Nick Valensi has been involved in several high-profile performances, joining Duran Duran in Paris and playing with Jack White in Los Angeles, while also releasing a new track with Aziya and Mr Hudson. Despite these appearances, he will not tour with The Strokes this summer, having taken a temporary break from the band, though Julian Casablancas has confirmed his return is imminent. The band has since announced a new single and live show featuring lasers, following Valensi's absence from upcoming tour dates.