Reviews (page 5 of 12)
My dad told me to listen to this when it first came out and I didn't... I miss the White Stripes
I didn’t really keep up with Jack White post-White Stripes, but that was a mistake. I love the controlled passion and the piano work on this album. Some overdone bits, to be sure, but I like the general flow and sound.
Decent enough I guess. White stripe
Not what I expected having only listened to the hits of The White Stripes. A well produced mix of genres, often relaxed and mixed with harder hitting rock/punky feeling bridges. Impressed with my first listen of the 1001 albums.
A solid album with a couple of Jack at his best not up to White Stripes standards but his solo stuff is more Bluesy and it definitely grows on you the more you listen to it. The title track and the cover of Little Willie John's Shakin are really good.
Fun album. Love the variety of songs and his willingness to explore. Hadn’t heard this in a long time. Interesting to hear the beginning transition from White Stripes to solo Jack White.
Enjoyed this more than I expected to. Better than some of his other side projects/solo work.
Liked the vibe, cool use of effects and melody
Yeah, again, not a White Stripes fan, but I don't respect Jack White's love of all things music. I just don't dig his vocals, or typically his music, but this album is alright. I probably won't listen to it again. I did like Freedom at 21. I give this a 4 for the music, which is quality on this album.
Solid and enjoyable solo debut from Jack White, continuing what he became known for in the White Stripes: blending his influences from various American genres and serving up something both familiar yet innovative, old-timey yet modern, authentically and without pretentions.
I enjoyed this one more than the White Stripes album that was on here a few days ago. Jack is all over the place stylistically but it all seems to work. Catchy hooks and interesting song arrangements and instruments. It's my first listen to this album and I'll have to check out more of his solo stuff. Nice appearance by Q Tip.
Jack White is a phenomenal artist, and the music he's given this world is just incredible. I have listened to this album a lot when it came out and was happy to rediscover it again.
Out of the ones we've seen from the 2000s onwards, easily the best album yet
Many things about this album are interesting. One; it’s almost entirely female musicians and I can kinda FEEL that. Two; I cannot explain what it is about Jack white that makes home so good other than enthusiasm and fearlessness. Wait; that’s it Three: listened once, liked it. Again, found some inspiration and really liked it. Third time, started to love it. Typical Jack White. Rounding up…..
8/10 Really unexpected. Really enjoyed these songs Favourite Song=Weep Themselves To Sleep Least Favourite Song=On And On And On
4/5
Se escucha bien, no me esperaba nada el sonido que tiene. Entretenido.
Oh, so your choice of drummer actually matters? Huh?! Who knew?
Jack White will single-handedly bring blues rock back if it kills him. His first solo effort after the dissolution of the White Stripes is stripped-down and sincere.
Its pretty good but his best
He's a good song writer isn't he? Slamming. Full blast. does not hold back. Impressive to such consistently good big music
A simple-sounding but effective songwriting style.
Good stuff. One thing that's always bugged me about some of Jack's songs is that he tries to jam too many words into his songs. But it totally works for some of his songs. Fine line, I guess?
Blues rock. Es el de The White Stripes. Un 4.
I'm Shakin'. Exmiembro de White Stripes.
Sounds just like a white stripes album, but it’s good
Oh man, this swings! Energetic and fun.
good. not my fav
This albums is good, Jack White worked better with Meg though.
Haven't listened to a ton of Jack White or the White Stripes but I really enjoyed this & might look into more from their catalogue!
Tweede Jack white denk ik? Leuk album, was al wel bekend met de man uiteraard ook via white stripes. Prima listen
I listened a lot to this when it came out, so I was happy to see it show up here. It’s still great with some amazing riffs, and it just has such a great vibe to it.
Solider Pop mit britischen Einschlag ohne absolute Highlights. „Hip” lässt ein wenig vom Jahrmarkt träumen und “Blunderbus” wirkt tiefgründig. Irgendwie möchte man es nochmal hören.
I like Jack White. I'm a huge fan of the first two Raconteurs albums. The White Stripes albums can be hit or miss, but they all have absolute bangers on them. I feel like White's first solo endeavor is a little bit of all those styles that make him the guitarist he is. And, it's a really good album with some interesting songs. But, none of them have that "wow factor" that some of the best White Stripes songs have, and none deviate from the norm like some of the more interesting Raconteurs songs do. Lastly, I'm not getting a lot of emotional depth on this album. Don't get me wrong. This is a solid 4 for me, and by my ratings, that's a very strong album. But I guess that for Jack White's first solo album (especially one that made this list), I was honestly just expecting a bit more?
There’s something encapsulating about Jack Whites music—a sort of flavorful spin on that bluesy, classic rock that you can tell Jack admires. You get some laid-back vocals and synth and guitar on the opening track, Missing Pieces. Following that is a piece that matches the White Stripes’ highs and rock staples: Sixteen Saltines. It’s a song that anyone could put on the radio and have a jam-packed van of middle-aged white dudes bobbing their heads, forgetting that it’s even from the last 15 years. Freedom At 21 has the same catchy, old-school rock nature, but with Jacks own pizzaz added (those wobbly vocals, man, what the hell). The title track is reminiscent of Led Zeppelin, emulating the slow beauty of much of Led Zeppelin IV, ie. Going to California. I’m Shakin’ brings back more of the classic, bluesy rock that started the whole genre, truly making this album a compilation of many of the things that make rock great (just wish he didn’t say “I’m noivous”). His first solo work since the White Stripes, Jack White continues the same-old style of alt-rock that made his previous duo so immediately and immensely popular. That being said, not every song is a banger, and the album holistically plays like more of a greatest hits compilation than anything cohesive and genre-pioneering. It’s clear Jack had his moment to shine in The White Stripes, and while he did change the alt-rock scene for decades to come, he’s decided to just have fun with his newer stuff. Though I’ve heard No Name is really good, and Jack White seems to be leading the charge on resuscitating rock, so have to give him his praise where necessary. Anyways, solid album.
Great album. Genre changing
I have never really listened to much Jack White, apart from the White stripes. I thoroughly enjoyed this album. Standouts: Sixteen Saltines, Love Interruption and Take Me With You When You Go.
One great song and several good ones
Very surprised to see Jack White solo stuff on here. This dude just gets rock and roll music. Interesting stuff. Cool tone on his solos. Like this dude.
Almost forgot to rate this one! Love Jack, so I enjoyed this.
Nickelback of the 70s
7/10. Had some good songs, but didn't stand out to me as 'fantastic'. Good album.
I'd previously given this less credit than due, I think.
Considering how much I like the White Stripes, it's surprising that I never really got into Jack's solo and other bands until recently. Solid album, overall. Some of his newer stuff is better, but a few of these are his solo hits.
Good stuff! He writes cool songs
good songwriter, just never quite clicks with me
The OG hipster. Pretty fun album, not always what I want, but always happy to hear it when it’s on.
I was just thinking to myself the other day that I wanted to hear some Jack White. Here we are. I think Jack is a tremendously talented artist. This album isn't groundbreaking but it's enjoyable from start to finish. 7.5/10 (3.75/5)
Not quite to the level of his work on White Stripes, but still a lot to like here.
Musical genius. Been a fan of Jack since Highschool.
