Turn Blue
The Black Keys · 2014
45 min · 11 tracks · indie rock · garage rock · blues rock
A moody blend of blues rock and psychedelic influences that captures a sense of longing and introspection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for deep listening
- moody introspection during quiet moments
- gradual peaks that invite reflection
- suitable for evening relaxation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Represents a significant artistic evolution and received critical acclaim.
- Career context
- Released in 2014, 'Turn Blue' is The Black Keys' eighth studio album and marks a period of artistic evolution following their commercial peak with 'El Camino' in 2011. The duo explored darker themes and more elaborate production techniques, collaborating with notable producer Danger Mouse to create a sound that diverged from their earlier garage rock roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The White Stripes· Royal Blood· Jack White
- If this clicks, go next to
- Let's Rock — Continues the blues rock vibe while introducing a more upbeat energy.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Weight of Love".
- 1 Weight of Love Start here 6:50
- 2 In Time 4:28
- 3 Turn Blue 3:42
- 4 Fever 4:06
- 5 Year in Review 3:48
- 6 Bullet in the Brain 4:15
- 7 It’s Up to You Now 3:10
- 8 Waiting on Words 3:37
- 9 10 Lovers 3:33
- 10 In Our Prime 4:38
- 11 Gotta Get Away 3:02
What to play next
This album is considered a Critical Peak in The Black Keys's catalog. Represents a significant artistic evolution and received critical acclaim.
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