BWAHAHAHAHA! You're bagging on me about technical proficiency and just one post later cite the White Stripes? The White Stripes represent about everything it is you allegedly hate about music today, and the industry that goes along with it. And if you're going with the "technical" stance on what it is that makes good music, at least be consistent with your argument, and the examples you provide. Holy lord.The White Stripes
The White Stripes, by the way, are easily the most overrated band of the last 10-15 years. Making three chord rock sound "catchy" is about as difficult as KC Paul making a second round at the Hometown Buffet.
I don't totally hate the White Stripes, btw. I listened to "Elephant" about 10 times before I got bored to tears with it and moved onto something with some actual substance.