El Camino
The Black Keys · 2011
38 min · 11 tracks · indie rock · garage rock · blues rock
Raw blues-infused rock meets polished production, crafting anthemic choruses and gritty guitar riffs.
Why this album works
'El Camino' debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and received a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album in 2013. Its lead single, 'Lonely Boy,' became a defining track of the era, praised for its catchy hooks and contributing to the revival of interest in blues rock during the early 2010s.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels short, engaging listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on December 6, 2011, 'El Camino' marked a pivotal moment for The Black Keys as their seventh studio album. This release followed their commercial breakthrough with 'Brothers' in 2010, further solidifying their status in the mainstream rock scene. The album showcased a more refined sound while maintaining their garage rock roots, appealing to both new fans and longtime followers.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The White Stripes· The Guess Who· Zoopark
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Tracklist
New here? Start with "Lonely Boy".
- 1 Lonely Boy Start here 3:13
- 2 Dead and Gone 3:41
- 3 Gold on the Ceiling Standout 3:44
- 4 Little Black Submarines Standout 4:11
- 5 Money Maker 2:57
- 6 Run Right Back 3:17
- 7 Sister 3:25
- 8 Hell of a Season 3:45
- 9 Stop Stop 3:30
- 10 Nova Baby 3:27
- 11 Mind Eraser 3:15
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