The season 7 premiere of Tom Clark's 6M Podcast, episode 273, takes a deep dive into Elephant, the 2003 breakthrough album from The White Stripes. Tom Clark and Chris Patton break down the band's decision to reject slick production in favor of raw, analog recording at Toe Rag Studios in London, and how that approach shaped one of the defining rock albums of the early 2000s. From the cultural impact of "Seven Nation Army" to the blues-heavy sprawl of "Ball and Biscuit," the episode explores the album's sound, themes, track sequencing, and lasting reputation. How did Elephant balance garage rock minimalism with commercial success, and why is it so often viewed as the White Stripes' peak statement? Dive into that, and a lot more!

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