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THE REVIEW
It was to be expected. One cannot make the same album forever. U2 realized this after four albums, more or less like the White Stripes, the strangest band on earth in terms of lineup, with an almost unbearable weight after a masterpiece like "Elephant" and that bass/guitar riff that drove the world crazy and became the most famous guitar riff since "Smells Like A Teen Spirit". Jack and Meg therefore felt the need (duty?) to abandon the sparse rock 'n' roll, Stooges-esque, and the (slightly) unorthodox blues of their early albums and their masterpiece to try to renew themselves and not always be "those who play rock without the bass." In fact, to be honest, in this CD there is almost nothing of rock.
Perhaps only the first single "Blue Orchid", with its metallic riff à la ACDC - Led Zeppelin, the sparse, dirty, essential drumming, and the falsetto voice that indeed reminds of Robert Plant. "Blue Orchid", however, is the exception, not the rule. "Get Behind Me Satan" consists of a sound growth for the Detroit duo, growth that translates into the use of instruments like the marimba and shaker, and a repertoire made more of pop ballads (the splendid "Forever For Her (Is Over For Me)" and the very peculiar "Passive Manipulation"), of mournful blues ("Instinct Blues"), and of "dance" tracks, like "My Doorbell" and "The Daniel Twist", where you won't be able to help but move to the pseudo-funk rhythm that permeates them. There is even an incursion into country ("Little Ghost") and a Bowie-like song like "The Nurse". Ultimately, an album that will make those who loved the rock revitalized by the genius of these two guys frown a bit, but that will certainly gather new admirers. Peace.
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The White Stripes take a daring step away from their traditional rock sound in Get Behind Me Satan. The album features a mix of pop ballads, blues, and dance-inspired tracks, showcasing their musical growth. While fans of their earlier rock-driven style might be surprised, the album opens the door to new admirers. Highlights include 'Blue Orchid' and the unique mix of instruments like marimba and shaker.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
The White Stripes
The White Stripes were an American rock duo from Detroit, Michigan, formed by Jack White (guitar, vocals) and Meg White (drums, vocals). Known for a stripped-down, bass-free setup and a raw garage/blues approach, they rose to mainstream prominence in the early 2000s, with “Seven Nation Army” becoming their signature song.19 Reviews
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By mantaray
The desire to experiment is evident, as is the choice, for once, to sparingly use the distortion and to be lulled by acoustic sounds.
The subtle thread of melodic genius ties the tracks, the energy is palpable even in the slower ballads; the White Stripes are still themselves.
By High Voltage
"Just because there’s a bit less distortion on the guitars? Come on, let’s not kid ourselves."
"‘The Nurse’ is a creepy song, a psychedelic spectacle, which unfortunately, when performed live, is pathetic."
