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Help Us Stranger

by The Raconteurs

Released: June 21, 2019

Blues rock, garage rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.

The Album

"Help Us Stranger" is the third studio album by American rock band The Raconteurs. The album marks more than a decade since their last release, "Consolers of the Lonely" in 2008. The Raconteurs consist of members Jack White, Brendan Benson, Jack Lawrence, and Patrick Keeler.

Inside the Recording

After initial musical contributions from each member, the album was recorded at Third Man Studio in Nashville.

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Interesting Facts

It was released on June 21, 2019, through…

It was released on June 21, 2019, through Third Man Records.

"Help Us Stranger" features various musical styles, including…

"Help Us Stranger" features various musical styles, including rock and bluegrass.

The album includes a cover of "Hey Gyp…

The album includes a cover of "Hey Gyp (Dig the Slowness)", originally performed by Donovan.

Before the release of "Help Us Stranger", The…

Before the release of "Help Us Stranger", The Raconteurs released two singles, "Sunday Driver" and "Now That You're Gone".

The album was also promoted with a North…

The album was also promoted with a North American tour.

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Essential Tracks

Hey Gyp (Dig the Slowness)

The album includes a cover of "Hey Gyp (Dig the Slowness)", originally performed by Donovan.

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Reception

Upon its release, the album received positive reviews from music critics and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.

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The Complete Album Story

"Help Us Stranger" is the third studio album by American rock band The Raconteurs. It was released on June 21, 2019, through Third Man Records. The album marks more than a decade since their last release, "Consolers of the Lonely" in 2008. The Raconteurs consist of members Jack White, Brendan Benson, Jack Lawrence, and Patrick Keeler.

After initial musical contributions from each member, the album was recorded at Third Man Studio in Nashville. "Help Us Stranger" features various musical styles, including rock and bluegrass. The album includes a cover of "Hey Gyp (Dig the Slowness)", originally performed by Donovan.

Before the release of "Help Us Stranger", The Raconteurs released two singles, "Sunday Driver" and "Now That You're Gone". Upon its release, the album received positive reviews from music critics and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. The album was also promoted with a North American tour.

"Help Us Stranger" showcases The Raconteurs' signature mix of rock, blues, and power pop which they are known for and has allowed them to further leave their mark on the landscape of modern rock music.