Three Tune Tuesday! For June 3rd 2025! Picking Tunes From The 2000’s “The” Bands! (The Strokes & More) 🎸 Plus Talking Tunes Vlog 🎙️ 2000’s Rock & Roll Tunes!  

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Welcome back!  It’s another #ThreeTuneTuesday 🎸 This week I’ll be talking and picking tunes from “The” bands. The early 2000’s throwback to garbage rock with bands like The Strokes 
& The White Stripes.  I dig into the whole trend and how many bands with “The” in front of name were getting record deals asking as were signed in 1991 just for being from Seattle 🙃 seriously though!  I pick my favorite tunes from my favorite bands of the early 2000’s alternative rock new scene.  Let’s go! 

Gene Talks Tunes Ep 142 🎙️🎸

https://youtu.be/r0M-MZ2l68g

* Three Tune Tuesday 6/3/25 
* “The” Bands Fever Of Early 2000’s 
* First Pick (The Strokes) 
* Second Pick (The White Stripes) 
* Third Pick (The Hives)
* Bonus Scene Talk 
* Bonus Jams (Kills & Yeah Yeah Yeahs) 

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Let’s Go!   

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knU9gRUWCno&pp=ygUPc3Ryb2tlcyBzb21lZGF5

Band - The Strokes 
Song - Someday 
Album - Is This It (2001) 

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OyytKqYjkE&pp=ygUud2hpdGUgc3RyaXBlcyBkZWFkIGxlYXZlcyBhbmQgdGhlIGRpcnR5IGdyb3VuZA%3D%3D

Band - The White Stripes 
Song - Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground
Album - White Blood Cells (2001) 

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uz1Jwyxd4tE&pp=ygUfaGl2ZXMgaGF0ZSB0byBzYXkgaSB0b2xkIHlvdSBzbw%3D%3D

Band - The Hives 
Song - Hate to Say I Told You So
Album - Veni Vidi Vicious (2000)

It came out in 2000 prior to picks one & two but there hit single didn’t hit the charts until a full year after The Strokes.  

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Now for some bonus tunes!   First up it’s The Yeah Yeah Yeah’s and there song Y Control from there 2003 first album. Hold on here’s the info below!  

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2aTCqyFJOc&pp=ygUZeSBjb250cm9sIHllYWggeWVhaCB5ZWFocw%3D%3D

Band - The Yeah Yeah Yeahs 
Song - Y Control 
Album - Fever to Tell (2003) 

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgjXp3fIFLI&pp=ygUcdGhlIGtpbGxzIGxvdmUgaXMgYSBkZXNlcnRlcg%3D%3D

Band - The Kills 
Song - Love Is a Deserter
Album - No Wow (2005) 

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Last isn’t a song  from this scene, I just mentioned it in vlog because it does a “The” band Parody and just shows how big the whole thing was in 2002 when Sum 41 released this song below.  The parody is right at beginning. ⬇️

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qO-mSLxih-c&pp=ygUUc3VtIDQxIHN0aWxsIHdhaXRpbmc%3D

Thanks for swinging by! Also big thanks to @ablaze for hosting #ThreeTuneTuesday weekly along with his weekly prize giveaway! Go check ‘em out for more info!

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For more on the main four bands discussed here’s ⬇️ some of the textbook takes for ya’ll who skip my vlog 😟

The early 2000s marked a seismic shift in rock music, as a new wave of bands burst onto the scene, revitalizing a genre that had been overshadowed by pop and nu-metal in the late ’90s. This movement, often dubbed the “garage rock revival” or “post-punk revival,” was led by bands like The Strokes, The White Stripes, The Hives, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Vines, and The Killers. These groups brought raw energy, retro influences, and a defiant attitude that resonated with a generation craving authenticity. Drawing from ’60s garage rock, ’70s punk, and ’80s new wave, they crafted a sound that was both nostalgic and fresh, capturing the attention of mainstream audiences and critics alike. Their commercial success, fueled by infectious hooks and a DIY ethos, redefined rock’s place in the cultural zeitgeist and left an enduring legacy.

The Strokes, hailing from New York City, were the torchbearers of this movement with their 2001 debut album Is This It. The album’s gritty production, Julian Casablancas’ aloof vocals, and razor-sharp guitar riffs struck a chord, selling over 2 million copies worldwide and earning critical acclaim as a modern classic. Tracks like “Last Nite” and “Someday” became anthems, blending punk’s edge with pop accessibility. The Strokes’ disheveled style and urban cool made them icons of the era, influencing countless bands and setting the stage for the revival. Their success wasn’t just artistic; it translated into headlining festival slots and a massive global following, proving that rock could still dominate the charts.

Across the Atlantic, Sweden’s The Hives brought a high-octane, tongue-in-cheek swagger to the scene with their 2000 album Veni Vidi Vicious. Songs like “Hate to Say I Told You So” exploded with frenetic energy, propelling the band to international fame. Their black-and-white suits and theatrical live performances amplified their appeal, making them a staple on MTV and at festivals like Reading and Leeds. The Hives’ commercial success, with albums charting in the top 10 across Europe and the U.S., showcased the global appetite for this raw, unpolished sound. Their ability to merge punk’s aggression with pop’s catchiness made them a cornerstone of the revival.

Meanwhile, Detroit’s The White Stripes redefined minimalism in rock with their stripped-down, blues-infused sound. Jack and Meg White’s 2001 album White Blood Cells, followed by the 2003 smash Elephant, catapulted them to superstardom. “Seven Nation Army,” with its iconic bass-like riff, became a global phenomenon, peaking at number 7 on the UK Singles Chart and earning a Grammy for Best Rock Song. The White Stripes’ raw aesthetic and enigmatic persona captivated audiences, selling millions of albums and headlining major festivals. Their success proved that a duo with a lo-fi approach could achieve massive commercial heights while staying true to their artistic vision.

Bands like The Yeah Yeah Yeahs and The Vines further diversified the scene, blending art-punk and psychedelic elements. The Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ 2003 debut Fever to Tell, featuring the haunting “Maps,” earned a Grammy nomination and gold certification in the U.S., with the single becoming a staple of indie rock playlists. The Vines, from Australia, hit big with their 2002 album Highly Evolved, which debuted at number 11 on the Billboard 200, driven by the chaotic energy of “Get Free.” Both bands brought a visceral edge to the revival, balancing commercial success with underground credibility, and their influence extended to fashion, art, and the broader indie culture.