Julian Casablancas "Phrazes for the Young"

Warning: this sounds nothing like the Strokes. And I'm not sure how to feel about that. The album consists of only 8 songs but they average over 5 minutes each. The issue I have is that he had a good thing going with the Strokes. He has a very distinct voice and it is perfect for garage rock, singing dirty hooks over rocking guitars. This album is like a synthpop-blues blend. It doesn't work for me.

Must hear: 11th Dimension (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_h5DMHh5_M)

(Release Date: 11/3/09)