Meet Me in the Bathroom: Rebirth and Rock and Roll in New York City 2001-2011

New York, 2001. Amidst the aftermath of 9/11 and a nation grappling with war and political uncertainty, something unexpected happened: the city's rock scene roared back to life. As the established music industry faltered, a collection of fiercely independent bands unexpectedly became the voice for a generation yearning for something to believe in.

In Meet Me in the Bathroom, acclaimed journalist Lizzy Goodman brilliantly chronicles this explosive musical transformation that gripped New York in the early 2000s. Through a remarkable tapestry woven from over 200 original interviews, Goodman charts the thrilling ascent of the artists who redefined the cultural landscape and unexpectedly turned Brooklyn into the epicentre of cool – including The Strokes, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, LCD Soundsystem, Interpol, and Vampire Weekend.

Drawing comparisons to iconic music histories like Please Kill Me, Our Band Could Be Your Life, and Can't Stop Won't Stop, this book stands as the definitive account of a truly significant era in rock and roll. Goodman's meticulous research and vivid storytelling transport you directly to the heart of this dynamic period, capturing the raw energy, the creative clashes, and the sheer exhilaration of a music scene finding its feet and its voice in a world undergoing profound change. Prepare for an insightful and thoroughly engaging journey through a time when New York City once again became a vital breeding ground for groundbreaking music.