The (Jack) White Stripes
By Victoria Sananikone, Assistant Editor
When asked who you believe are the most iconic music artists of all time, who pops into your mind? Common answers could range between those such as Led Zeppelin, to The Beatles, to Elton John, to Lady Gaga, to Kanye West (although if anyone chose the latter they would definitely fall under the label of being “uncultured”). An artist whose talent and influence on the history of music that is frequently overlooked would be Jack White, the former lead singer and guitarist of The White Stripes. The White Stripes was a two-man band, consisting of Jack White and his wife, Meg White, someone who’s influence is almost nonexistent compared to Jack’s.
Originally born Jack Gillis, he ended up taking his wife’s last name, White, and together they formed The W...