People familiar with music over the last decade know all about Jack White. The guy is simply the most interesting person in the world of rock right now. There are so many things I admire about the guy that I don't even know where to begin. So, I will just toss it out there as it rolls into my head.
Jack White is the guy behind the White Stripes. This band has been his main vehicle over the years and was the brand he used most extensively. But he has also made awesome music with the Raconteurs, the Dead Weather, and now, as a solo act. How many guys put out so much awesome music under so many labels? Jack White is a machine.
I admire the fact that White is humble enough to collaborate with others on projects. He is selfless in this regard even opting to play drums in the Dead Weather over his absolutely amazing guitar playing. This guy does it all. He does keyboards, guitar, drums, and vocals. There is simply no instrument he can't play. He is also a fabulous songwriter. He is multitalented and prolific.
Jack White is also a DIY type and produces vinyl records on his Third Man label. He also has a visual impact in the way he dresses that defies categories. It is retro, punk, goth, grunge, or what have you all at the same time.
Jack White is quite simply the hardest working, most prolific, most talented, and humblest man on the music scene today. I am not a musician, but White is definitely someone I aspire to be like in my own creative endeavors. He is truly a musical hero.
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