That’s the reason I find The Raconteurs pretty meh in general, its so sanitised. They can stay on CD, not worth buying a second time.
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That’s the reason I find The Raconteurs pretty meh in general, its so sanitised. They can stay on CD, not worth buying a second time.
Sanitized is the perfect way to put it.
AudioAce
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Broken Boy Soldier is one of the best Jack White songs hes written. De Stijl was a great pick and that albums various styles makes it one of the few JW projects I go back too.
TenderLovingKiller®
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Gimme Brenden Benson’s first two Solo Records or Kills album over any Dead Weathers/Recantours/Jack White solo LP
keylime_5
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Whatever, Raconteurs rule. Catchy, straight-up classic rock style songs with dueling lead vocalists and solid harmonies. Great stuff. White Stripes were no doubt peak Jack White and much more creative, but Raconteurs had all the things he lacked with TWS — a good rhythm section and another vocalist/songwriter to pair himself with.
Clint Howard
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Weird how you said exactly what I said but somehow, I'm the one who's gatekeeping?
Fleetwood-Matt
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Is there even anyone who argues the opposite? The only solo album I even like by him was Blunderbuss and his other bands dont do anything for me besides one song by The Racountors
Don’t hate the player hate the game.
Gavaxeman
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Always thought Steady as she goes was brilliant
AudioAce
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It is a pretty good song. The whole album doesn't really meld together but the songs on it are alot of fun. Level, Store Bought Bones, Hands. Blue Veins is a beautiful song too.
I’m not sure what Zep and the Stripes have in common other than guitar playing. Lol.
AudioAce
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"Reworking" old blues songs.
Yeah. there is a lot of good music throughout his career. I like the stripes. But IMO it’s not even his best work. It’s maybe more raw, but he’s an even better producer of arrangements than a player / song writer. Sixteen saltines, lazaretto love is blindness, even the muppets ditty. He has a talent for genre jumping and putting sounds and musicians together too.
Just cause it’s old blues doesn’t mean it’s “reworking”. It’s got its own sound and simplicity.
supahypeag
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Did you guys know that Jack and Meg WERE NOT brother and sister, but rather ex-spouses? Wow!
(I figured as long as arguments that have been going on since the White Stripes debuted were being shared, might as well share other old stuff!
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(I figured as long as arguments that have been going on since the White Stripes debuted were being shared, might as well share other old stuff!
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doncornelius
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I am 50 years old and the only thing I don't like about De Stijl as Essential is this means I will have to look elsewhere for the anniversary pressing of White Blood Cells next year.
zarile9
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I love reading the discussions in this forum. Besides being extremely informative, I like the back and forth of varying perspectives. So, I'm a boomer. I remember in the 70's, my friend and I would scoop up 45's from the 50's because we thought they were oldies. When Patrice's record was released as a classic, I thought, "No way!" Then I realized I must be getting old. I don't even remember that record. I was more of a Stiff label guy. I will say though, I've been listening and collecting and spinning since the 60's, and while I've loved many records over the years, I do believe the music of today is some of the best ever. I'm not comparing it to any eras or within specific genres, I'm only stating that within the realm of what I listen to the most. I'm not a radio guy, just strictly what I find out there being produced by incredible musical artists. So many have the ability to blend genres across the decades, and still make it relevant today. I'm sure artists have always been doing that, I just find the artistry of today simply amazing. A tip of the hat to all the artists expressing what they need to say today. The fact this forum discusses those musicians, makes it a fanastic resource for people like me, searching for artists who can make me forget about life for awhile, and just feel. So, thank you all. Now, go on discussing! I need more coffee.