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Released 20 years ago

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • concise, engaging listening experience
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • immediate hooks and energy
  • steady, consistent energy levels

Where this album fits

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.
Stylistic neighbors
The Dead Weather· Jack White· Wolfmother

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Steady, as She Goes 3:35
  • 2 Hands 4:01
  • 3 Broken Boy Soldier 3:02
  • 4 Intimate Secretary 3:30
  • 5 Together 3:58
  • 6 Level 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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