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Do NOT watch videos of Julian Casablancas on Conan O’Brien. “11th Dimension” came out a month or two ago, but after watching the live performance, I realized the need to share is much greater than previously thought. On Conan, Julian Casablancas’ performance was either, not up to par, or not what I expected. However, I didn’t feel like my expectations were too high for the front man of The Strokes. Bottom line, just listen to the song.

Now going solo, Julian Casablancas
delivers his first single wonderfully for our ears. Although his visit to Conan was not in the least bit interesting, the play count of the song on my iTunes would beg to differ. Such a snappy synthetic sound the song begins with, continuing with Casablancas’ voice relaying us information about his life on the frozen surface of a fireball. I couldn’t tell you what this song means, except that is has meaning. Lines about faith and forgiveness tell the listener exactly how to live their life, with such persuasion and passion. Only such a voice could convince you to “forgive them, even if they are not sorry.” He teaches even about faith, and fear, in the most impressive yet uplifting voice. Lyrically the song may sound like a description of a ballad maybe, but “11th Dimension” in fact is quite the danceable song if anything. Such a strong and catchy background instrumental maintains the attention caught, while Casablancas’ voice and lyrics creates the deeper meaning to the song.
The full album, “Phrazes for the Young,” is due to be released on the second of November.

Julian Casablancas – 11th Dimension
The Strokes – Reptilia