Jack White Thumbs Nose at Music Critics  | Tue Mar. 18, 2008
3:15 PM GMT  mojo-photo-raconteurs2.jpgWell, I suppose it's our
own fault. In a move that echoes Radiohead's surprise
announcement of an impending album last fall, Jack White's wear-
whatever-colors-we-want band the Raconteurs have just announced
via their website that they'll release a new album, Consolers of
the Lonely, next Tuesday on all formats. But unlike Radiohead,
Jack White seems to be a little bitter about, ulp, music critics
who jump the gun by reviewing promotional releases or leaks:  We
wanted to get this record to fans, the press, radio, etc., all
at the EXACT SAME TIME so that no one has an upper hand on
anyone else regarding it's availability, reception or
perception… the Raconteurs would rather this release not be
defined by it's first weeks sales, pre-release promotion, or by
someone defining it FOR YOU before you get to hear it.  Wow, and
all-caps, even. That's internet for shouting!  After the jump:
critics, can't live with 'em, c