Posted in Blakroc on Nov 20th, 2009
The Blakroc lyrics shouldn’t be overlooked. Much has been made of the personalities and collaboration between The Black Keys musicianship and the singular hip hop attitude on this project. Let’s not forget some of the finest MCs were asked to provide spontaneous verses, a reaction to the vibe and music they heard, often on the [...]
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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 [...]
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Posted in Blakroc, News on Jun 5th, 2009
Maybe the reason why The Black Keys aren’t on Twitter is because they don’t need to be since everyone else is and will report on what they are up to. Pitchfork reports rapper Jim Jones tweeting: “I’m on my way to me the black keys a new rock n roll group then summer jam rehearsal [...]
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