Jack White: Cell Phone Ban and Backstage Rituals | It's Electric! | Apple Music

[@loadedgun28]

I think a lot of people forget that Lars is a massive music fan. I think that's why he is good interviewer as he is genuinely interested in the artist and what they have to say.

[@bobiaconiTV]

I am 100% THANKFUL for the phone in the bag! It was the most fulfilling concert experience I ever had. Criterion OKC 10/13/19 - AWESOME SHOW!

[@chriskeck3689]

Watching this on my phone at a Raconteurs show

[@ChopAndBrew]

LULZ.

[@kainnblack3002]

Chris Keck We watched the show with 100% no phones!!!

[@MK-wc7sy]

*Check mate*

[@leky7725]

madlad

[@Artstar2]

That is a great take on the cell policy. I initially thought he simply didn't want people recording the shows and posting them online. He actually wants the cell phones put away so the crowd isn't distracted and more focused so he can feed of their energy. I can respect that. As a fan in the crowd I hate when you are standing in general admission and there is a sea of people in front of you with their hands held up holding their I-Phone taking crappy shaky video that they will probably never look at again.

[@jeroenleeuwerke6585]

I never got the point of recording live shows with an inferior device like a mobile phone. The video looks like it has been recorded from miles away (E.G try to make a fancy picture of the moon with ur phone, it doesn't even come close to represent the thing u see) and the audio sounds like a tasmanian devil plugged in to a distortion pedal. All the above would be a non argument were it not that at most big gigs there are about a dozen professional camera operators and a heap of audio techs doing a very good job at recording the whole thingy. I'd rather experience/feel the vibe and actually enjoy the show instead of seeing it through my fuckall inch sized mobile phone screen.

[@girasolegiallo6927]

Jeroen Leeuwerke exactly, and why pay so much for a ticket to watch a it live through a tiny screen? Bloody annoying if you’re stuck behind someone doing it.

[@prettylittlepsycho-ev2ku]

I feel the same way. Why go to a concert that your so excited to go to and who you're seeing then all of a sudden you whip your stupid phone out. How in the he'll can you enjoy the concert when you most likely are having to spend all your time and energy the wrong way by concentrating on trying to get the best video. Hey why not just go their, keep the dam phone away and actually have a great time watching the band that you paid to see. I'm so done with everyone no matter what happens or goes on just takes their phone to take a video of whatever is happening even in serious situations. I'll just never get it. I don't care about my phone at all. The only reason I have one is bc I have a daughter so I need one for school calls, doctor's, ect. But other than that I might just come on you tube here and their to watch some video's or listen to some music and that's really it. And if you actually read this whole thing thank you for listening to my rant. 😉 Hope y'all have a great day...xoxo

[@krisfrederick5001]

I see it as a respect thing. Can you imagine everyone in the audience at a show in the 80's with those 2 foot long camcorders? No it would be effing ridiculous.

[@petet6851]

Amen

[@IwanttoliveinParis]

Lars' presumptive questions usually seem to get a "Yes" response. He's been there and done that so he's good at putting himself in his guest's position. Musicians' shoptalk. He's good at this.

[@anneglass8084]

I wanted to not like Lars but he’s a good listener, that’s incredibly rare. Good interview.

[@lanabanana68]

agreed,much respect for the way he lets Jack speak and doesn't interrupt,as MANY interviewers do.

[@XxStonedKillerxX]

Its because he respects Jack White

[@PolyQuasi]

Yeah. But then the toothpick

[@Valjean666dk]

Isn't disliking Lars like a stale meme?

[@BRNREK47]

Pretty much built a career on being a good listener

[@woodlymarcello2706]

Jack seems really relaxed in this interview. Great job by Lars. That’s what an interviewer needs to do.

[@Lyndanet]

Jack doesn’t seem that happy here

[@IkarusKalkbrenner]

It's just such a good idea to let two awesome musicians talk with each other as a radio show! Makes up so much more interesting conversations, because they ask different questions..

[@dougdevine5117]

2 Good musicians ? I only see jack white

[@cunningstunt69]

@@dougdevine5117 Lars is a huge part of the success of Metallica and he’s come up with legendary parts, he’s not the best drummer in the world but let’s not pretend like jack white is an amazing guitarist either. They’re both fantastic songwriters

[@jonnyBB3B]

Jack White= Underrated legend

[@corbananderson7060]

If you go to a live concert, being there watching a performer perform live is part of the engagement. He has every right to say respect this process and the fact that he's performing live and limit anything that distracts from this. I have nothing against taking a picture or a short live video to commemorate the moment but watch the performer and not your phone during the show. I wish more concerts and performers would do this.

