All articles tagged with #white stripes
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Pitchfork
The White Stripes were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025, with Jack White accepting the honor and paying tribute to their influences, while artists like Olivia Rodrigo, Feist, and Twenty One Pilots performed their hits in their honor.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Variety
Jack White expressed gratitude and shared a heartfelt parable during the White Stripes' induction into the Rock Hall, honoring Meg White's absence while highlighting their origins and influence as a legendary duo in rock history.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Detroit News
Jack White expressed gratitude to Detroit and paid tribute to Meg White during the White Stripes' induction into the Rock Hall of Fame, highlighting their roots in Detroit punk and garage rock, and sharing heartfelt stories and messages from Meg, who was absent. The band, known for their raw sound and influence, was celebrated by fellow artists like Iggy Pop, emphasizing their role in reviving rock 'n' roll.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Los Angeles will honor artists like Outkast, Cyndi Lauper, Salt-N-Pepa, and the White Stripes, with performances and tributes from notable guests such as Donald Glover and Elton John, and will be streamed live on Disney+ and Hulu, with a televised version on ABC.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Jack White is selling a stake in his music catalog, including works with The White Stripes, his solo projects, and bands like The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather, to Sony Music, with the deal closing earlier this summer. The specifics of the stake and payment are undisclosed, but White retains control of his recordings and the deal does not include future works.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
The article ranks the top 20 songs by The White Stripes, highlighting the band's unique blend of electric blues, rock, and pop sensibilities. It discusses the significance of each track, from protest songs like "The Big Three Killed My Baby" to iconic hits like "Seven Nation Army" and "Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground." The list showcases Jack White's guitar prowess and Meg White's distinctive drumming, celebrating their impact on early 2000s rock music.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Stereogum
Jack White has announced his 2025 North American tour dates for the "No Name Tour," giving fans ample notice compared to his previous last-minute show announcements. The tour, running from May 2025, celebrates his Grammy-nominated album "No Name." Additionally, White will release a new B-side, "You Got Me Searching," and the White Stripes recently dropped a lawsuit against Donald Trump for unauthorized use of their song "Seven Nation Army."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Los Angeles Times
Jack White dedicated a poem to his former wife and bandmate, Meg White, after a journalist posted a disparaging tweet about the White Stripes drummer that went viral. The musician’s poetic tribute to Meg White came days after journalist Lachlan Markay insulted the trailblazing drummer in a tweet that has been widely condemned by fans, music critics and artists alike. Several musicians, including Jack White's ex-wife Karen Elson, spoke up on Meg White's behalf, with Elson calling her a "fantastic drummer."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WDIV ClickOnDetroit
Jack White posted a poem on Instagram in support of his former bandmate and ex-wife, Meg White, who has been the subject of criticism online. The poem expresses a desire for a world without negativity and pain, and emphasizes the love and respect he has for Meg. Other musicians, including Questlove and Karen Elson, have also shown support for Meg. The White Stripes are nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Billboard
Jack White posted a loving poem on Instagram honoring his former White Stripes bandmate Meg White amid controversy over her drumming skills. The poem was accompanied by an image of Meg White playing the drums. The tweet denigrating her skills drew a torrent of support for Meg from various musicians. The White Stripes are among the nominees for this year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
Jack White has defended his former White Stripes bandmate and ex-wife Meg White's drumming with a poem, following criticism from a US political reporter who called her "terrible". White previously praised Meg's "simplistic" style, saying it was "perfect" for the band. Other musicians, including Questlove and Jack White's ex-wife Karen Elson, also defended Meg. The drummer has not commented on the criticism.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The A.V. Club
Jack White, former bandmate and husband of Meg White, has posted a picture of her on Instagram accompanied by a poem calling out the "demons, cowards and vampires out for blood" of the modern world, and praying for "an empty field where no tall red poppies are cut down." This comes after a journalist referred to Meg White as a "terrible" drummer, which has attracted rebuttals from a number of prominent musicians. The White Stripes are currently up for inclusion in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame later this year.