Gordon Raphael (producer of The Strokes’ Is This it and Room on Fire)

We’re joined by producer Gordon Raphael to discuss his life in music and his work with The Strokes (particularly on their seminal debut album Is This It). Crucial matters discussed include: Gordon’s various attempts to “make it” in New York City; how Gordon hooked up with The Strokes; getting fired from The Strokes’ third album, First impressions of Earth; the removal of “New York City Cops” following the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center; and much more.