Interessant. Für mich eine Neuentdeckung und besser als erwartet (befürchtet)!
I enjoy Jack white’s music.
I got elephants last week, and been listening to Jack Whites new album ‘No Name’ a lot already this week, so I feel Iv overdone Mr White before seeing this album this morning. Ignoring that it was good to hear his debut again, I really like this album. But it’s hard to rank in terms of this list, it obviously sits behind the white stripes albums, but due to personal taste it’s already in my frequent rotation,
Bouncy, energetic, and sometimes peppy. A good & fun listen.
Favorite Track: Blunderbuss
hey this was pretty great
Really liked this. Less lo-fi than The White Stripes, and hugely Led Zep in places, but still definitely a Jack White project.
i really liked this album it had a couple of really good stand alone songs and was a really good listen as a whole. i really liked the lyrics in a few of the songs that i felt subverted common tropes in music writing.
Good music but only a couple things stand out for me. The Sixteen Saltines and Weep Themselves To Sleep stood out as memorable.
First half of the album I genuinely rocked out. Second half I felt a bit schizophrenic, but I didn't hate it.
no stand out tracks
01) Missing Pieces - 7,5 02) Sixteen Saltines - 8,5 03) Freedom at 21 - 7,5 04) Love Interruption - 8,0 05) Blunderbuss - 7,5 06) Hypocritical Kiss - 7,5 07) Weep Themselves to Sleep - 8,0 08) I'm Shakin' - 8,0 09) Trash Tongue Talker - 7,0 10) Hip (Eponymous) Poor Boy - 7,5 11) I Guess I Should Go to Sleep - 7,0 12) On and On and On - 7,5 13) Take Me with You When You Go - 7,5 TOTAL: 7,62 (76/100) Current ranking: 140/303
Good album
I liked this album musically. Lyrically it was hit and miss but overall, I liked where this was going! Worth another listen, one day...
surprised how much i like this...always been big on White's singles but never his full albums, with any project...but idk something in the grab bag of songs here clicked, feels relaxed and fun and unambitious in an inviting way...i dunno, maybe i'm just getting Old Enough for this shit 8/10
I think his guitar skills are underrated. He does some really amazing stuff.
Immaculate
Some really good tracks on this one that I've enjoyed for a long time. "Sixteen Saltines," "Hypocritical Kiss," and "I'm Shakin" are among my faves. Giving this album a bonus star because it's the first one generated to me that I listened to right when it came out. These were the earliest days of Spotify and I thought it was the coolest thing that I didn't have to go sailing the seven seas with me mateys to experience new music.
Solid first “solo” effort by a fantastic artist that has carved out his own niche.
I really like the music. Jack White is an excellent student. The pop structure is there. Smooth af production. He never reinvents the wheel, but he makes very nice wheels. Honestly, I love Jack White, but the music is so good, sometimes I kinda wish someone else was singing. 4/5
This is good. Like a bit more of an involved bandy white stripes with more thought to the arrangements. Some good songs too, but none that I wanted to save as a 'great' song.
What can you say? Dude knows how to create a hooky riff.
Good rock 👍
This album really surprised me, because I hate The White Stripes, and I don't like the particular bluesy, stripped-down rock White does in other places like with The Raconteurs. However, I liked this album, from the piano to the more complex melodies in many songs. It is more subdued in most songs, which I really like. There were one or two songs that got a little too Stripesy, but I generally did enjoy it. I'd probably give this a 3.5 stars, but I feel myself pulling towards 4, just because I do think I'd listen to it again, and it surprised me so much, I do have a good feeling towards it, right now.
Jack White is an interesting guy. I like him. I like this album. But it seems to fall a little short of his White Stripes work. I’ll still listen to it again a few times, but I just don’t like it as much.
Riffs, diverse, rocking
Geggjuð plata.
Fantastic. Love his melodic style. Very distinct voice and really interesting guitar tones. Even when the tones are harsh, they feel appropriate.
Great tho some of the rave ups are conceptually jack white schticky still solid and varied effort.
I like Jack. Don't think I've heard anything he's been involved with that I didn't like. I haven't listened closely to his albums tho so can't rank them. Enjoying the a lot so here's 4 stars
I wanna call this fun rock. I like that there are more instruments joining in as well.
You know with Jack White what you will be getting, and I was still pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this album. While it had his distinct style that has defined the White Stripes, he still fits in various styles and mixes up the sound. Genuinely enjoyed, but probably not one I'll come back to often just because White Stripes/Jack White is definitely music I need to be in the right mood for.
Not a deep or complicated album, but great fun.
3.5. was this really good it am I just a battered woman simply relenting after the abuse this list dishes out in gaslighting me on what a good album is?
I really enjoyed this album, great tunes, Jack White is really a very talented guitar player, one of the very best ;-)
Two in a row in my record collection! I'm such a fan of Jack White, he's really an incredible guitarist and songwriter. While I don't think his solo stuff ever hits quite as hard as the White Stripes, he's still got undeniable chops and a few bangers. "Love Interruption" and "I'm Shakin" especially, those are seriously great. Just another great album, I'm riding the high. Favorite tracks: I'm Shakin, Love Interruption, Missing Pieces, Freedom at 21, Sixteen Saltines, Take Me With You When You Go. Album art: He committed to this color palette on a couple albums, and I respect continuity like that. As far as portrait covers go, it's pretty solid. Is that a buzzard or a vulture on his shoulder? I don't know the difference. 4/5
This is a great album that could be mixed in with any rotation of classic rock albums while having 21st century themes. My favorite tracks from the album are Freedom at 21 and Hip (Eponymous) Poor Boy. This album is definitely worth a listen. This album has gotten lost in time as just 12 years after release, I do not know anyone who remembers this album with any sort of nostalgia. It is a good album that has certainly flown under the radar. Perhaps it just was not meant for the era of social media but it is a shame this one has gone unnoticed. It is not my favorite album by any means but it is a good listen and I would gladly put some of the tracks in my current rotation of music.
Blunderbuss is the debut solo album of Jack White of The White Stripes. Compared to The White Stripes this album contains more traditional blues (rock). As one critic wrote: "an entertaining rollercoaster of a listen".
Jack white is awesome!
This is one talented motherfucker.
Yesterday was The White Stripes, today is more Jack White. I’m not complaining, I like most everything Jack’s been a part of. This album is no different. Great instrumentation, vocals, production, and songs. Not as good as he was with Meg, but stijl solid. 4/5
Simple, amazing
wow haven't listened much to Jack White. Enjoyed this one.
Gear: DCA ÆON 2 Noire Artwork: 🟦 Mix: braucht enorm Saft wegen durchweg frustrierend magerer Dynamik 😔; "Freedom At 21" mit vielen Mix-Albernheiten; detailreiche Würdigung jedes einzelnen Instruments mit besonders verblüffenden Piano-Parts in "Hypocritical Kiss", "Weep Themselves To Sleep" und "Trash Tongue Talker" Musik: einfach eine Wohlfüh-Blues Rock-Folk-Country Soul-Platte. "Sixteen Saltines" ballert halt; "Love Interruption" ewig-wunderbarer Ohrwurm Wertung: 🟦🟦🟦🟦/5
I like Jack White's style! I like when he focuses on guitar riffs or strong beats, interspersed with quick or emphatic vocals. Take Me With You When You Go is a good example of this. Icky Thump another example from the White Stripes catalogue. I cruised through this album and enjoyed the ride, it was over too soon.
