Commercial Rock Juggernauts

Back in 2001, when the White Stripes released their breakthrough album White Blood Cells, it wasn't long before the floodgates opened to the mainstream with other like-minded rock revivalists.



One of which was Andrew W.K. and his punchy I Get Wet album. But besides a common penchant for blues based no-bullshit rock (and fantastic red-splashed cover art), Jack White and Andrew Wilkes-Krier also share a serious streak for self-promotion.

To wit, both of these guys have composed a commercial jingle for a famous red&white themed snack. Which do you prefer?

Koko to the Infirmary! Cab Calloway VS White Stripes

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Farewell Conan, Love the White Stripes

Last week (Feb 21) the last episode of "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" aired (now that he'll be moving to Leno's time slot come June).

Always known for having interesting musical acts on his show, Conan ended things off nicely with The White Stripes offering a stark version of "We're Going to Be Friends". Watch until the end, and you'll catch Conan saying to Jack White, "that meant the world to me."


You can watch the whole episode hosting at GreenGoldFilm, but if you're in Canada you'll need to activate Hotspot Shield.

Creepy Chuck E. Cheese Animatronics Make Love (in the club)

Have you seen this?!



I'm haunted by Rolfe DeWolfe and Mitzi Mozzarella all over again. This video perfectly perpetuates the love/hate relationship I had with these possessed robotimals in my childhood.

And in addition to Usher's "Make Love in the Club", you can watch the Rock-afire crew syncing to the White Stripes, MGMT, and Shakira. And there's a documentary (of questionable quality) coming as well.

Check out the Detroit News article to learn the story behind these creepers.