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Definitely the most varied album they've put out, Get Behind Me Satan is a giant musical leap forward for the White Stripes.
Throughout their previous four albums (all of which should be checked out) the White Stripes had adhered to a basic blues-rock
formula. It basically consisted of a triad of sounds; Jack White's vocals, his wailing on the guitar, and Meg White's incessant
drum pounding. Here, the duo introduces non-conventional rock band instruments (including the marimba, piano, and bells) which
continually work well throughout the album. In addition, they acknowledge more international influences (most notably Central
American) that have rarely been seen in any of The White Stripes' previous efforts. These changes have not taken away from
The White Stripes strength, but rather enhanced it. This album is a step in the right direction to the White Stripes being
able to show off their versatility to audiences. In addition, it further proves to the world that they are still one of the
most consistently successful bands of the 21st century.
Key Tracks:
Forever For Her (Is Over For Me)
Red Rain
I'm Lonely (But I Ain't That Lonely Yet)
Final Verdict: 9.3
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