- The Strokes condemns US foreign intervention on Coachella stage NBC News —
- Coachella stars The Strokes is blasted for shocking political video during performance: ‘Holy s–t’ NY Post —
- The Strokes' background visuals appear to be cut out as they close their Coachella set with a politically charged performance Daily Mail —
- The Strokes earn ‘newfound respect’ after risking Coachella ban with charged statement Metro —
- The Strokes Stir Political Passions at Coachella With Video Montage Condemning U.S. and Israeli Bombings in Iran and Gaza Variety —
- The Strokes close Coachella set with politically charged montage calling out CIA and US government NME —
The Strokes' political Coachella set
The montage accused the US government of enacting regime change in foreign countries over several decades and included footage of bombings in Iran and Gaza.
Lead singer Julian Casablancas used the platform to voice the band's protests against the ongoing war, earning both praise and criticism from audiences.
This follows their performance from the previous weekend, where they subtly took aim at Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.
Coachella organizers have not commented on whether the band will face any repercussions for the controversial display.
Julian Casablancas
American singer
American singer
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
Annual music and arts festival held in April in Indio, California, United States
Annual music and arts festival held in April in Indio, California, United States
Central Intelligence Agency
National foreign intelligence agency of the United States
National foreign intelligence agency of the United States