The Black Keys - Brothers

Auerbach(Guitar/Singer) and Carney (Drummer/Producer) are back at it again. Almost like Batman and Robin but in a lot less spandex. They haven't changed the technique to the way they write in the new album "Brothers" but they have most certainly upgraded the formula. The two are always progressing and trying to reach the top of their field. And with Blues/Rock you have to be at the top of your game to get noticed. In this case they both bring their so called "A game" to this epic release.

The start of the album is already knocked out of the park with a catchy pop song that will tap your toes and have you singing the chorus for days. Everlasting light shines (pun intended) from start to finish. If this song doesn't get played on the radio Next Girl (the next song) should be. With a beat like a heart and the desire to find someone new Auerbach and Carney bring out one of their greatest songs yet. You can feel the emotion in the way the song progresses. And for all of those who just got out of a vicious and god awful relationship dont feel guilty blasting this song from your rooftop. As for the rest of the album Tighten Up, Howlin For you, and Sinister Child all keep you dancing and never take you away from the album as a full. The slower r&b and soul type songs the album offers rarely hit a boring stage, Never Give You Up and Too Afraid to Love dont ever let you down. This album is sure to be one of the best of the year.

For not being brothers, Dan and Patrick are on the exact same page as siblings would be. and as for a band with now 6 albums behind them, several ep's, and produced one of the best rap albums of last year they should be considered some of the best musicians of our age.

Tighten Up Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpaPBCBjSVc&feature=channel

Synopsis: One of the best blues/rock adventures for your ears. Go get it.

Score: 86
1- Listen from start to finish:17
2- Listen again within a week: 17
3- Originality: 17
4- Advancement:16
5- Buyers Remorse:19