inspiration…

u/felicityjo13 — 10 days ago