I like Jack White in most of his incarnations. This is a slickly produced record that retains at least some of the grit.
It's not as good as The White Stripes, it's missing Meg driving the song forward with her "interesting" approach to drumming. But it's bluesy and dirty, and my toe is still tapping. Jack White can play a guitar and I'll gladly listen to this one again.
I’ve heard at least one album with Jack White on this journey already, as part of The White Stripes. This is his first solo album after the group’s breakup, and it becomes apparent that Jack had been greatly affected by not only his split from former bandmate Meg White but also his divorce from Karen Elson. Throughout a fair amount of these songs, Jack makes clear that he’s not that sympathetic of a character, showcasing in the lyrics how damaged his views on love became, and characterized by the female vocals supporting him. It’s not inherently bad on the surface, but it might be uncomfortable given how frequent he plays the “evil woman” tropes here. However, even if this album is lyrically difficult, the music is still pretty good. There’s solid guitar work, tight melodic compositions, and a fair amount of genre hopping between garage, blues, folk and even touches of hip hop done well to keep it varied. In particular, I enjoyed the rocking “Sixteen Saltines” that continued the bombast of past White Stripes hits, along with well done acoustic ballads like “Love Interruption” and the title track. Overall, Blunderbuss is a hard pill to swallow lyrically, but worth checking out.
Very musically interesting. Lots of different song ideas and very diverse range of sounds
Kind of fun. Low 4.
I fw it
Sixteen Saltines
Jack White just rocks. Easy as that. Never delved into his solo stuff before, but very familiar with his White Stripes and The Raconteurs. It was cool to hear this album and read about it as well. Definitely keeping it in the mix.
I really liked this one. It's essentially a modern take on the rock'n'roll genre, with a particular highlight on the rocking electric guitar and country-esque violin. There's a clear Beatles influence (particularly from their early career) and some similarities to the guitar and bass of Rush. Some nice soulful harmonies in the organs, guitars, and vocals, though I feel the vocals could be a little stronger. The vocals are a little goofy and pretentious most of the time as well, and the album isn't particularly cohesive. That being said, though, I was pretty engaged throughout the experience. There isn't a single bad track on here, and very few "middle-of-the-road" ones. It might be worth checking out the White Stripes after this. 4/5 Key tracks: Take Me With You When You Go, Sixteen Saltines, Blunderbuss, I'm Shakin', Love Interruption
It's a typical Jack White album. Keeping his regular good level.
Et album man bliver i godt humør af - ligesom The White Stribes :) De forskellige musikgenrer kommer godt til sin ret hver især, med gode forskellige instrumenter - klaveret er et af mine yndlings! Trommerne måtte gerne dominere lidt mere, men det er jo selvfølgelig ikke et The White Stribes album. Jack White har en fed stemme der passer til lidt af hvert. Et generelt velkomponeret og behageligt album. "On And On And On" må være mit favoritnummer på denne plade.
I've listen to The White Stripes, but never Jack White solo stuff - I'd listen to it again
7.5/10! This is pretty solid and I quite enjoyed it. Some songs I liked a lot and I had fun with the rest! I loved the bluesy rock and a lot of the interesting and creative choices made musically. It's also lyrically so profound and poignant, especially surrounding the topic of death. Great listen!
Polished White Stripes
I really enjoyed this as a first impression. It feels like an album that the more I listen to it the more I’ll appreciate it. Loved the beat of Take Me With You When You Go, gave me Take Five vibes which I feel was intentional
I would say it's definitely on par with the other White Stripes albums I've had on the list. Jack seems to have a very acute knack for catchy songwriting and riffs and always delivers quite a bit of variation throughout his records which I appreciate. I'll file it under albums I could come back to if I need something random to listen to. 7/10
It's really good, I hadn't listened to it before and will probably go back to it now!
Never heard the album before. Great rock and blues album, a good amount of experimentation and stylistic variety but never sounds disjointed or out of place. I'm really impressed. "I won't let love disrupt, corrupt or interrupt me"
Really enjoyed this. Will be listening to it again.
Very experimental for a rock album. Love the jazz influences, especially on I Guess I Should Go to Sleep.
Jack never fails to deliver.
There’s a great deal to like here, cool melodies in abundance, a few ferocious hooks, and less of the DIY fundamentalism of some WS records, though maybe it's slightly overdetermined (characteristically so). Maybe slightly too frolicsome (see “Go Back to Sleep”) for its own good, with the nods toward doo-wopy blues and ragtime and the too-many vaguely proggy mood shifts and overwrought structures. but there’s less of the trying-too-hard effect and look-how-retro-rootsy-we-can-be vibe of the WS records. “On and On and On” is great and “Hypocritical Kisses” and “Love Interruption” and the opener nearly as good. Funny that the title cut is just about the subtlest.
Never listened to any Jack White outside of the White Stripes before. And there it is again: the energetic White Stripes- sound. 🎸🥁 🎹 But it has widened and developed. Not reduced and pure any more. Much more diversified and even more listenable. No fails. Probably a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ album but therefor I need a few more listens. Favourite: "Sixteen Saltines", "Weep Themselves To Sleep", "Take Me With You When You Go"
O álbum de estreia do Jack White traz muitos dos elementos que ele já mostrava interesse durante sua fase do White Stripes e até mesmo do The Racounteurs, como uma certa experimentação com a guitarra, letras ambiciosas e uma clara inspiração no blues e folk adaptados a sua maneira. Não é como se tivesse algum ponto extremamente negativo nesse projeto, mas não me parece um trabalho extremamente inovador ou que consegue surpreender, mesmo que em toda faixa tenha alguma surpresa, ao menos ele soa bem nos meus ouvidos e, apesar de naquela época o Jack White já ser um dos nomes mais consolidados do Rock alternativo contemporâneo, querendo ou não como debut solo é quase como um recomeço para ele, e nesse sentido ele parece ter apostado seguro para fazer apenas um bom álbum.
Great music. I’ve only know jack from white stripes, but his solo stuff is very good.
I think what you get with Jack White is always going to be something that is at least going to be interesting. This was a solid outing and I really enjoyed it.
Honestly the best record we’ve had so far, other than zeppelin. Sixteen saltines may be a new fave.
Jack listens to big stack of 78rpm records. ‘Yep. I can do that.’
Good
Piano/Rock/Orgel
More complex arrangements
This was surprisingly good!
This just rocks
Jack White's talent is taking the simplest riffs and exploring all the possibilities of them. Here he works more on song structure and studio execution than the White Stripes' more blatant guitar-based anthemic crunchiness. This is a little bit more wordy than the White Stripes or even the Raconteurs, more thoughtful, and a little more obtuse for me. There's a strange flow to it, though, not BAD per se, just a bit stream-of-consciousness. Feels like we Jack White is going down a different road musically at the end of the album than where we started. It's not disappointing, but it is a goodbye to the earlier simpler grittier garagier (garage-ier?) work into the more backwoods idioms that he ventures into later. Can't wait to see how he changes in another 10 years.
