Broken Boy Soldiers
The Raconteurs · 2006
33 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A raw fusion of garage rock energy and melodic hooks that captures the essence of mid-2000s alternative rock.
Why this album works
'Broken Boy Soldiers' received critical acclaim, debuting at number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart and being recognized for revitalizing garage rock influences. The album's standout single, 'Steady, as She Goes,' became a significant radio hit, cementing the band's place in the alternative rock landscape.
- Career context
- Released in January 2006, 'Broken Boy Soldiers' marked The Raconteurs' debut album, showcasing the collaboration between Jack White and Brendan Benson. At this point, White was already renowned for his work with The White Stripes, while Benson aimed to carve out his own identity in the rock scene.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Steady, as She Goes Standout 3:35
- 2 Hands 4:01
- 3 Broken Boy Soldier Standout 3:02
- 4 Intimate Secretary 3:30
- 5 Together 3:58
- 6 Level Standout 2:21
- 7 Store Bought Bones 2:25
- 8 Yellow Sun 3:20
- 9 Call It a Day 3:36
- 10 Blue Veins 3:52
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