The White Stripes Icky Thump 12" early tracks like "Alien Days"

early tracks like "Alien Days" feel relatively straightforward

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and that shows off an almost angry intensity only hinted at on earlier releases

Although this dynamic collection isn't a radical departure from its predecessor (Artwork by Jamie Hewlett

The White Stripes Icky Thump 12" early tracks like "Alien Days"Following the arty explorations of its predecessor, GET BEHIND ME SATAN, ICKY THUMP finds everybody's favorite platinum selling, post modern garage rock duo returning to their bang and stomp rock & roll roots. The marimbas and pianos of the former are kicked to the curb in favor of the kind of Led Zeppelin in a trash can riffs on which Jack and Meg White built their cooler than ice reputation. There's an overwhelming sense of urgency and catharsis on