# Sanders and AOC Introduce The Strokes at NYC Show

> Bernie Sanders and AOC surprise The Strokes at New York City concert.
- Title: Sanders and AOC Introduce The Strokes at NYC Show · NME
- Summary: Bernie Sanders and AOC surprise The Strokes at New York City concert. Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduced The Strokes at a New York City…
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- Source: NME — https://nme.com/news/music/watch-bernie-sanders-aoc-introduce-the-strokes-nyc-3972046
- Published: 2026-10-03T09:35:48+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: bernie sanders, alexandria ocasio-cortez, the strokes, nyc, flushing meadows corona park, reality awaits, music, culture
## Surprise NYC Show
Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made a surprise appearance to introduce The Strokes at their huge hometown show in New York City last night (October 2).
## Ocasio-Cortez's Statement
Ocasio-Cortez declared that 'the greatest city in the world is now welcoming the greatest rock band of our generation' before bringing out Sanders.

> the greatest city in the world is now welcoming the greatest rock band of our generation
## Sanders' Message
Sanders praised the band for 'standing up for economic justice, fighting racism, understanding that healthcare is a human right' and urged voting in November's elections.

> standing up for economic justice, fighting racism, understanding that healthcare is a human right
## Historical Connection
The Strokes previously supported Sanders' 2020 presidential campaign with Julian Casablancas calling him a 'dedicated, diligent, & trustworthy patriot, and fellow native New Yorker'.

> dedicated, diligent, & trustworthy patriot, and fellow native New Yorker
## Album Release
The Strokes' seventh album 'Reality Awaits' was postponed until July after being announced in June for a Queens concert.
## Upcoming Tour
The Strokes are touring the UK later this month with two London O2 shows as part of their first full UK tour in 20 years.
## Key takeaway

Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduced The Strokes at a New York City show with 40,000 attendees.