The Strokes are an American rock band formed in New York City in 1998 , consisting of Julian Casablancas ( lead vocals ) , Nick Valensi ( guitar , backing vocals ) , Albert Hammond , Jr. ( guitar , backing vocals ) , Nikolai Fraiture ( bass guitar ) and Fabrizio Moretti ( drums , percussion ) .
The members of the band are Julian Casablancas , Nick Valensi , Albert Hammond , Jr. , Nikolai Fraiture and Fabrizio Moretti .