Scaramouch, da boss man, gave us a report from the New American Music Union in Pittsburgh last week. An epic collection of eclectic bands.

American Eagle, who sponsored the hootenanny, has made some video available from the show. Performances by The Roots, Spoon, Gnarls Barkley, and the incredible Raconteurs.

Unfortunately, I can't embed them for you, but by clicking here you can see a sweet new Raconteurs song called Top Yourself (my favorite song on the new record) and a ridiculously good version of Steady as She Goes.

Part of what makes Jack White so astonishing as a musician is displayed in those videos. Jack plays by feel. With an axe in his hands, he's a freaking blowtorch. The songs never really sound exactly the same each time played live. The White Stripes don't use a set list. Ever. It's raw emotion.

Three chords and the truth...