Brothers - The Black Keys

Brothers - The Black Keys (2010)


I really like these guys. Was glad to hear a new project from them this year.  Sadly, I did miss them when they were in town a couple weeks back. :(




Favorite: "Tighten Up" "Everlasting Light" "Sinister Kid" "The Go Getter" "Unknown Brother"
Least Favorite: "Ten Cent Pistol" - not that it's bad, just a little too similar to other tracks on the album.

Georgia Warhorse - JJ Grey & Mofro

been listening to a lot of new music lately.  just keep forgetting to take some time and post about it here. I'm going to try to remedy that going forward here.... but reviews will likely be more sparse. 

Georgia Warhorse by JJ Grey & Mofro (2010)

heard an interview with JJ on NPR the other day. That's how I found out this album was even around. He did a live studio performance of "Lullaby"...very pretty.
The rest of the album has more of a rock edge, but is all very soulful.

Favorite: "Lullaby"

The House That Dirt Built - The Heavy

The House That Dirt Built by The Heavy (2009)

The sophomore album from this British quartet. Their sound is a rocking mix of blues & funk with a little hip hop influence. Good stuff!

Favorite: "Long Way From Home" "Sixteen" granted, it is nearly a cover of the Screamin' Jay Hawkins song, "I Put A Spell On You", which I've always loved... but they do a damn good job with this tribute: including the requisite deep, slow bass thump of the funeral march, slightly distorted vocals and overall spooky feel.