The Black Keys are... (1 Viewer)

[Clayton Gray]

Top 5 songs from them?

 

[Steve Tasker]

... overexposed.

Uh, no. Just the opposite.

I'd say they're overexposed, too. Their songs are played on the radio all the time, and my mother and sister claim to be Black Keys fans. They also like Britney Spears and all of the day's trendy pop-country artists (Sugarland, et al). When my mother likes something, that means it's as mainstream as it can possibly be.That doesn't mean that the music isn't good, I'm not one of "those guys", but they do seem to be all over the place nowadays.

 

[Apple Jack]

... overexposed.

Uh, no. Just the opposite.

I'd say they're overexposed, too. Their songs are played on the radio all the time, and my mother and sister claim to be Black Keys fans. They also like Britney Spears and all of the day's trendy pop-country artists (Sugarland, et al). When my mother likes something, that means it's as mainstream as it can possibly be.That doesn't mean that the music isn't good, I'm not one of "those guys", but they do seem to be all over the place nowadays.

Dan will sell his music to all comers. Commercials, movies, whatever. They are everywhere. As exposed as any relatively new band on the planet. Moby in 2004 (whenever it was that Play came out) caliber exposed. THough it's possible many people aren't aware that they're hearing the Black Keys/Dan Auerbach.

 

[Clayton Gray]

Though it's possible many people aren't aware that they're hearing the Black Keys/Dan Auerbach.

 

[Nigel Tufnel]

It's not that I don't think they're a good band. They are. But after hearing a song from Brothers on every other commercial and evening drama in the past year, they're not a band I ever feel like putting on. Also, personally, the blues-rock genre is a little one-note for me, so I tire of it pretty quickly.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Top 5 songs from them?

Id say that probably varies a bunch from person to person with how similar their early stuff especially sounds.I dont think I even have a top 5 and Ive been listening to them for like 6 or 7 years now, but I'll just go with10 AM AutomaticThe BreaksUnknown BrotherSet You FreeGoodbye Babylon

 

[Kenny Powers]

... overexposed.

Uh, no. Just the opposite.

I'd say they're overexposed, too. Their songs are played on the radio all the time, and my mother and sister claim to be Black Keys fans. They also like Britney Spears and all of the day's trendy pop-country artists (Sugarland, et al). When my mother likes something, that means it's as mainstream as it can possibly be.That doesn't mean that the music isn't good, I'm not one of "those guys", but they do seem to be all over the place nowadays.

I can live with TBK being overexposed considering how much 98% of the other popular music sucks these days. They really werent overexposed until Brothers was released though.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Though it's possible many people aren't aware that they're hearing the Black Keys/Dan Auerbach.

Agreed..for one, a lot of the contemporary blues bands sound especially similar when youre only hearing 20-30 seconds of a song, possibly at lowered volume in the background even, on a movie, show, or commercial.At the slower/acoustic TBK and DA would be even harder to recognize as their songs if you didnt already know them. Its unreal how often I hear the bookends from Auerbach's solo album, Trouble Weighs a Ton and Going Home, on TV shows and movies.

 

[JerseyToughGuys]

Singular sound + exposure = "overexposure", imo

Personally, I think they need to evolve. And soon. Their live stuff, with an actual band, is interesting.

 

[oukurt]

... overexposed.

Uh, no. Just the opposite.

I knew we would get one of those comments. These guys aren't exposed enough. They are as tight as it gets.

 

[grateful zed]

... sharps and flats.

 

[jon_mx]

This thread isn't about Fergie.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Singular sound + exposure = "overexposure", imoPersonally, I think they need to evolve. And soon. Their live stuff, with an actual band, is interesting.

Attack & Release was a noticeable change, progression, evolution or whatever you want to call it from their first 4 albums. Brothers was a major evolution from even A&R. Im pretty excited to hear what El Camino has in store.

 

[Kenny Powers]

First impression of El Camino is that its a very tight and enjoyable pop rock album without much substance to it. It lacks the innovation and emotion of Brothers, and doesnt have the signature memorable blues riffs of many songs from albums prior to Brothers. That said, its a fun listen that doesnt sag in its quick 40 minute listen. It will surely get a lot of spins for me over the next month and will probably be a huge seller.

Only songs that really stood out to me besides Lonely Boy were Little Black Submarines, Sister, and Mind Eraser....Little Black Submarines is bad ### though.

 

[JerseyToughGuys]

Singular sound + exposure = "overexposure", imoPersonally, I think they need to evolve. And soon. Their live stuff, with an actual band, is interesting.

Attack & Release was a noticeable change, progression, evolution or whatever you want to call it from their first 4 albums. Brothers was a major evolution from even A&R. Im pretty excited to hear what El Camino has in store.

