The Strokes

Okay, so they sound just like Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers. But at some point, we all grow old enough to realize that pop music is one big lazy susan that keeps spinning in place. (In any case, all roads lead back to the Rolling Stones, right?) And why should we begrudge the kids their own updated version of art-school rock ’n’ roll? In our ongoing effort to help you avoid becoming just like your parents, take a moment to look in a mirror and say: “Yes, I’m 40 years old. I will never be a rock star. That doesn’t mean I can’t stay hip to the scene.” Anyone who’s spent five minutes on Cities 97 or Drive 105 in the past six months can tell you that it doesn’t get any hipper than the Strokes, and we’re eager to find out whether this youthful quintet can live up to the hype. We predict the average age for ticketholders at this show will be about twice the age of the band—you’ll feel right at home with all the emeritus hipsters. Orpheum Theatre, (612) 339-7007.