[@CitiesAndColours]

As a photographer, having shot jack a few times on stage, I think all concerts should have the ‘3 song rule’ for fans like they do for us in the press pits. The first three songs you can take pictures after that. It’s a no go! You will be asked to leave. I think people do want a few shots on their phones to remember the night but for both the artist and the fans it can get in the way with really experiencing the show. Ideally no phones and enjoy the show! But at the bigger venues that would seem like nice compromise. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@DukesMusic84]

Saw Jack play in front of Madison Square Garden, just him and Meg. He is a fighter, man I tell ya. This kid can rock out for days.

[@andreaudet]

I went to a Jack White show during that tour. The phone ban was the best thing ever! 1: The crowd was way more into it 2: The band was way more into it 3: I wasn't distracted by dozens of screens in front of my face It was the best concert experience I've had in possibly the last 8-10 years for that reason alone. I wish every band did this.

[@debbienagy4241]

My daughter and I were at your Vancouver concert last night...we both said we realized we had a constant smile on our face the entire time! No cell phone felt weird but loved the freedom! Thank u for your musical genius, Jack White, won't be forgetting that performance anytime soon.

[@sheRaRa101]

We saw Jack in Santa Barbara, no cell phones and it was amazing. So good to just be present and enjoy the show and music. Keep on, love and peace.

[@jmar0519]

Saw Jack in Toronto at a no phone show and it was awesome. Strangers socializing and just enjoying the moment. Not to mention the added entertainment value of watching people try and find each other without their phones.

[@arthurrogers3088]

Audience--stage. energy feed back. Jack white!! Your carry so much Wisdom. Bravo on the last record it's fantastic. Artistic exploration.artistic expression.and artistic evolution. cheers

[@tymtsp]

Great interview. I love the no cell phone thing. I think it's amazing how Jack doesn't use setlists and I'm so glad he came up with the cell phone idea instead of resorting to setlists! He is preserving something beautiful. And to 4:55, yesss, always heavier ❤ and/or bluesier. Hoping he tours again soon.

[@derekkeenan9221]

I absolutely love how they shoot it all in black and white........it just adds something. I think this is the best format being that you have 2 musicians talking too each other, asking questions, etc!

[@whoopshey826]

lars has a podcast he does for free. How the world has changed.

[@777jones]

Puber T. Snatches maybe he has enough money now.

[@paulotonedef]

You have to pay for it if you want the whole thing, right?

[@sajjad4626]

you are so funny and original dude

[@temporarymomentary]

And he is damn good at it.

[@callmearmstrong]

The Irony is killing me, as is listening to him...moving on..

[@interpolagent9]

I'd love to see Jack White in concert. I love his music.

[@OwlKnight32]

Dude this was the best interview I’ve seen by far. Both sides were listening and relating to each other simultaneously. Good stuff.

[@deesandiego]

a real rock genius. very good talk

[@frantisekvtelensky820]

Lars is amazing in this job! Thx for sharing! :)

[@aavlijaner]

František Vtelenský :( listen to wtf podcast whit Jack white.. Just listen to wtf podcast Marc is phenomenal

[@shruggzdastr8-facedclown]

Methinks that was his native Danish slipping thru his command of English there.

[@jpoeste]

As long he stays away from drums!

[@mottahead6464]

He's always been a good talker. That's how he's been able to get away with being the worst drummer in the world up for so many years.

[@AZWings]

Love these conversations between peers. They're so much more real and honest than typical interviews by journalists.

[@scoldeddogproduction]

I saw Jack White in Seattle 2 weeks ago and it was great that everyone had their phones locked up. I wish he played the Moore or the Paramount but he still put on a phenomenal show. Jack White is really an artist and truly cares about music.

[@spudgrub1359]

I absolutely love the idea locking cell phones away during the concert!!

[@michaelstone5444]

Spudgrub13 i absolutely hate it

[@johnr328]

I kept reaching for my phone all night. And I didn't know what time it was.

[@buffyannesummers8216]

I went to the show on Wednesday night. It was awesome. I tried to smuggle my phone in. NOPE! Metal detectors and wands. But once you got inside and couldn't access the phone it was great. No one had a phone. Everyone was looking around. Visiting. Just chilling out and enjoying the evening.

[@thecrazychikz3]

It didn’t really make a difference. The audience still stood around not even nodding their heads. I was expecting the pit to be even a bit more lively but I guess people don’t have the energy to do much other than stand.