I, too, am a fan.But I gotta figure that an outsider's ear is going to listen to Them Eyes, Thickfreakness and She’s Long Gone and hear essentially the same sound coming from them. It isn't terribly sophisticated or multifaceted song writing we are dealing with here (part of my attractions to them in the first place).

 

[JerseyToughGuys]

Singular sound + exposure = "overexposure", imoPersonally, I think they need to evolve. And soon. Their live stuff, with an actual band, is interesting.

Attack & Release was a noticeable change, progression, evolution or whatever you want to call it from their first 4 albums. Brothers was a major evolution from even A&R. Im pretty excited to hear what El Camino has in store.

I, too, am a fan.But I gotta figure that an outsider's ear is going to listen to Them Eyes, Thickfreakness and She’s Long Gone and hear essentially the same sound coming from them. It isn't terribly sophisticated or multifaceted song writing we are dealing with here (part of my attractions to them in the first place).

good example of outsider's ear: My Wife.After seeing them do a set that spanned their career, her comment: Every single song sounds the same.it is what it is.

 

[Hov34]

... overexposed.

Some might say you are too.Not me, some... I love youlong time.

 

[Wooderson]

Anyone have the new album?

How does El Camino sound?

 

[Doug B]

Was very surprised to see a Black Keys album at a family friend's house this past weekend. Guy is a life-long bar-band level cover musician, is now in his late 50s, and loves the Black Keys

Might have to give them a listen. Friend is a staunch classic-rock guy -- but as a musician, he'll give some new bands a shot from time to time.

 

[Kenny Powers]

Anyone have the new album? How does El Camino sound?

First impression of El Camino is that its a very tight and enjoyable pop rock album without much substance to it. It lacks the innovation and emotion of Brothers, and doesnt have the signature memorable blues riffs of many songs from albums prior to Brothers. That said, its a fun listen that doesnt sag in its quick 40 minute listen. It will surely get a lot of spins for me over the next month and will probably be a huge seller.Only songs that really stood out to me besides Lonely Boy were Little Black Submarines, Sister, and Mind Eraser....Little Black Submarines is bad ### though.

I still standby this, with Hell Of A Season becoming arguably my favorite song on the album.

 

[massraider]

They are playing some dates with Arctic Monkeys this spring. That's a darn good concert for people to check out.

 

[The Gator]

They are playing some dates with Arctic Monkeys this spring. That's a darn good concert for people to check out.

Just bought tickets to their Sacramento show

 

[EZD222]

They are playing some dates with Arctic Monkeys this spring. That's a darn good concert for people to check out.

They're headlining Coachella as well this year (Fri nite)

 

[3MTA3]

They are playing some dates with Arctic Monkeys this spring. That's a darn good concert for people to check out.

I'll be at the Philly show

 

[Exit 1]

I don't like them but the Lonely Boy video is all kinds of awesome.

 

[massraider]

They are playing some dates with Arctic Monkeys this spring. That's a darn good concert for people to check out.

They're headlining Coachella as well this year (Fri nite)

You know, I thought about that, and there's a dozen bands I'd love to see at that festival, but my festival days are over. Going to do Boston show in March. Good excuse to fly back home.

 

[McGarnicle]

New album streaming in iTunes for free right now. First impression... awesome

 

[Bob Loblaw]

Really liking "10 Lovers".

 

[sbonomo]

i need to check this out.....thx for the heads up....

 

[skol asylum]

Love them. Thanks for the news.

 

[AAABatteries]

Not bad but initial reaction was not as good as El Camino. Need to listen again.

 

[Bob Loblaw]

I think I still like Brothers the most. I know it was a little commercial, but still quality work. Although I've only listened to the new one once.

 

[skol asylum]

Tour announced. Definitely want to go Nov 10 here in Phoenix. Opening act is Jake Bugg.

 

[skol asylum]

Tickets bought, side stage 7 rows up.

 

[Abraham]

Not bad but initial reaction was not as good as El Camino. Need to listen again.

That's far from damning praise. El caminonis an amazing record.

 

[SIDA!]

Was shocked that this was the only Black Keys thread on FBG (based on the search function) and that it was less than 2 pages.

Can't give these guys enough praise. Great sound.

 

[skol asylum]

The latest Cage the Elephant release was produced by Dan Auerbach. If you haven't already give it a listen as you can see some of the influence there. Love that band too.

 

[SIDA!]

The latest Cage the Elephant release was produced by Dan Auerbach. If you haven't already give it a listen as you can see some of the influence there. Love that band too.

I enjoy some Cage the Elephant. Didn't know that about Auerbach. Thanks for the heads up. I will give them a listen.