Lazaretto
Jack White · 2014
39 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A raw, eclectic mix of blues-infused rock and experimental sounds that showcase Jack White's distinctive artistry.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lazaretto — The title track stands out with its driving rhythm and layered instrumentation, encapsulating the album's exploration of personal and societal themes.
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Would You Fight for My Love? — This track combines haunting lyrics with a compelling melody, showcasing White's ability to blend emotional depth with captivating songwriting.
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High Ball Stepper — Instrumental and psychedelic, this track highlights White's guitar prowess while offering an experimental departure from traditional song structures.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Lazaretto showcases Jack White's eclectic style with innovative structures and varied instrumentation.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features a driving beat and layered guitar riffs, setting a dynamic tone.
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and unexpected instrumental breaks.
- The use of varied instrumentation, including piano, horns, and slide guitar, creates distinct sonic textures across the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- vibrant energy for social settings
- eclectic sounds for curious listeners
- engaging narratives in each track
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek long, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2014, Lazaretto is Jack White's second solo album following his debut, Blunderbuss. At this point in his career, White was solidifying his status as a solo artist after the disbandment of The White Stripes and exploring new musical avenues while also embracing a DIY ethos in production.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Raconteurs· The Black Keys· Gary Clark Jr.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Three Women 3:57
- 2 Lazaretto 3:39
- 3 Temporary Ground 3:13
- 4 Would You Fight for My Love? 4:09
- 5 High Ball Stepper 3:52
- 6 Just One Drink 2:35
- 7 Alone in My Home 3:27
- 8 Entitlement 4:07
- 9 That Black Bat Licorice 3:50
- 10 I Think I Found the Culprit 3:49
- 11 Want and Able 2:36
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