The Black Keys' debut album, now on stunning starburst vinyl! Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney's inaugural full length from 2002 channels bluesy southern rock a la CCR and the Allman Brothers with a modern flair. Since its original release the band has garnered much critically and commercial success, so chances are you've heard of these guys before (and you're probably a fan). You might even have the album on some other format, but the vinyl version is definitely something for the collection, particularly because it contains alternate versions of their cover of The Beatles' "She Said, She Said," "Heavy Soul," and "Yearnin'," as well as an exclusive cover of The Stooges' "No Fun." Other songs to check include "Do The Rump," "I'll Be Your Man," "Countdown," and "Brooklyn Bound." This 2017 colored vinyl repress is an edition of 600 so act quick.

• limited edition of 600
• starburst colored vinyl
• music label: Alive 2017

reviewed by Hires 01/2018