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5.0 out of 5 stars A beast of an album, 24 Jan 2005

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I was interested in the Black Keys, but hadn't heard anything by them and, though the other blisteringly appreciative reviews are well deserved, nowhere did it suggest a good introductory album.

Having come from the wastelands that emo and punk have become, I didn't really know what to expect from a band who, it seemed, could best be described as "blues-based rock". It's not exactly explicit. And I felt quite doubtful of my musical taste, having recently bought a Clash album and, sacreligiously, NOT LIKED IT.

But it is, without doubt, a fantastic album. This is the kind of music that seeps style, love of tradition and - simultaneously - originality from every pore. I'm not a blues person, but this is magnificently universal in its appeal, and the quality that so many modern bands seem to sap from long-running genres is here in abundance.

I'll try not to go on for too long, so let me just tell you this: if you're looking for something new, like I was, or something good, or enjoyable, then I can guarantee that you could pay any amount for this CD and still get your money's worth. Enjoy it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Flawless, 13 April 2005

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This is a behemoth of an album - a thrilling testament to pure ability, raw talent and an understanding of rhythm, rock and blues.

As a huge fan of anything blues and anything rock (from Jimi Hendrix to Kings of Leon to the excellent Mofro), I can heartily recommend this album. If you like your singers gruff, downtrodden (but fighting) and passionate about their music then you won't be disappointed. Dan Auerbach gives his sandpaper delivery enough punch to have you wishing you could do the same and questioning just how someone of his ethnicity manages to sound so good. On top of this, he lends beautiful guitar-work to every track, creating an individuality rarely seen outside of Hendrix performances (especially by the more mainstream acts such as Kings of Leon and others).

Patrick Carney provides ample drum work to back up each track and have you tapping along shamelessly in public places!

The fact that this album was reportedly recorded in just 14 hours of one day is astounding - and the result of such a feat is unquestionably great. Perhaps only the late, great Alice In Chains managed such a brilliant album in such a short space of time with their wonderful Jar Of Flies/Sap output; albeit in a different genre of music.

Get this now - you will not regret it. And while you're at it, check out Mofro's Lochloosa album.

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5.0 out of 5 stars how..., 24 Jan 2005

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How did only two guys from a small town, who didnt even intend to make it big, make such fantastic music.
The only good rock music nowdays is modern blues/soul/garage stuff.
And this is one of the best examples. The keys are the best band not to come from detroit.
Forget all the hives vines and kings of leon crap, that is so undoubtedly over rated, the keys are one of the best modern rock bands blow away the likes of the lost prophets and him and the rasmus and the likes.
With john auerbachs black sounding voice and ever so slightly hendrix sounding guitar, complimented by patrick carneys sublime druming and production skills. These guys are up there with the stripes and soledads and dirtbombs, helping to make the only true good modern rock.
This album is also one of the best i have heard. The vocals on thickfreakness-the title track and the general rythem and guitar playing through out the album are inspiring. especially set you free, my personal favourite. and even for people who wouldnt useually listen to the more demanding hard core guitar styles, this album is quite easy listening and is great to unwind too.
Brilliant is the only word to describe it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars How rock is supposed to sound
Raw, tough, fiery and polished. This album has to be one of the best around for all of these things. Read more

Published 15 months ago by Bootsy

4.0 out of 5 stars keys that fit
this is simply delicious blues with a sound only the keys can claim as their very own
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Published 17 months ago by S. C. Watson

4.0 out of 5 stars Bluesy rock 'n' roll to stimulate your soul
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5.0 out of 5 stars Heavy Soul
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Published on 17 Oct 2006 by EternalBroadcaster

4.0 out of 5 stars Back to the roots but not back to basics.
Many people will probably say that this is not really a back to the roots of the blues type of album, but to a more of a ‘rock’ audience this is. Read more

Published on 15 Nov 2005 by alex_9891

5.0 out of 5 stars superb 2-piece alt-blues-rock
Superb, if you have any interest at all in modern blues-style rockin out then get it bought. Now!

Published on 9 Nov 2005 by T. Heaton

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