JTStrikesBack
In not familiar with many people who genuinely hate Jack White. He’s never claimed to be a stellar guitarist and a lot of his career was built on this “I’m doing this with cheap gear and I’m not amazing but I’m still making great music and so can you!” vibe which was really awesome and inspirational for a ton of new players.
I will say that I understand when he gets criticism for performances that just come across as trying too hard to be different. His Star Spangled Banner for example. Not that I personally think you have to “sing it straight” as many would say, I’m all for experimentation… but I’m not sure I “get” what he was going for.
On one hand I am always amazed at what kids can learn and latch onto in the weirdest ways. So I have no doubt that a lot can be learned through context. Watching movies can absolutely demonstrate a seemingly endless scenarios in a way that can be understood.
However, as someone raising a child, let me tell you how often I have to stop and explain that certain things are not real just because there’s a video of it. Or how many words are being used incorrectly because they were heard in one context that was misunderstood.
I think a child who only had media to teach them, with no one to correct things, would have an endless amount of misunderstandings - nevermind the amount of things they’d believe that are entirely fictional. Basically, no, this kid would be screwed.
That’s why !christmas@lemm.ee exists! I realize it’s only me for now, but maybe someday I’ll have people join me.
It is hard to just start conversations on your own but it really is kind of how you have to do it.
A few recommendations
Grand Magus is closer to the Ozzy style, especially if you’re into the Black Sabbath stuff.
Cauldron are a really solid classic sounding heavy metal band.
I would love to recommend Scorpion Child But it’s been a decade since they’ve released an album so I’m not sure what’s going on, there.
Haunt are my favorite modern band who I think fit your style. These guys just keep getting better so far