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The Strokes close out Coachella weekend 2 set with fiery political statement

Julian Casablancas closed the set with a montage accusing the CIA of regime changes and showing bombings in Gaza and Iran.

Summary by The Express Tribune
The performances precede the release of their album 'Reality Awaits' and a 2026 world tour beginning in June

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The Strokes End Coachella Performance With Video Montage Condemning U.S. and Israeli Bombings in Iran and Gaza

The Strokes ended their Coachella performance with video footage of bombings in Iran and Gaza, capiping a montage of a history of alleged CIA misdeeds.

·Los Angeles, United States
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Metro NewsMetro News
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The Strokes earn 'newfound respect' after risking Coachella ban

The Strokes have won over new fans with their bold political statement during their final song Olivius at Coachella Weekend 2

·London, United Kingdom
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The Strokes Shows an Image of Salvador Allende on His Coachella Show: "Dumped by the Cia in 1973"

The American band The Strokes surprised the public during their presentation at the Coachella festival by projecting on screen a giant image of former Chilean president Salvador Allende. The group led by Julian Casablancas was one of the most anticipated numbers of the 2026 edition of the event, made at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Read also...

·Chile
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The Strokes close Coachella set with politically charged montage calling out CIA and US government

The Strokes close out their Coachella weekend two set with politically charged montage calling out CIA and US government

·London, United Kingdom
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The Strokes close out Coachella weekend 2 set with fiery political statement

The performances precede the release of their album 'Reality Awaits' and a 2026 world tour beginning in June

·Pakistan
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Clash MagazineClash Magazine

The Strokes Close Coachella Set With Political Protest | News | Clash Magazine Music News, Reviews & Interviews

The Strokes closed their Coachella set with a video protesting American involvement in the Middle East. The band struck a defiant note at the Californian

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The Express Tribune broke the news in Pakistan on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
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