Andrew Gabbard – ‘Ramble and Rave On’ (2024)
An unobstructed view of Black Keys touring member Andrew Gabbard’s musical vision, ‘Ramble and Rave On’ deftly blends storytelling, melody, and musical fun.
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Why the Black Keys’ ‘El Camino’ Was More Continuation Than Breakthrough
‘El Camino’ arrived 10 years ago today as an extension of everything the Black Keys accomplished with ‘Brothers’ – just turned up to 11.
The Black Keys Hit Upon the Right Rootsy Mix With ‘Brothers’
With ‘Brothers,’ released 10 years ago today, the blues-loving Black Keys began stirring in the influences of Tony Joe White, Creedence and Crazy Horse.
Alice Cooper, John Coltrane, Dream Syndicate + Others: J.C. Mosquito’s Best of 2019
Here’s a Best of 2019 list featuring favorites from this year’s new releases – along with some albums that were just new to me.
The Black Keys Pushed Forward Without Losing Their Way on ‘Turn Blue’
The Black Keys released ‘Turn Blue,’ an album that refused to cling to past glory, five years ago today.
Dan Auerbach + The Arcs, “Stay in My Corner” from Yours, Dreamily (2015): One Track Mind
The Arcs’ “Stay in My Corner” isn’t any muscle-popping left turn for Black Keys fans. Instead, it simply sticks with what Dan Auerbach does best.
Why ‘Brothers’ Was the Best Showcase of Black Keys’ Genre-Jumping Genius
‘Brothers,’ released on May 18, 2010, stands as the Black Keys’ best-ever attempt at hybridizing black music into modern rock.
One Track Mind: The Black Keys, “Turn Blue” from Turn Blue (2014)
The Black Keys keep their foot off the gas pedal on the title track from the upcoming Turn Blue, offering a quietly effective journey into falsetto-sung heartache — like a stripped-down, next-gen update of the Temptations’ Psychedelic Shack. You May Also Like: The Black Keys Pushed Forward Without Losing TheirRead More
The Black Keys, “Fever” from True Blue (2014): Something Else! sneak peek
A lean groove, a crinkly throwback riff, a pained falsetto. Yes, the Black Keys are back — with a song that thrums with pent-up passion and swirling darkness, with something finally worth celebrating. “Fever” is the sound of a churning, unrequited love, and the sound a band that’s completely returnedRead More
One Track Mind: Ray LaMontagne, “Supernova” from Supernova (2014)
Somehow, Ray LaMontagne lost his mojo. A year went past after the release of his Grammy-winning God Willin’ and the Creek Don’t Rise project. Then two. Then four. Other than the stand-alone track “Empty,” LaMontagne simply walked off the musical map. You May Also Like: No related posts.
