"It's valid that the Strokes and the Pleased have been influenced by some of the same bands. But it's invalid in the sense that we listen to the Strokes and try to sounds like them. I think that they are a good band"

This quote by Joanna Newsom talks to the impact of the Strokes and the Pleased on each other's music. While it holds true that both bands have actually been influenced by a few of the exact same bands, Newsom is quick to point out that the Pleased does not attempt to sound like the Strokes. Instead, she acknowledges that the Strokes are an excellent band and that the Pleased has its own special sound. This quote speaks to the importance of originality and creativity in music, and how it is possible to be affected by other bands without trying to sound like them. It likewise talks to the value of respecting other artists and their work, and not trying to copy them. Ultimately, this quote is a tip that it is possible to be influenced by other artists without compromising your own special noise.