..are no more http://www.spin.com/articles/breaking-news-white-stripes-split
Gutted I never got to see them live.
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Always thought they were a bit lumpen and dull. The noughties version of Nirvana.
You probably have to be a Led Zep fan, eh?
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chakaping - On the contrary, Led Zeppelin had one of the greatest drummers of all time, The White Stripes did not.
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chakaping, you were wrong I'm afraid to say.
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I like this cover, the origional is blinkin good too.
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GlitterGary - Member
On the contrary, Led Zeppelin had one of the greatest drummers of all time, The White Stripes did not.Couldn't agree more. Love Zeppelin but never understood the fuss about the White Stripes. I'm actually quite pleased about the news. Hopefully Jack White can now concentrate on his other (considerably better, in my opinion) bands.
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Why are the clueless flocking to my tribute thread?
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in case that was taken seriously.)
(Which it was.)
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I'll levae you with your fellow denim warriors then Dez.
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You couldn't be further from the truth matey
(first heard them on John Peel btw)
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Will be missed... though must admit I thought they'd split years ago. Saw them live a few times (festivals, brixton and I think sbush empire) and had a most excellent experience each time. Jack White has amazing stage presence.
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That's what I wanted, some bugger to come along and make me jealous
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I thought they were quite refreshing. Jack White seems to be involved in all sorts of stuff playing and producing with various people. Talented bloke (whether you like his music or not). Obviously has a great relationship with his ex too.
Puts a whole new meaning on the saying "at least when you divorce your wife she's still your sister"
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I'm only joshing Dez, I know you're more of a leather man.
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Saw them just after 'White Blood Cells' came out, and they remain one of the most incredible live bands I've seen. Can't say I'm too sad to see them go though, they had a good innings.
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they were good a few years ago, peaked at Elephant then it went a bit rubbish. I always thought the Black Keys were a better two piece but there again they peaked a few years back with Rubber Factory.
Kev
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Gutted I loved their stuff and saw them live
And contrary to popular opinion I thought Meg was the ideal drummer for the band anything more sophisticated would have been too much.
But hey ho, hopefully more Dead Weather.
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truly awful drummer. possibly the worst ever to achieve that level of record sales.
good riddance.
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+1 for thecrackfox
-1 for trailmonkeyTo criticise her drumming is missing the point.
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why/how ?
if it sounds awful and spoils your enjoyment of the music then it's worthy of criticism.
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Trailmonkey - I don't think she is a good drummer in the conventional sense, but she could bang out a simple rhythm and I think that worked in the White Stripes.
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saw them at QM union in glasgow years ago, great gig..good band imo.
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Disappointed I didn't get to see them live.
Racconteurs don't quite do it for me. While I like TWS and The Kills, I just don't *get* the Dead Weather.
I often hear Meg's drumming slated, but it works for me. If I wanted musical instruments to be performed technically perfect I'd listen to Yngwie Malmsteen (and be bored).
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John Bonham was far from technically perfect - he was tight but loose and great for it.
Meg White is just rubbish.
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yeah, but a drummer has to be able to at least keep time otherwise it just doesn't work. doesn't have to be flowery because in all honesty i don't really like that but there has to be a basic minimum level of competence and for me, she was way below it.
anyhow, i can see that lots of people really like them so i'll dip out now and let the appreciation continue
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I liked em, black math is an awesome song to play on the guitar
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I always thought Meg was a modern Mo Tucker.
It may sound a bit flat but it would change the whole dynamic of the band is someone else did it.Posted 1 year ago # -
he was tight but loose and great for it.
**Insert ex-girlfriend gag here**Posted 1 year ago # -
It may sound a bit flat but it would change the whole dynamic of the band is someone else did it.[quote]
Yeah, by making the dynamic 20 times better.
The guitar player and singer was ok though.
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I had tickets to see them live a couple of years ago, whe they cancelled the tour - I was gutted.
What is it about Jack White? He throws himself into everything he does absolutely 100% and that to me is the only way to make music worth listening to. Meg to me is a simple and complimentory drummer - I have no problem with her at all!
Just watched that Death Letter clip....hearing and seeing something played like that it actually makes me catch my breath in places....freaking awesome!!!!
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Hey, who's been doing my arguing for me?
I bet there are people who don't find Meg attractive too...
Obviously it was all about Jack really but the simplicity of it all combined with his guitar playing was part of the appeal.
Don't think seeing The Dead Weather live would be half as exciting.Posted 1 year ago # -
Saw them in Blackpool a few years ago (just after Elephant had been released). It's the gig they made a DVD of.
Corruscatingly loud. Loved it.
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Thought they were a right load of shite,but then as I grew up listening to & going to see over a 100 70's 'n 80's punk bands I would wouldn't I....
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I'll miss The White Stripes. Saw them live twice, they were brilliant. Meg was perfect for the band. Also seen The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather. Alison Mosshart is a fantastic frontwoman for the band.
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They used to be married. Marketed themselves as brother and sister until some journo unearthed the evidence.
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I also had tickets to see them when Meg pulled out with acute anxiety.
I do like the Raconteurs, but White Stripes were superb. ShamePosted 1 year ago #
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