Kaikki White stripesit ja Whitet taitaa olla tällä listalla… toisaalta syystä kai, koska tää ainakin on tasasen kova levy! Nytkyn mukana. Miten sama kaava voi toimia albumista toiseen? Jos se kuulostaa hyvältä mun korvaan, niin kyllä.
7.5/10 , easy listening
Erg vet, paar bangers, maar werd op gegeven moment wel iets minder cool
I liked it, but it wasn't anything memorable. I would listen to it again, thought. 3.5 rounded up.
Such a great musician Jack White. This album is a fantastic blend of Indierock, grunge and blues. Love it.
Sounds like Jack has had some damaged, painful relationships. I’m Shakin’ is the best song but all songs are good, no filler. This is a well put together album (3.9*s)
Jack White has always been an artist where I don't know much of his discography (especially post White Stripes) but every time I hear something by him I'm interested. Blunderbuss is yet another positive example. At some point I need to do a deep dive on his career because the more I'm exposed to him the more I realize how talented he is. Blunderbuss is a great record for his solo debut post-Stripes. Solid all the way through with a couple of songs that I will come back to in the future. Jack White has to be one of the most creative artists working over the past 20 years. He's great at weaving a unique sound into non-contemporary rock. As a 2012 album is this the latest entry in the 1001? 3.87 stars
Enjoyable album. Some songs sound like average White Stripes songs, but he also plays with a few other styles, that work out well. Stand out song I'm Shakin'
Blunderbuss is the debut solo studio album by Jack White, originally released in 2012. I had originally only known Jack White's work with his band The White Stripes. This is the first time I'm listening to any of his solo work. This record is definitely more along the roots rock/blues rock vein which was a surprise to me. I was used to his garage rock revival sound with White Stripes. He also seamlessly blends some folk and country elements in here as well. I love the juxtaposition between songs like the hard-rocking "Sixteen Saltines" and the folky ballad "Love Interruption". I can also hear how influential Jack White is to some modern groups. For example, the closing track "Take Me with You When You Go" reminds me of King Gizzard, specifically Ambrose Kenny Smith. It even sounds like it could be a Murlocs song. Overall I really enjoyed this listen.
I don't love it like his White Stripes stuff but it's a solid album and you have to give him credit for branching out and adding more genres into his songs. 3.5 rounding up
Know a bunch of these songs will have to give this a re-listen
White is an endless fountain of creativity; this album proves that. Although the songs are not rooted in guitar—as the common listener could expect from Jack—the tracklist is a genuine representation of his identity and artistry. It is not hard listening at all; before you notice, it is done. Now, I can't be sure about its influence. Maybe more transcendental things were happening in 2012? Anyways, 3.5/5
Really great!
As a noted Jack White hater, I stand correct. Sixteen Saltines...
My first time listening to this guy. Pretty good, unique sound though his voice annoys me on some tracks
pretty good. Sounds like the latter white stripes stuff
This is pretty awesome and not exactly what I expected. "16 saltines" has a heavier guitar riff that is sweet and some cool overlapped vocals, "freedom at 21" also has a strong riff and little solo. Then "Love interruption" strips backs a little more and focuses on an acoustic guitar and piano. The rest of the album a bluesy piano leads the way more than guitar in a lot of the songs which was the unexpected part for me. I really enjoyed "Hip (Eponymous) Poor Boy" it was very catchy. Overall super enjoyable and surprising throughout
Jack White lainannut Dressman urkuja alemmalta levyltä. Muutenkin vähän samaa henkeä. Hyvää modernia rockia vanhalla twistillä. Parhaat: Sixteen Saltines, Blunderbuss, Take Me With You When You Go
I ran this 2X this weekend and I appreciated it much more the second time around. I love the blend of multiple styles- blues, rock, ragtime, country, folk, and I even think I heard a smidge of jazz. It really highlights White’s musical knowledge and creativity. Interesting the way he chose to use hired guns to maintain creative control. I love that it seemed to feature the piano more and was accented by guitar work. I went in to the second listen at a 3-3.5, I landed at a 4.25/5
When this album arrived 12 years ago I did not give it its fair share. Most likely because I was still somewhat narrow mindedly thinking Jack was only a one-trick White Stripes pony. Re-listening to this now confirms how wrong I was. The stylistic variety and genre bending really shows how he spread his wings after the Stripes and is enough to rate this high for me. Add to that the old school production of only using an 8-track recorder, really allowed some space and air to exist in the songs while also showing that with so few tracks available the players really had to be well-rehearsed. A very cool listen this time around and one I will for sure be routinely revisiting.
It’s almost like Jack didn’t even need Meg to make albums!
Fun fact about Jack White, he can name any Beatles song after hearing less that a second. Quite impressive. Turns out I probably haven’t been giving him enough of my listening attention. A solid showing.
Sometimes JW's stuff feels a little overproduced to me... I'm not sure if that is a fair criticism or really even makes sense. That said, you can't deny his licks and variety of genres he's able to tap into for a very well rounded album. I still prefer his time with the White Stripes, but there is enough here to round up to 4*. 3.5/4
The White Stripes albums on the list sounded a bit less fresh to me these dayd than I had expected, but thid Jack White solo album which I do not care too much about at the time turned out to be much better, with songwriting that matches the best White Stripes songs, (still a little too inconsistent overall for five stars)
Captivating song material of comparable quality to the White Stripes.
A bit much of the same old jack white vocal tropes here. Still an incredible album with a throwback sound. Extremely raw, and great song writing at play here
Good rock album with a variety of feels and sounds. One of Jack's best.
No blunders. Just bussin. Solid rock album.
Interesting this is our first Jack White album instead of something from the White Stripes. I've been a fan of both for a long time. I didn't realize this was his first solo album. I don't think I've ever taken a good close look at the vulture on his shoulder either. I've never listened to this all the way through but I've been listening to "Sixteen Saltines", "Freedom at 21", and "I'm Shakin'" since high school, all bangers. The electric piano on the opener shreds. I like the slide guitar on the title track too. I learned that "I'm Shakin'" is a cover just last week when I heard the original version by Little Willie John on this internet radio station I like. I thoroughly enjoyed this. Not every song is straight fire but it's still a quality rock album. I've been sleeping on it all this time.
Listened in the car but listened again at work. Jack has a great style. I like the grit in his mic. Enjoyed most songs. Top songs: Missing pieces Sixteen saltines Weep themselves to sleep
Blunderbuss was a bit of an eye-opener to me when it first came out, in that I saw that music was changing right in front of my ears. Alt and pop punk were falling out of flavor in favor of more indie sounds, and a growing number of artists were sounding like Jack White (and by extension, The White Stripes) and less like.... Franz Ferdinand or My Chemical Romance. Add that to the fact that I turned 18 a few weeks before this record came out - all the signs of growing up, I guess? I enjoyed the album though, particularly the back half where he took more influences from other genres. It's very creative all in all, which is to be expected with Jack White. Standouts are Sixteen Saltines, I'm Shakin', and Hip (Eponymous) Poor Boy.
"Love Interruption" is one of the songs of all time. Hell yeah man, I also want love to murder my own mother! (this is a joke, I love you mommy)
Lennon without McCartney. And vice versa. Which means it's still great. It's just not the White Stripes. Look no further for proof of how essential Meg White was to the magic. I still love this. I just miss that drummer girl.
