The Raconteurs - All You Need to Know

The Raconteurs are an American rock band from Detroit, MI. The band consists of Jack White (vocals and guitar), Brendan Benson (vocals and guitar), Jack Lawrence (bass) and Patrick Keeler (drums). The Raconteurs were formed in 2005.

Early Years and First Album

The Raconteurs released their debut album, Broken Boy Soldiers, in 2006. It was a commercial success and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. It featured the singles ""Steady as She Goes"", ""Hands"" and ""Together"".

Second Album and Later Career

The Raconteurs released their second album, Consolers of the Lonely, in 2008. It was also a commercial success and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. It featured the singles ""Salute Your Solution"", ""Many Shades of Black"" and ""You Don't Understand Me"". The band has also collaborated with other artists such as Loretta Lynn, Olivia Jean and Citizen Cope.

Discography

The Raconteurs have released two albums: Broken Boy Soldiers (2006) and Consolers of the Lonely (2008). They have also released several singles such as ""Steady as She Goes"", ""Hands"", ""Together"", ""Salute Your Solution"", ""Many Shades of Black"" and ""You Don't Understand Me"". The band has also released several live albums and EPs.

Members

The current members of The Raconteurs are Jack White (vocals and guitar), Brendan Benson (vocals and guitar), Jack Lawrence (bass) and Patrick Keeler (drums). All four members are from Detroit, Michigan. Jack White is 43 years old, Brendan Benson is 48 years old, Jack Lawrence is 42 years old and Patrick Keeler is 43 years old.