[@eeen4570]

Alejandra D Lol. The pit. At a Jack White show.

[@MaciejStrozniak]

Cell Phone Ban is a brilliant idea!

[@ianshapiro2761]

I went to the Houston show and loved every minute of not having a phone

[@TabethaAurochs]

I am so stoked to hear that... I don't know if this will become a thing or not but it's been KILLING MY VIBE at shows the past few years... I always wonder how the musicians feel, too - from legends playing at MSG to 300 ppl punk shows on the $7 lower stage at Black Cat in DC. I wish it was a thing... I love how Jack White explains it.

[@weirdsideelly3111]

At 7:34 jack said “you’re just there in that moment” lars was loving that😂i know lars was thinking “yes,living in that nanosecond”

[@gwendolyncarter5668]

EXCELLENT INTERVIEW ! People actually relating to one another! And as a vocalist myself, I can completely agree! As an artist and their audience this is so important. You do truly bounce back and forth off of each other, keeping that energy going. It is like the late great MJ used to say, it was near to a spiritual experience up their on stage, with all of his band, himself and the fans relating to one another in such a manner. VERY, Very smart idea on many levels ! I'm a very outgoing person , so I do personally try to make it a challenge to always get more eye contact, and conversation with the ppl around me in my day by day routine. Try to get them more engaged. Maybe I'm just old fashioned, but imho. If we don't work on this collectively, (with all the new tech hitting us left and right), eventually we will ALL suffer as a society. Our community will be dumbed down to emotionless walking around zombies, paying zero attention to our real world going on around us! And we do already miss so very many Phenomenal things as it is, these days!!. Great Interviewer and Great Guest!! Love it!

[@adanmontalvo8800]

I’ve never heard jack white talk this way wow I love it

[@LL-ow1qt]

Love these interviews! All the people have personas larger than life with amazing stories and Lars himself is a great interviewer.

[@Slowhand871]

I saw JW last night. His phone ban was fantastic. Seeing the phone screens at concerts really bugs me it is such a distraction. Jack puts on such a high energy show. Love the guy.

[@HotStrange]

This is great. Another good one is the Jack White episode of Serious Jibber/Jabbor(?) with Conan.

[@fotm07]

Haut Strange jibber jabber

[@lanabanana68]

thanks,yeah,i've seen those :) Jack is so entertaining.

[@steve07105]

I really enjoy seeing the humble side of Lars. I understand the Rock Star moments too! Cool show Lars. Been following the epis. They get better and better. Cheers!

[@joannas7927]

Actually loved the no cell phone policy when jack white performed in Ottawa a few months ago. Not only connected with his music more but got a chance to chat with other concertgoers seated near us. Great idea. Great interview!

[@ratsalad178]

this is an amazing interview - for the same reason that jack mentioned at the end of the video

[@shanekurenoff5136]

Not really ever been a Lars fan - not a hater - just not a fan. But here I must say he is doing a great job. Props to both Lars and Jack here.

[@hunterjenkins11]

Lars did a great job here. Seriously, fit like a glove doing this with Jack. Very likable.

[@aldoraine9259]

I just saw Jack at the opening of his tour in Detroit at the LCA. I'm all for the cell phone lockdown. I had no problem with it, and no one else seemed to also. It was a fantastic show, by the way! I would go see Jack again, and ditch the phone. Rock on guys!

[@turnofevent8094]

This was a good interview from the person doing the interview to the person responding to the questions. nice job.

[@AgustinDavidF]

Great interview! I could see the person behind the rock star

[@AgustinDavidF]

Absolutely!

[@lanabanana68]

yes.I would love to meet Jack;i think he would be very interesting to chat with about a range of topics.

[@524sbth]

Agustin David Forner yeah glad he wasn’t too serious faced!!

[@lifetimesupplyofstaples8514]

Two thumbs up on the "putting the cell phones in the pouch" thing. The recent Aragon show was amazing!!

[@ryanduray1]

Lars Ulrich's podcast is going to be pretty huge.

[@iphooi]

I wish this would be the case on all concerts. I was on a show on this tour, it was incredible. When I'm on a concert and I see phones I just want to shout with those people. Not a long ago Robert Fripp was so close to send an audience out from the room because of they phone. I loved that.

[@LittleMissIssues]

Jack White is so freaking COOL. I love him long time!!! :)

[@bobbysimpson5540]

I could listen for 3 more Hours. Jack White is Amazing Musician and Human.