Rating: 8/10 Great album overall. Really enjoyed the mix of rock, blues, and jazz. The songwriting and style of this album is different enough from the White Stripes that it is definitely worth listening to. Favorite songs: Freedom At 21, Love Interruption, Weep Themselves To Sleep, I'm Shakin', Trash Tongue Talker, I Guess I Should Go To Sleep, On And On And On, Take Me With You When You Go. Worst song: Blunderbuss.
Solid album, easy on the ears. Standouts: the piano in Weep Themselves To Sleep, amazing the way it thunks. The light funk & blues of I'm Shaking.
Really fun and varied album. Playful and theatrical, pretty different from what I know if his White Stripes discography but still very suited to his voice.
Never listened to this before. It's Jack White for sure. It's not bad. Kind of a 3.5 for me I think
The best of his solo work is prevalent here. Interesting compositions, sturdy and wild guitars, Jacks signature vocals and of course unique songwriting. This is an album the one and only Mr. White could craft. Strange and beautiful all at once.
Jack white ha always been successful by creating his own style and not trying to be what people want. This album does just that and more. White is able to fully experiment and breakout his own style on this solo album and it shows the depth and precision at which he writes and plays music. Overall this is a solid album. Barely breaking the 4 star threshold as it has replay value and was a good transition into the 10s with harder alt rock sound. 7.8/10
White strips without meg. Good album
I liked it.
Pretty good.
I liked it. His voice and style are unmistakable, which is something today. It may slide off this list as newer talents emerge, but he is a credible artist. Seems to work hard at his musicianship and writing.
Pretty good. However, I've noticed that while every track is different, they all feel pretty similar towards the end. For an album on the shorter side, it's a little bit longwinded. I think it's because the tracks aren't super cohesive with each other. For something I just called longwinded, I don't think it's fatiguing to listen to. It seems like to me it's caused by frontloading the album with all of the serious bangers because the second half of the album feels lost. I think it's interesting how the songs start showing some folk and country as the album progresses. strong 7.5/10
It's always a pleasure to hear that.
plenty of solid songs in here, but some of the slower and more bluesy songs just didn't click for me. the riffs and patterns are excellent
solid album
Very enjoyable. I like the striped back nature of Jack White's performances.
Wasn’t sure what to think of it at first but after a couple listens (god bless short albums), it really started to click with. Like the bastard child of Zep and McCartney.
Great album. Definitely would relisten to
Jack White channeling his inner Robert Plant.
Typical jack bluesy rock goodness
I’d listen again
Who would’ve thought a whiteboy would bring the blues back
4.5 This one took a few listens to grow on me as I felt irrational loyalty to the White Stripes, but this is pretty unquestionably just as good if not better. Sixteen Saltines, Freedom At 21, I'm Shakin' (admittedly a cover), and Trash Tongue Talker rip. The finish is a bit weaker but not a clunker to be found.
Ein rundum gelungenes Album von Jack White. Seine Stimme ist genauso speziell wie seine Kompositionen, die sich schnell unvergesslich ins Ohr nisten. Die ersten 6 Nummern sind fantastisch, besonders sticht heraus der Titeltrack und Missing Pieces. Love Interruption ist ein wunderbares Duett. Gelungen
sounds to me like typical 2010s sounds of college rock...mixed with blues i really like the piano parts. feel like i will go back to this album, it grows on me
I thought this was as good or better than the white stripes albums. These guys must love jack white. I think I’ve listened to 70 albums and 3 of them have been his.
an upbeat modern take on blues rock. quality from start to finish, don’t miss this one. highlights: “sixteen saltines”, “weep themselves to sleep”, “i’m shakin’ “
Pretty good.
Not as charming as peak white stripes, but still incredibly interesting and powerful rock. Loved the way typical songs were structured in unexpected ways.
this was an album i was pretty into when it came out but i haven't listened to it in quite a while now. listening to it now, it feels like an old friend, but also not anything crazy here. i think a lot of it just sounds like "music jack white would make" and doesn't stray too far from that - there are some unique flourishes here (some woodwinds etc.) but it still kind of sounds like all the music he's ever made. the standout here for me is "sixteen saltines" but, once again, this feels like a white stripes song. and i'm not complaining, i quite like jack white's style and production/sound, but i don't know if this is anything more special than any of his other work, especially in the sense of "i have to hear this before i die"
Very nice listening
Sounds kinda like if Mick Jagger blew up in the 2010s
Not a bad record but also not his best. I wonder who suggested to put it up here.
What an amazing guitarist. He’s up there with the greats!
I'm Shakin'. Exmiembro de White Stripes.
This feels like Jack White unleashed himself
Noch einmal hörbarer Blues Rock.
Quality album in all respects!
Flott rokk eins og við var að búast., fullt af góðum lögum. Var sérstaklega hrifinn Missing pieces í þessari hlustun og svo er Im shakin eins klassískt Jack White rokk og það gerist.
I've had this album for a decade, but it's not one I spin up in its entirety very often since I think it's uneven. The good tracks are really good, and they're all unique, so this is pretty good overall.
Never actually listened to this before. Very Nice - enjoyable and unique. 4 stars
I enjoyed this when it was new, and again now. Not an all-time great in my book, but Jack's influence on music of this era is undeniable.
Pretty decent. Not fantastic, but better than expected
Listened Before? N Good album! Jack White is probably one of the most recognizable and consistent modern alternative artists. I like his stuff. The simplicity of his songs is both the main draw and the main drawback, but I'm not tired of this one yet and I plan on keeping it fresh by not listening too often. Added to Library? N Songs added to playlist: Sixteen Saltines
Jack's second best solo album IMO, behind Lazaretto. I like his solo work because it is a bit off the wall compared to his bands. Can be really interesting even if it doesn't always hit the mark.
Pretty cool
Favorite Track: Hip (Eponymous) Poor Boy Sixtine Saltines I’m Shakin’
Que lindo siempre encontrarse a Jacksito y sus riffs rabiosísimos.
Awesome tunes to come back every once in a while!
I liked it a lot!!
Banger tracks
I loved this album when it came out, but I hadn't listened to it in awhile. I enjoyed revisiting these songs.
Jammin
I've listened to Jack White before and not understood why he's so highly regarded as an artist, but this album made me think, hmm, I kinda get it.
A solid rock and roll album by Jack. I liked every song. There was enough variation and added texture to make it not seem monotonous or repetitive, but still felt like Jack White all the way through.
Best thing this guy ever did was leave the shitty White Stripes; the worst he's done beyond them is better than the best of the Stripes - this definitely included. This is my first taste of his solo album - more keyboards! I especially like the Rhodes piano right off the bat in "Missing Pieces" and the piano in "Weep Themselves To Sleep" - it's in part due to this instrumentation that catches my ear. The only negative is that a few songs tend to run together. On the other hand, there's not a bad cut in the collection. Might have to add this to the rotation - it's not super-complicated rock but definitely huge steps above almost all other modern rock; the album has a warm sound that comes across as organic and like an actual band. Nice surprise. 7/10 4 stars
Yea, this was pretty good
Very solid. Some very interesting piano and guitar work. Elements of rock, blues, jazz, and even ragtime. Quite varied. Jack's vocals get a bit piercing at times. Very few misses, but there are some. Not a big fan of I'm Shakin' or Take Me With You When You Go. Standout tracks: Sixteen Saltines, Weep Themselves to Sleep
I put this one off for a while upon release cause it just wasn’t The White Stripes. It’s got some rippers. Really cool guitar tones sometimes it sounds like Jack is trying to be himself, but also Bob Dylan and the Beastie Boys. A lot of killer, some filler. I could see a 3/10 on the booty shakability.
