Twin Temple was removed from the upcoming Charley Crockett tour earlier this week following claims that the duo’s performances were “Satanic”, prompting indie icon Jack White to offer the band an opening slot.
The Los Angeles‑based duo, known for tracks such as “Let’s Have A Satanic Orgy”, “Lucifer, My Love” and “Burn Your Bible”, has long blended ’60s doo‑wop with overt Satanic themes. The abrupt decision by Crockett surprised many, given the band’s previous standing in the country music circuit.
In a statement released Wednesday, July 8, Twin Temple explained that Crockett had dismissed them from two forthcoming shows because of those themes. “We regret any disappointment this may cause,” the band wrote. “We thank our supporters for their continued encouragement of musical freedom. HAIL SATAN!”
Word of the fallout reached White, who had just released his new album “Frozen Charlotte” on Friday, July 10. That same day he posted on social media, writing: “Twin Temple, would you consider opening my show in Los Angeles on September 29 at the Hollywood Palladium?”
He referenced the White Stripes’ 2005 record “Get Behind Me Satan” and added, “Let me know. Get in front of me Satan!”
Vocalist Alexandra James welcomed White’s invitation, replying, “Unholy hell… Sir Jack, you have no idea how meaningful this is to us.” She added that “Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground” was among the first songs she learned to play on guitar.
“Lifelong fans—‘Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground’ was one of the first songs I (Alex) ever learned on guitar. We were planning to perform at your show. It would be a most infernal pleasure to join you.”
In response to the controversy, Crockett posted a photo of Johnny Cash before Melody Ranch on Facebook, captioning it: “If they did it to Jesus, imagine what they’ll do to you.”
He later targeted White’s political viewpoints in a follow‑up post: “FUCK TRUMP, FUCK EPSTEIN, BUT HAIL SATAN? NOT ME JACK.” He subsequently removed most of his Instagram profile, leaving only a single post featuring a Marlon Brando quote.
The band’s only post on Instagram was captioned, “I’ve encountered many people over the years who believe that self‑interest is always at work.” Driver added that people “dismiss the idea of true belief” and he “feels sorry for them.”
A spokesperson for Crockett later forwarded a statement to Billboard in which he remarked, “I thought természet them like Black Sabbath, but they ain’t. Not today, Satan.”
White addressed the issue directly after a fan questioned how he, “as a practicing Catholic,” felt about promoting the duo. He responded, “I never claimed to be a practicing Catholic or Christian; you assumed that.” He continued, “And I’m not scared of Satan or any fabricated imagery designed to instill fear. Communicate with God on your own terms and find your own path—rather than a path created by others to profit from fear.”
Jack White is brushing off criticism over his decision to have the Satanic doo‑wop duo Twin Temple open for him: “I’m not scared of Satan or any bullshit imagery man made up to live in fear of.” pic.twitter.com/nlRvDQbbAp
— CONSEQUENCE (@consequence) July 11, 2026
In NME’s three‑and‑a‑half‑star review of his newly released album, Andrew Trendell wrote that “it may not rank among his classic work but it’s good fun,” adding: “It’s going to be a compelling live experience, underscoring that White doesn’t need to reinvent the wheel when he can deliver a powerful ride on his own terms.”
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