[@isaacmathews4693]

I watched Jack White perform in Las Vegas 2 years ago. We locked our cell phones in the bags and it was a GREAT show! I've been a huge fan of Jack White since the beginning of White Stripes BUT I was shocked by how amazing he is live. He is a rock n roll mad man genius!!!

[@ramonasoants4899]

Adorable interview! Love these stories!!

[@holymolyno8056]

Two of my favourite musicians in the same video. Wow

[@philipreedwallace]

Your shows are always great Lars.

[@rebelrocker7494]

Love Jack..Great Times Though..Jack's New Album Rocks...🤘🖤

[@bribri5458]

Great interview all round and great job by Lars

[@forthedoggiesguitars2277]

Jack is one of the last of real musicians that will obtain legendary status.🙌✌🎸

[@MikaelLewisify]

For the Doggies Guitars nonsense...Jack is amazing, but there are lots of other real musicians out there right now, you’re just not paying attention.

[@Juventinos]

@@MikaelLewisify of course they are but they are not going to obtain legendary status. I think the OP makes a really sound point.

[@Peanut_taco_muffin]

I haven’t seen any musicians in the past several years that could possibly obtain legendary status (and I have been paying very close attention).

[@lalaloppy]

I absolutely loved not having the phones. I usually keep it put away during shows except for maybe a couple of (crappy) pictures at the beginning. And I absolutely hate the way everyone holds them up and essentially watch the show on a tiny screen. So other than not knowing what time it was, I loved it.

[@aavlijaner]

As always Jack is great

[@ConnorElliot]

Jack White is awesome. Lars is awesome for doing these interviews.

[@moiseslara8875]

i dont get how i never come across these interviews on apple music

[@oscargt23]

I would love to see what they sound like together!

[@cmousdale]

Great interview. and actually - a great interviewer Keep it up Lars.

[@adanacman666]

jack white is a true musician he restored my faith in the future of REAL MUSIC...........

[@wreckofthehesperas8323]

adanacman666 and works super diligently at preserving vinyl and turntable 💜

[@BreathEmpowerment]

First time I saw Green Day, Billy Joe mentioned during the show "if you're looking at me through a screen, you're not really seeing me"... Made me think about how rock stars who were around before smart phones must hate it how crowds pull out their phones and aren't engaged. Made me stop pulling mine out and just enjoy the show 👍

[@tzviholt7536]

I wish Lars would really get heavy into producing other bands. His vision and song arranging skills are so good. I get that he wouldn’t because Metallica is his baby, but man, he would be an amazing producer for a lot of bands.

[@oliverklozhoff]

metallica is hetfields baby

[@baconbitz7937]

*_n o s i d e p r o j e c t s_*

[@loftier1163]

God jack white is such a great person in the music industry and I really like everything he does

[@pepe7drum]

Loved the Iggy Pop story, and also these two guys, they are badass

[@RR-v]

L'Quik Shrtz the stooges self titled album and funhouse are great records my sophomore year in HS I listened to those albums on repeat nonstop... iggy, the ashetons, & Dave Alexander Forever

[@vinyldiary6664]

@@RR-v great records? This records are legendary my friend! they are untouchable, timeless classics!

[@freddiejonesy6168]

Yeah, that Iggy Pop store was so good.

[@joewalsh8217]

Funhouse is my favorite album too! So raw!

[@Samsgarden]

Agree about phone use destroying engagement

[@LACKLUSTER101]

Great job Lars. Your future is very secure man! Keep it up and keep it going with the band!

[@jetboy_]

"do you want me to leave? you guys want me to leave? I'll leave.." 😂

[@jimspace]

awesome interview

[@NolalanD]

LOL Lars is the greatest host. This has real potential. I hope, after he goes through the rock n roll shortlist, which is really short these days, he goes through them again and we second and third interviews.

[@slyde1545]

my absolute favorite part is how the end is just "thank you" "thank you man" "thanks" "thank you" "thanks alot" hahaha these guys are always so polite

[@verotoledo8825]

😁😂 great ! Two geniuses beautiful talk👏👏👏👏

[@Jerid58]

I dont think I'm in the minority that I DONT WANT him to have gigantic FM hits.....I like him and plenty other musicians for this exact reason.

[@Vicksage16]

Jerid58 I don’t think having a big hit would change a guy like Jack though, he’s too self aware for that.

[@oneminutefixed5003]

I have the same selfish feeling for this band called "Wand" :D

[@rageintothelight]

Just saw the raconteurs in Knoxville last night and I didnt miss my phone at all. It is a great idea and happy someone is doing it.