I like this album a lot. Much better than the albums that followed.
Just a cool rock album.
Saw Jack White headline a festival a few years ago - was a surprisingly good show, much better than I was expecting. Debut album is a blast - superb guitar work (and sonically fantastic, love that tone he gets). Not all the songs hit the mark but a winner overall.
Liked it over all - Would listen again. Drums sound off in "Freedom at 21"
Inspiration for Yuno Miles
Solid indie-ish album from the White Stripes frontman. Not a single bad song. Creatively blends neighboring genres.
Still feels pretty White Stripey - but with more of a roots rock focus. Back up girl singers, lots of clangy pianos. A fun listen on a Saturday night.
Took a while but I finally got another album I'd heard before. I think it's only been 2 now, which is honestly amazing. Anyway, this was better than I remembered it being, and I remembered it being very good. It really feels like a White Stripes album if their sound was bigger. Maybe that's what he was going for, maybe that's a product of it being released just a year after the band officially broke. Regardless, it's really cool to hear what he could do with a bigger production. The sound of this album is unmistakably Jack White. Gritty, flashy, clever riffs, his signature snarl and sarcasm with a little bit of tongue in cheek humor. He's great at what he does and always has been. I do think his stuff with collaborators is ultimately better (White Stripes and The Raconteurs, namely), but he still produces quality stuff by himself. I do think it goes on a little long, though. There are some songs that could've either been saved for another album, or else cut entirely and released as B-sides. It's definitely top heavy too, with the first half being better than the second. Maybe this was a George Harrison "All Things Must Pass" situation where he dumped a lot of the stuff he'd been working on that wasn't fit for the White Stripes onto here once he had the freedom. I dunno. Anyway, 4 stars. Standout tracks: Missing Pieces, Sixteen Saltines, Freedom at 21, Love Interruption, Hypocritical Kiss, Weep Themselves to Sleep, I'm Shakin', Trash Tongue Talker
For this list I've reviewed two albums from Jack White's band The White Stripes, and I generally like White's work. I've heard a few tracks from Jack's other work, including (I think) the title track from Blunderbuss and "Hip (Eponymous) Poor Boy". I liked both of those tracks and "I'm Shakin'" and "Love Interruption". I liked the link back to old gospel in "Love Interruption" and links to blues on this album. There wasn't anything I didn't like, and I could come back for a second listen.
Fuck Yeah! Justo venia escuchando a Jack estos días. Un álbum bastante rockero y con las sonoridades extrañas que le dan su toque indiscutible. Uno de los mejores dentro de su discografía.
Enjoyed this quite a lot, can't remember specifics now since I listened yesterday
Previously rated: The White Stripes - Get Behind Me Satan (4/5) *************************************************** I guess I'm a Jack White fan now. I listened to this twice. Great organ/piano playing, drums, a variety of genres. The only thing holding it back for me, and just a bit, is the vocals, especially the distortion. But when he has backup singers singing too, it sounds good. I loved the final track, Take Me With You When You Go. Also enjoyed I'm Shakin' and Hip Poor Boy, but the whole album is pretty solid, maybe a 5/5 if I listen some more.
First, thanks to Pawn Stars for knowing what a blunderbuss is/was. My first time listening to Jack White outside a couple White Stripes songs and this may be my surprise listen of 2024. I was very impressed with the variety of sounds and styles off the album. Guitar rock, blues, some country rock and the heavy piano thrown in there halfway through was unexpected, but surprise highlight for me. I really enjoyed this album from beginning to end. I will definitely revisit this album and will be checking more out this guy's stuff. It was fun listening at work, it was fun listening when working out and I can't wait to listen when it's warm enough to sit on the back deck, baking down and watching the sun settle into the night. A few of my favorites, Sixteen Saltines, Missing Pieces, Trash Tongue Talker and I'm Shakin. Again, I really enjoyed most of the album and will be downloading a good portion. Shout out to Emily who has stated she thought I would enjoy this guy if I gave a listen. I listened and I enjoyed very much. 4
Musically, this is pretty good. But I’m not a fan of Jack White’s singing voice. It seems like a cross between Cheech Marin on “Earache My Eye” and the guy from Red Hot Chili Peppers. Which is not (IMHO) a good thing. But again, musically it it good. The songwriting is solid, the sound is good, nice variations in instrumentation and tone. There’s a lot of very nice piano scattered around. As the album progresses, I’m floating around between 3 and 4. But the further this goes the more I lean 4. Definitely will need to listen again. 4/5
Well put together. Jack really shows off his ability to write and produce amazing music.
Strong opening (tracks 1 to 7), drops off in the middle (8 to 11) and a nice close out (12 & 13). When it’s good it’s absolutely brilliant - all energy and craziness, and some thoughtful storytelling. I love the mix of instruments on here and a great guest appearance by Karen Elson. A low 4. Prefer his work as ‘The Raconteurs’, especially ‘Help Us Stranger’…one of my favourite albums of the last 10 years.
Love Jack White!
Very solid.
