The Black Keys Fan Lounge

I was listening to Dan’s new solo songs on his MySpace page at work today. There’s only 3 songs to judge from but it’s clear the album, Keep It Hid,  is going to be a really interesting listen. “Trouble Weighs A Ton” is a slow, stripped back, rootsy number. “I Want Some More” and “The [...]

Read Full Post »

It’s that time of year again when everyone looks back at what was and what could have been. It’s no different for me and The Black Keys. Here’s a few observations about the band in 2008. And some crystal ball gazing about 2009. 2008 The Black Keys (almost) became part of a mainstream consciousness.From Letterman [...]

Read Full Post »

Ahh we’re all doomed now. Or maybe the end is almost nigh. Maybe it just had to happen sooner or later. Or maybe it’s a good thing that Brad Pitt likes The Black Keys? Or really what difference does it make anyway? In a recent Rolling Stone article, Brad says: “Last new thing I got [...]

Read Full Post »