The White Stripes Announce They Are No More //

Just announced (http://www.whitestripes.com/):

The White Stripes would like to announce that today, February 2nd, 2011, their band has officially ended and will make no further new recordings or perform live.

The reason is not due to artistic differences or lack of wanting to continue, nor any health issues as both Meg an Jack are feeling fine and in good health.

It is for a myriad of reasons, but mostly to preserve what is beautiful and special about the band and have it stay that way.

Meg and Jack want to thank every one of their fans and admirers for the incredible support they have given throughout the 13 plus years of The White Stripes’ intense and incredible career.

Third Man Records will continue to put out unreleased live and studio recordings from The White Stripes in their Vault subscription record club, as well as through regular channels.

Both Meg and Jack hope this decision isn’t met with sorrow by their fans but that it is seen as a positive move done out of respect for the art and music that the band has created. It is also done with the utmost respect to those fans who’ve shared in those creations, with their feelings considered greatly.

With that in mind the band have this to say:

“The White Stripes do not belong to Meg and Jack anymore. The White Stripes belong to you now and you can do with it whatever you want. The beauty of art and music is that it can last forever if people want it to. Thank you for sharing this experience. Your involvement will never be lost on us and we are truly grateful.”

Sincerely,
Meg and Jack White
The White Stripes

-k

If we haven’t made it clear enough we are a little bit excited for this joint DVD and CD release from the White Stripes.  Below you can listen to their live album, Under Great Northern Lights which was recorded while on tour in Canada promoting Icky Thump.

Under Great White Northern Lig…

-muic from my ears. to yours. with love. jp

The White Stripes - Under the Great Northern Lights

As many of you must know by now we love all things Jack White from the White Stripes to the Raconteurs and of course The Dead Weather.  As far as this Vagabond is concerned Jack White has proven over and over again that he can do no wrong.

We told you all that It Might Get Loud is not to be missed and we feel the same way about their new documentary, Under the Great Northern Lights.  Above is a teaser for the documentary which come out today along with CD titled under the same name.  The film documents all of the free shows the White Stripes played in Canada promoting Icky Thump as well as some more intimate and unique shows in cafes, bowling allies, YMCA’s and buses. You’ll also get a look at their daily life on tour and testimonials from fans.  If you are a White Stripes fan or a Jack White fan this DVD and CD is a must.  You can purchase them here.

music from my ears. to yours. with love. jp

http://www.whitestripes.com/