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January 2006

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The Hipsters' Guide to the Galaxy

A newfound temperance, a bouncing baby, Sugar Ray's producer, and a secret romance that shocked the band -- much has changed in the Strokes' universe since their previous album. As they finally come down to earth and survey the rock terrain, is this it for the former kings of gritty New York cool?

The Year in Music: Jukebox Jury

Carlos D and Fred Armisen sound off on this year's swinging singles.

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