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Jack White made headlines when he announced that he was the bidder who spent $300,000 for the acetate of Elvis Presley's original single, a 7" pressing from Sun Records featuring "My Happiness" and "That's When Your Heartaches Begin," and that his label Third Man Records would be releasing copies of the recording for Record Store Day 2015. That album was sold at a formal auction but you don't have to go that far for expensive vinyl: eBay has plenty of mind-boggling LPs up for sale. One example was the man who paid $37,100 for a copy of Tommy Johnson's "Alcohol and Jake Blues" during 2013. As Music Times hit publish, here are the seven records with bids of more than $1,000 on eBay at the moment, ranked from least to most expensive. -
Jack White Paid HOW Much for Elvis Acetate Pressing for Record Store Day Reproduction from Third Man Records?
Jack White has revealed that he was the buyer of Elvis Presley's first record, and he plans on sharing it with fans as a special Record Store Day release from Third Man Records. The 1953 acetate features two songs, "My Happiness" and "That's When Your Heartaches Begin." The record was bought at auction for $300,000—three-times as much as it was expected to fetch—and the guitarist would later reveal himself as the buyer. -
Bonnaroo Reddit AMA: Co-Founders Dish on Festival Additions, What Acts Declined Headlining Spots
The co-founders of the festival giant Bonnaroo participated in a Reddit AMA to answer questions about this year's event. Jonathan Mayers and Kerry Black fielded inquires about festival additions, what acts declined headlining spots, artists they tried to book and what changes they made to the festival site. Bonnaroo, now in its 14th year, will take place June 11 to 15 in Manchester, Tennessee. -
The White Stripes to Reissue 'Get Behind Me Satan' on Vinyl for Record Store Day
The 10th anniversary of the release of The White Stripes's classic 'Get Behind Me Satan' is rapidly approaching, and Jack White is planning to commemorate the milestone with a vinyl reissue. The guitarist's Third Man Records will release the special edition record, marking the first time the 2005 effort will be available in the vinyl format. Fittingly, the album will be out on Record Store Day April 18. -
Jack White's 'That Black Bat Licorice' Video Comes with Three Interactive Versions: Live-Action, Animated and 'Head-Banging' [WATCH]
Jack White has always been a fan of dressing up his vinyl releases but this time he's taken to more neu-world technology and created an interactive music video for "That Black Bat Licorice," the newest single off of his Lazaretto release. -
Jack White Oklahoma Tour Rider Dispute: Singer Writes Open Letter Addressing Controversy
Jack White's management team failed to quell the hubbub after his alleged falling out with the University of Oklahoma, so he took matters into his own hands on Sun., Jan. 15. -
50 Cent, Jack White, Miley Cyrus Will Also Appear on Upcoming 'Saturday Night Live' Reunion Show
During the Super Bowl, commercials for the upcoming Saturday Night Live reunion aired, announcing the return of some of the show's favorite comedians and hosts. Musical guests like Kanye West, Taylor Swift and Justin Timberlake will also be included in Sunday's festivities. E! recently shared a full list of talent for the show that includes 50 Cent, Jack White and Miley Cyrus, among many others. -
Jack White Releases 'Red Light, Blue Light (Someone's There)' Harry Connick Jr. Cover for 'That Black Bat Licorice' Single Release [LISTEN]
Jack White is prepping the release of his latest Lazaretto single "That Black Bat Licorice" on the heels of his multiple Grammy wins on Sunday (Feb. 8), and he's bringing a little old school-style music to the mainstream rock charts with a new cover of Harry Connick Jr.'s "Blue Light, Red Light (Someone's There)." -
Bob Dylan Receives MusiCares Person of the Year Award; Bruce Springsteen, Beck and Jack White Pay Tribute
A star-studded lineup showed up at the MusiCares Person of the Year ceremony Friday night, Feb. 6, to pay tribute to Bob Dylan. Bruce Springsteen, Beck and Jack White paid tribute by performing renditions of some of the folk legend's classic tunes before Dylan himself gave a speech filled with attitude. He thanked famous musicians who covered his songs in the past -- like Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Cash and Nina Simone -- while telling off critics like Lieber & Stoller and Merle Haggard. Unfortunately for fans, Dylan did not perform. -
Jack White Clarifies Stance of University of Oklahoma, Will Return Despite Leak of Contract, Guacamole Recipe
Rock fans at the University of Oklahoma can breathe a sigh of relief after management for Jack White clarified that the performer wouldn't be blacklisting the school following an almost comical scandal titled "Guacgate." -
Grammys 2015 Best Alternative Album Nominees, Who Should & Will Win: Arcade Fire and St. Vincent Make It a Close Call
These days, it feels as if we're on the cusp of a guitar comeback in the mainstream. Ever since Mumford and Sons introduced a new wave of pop-folk, Top 40 radio has slowly relented on its "dance only" policy. -
Iggy Azalea, Jennifer Hudson Perform 'Trouble' With The Roots on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' [WATCH]
Iggy Azalea performed her latest single from 'Reclassified,' "Trouble," on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The Roots backed Azalea for the funky track while Jennifer Hudson took on the chorus. Fallon and Co. are in Los Angeles all this week and Azalea's breezy performance had all the workings of a West Coast throwdown.
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