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Blakroc: Live Performances

Posted in Blakroc, Videos on Dec 12th, 2009

Blakroc was primarily a recording project for The Black Keys and hip hop MCs. In a live context the songs naturally morph and highlight different aspects of the recorded tracks. Recent performances on The David Letterman show and Jimmy Fallon show were primarily a promotional showcase but they show off the talents of all involved.
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Blakroc: Official Video of ‘Aint Nothing Like You (Hoochie Coo)’ featuring Mos Def, Jim Jones and The Black Keys

Posted in Blakroc, Videos on Nov 8th, 2009

Blakroc just keeps on giving. Check out the official video (below) to ‘Aint Nothing Like You (Hoochie Coo)’, the lead single from the album.
This track seems to sum up what the Blakroc is all about – simple, real, effective without (thankfully) cliche. Jim Jones rhymes, Mos Def provides the spirit while Dan Auerbach hollers background [...]

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Kelly Clarkson Likes The Black Keys

Posted in News, Videos on Oct 8th, 2009

In the fine tradition of Brad Pitt and Justin Timberlake liking The Black Keys, Kelly Clarkson is now expressing her love for the band on stage.
Suddenly a heap of videos have materialised since recent covers concerts were publicised.
Seems she’s been covering ‘Lies’ since earlier in the year.
Enjoy(?)

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3 Days, 3 Festivals: The Black Keys @ Three Rivers, Roots Picnic, Independence Jam

Posted in Reviews, Videos on Jun 9th, 2009

The Black Keys have just spent 3 big days, 5-7 June 2009, performing at The Three Rivers Festival (Pittsburgh), The Roots Picnic (Philadephia) and the 94.9 FM Independence Jam (Oceanside, California).
The Black Keys haven’t done much touring this year, but they have cherry-picked significant festivals of choice in advance of recording in August. Consequently, the [...]

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Dan Auerbach – When The Night Comes – Live

Posted in Videos on Apr 21st, 2009

My favourite song on Dan Auerbach’s ‘Keep It Hid’ solo record is ‘When The Night Comes’.
Hearing the song live at The Corner Hotel confirmed for me what a great sound and song it is. Dan had the audience transfixed with his presence, voice , unobtrusive guitar, subtle organ and drum accompaniment.
Here’s a live video I [...]

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