Pretty solid
As i guitarist its fun to listen to popy guitar based music, and see it work And this works. I liked it 3.5
Obviously heard of Jack white and had already received his white stripes album here, it was nice expecting same vibe here. Fuck I just saw the crow in the cover, even better it became. First song, judge me all you want, I like this kind of songs, it's full and it's almost rapping. Only thing I don't find really fun is this guitar riffs(not sure about the name) it's fine just sometimes overused. I like the instrumental break. Outro is without any beat or instrument, but he sings a little, at the very end guitar comes and goes quickly. I'd say with my new grading system, 8.8/10. Second song, yes this is "noise" for some, but I low key like this, rock isn't even my favourite genre, but this kinda songs are just differently good, especially with jack. It was a short, but outro was quite good and full. Not better than the first one so 8.4/10 Third song, I like his fast singing. Guitar is always good here. I want his voice more tho. There is this adlib like thing he does when he starts the verse, which I love. Progressive and weird instrumental break. He sings then smth else sings back in (). Not better than the last one so 8.1/10, still the vibe was great. Fourth song, it's slow for now, but I hear progressing guitar. Songs are mostly about love, I think. It's slightly bad without the fullness that songs before had, but still doing it's job. I was wrong about the progressiveness, it is slightly doing that, however, not exactly. There was a woman voice joined, kinda unique, but not from jack. 7.6/10. 5th song, this one's slower. I'd call this one "noise" it's too basic. Thing is first two songs had this vibe that is good in every song, while to me slow ones need some more work to be considered well. I like the outro instrumental, ruined by his vocals sadly. 7.4/10. 6th song, I like the name tbh. Apparently there is two POVs here, funn. Noone knows who the song is about. Smn said to read the verses vice versa, and they make sense that way more. I loved the concept of this song, soo I guess 8/10 for that, plus it wasn't annoyingly slow. 7th song, fast start, with them instruments. Apparently this song is about how free Jay z and Kanye are at expressing themselves, which jack lacks of. I mean it's 2012 and I'm not surprised though I dunno what made him write this song exactly. I like the piano before the lyrics start. The guitar screeching started. Mm not bad, 7.8/10, not unique or catchy enough. 8th song, he's louder here, especially in the headphones. The choir and the clapping is amazing here, plus now the guitar and this thing in my right ear beating. Woow that instrumental break at exactly half time passed. Oh the woman sang a little, these choir really ate with the coming ins. This was energetic and different, 8.9/10. 9th song, such a nice start, his singing not so much. Piano is magnificent. It's very classical rock vibed. Oh I love the instrumental break at 1:12, the fast piano is giving Chuck Berry. It came back, I really love itt. It got harder at the end. This was solid 8.5/10. 10th song, was slow now it's half full. Liking the instrument in my right ear, piano in the middle too. His voice is much better here, less scratched. He talks fast here, best thing he does on this album. Piano got faster in the background(or not). Quite easy listening, I'd say 8.3/10. 11th song, loving the start with the piano, it ended now it's just beats, and he started singing, I don't like it anymore. He sings too boringly sometimes, even though there is another guy singing same in my right ear with him. Now only he's singing, lasted short. Piano solo, messy one. Telling me to sleep, how considerate. 7.3/10, I wanted more. 12th song, long intro seems worth it, it's slowly using all the instruments. Satisfyingly slow it is. Background voiced he sings the chorus. Very relaxing, nothing is happening, not complaining though. His voice changed, and woman is joined in. Pause, Guitar slowly existing and he also slowly comes in, the beat came in, piano in the left, I was expecting smth apparently nothing, oh nevermindd it got low key hard at the end. It was better than the last one so 7.6/10. 13th song, Papa's pizzeria soundtrack like start tbh, I love it. This is one of the best because of that beat, oh it changed to jazzy one. It's so chill too. Such long instrumental break. Piano in the left ear, some instrument in my right ear, and electric guitar? His vocals have changed, old beat is gone. Women voice came now. Sounds like a totally different song. There was two songs here I think. Outro is progressive, fast and interesting plus both of their voices in sync, perfect ending I suppose. 9.1/10 definitely, because of the concept. Quite nice soundss I've heard today. This was not as different from other rock albums, but it had differentness and wasn't just annoying uninteresting noise. Basically 4 stars, I didn't expect any more or less.
This was great, thought I knew JW but really lively throughout 4/5
Not so bad.
As a huge Jack White fan, I was excited to see this album on this list. Blunderbuss is a great solo debut, capturing the many reasons of what makes Jack White one of greats of his time: killer guitar tone, old school feels, thoughtful lyrics. Some magic is missing from this album, especially when comparing it to Jack White’s work with the White Stripes and Raconteurs. Overall, 4/5. Favorite track: Take me with you when you go
Not too bad, a bit middle of the road but listenable
Im Stil der 70 Rock Klassiker, erinnert an Led Zeppelin und Supertramp
Love all things Jack White and love this album. Really diverse set of songs, ranging from a more garage rock sound that we know and love from The White Stripes to more country inspired tracks. Lots of really catchy melodies all over the record. I think I'm only giving it 4 stars instead of 5 so that I have room for higher ratings on my more preferred Jack White projects/albums
I love how experimental and in your face all of his music is.
Album really shows of Jack's musical prowess beyond the simple catchy White Stripes era.
I was surprised it was as good as it was. Some really great tracks.
Muy buena música , gran variedad de notas que se complementan muy bien con su voz.
Abwechslungsreicher als erwartet
I like the White Stripes, and I REALLY like The Raconteurs, byr I'd never heard this album before. Needless to say, I liked it. There is no real standout track, but it's solid JackWhiteMusic from start to finish. Good album.
I liked this a lot more than when it was originally released. A pleasant surprise.
Good cronch. Made me want to listen to some Cage the Elephant after.
I never really "got" the White Stripes, so this was a pleasant surprise.
Very nice
Love interruption was pretty good
Nice and upbeat
For blue days
Definitely my favourite (solo) Jack White album. Teeters the line between folk and blues rock really well with a bit his signature garage-y twist. Really showcases Jack White's varied musical influences and his strong abilities. Fav Tracks: Sixteen Saltines, Love Interruption, I'm Shakin'
Ratings: 5: I will happily play this album anytime 4: I may occasionally play this album of my own free will 3: I will happily listen to this if someone plays it in the background 2: I will tolerate this if it is playing in the background 1: I will leave the room if someone plays this in the background
I’m genuinely thankful for the contributions that Jack White has made to rock music. I love just about everything he puts his hands on. Fun to revisit this album. Enjoyed it multiple times over the weekend. I’m not sure I can fully distinguish it from what he does with The White Stripes other than having more instrumentation. But maybe that’s what you need to do when your claim to fame is a two-piece. Loved the electric piano on this album. Solid through and through.
Very good. Blues. Rock. Great guitar riffs.
This is my first exposure to Jack White and am so impressed. Love the variety of styles- swing, jazz, rock,folk. Such talent!
Good Jack White album before he ventured into the overly "weird" side.
Such a well curated album. Not my typical listen, but great nonetheless.
Great, love this
Absolutely timeless album. It was totally new to me, and it could have released in '92 or '02 and I wouldn't have known the difference. Top of my "to buy" vinyl list.
I've never given Jack White a fair chance, and have never really listened to the White Stripes outside of the hits. While this album doesn't feel evergreen to me, there's a few songs on here I can see myself coming back to. It's a fun project, and I'm definitely interested in exploring more of his/White Stripes as a whole.
This is one of those albums that is just so incredibly well rounded I don't see how anyone could genuinely dislike it. Jack White is the master of his own style and blends so much shit so goddamn well. It feels more like a proof of talent for White rather than something a little more thematically focused like he had done with the Stripes. Nonetheless, it's still really incredible and is definitely added to my purchase list. Highlights for me here are Sixteen Saltines, Blunderbuss, Weep Themselves to Sleep, I'm Shakin', and Take Me With You When You Go.
Good album
i think i prefer his work with the white stripes, but still great. the album starts much stronger than it ends (or maybe i enjoy these alone rather than a whole albums worth in a go). songs like sixteen saltines are very nice, i like his more rhythmic singing in it combined with great riffs.
I always love when artists try to expand/branch out from what they’re most popular for even if it means losing some of that popularity. This won’t be remembered the same way that elephant is but it’s just as worthy of recognition in its own way even if I personally liked white stripes music slightly more. Jack took some of his white stripes sounds and made it funky and bluesy which I think worked really well. I’m shakin was probably my favorite track and sixteen saltines was also a standout.
Jack White’s first album after the break up of the White Stripes continues his unique brand of Detroit garage and DIY rock. Sonically this album runs the gamut from overdriven and fuzzy guitars, organs, and some slide guitar. Once again White shows that he is not only familiar with music history, he is capable of folding his influences into his signature style. While this album isn’t as good as the best of the White Stripes, it still holds its own against his recorded output.
