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Akron, Ohio, United States (2001 – present)

The Black Keys are a two-man blues-rock group from Akron, Ohio, United States which formed in 2001, consisting of singer and guitarist Dan Auerbach and drummer Patrick Carney. The band name was inspired by a schizophrenic artist and friend in Akron, who used the term “black keys” to describe things he disliked or people he did not trust. The Black Keys have roots in traditional blues and stylings.

They released their first album, The Big Come Up, in 2002, followed by Thickfreakness in 2003, and Rubber Factory in 2004. October 2005 saw the release of the DVD Live, recorded live at The Metro Theatre in Sydney, Australia March 18, 2005. In 2006 they released Magic Potion, as well as the lesser-known Chulahoma and a single version of Your Touch.

One of their trademarks is their preference for simple, recording techniques. They refuse to use big-name studios, and do most recording, producing, and mixing themselves. Most of Thickfreakness was recorded in about 14 hours in Carney’s basement, using only an early 80’s Tascam 388 8-track recorder. Often, their recordings still have background noises (such as an owl hooting).

The Black Keys have achieved increasing critical acclaim and recognition since their debut album, which itself received praise from Rolling Stone magazine. Time magazine named them one of the “10 Best Acts of 2003” (behind OutKast and The White Stripes).
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  • bloodyvampp

    come to Poland! <3 [2]

    29 minutes ago

  • da_orange

    ianrappp, If El Camino was your starting point, I would listen to Brothers next. I personally liked it better.

    7 hours ago

  • ianrappp

    whats another good album from them aside from El Camino? I fell in love with them because of EC.

    7 hours ago

  • Alugilac

    do what thou wilt

    15 hours ago

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  • Daltroid

    My girl made me love these guys!!!

    yesterday morning

  • M3azzaM

    MY MIND IS RaMBLIN'''''''''''''''

    yesterday morning

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    Wednesday afternoon

  • kell-yea

    my next girl, will be nothing, nothing goddamit, like last girl!

    Wednesday afternoon

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  • Sentenzia22

    Rubber factory >>>>>>>>>>>>>> all

    Tuesday afternoon

  • Mountain_Man

    I used to be all, man, The Black Keys, who are you now? I miss your old stuff. I respect your decision to move forward with your sound, you really did all you could as a two piece, but Brothers? Don't really like where you've taken your sound. Now I'm all. WHOA. THE BLACK KEYS! Thank you for El Camino, different, but true to your roots. This album seriously is a masterpiece. Fuckin well done guys. I'll love you forever.

    Tuesday morning

  • Sentenzia22

    money maker!!!1111ononeoneoenoenoen

    Tuesday morning

  • lanakias

    i dont except this band release such a godless album.....destroy my mind el camino..kick ass......i don t believe this......is fucking masterpiece this album......

    Monday afternoon

  • Roc_Melo

    мне нравится

    Monday afternoon

  • EkaterinaDe

    кул

    Monday morning

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  • zoevanb

    Black Keys in Brazil this year ! omg <3

    Monday morning

  • Andr3ground

    @Storchel: you're completely right! Long live the old Black Keys.

    Sunday evening

  • isitandlisten

    come to Poland! <3

    Sunday afternoon
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