Erster Raconteurs-Auftritt in sieben Jahren

In a surprising and much-anticipated moment, Jack White brought The Raconteurs back to the stage together for the first time since 2019. This unexpected reunion occurred during White’s October 10, 2026, concert in Nashville, where he invited his bandmates Brendan Benson, Jack Lawrence, and Patrick Keeler to join him. The band performed five tracks, including hits from their debut album as well as a song from their second record.

The Raconteurs opened their set with selections from their 2006 debut, Broken Boy Soldiers, playing fan favorites such as “Steady, As She Goes,” “Hands,” “Level,” and the title track “Broken Boy Soldier.” They also included “Consolers of the Lonely” from their 2008 follow-up album. The reunion was particularly notable as Patrick Keeler had been collaborating with White since 2024, both in the studio and on tour, often revisiting Raconteurs material in their sets.

Prior to the show, White had hinted at a potential surprise during his Nashville performance via social media, encouraging fans of The Raconteurs to attend. However, the full extent of the reunion was not divulged beforehand, making the appearance a genuine surprise for concertgoers. This spontaneous collaboration marked the band’s first collective stage presence in nearly seven years.

The Raconteurs’ most recent studio album, Help Us Stranger, was released in 2019, the same year in which the band last performed together publicly. Now, fans have more to look forward to with the announcement of a special box set celebrating the 20th anniversary of Broken Boy Soldiers. Scheduled for release on October 31, 2026, the commemorative edition, titled Broken Boy Soldiers XX, will feature multiple vinyl records alongside 22 previously unreleased tracks. This collection is available for pre-order through Third Man Records, White’s label.

In the months leading up to the reunion, White remained active in the music scene. He released his seventh solo album, Frozen Charlotte, in July 2026 and embarked on a U.S. tour to promote it. Along the way, he occasionally invited notable guest musicians on stage, including Nick Valensi from The Strokes, who joined him for two songs at a September 28 show. These collaborations demonstrate White’s continued interest in blending his solo work with influences and performances from past projects.

Despite the buzz created by the Nashville reunion, there have been no announcements regarding additional Raconteurs concerts or a full-scale reunion tour. The surprise gig appears to have been a one-off event, although the upcoming anniversary release may rekindle interest in the band’s legacy.

The Raconteurs' return to the stage, even if brief, offers a glimpse of the enduring chemistry among its members and the lasting impact of their early work. With the upcoming release of Broken Boy Soldiers XX, the band not only commemorates two decades of influential music but also re-engages their dedicated fanbase with rich archival material.

While details about future Raconteurs activities remain scarce, this unexpected reunion adds a compelling chapter to the band’s ongoing narrative. For now, their fans can celebrate the revitalization of a beloved collaboration that has shaped much of the alternative rock landscape over the past 20 years.