Love the Blues and rock baseline for this album and after that, how experimental and complex some songs can get.
I waffled back and forth between a 3-star and a 4-star rating for this one. And I'm still not sure if I chose correctly. On the one hand, Jack White's weirdness is really off-putting at times. But, on the other hand, the grooves and production are just SO GOOD. Like... insanely good. I don't know how to feel about the album as a whole. But... I think I really liked it. Mostly. I think.
Iconic, love this album!!
* Sixteen Saltines - this is a fucking BOP let's go!!! I actually added a ton of these songs to my Liked Songs playlist so that alone shows me I really enjoyed this album. Must be a Detroit thing. :)
Holds up pretty well, but not Jack’s best. 3.5/5
Solo jack white is great. Was suprised at how much I liked some songs. Deserves a 4
Blues rock. Es el de The White Stripes. Un 4.
bom album, rockzao consistente
It is the first time I listen to jack white solo. - blues/rock - really great sound mix
This guy sounds just like the guy from the White Stripes
Really great blues rock. I like just about everything Jack White makes. This record was much more varied in style than I thought it would be. Favorite songs are Sixteen Saltines, Weep Themselves To Sleep, and his version of I’m Shakin’.
I liked this one. Would listen again.
An enjoyable album, would listen to it again.
8.5/10
Raw drivng Rock
I wasn’t in the mood for this at first and was going to give it a 3, but it has charm and is well-made. I probably wouldn’t be inclined to listen to the whole album again, though it’s fun in smaller doses. 3.5 rounded up.
Great rock with bluesy undertones. "Weep themselves asleep" is the clear favourite
I know I haven't listened to enough of Jack White's music because whenever I do, I like it. This is a very good album. I know it's his debut album but there's already a maturity and intelligence to his work and a dark ironic sense of humor. He's a superb multi-instrumentalist and I honestly think he's one of the best guitarists out there.
I forgot how good his solo debut was...
Great album! Found myself really liking a lot of the songs and wanting to go back and listen. There is one cheeseball piano song that sounds like a 1950’ s song that made me roll my eyes but all in all, loved this one.
Brilliant! Good sound. The White Stripes were always Jack White. This is my first time listening to the album... didn't actually know any of the songs. Standouts: Sixteen Saltines, Missing Pieces, Freedom at 21, Love Interruption, I'm Shakin', Hip (Eponymous) Poor Boy, Others: Blunderbuss, Hypocritical Kiss, I Guess I Should Go to Sleep, On and On and On, Machine Gun Silhouette. Rating: 4/5
Very well-produced and unique album. The only reason it gets four stars is because it’s not a style of music I usually listen to so I don’t know that I’ll revisit it anytime soon.
Released in 2012, "Blunderbuss" marks Jack White's debut solo album after the dissolution of The White Stripes and his various other musical ventures. The album encapsulates the multifaceted nature of White's musical prowess, showcasing his skills as a songwriter, musician, and producer. Lyrics: The lyrical content of "Blunderbuss" delves into themes of love, heartbreak, and introspection. White's lyrical approach is both poetic and introspective, revealing a vulnerability not as prominently seen in his previous works. The album's opener, "Missing Pieces," sets the tone with enigmatic lyrics that invite listeners to piece together the complexities of relationships. In "Love Interruption," White explores the paradoxes of love, addressing its beauty and destructive potential. Throughout the album, his lyrics are a blend of raw emotion and clever wordplay, contributing to the album's depth. Pros: Poetic Depth: White's lyrical prowess shines, showcasing a newfound emotional depth. Variety in Themes: The album explores a range of emotions, adding a layer of complexity to the overall narrative. Cons: Occasional Ambiguity: Some may find the abstract nature of certain lyrics a bit challenging to interpret. Music: "Blunderbuss" is a sonic kaleidoscope, weaving through various genres with White's signature blues-rock at its core. The album features a diverse array of instruments, including piano, fiddles, and steel guitars. White's guitar work is as virtuosic as ever, and his ability to seamlessly blend genres, evident in tracks like "Sixteen Saltines" and "Freedom at 21," showcases his musical dexterity. The music is both energetic and contemplative, providing a dynamic listening experience. Pros: Genre Fusion: The album masterfully blends blues, rock, and folk, showcasing White's versatility. Instrumentation: The diverse instrumentation adds layers to the sound, creating a rich auditory experience. Cons: Lack of Cohesion for Some Listeners: The eclectic nature of the music might be disorienting for those seeking a more cohesive sonic journey. Production: As the sole producer of the album, Jack White maintains a raw and authentic sound reminiscent of his earlier work. The analog recording process imparts a warmth and organic quality to the tracks. The production emphasizes the live feel, capturing the essence of each performance. White's decision to record in various studios contributes to the album's sonic diversity while maintaining a cohesive overall sound. Pros: Authenticity: The production preserves the genuine, unpolished essence of White's musical expression. Dynamic Soundscapes: The use of different studios enhances the sonic diversity, making each track a unique experience. Cons: Intentional Roughness: Some listeners may find the intentional rawness of the production less polished compared to contemporary studio-perfected albums. Themes: "Blunderbuss" grapples with themes of love, heartache, and self-discovery. White's exploration of these themes is nuanced, delving into the intricacies of human relationships. The album serves as a canvas for White to paint his emotional landscape, with each track contributing a different hue. From the introspective "Blunderbuss" to the defiance in "I'm Shakin'," the thematic diversity adds layers to the listening experience. Pros: Emotional Range: The album covers a broad emotional spectrum, providing a comprehensive exploration of its themes. Personal Reflection: White's introspective approach offers listeners a glimpse into his personal journey. Cons: Potential Overload: The abundance of themes might overwhelm listeners seeking a more straightforward narrative. Influence: "Blunderbuss" showcases White's ability to evolve while staying true to his roots. The album undoubtedly draws inspiration from blues, rock, and folk traditions, yet it also marks a departure from The White Stripes' minimalist aesthetic. White's influence on subsequent artists is evident in the revival of interest in analog recording methods and a return to more organic musical styles. Pros: Innovative Fusion: White's fusion of genres and willingness to experiment paves the way for a new generation of musicians. Impact on Analog Resurgence: The album contributes to the resurgence of interest in analog recording methods. Cons: Expectations of Continuity: Some fans may have expected a more direct continuation of The White Stripes' sound, potentially finding the album's eclecticism surprising. In conclusion, "Blunderbuss" is a testament to Jack White's artistic evolution. The album's strengths lie in its lyrical depth, musical diversity, authentic production, thematic richness, and lasting influence. While its eclecticism may not resonate with everyone, the album stands as a bold and multifaceted expression of Jack White's musical identity.
Playing Catch Up on the Weekends. I've always like Jack White Stripes, but had never sat down to listen to a full album of either. I was also surprised to discover I didn't know any of these songs, even the singles. This reminds me a lot of when Panic at the Disco! was not a pop band. Their second album, Pretty Odd, experimented with different types of sound, as this one does. The bluesy Blunderbuss, the piano-heavy Hypothetical Kiss and Hip (Eponymous) Poor Boy were my favorites.
He is an amazing musician, and I Love the vibe. I have a slight resistance to the sound is all. so, 4