Jack White Drops New Singles Before 'SNL' Appearance

The blues-rock icon releases two boisterous new tracks ahead of his sixth time performing on the iconic sketch show.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:21pm

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Jack White has dropped two new singles, 'G.O.D. And The Broken Ribs' and 'Derecho Demonico,' just in time for his sixth appearance as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live on April 4, 2026. The new tracks feature White's signature old-scratchy blues-rock style and will be available on limited-edition tri-color 7" vinyl at Third Man Records stores and online.

Why it matters

White's return to SNL comes after an extensive international tour supporting his 2024 album No Name. The new singles suggest he's recharged creatively and ready to bring his high-energy live show to the iconic sketch comedy program, where he's previously collaborated with fellow musician Jack Black.

The details

The two new singles, 'G.O.D. And The Broken Ribs' and 'Derecho Demonico,' were recorded by White and his longtime live band of Patrick Keeler on drums, Dominic Davis on bass, and Bobby Emmet on keyboard. The songs showcase White's trademark blues-rock sound, with guitar solos that blend haunted blues and modern alt-rock, and vocals that pace the length of their sonic prisons.

  • Jack White dropped the two new singles on April 3, 2026.
  • White will perform on Saturday Night Live on April 4, 2026.

The players

Jack White

An American musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor who is known for his work as the lead singer and guitarist of the rock duo The White Stripes.

Patrick Keeler

The drummer in Jack White's longtime live band.

Dominic Davis

The bassist in Jack White's longtime live band.

Bobby Emmet

The keyboardist in Jack White's longtime live band.

Jack Black

An American actor, comedian, musician, and filmmaker who will be hosting the SNL episode that Jack White is the musical guest for.

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What’s next

Following his SNL appearance, Jack White has an extensive international festival tour scheduled throughout 2026, including stops in Latvia, Poland, Germany, France, Sweden, Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, Italy, and Croatia.

The takeaway

Jack White's return to SNL with two new high-energy singles suggests the blues-rock icon is reinvigorated creatively after his recent world tour. Fans can look forward to White bringing his signature sound and live energy to the iconic sketch comedy show, as well as an exciting international festival run in 2026.