Have you ever wondered what Strokes frontman Julian Casablancas would sound like crooning over a chintzy synth beat he found lying around the basement of a club after traveling back in time to the mid-’80s? If so, head to Casablancas’ MySpace to hear his new song “11th Dimension.” Sorry if that description sounds harsh, but I say it as a fan of Casablancas — his singing here is fine, but that backdrop plays to exactly none of his strengths. Hopefully the rest of his solo debut, Oct. 20′s Phrazes for the Young, will fare better.
Or am I crazy? Let us know what you think of Casablancas’ new vibe. For comparison’s sake, a far superior electro song featuring Casablancas’ vocals — namely, the Lonely Island’s “Boombox” (some NSFW language) — awaits you after the jump.
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it sounds amazing
Simon – you’re not crazy – it’s a kooky vibe- but a solid effort. I hear the record is solid.
I agree with batman.
how can you say the boombox song is better than this song?
wow, your musical opinion went out the window.
It sounds excellent. Julian is an excellent artist, and this music is very enjoyable on many levels. I love electronic music, perhaps I am more in tune with it, and can appreciate it more.
You are as wrong as Glenn Beck and Sarah Palin. This song rules!!!
You’re not crazy -just deaf.
its all subjective, but i’m pretty sure you’re wrong. song sounds great. and the sentence “plays exactly to none of his strengths” is just weird. i don’t even know what that means.
Clearly the majority loves this song, as do I. You sir, are simply in the wrong and should recant.
i agree with batman.
Are you crazy? This song is the best thing I’ve heard in years! Can’t wait for Phrazes for the Young
it’s not as good as what The Strokes can do, but it’ll keep me occupied until their 4th record comes out
The single is fantastic. I love the New Wave influences. It’s as if Julian is fronting OMD.