[@renapeppers20]

Love Jack and these interviews! Lars rocks!

[@jvanb231]

I may like Lars again... Im so confused

[@Guitarded]

again? whyd you stop?

[@nyrangers731]

People mostly didn't like him because it became popular to rag on him.

[@MrMattyoshea]

Yea, I always thought the Metallica guys seemed douche.., but I think they have 3 of the 10 top selling albums of all time... I imagine it’s hard to be grounded as a young man when you’re the drummer of Metallica.... I bet that learning curve is steep.

[@JA-yz8eq]

this phone thing is EXCELLENT. seeing him tomorrow night cant wait..

[@wellsonwheels457]

Colorado Red Rocks summer in a thunder storm , you where barefoot and the photography was a great gift! Magical night!!!!

[@anders671]

Wow, that was great. I would never guessed Lars were such a good host.

[@markd4768]

Lars has a new career, This was a great interview 👍🏻

[@MrMattyoshea]

Can we please have that jam session !!

[@larid1069]

Lars, you found your calling. musicians interviewed by musicians is the only way to get personal. great interview, even Jack liked it! rare, i hope you know...

[@stevehamilton5430]

This is the best jack white interview

[@heathers1967]

Lohn Lithgo does a great interview.

[@genewest8426]

Great interview Lars and Jack

[@christiansmith-of7dt]

When I was in 9th grade my buddy had the Lars double bass drum set in his music room in norwalk

[@oscargt23]

This was amazing!

[@biloba8467]

The cell phone ban is a perfect idea ! A concert behind a cellphone is sad. :)

[@jamescampbell7422]

LOL, he said "plastic country music business!" He is so right!! Love Jack White.

[@thetuck99]

I saw Jack White in Vegas a couple of months ago and it was an amazing show! He's one of the best for sure. The cell phone thing was fine with me, I actually prefer that they are off limits like in a movie, as it can be annoying with people holding them up in front of you. I just would have preferred that it was said in advance they were off limits, like when you buy the tickets. Had I known I would have left the stupid phone in my hotel room and not bothered with the giant lock case in my pocket.

[@palacerevolution2000]

I usually can nit stand Lars U. but he is a really good interviewer etc

[@hollowillusion4732]

This is a fantastic interview!!

[@lanabanana68]

LOVE what he says about mobile 'phones! they are useful but for so many they rule their lives and that's really sad.If in a social interaction,it is the height of disrespect to be looking at your 'phone,or taking a call,when sitting opposite someone.If someone does this when i am with them i get up and leave,usually with a comment like "i'll leave you and your 'phone alone".

[@whatfreedom7]

kate davenporty my nieces were really bad about it. We would all have a family dinner out at a restaurant and there they are texting and on Facebook most the time. Sometimes even talking and about the people in front of them. I felt like walking out myself.

[@I_scooter_fast]

Agreed. I have the same policy pretty much.

[@lanabanana68]

many thanks,i enjoyed that! :)

[@melissaportillo9964]

@JackWhite The snare on Funhouse pops like a firecracker !

[@kyzorsosay9938]

Great job Lars,enjoyed the interview.

[@joesutherland2017]

I am ALL FOR the cell phone/bag concept for any kind of show I attend in the future. Saw Louis CK in Tampa 2 weeks ago and he had that policy in effect. Best idea ever. No annoying screens blocking your view, everyone was engaged in the show, and I don't believe I saw more than 3-4 people leaving during the entire show(3 other comics performed that night also before him) to use their phones- proving that they just aren't that important, especially while you're trying to watch a show and enjoy yourself. People were interacting and talking to each other that I knew didn't know each other in between acts. Good times. It's good to disconnect from "the leash" as I sometimes call it. Love the idea and I hope it becomes more widespread, as ticket prices for music and comedy acts are insane compared with the old days, and you want to get your money's worth and fully enjoy the show.

[@lukeylukeluke2]

Joe Sutherland wait... Louis is doing sets? I thought that leaked one was a one-off. Nothing was advertised on his website (checked yesterday)

[@joesutherland2017]

@@lukeylukeluke2 Yes- 2/9/19 at Sidesplitters in TPA. Great show. He wasn't quite as dark as in previous years, but he's still Louis ck. I don't think it was quite a full set, but I may be wrong. Supposedly he was trying on new material and feeling out the audience reactions to him doing standup again. My sister is in VIP club, so she got advance notice and we went. I heard tickets sold out in like an hour or so. Think tix were about 38 bucks. Frigging bargain.

[@victim0fmisery]

this is so charming