*Formed in 1997, The White Stripes quickly became one of the most popular and influential rock bands of the early 2000s. The duo, consisting of Jack and Meg White, released six studio albums, including the critically acclaimed "Elephant" (2003) and "Get Behind Me Satan" (2005), before disbanding in 2011.*
2. The Strokes (New York City, New York)
*Formed in 1998, The Strokes were one of the pioneers of the garage rock revival movement. Their debut album, "Is This It" (2001), was a critical and commercial success and helped to launch the careers of several other bands in the genre.*
3. The Hives (Fagersta, Sweden)
*Formed in 1993, The Hives are known for their energetic live performances and catchy garage rock songs. They released five studio albums, including the critically acclaimed "Veni Vidi Vicious" (2002), before going on hiatus in 2013.*
4. The Vines (Sydney, Australia)
*Formed in 1994, The Vines rose to fame in the early 2000s with their debut album, "Highly Evolved" (2002). The album was a critical and commercial success, and the band was compared to The Strokes and The White Stripes.*
5. The Killers (Las Vegas, Nevada)
*Formed in 2001, The Killers are one of the most popular rock bands of the 21st century. They have released six studio albums, including the critically acclaimed "Hot Fuss" (2004) and "Sam's Town" (2006), and have won numerous awards, including a Grammy Award.*