The Strokes release, "Angles," on March 22.

Rock news – new songs from the Strokes are on the way

The guys of The Strokes have a new album hitting stores on March 22, called “Angles,” and they just released the cover art. Bright, colorful, full of flavor– this is classic Strokes. Check it out, above.

The album’s first single, “Under Cover of Darkness,” will hit iTunes Feb. 15. As for other Strokes goodies, expect a limited-edition, seven-inch vinyl available on National Record Store Day (April 16, 2011). The band is also slated to perform on Saturday Night Live on March 5.

You don’t have to wait to check out the band’s new songs. Below, hear “Under Cover of Darkness” in its entirety, via The Strokes’ YouTube channel.

What’s your favorite Strokes track? Mine is easy: mega alternative song “Last Nite,” off 2001’s, “It This It”. List yours, below!

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