I like both bands a lot.

I wasnt keen on Hot Fuss, though it did have some standout tracks. Mr Brightside, All these things Ive done, Jenny was a friend of mine. Sam's town is a step up IMO and really goes for the jugular. There only track that that falls short for me is Bones. Its a quality album full of hooks and melody.

Is this it? is a wonderful record. It sounds good, has an edgy feel to the production. Casablancas sounds like a stoned Lou Reed. It barely puts a foot wrong. Since then the Strokes have perhaps fallen back. Theyve made quality tracks, but not a truly cohesive album since the first.

Tough call to pick between the two though. Conpletely different sounds too.