Jack White: 'The internet is a nuisance'

Jack White has spoken about his dislike of the internet and insisted that it is a "nuisance" that detracts from the "art of music".

Speaking to NME, The White Stripes frontman maintained that the web obstructs music as both an industry and artform.

"In my head I'm still living and working as if there is no internet, and treat it as a nuisance," White explained. "The internet is a beautiful tool for many, many things, but it is in direct opposition to the art of music being treated with respect."

White went on to say that while he does occasionally use the net, he hates the vitriol that plagues most forms of online discussion.

"Of course, after reading about three words of someone's comment at the bottom of an article I turn off," he added.

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