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Universal acclaim- based on 227 Ratings

  • Artist(s): Dan Auerbach, Patrick Carney
  • Summary: The latest album for the duo of Daniel Auerbach and Patrick Carney features two tracks produced with Danger Mouse.

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. AllMusic
    90
    That’s the great thing about the Black Keys in general and Brothers in particular: the past and present intermingle so thoroughly that they blur, yet there’s no affect, just three hundred pounds of joy.
  2. Delusions of Adequacy
    90
    Whether or not you love their music, Brothers represents a champion sound for the duo, one that covers all of their best strengths onto a terrific album; you can’t ask for a better present than that.
  3. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    Six albums in, the Akron, Ohio, duo's backwoods-Zeppelin shtick remains paramount, but on Brothers, there's a new kind of shrewdness, too: real songwriting, and real hooks, beneath all that mondo riffage.
  4. Mojo
    80
    The old stomp is still here, but Alabama has stoked The Black Keys' dark side. [June 2010, p. 93]
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  5. Filter
    78
    The aptly titled Brothers isn't just another Black Keys album; it's the musical product of a cohesive symbiotic partnership. [Spring/Summer 2010, p.103]
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  6. The Boston Phoenix
    75
    Brothers finds the Black Keys digging their own space, one that needn’t be geographically defined.
  7. Clash Music
    60
    More Waitrose advert than classic Wrigley’s; the Black Keys’ raw power’s been polished. Some things are meant to stay rough around the edges.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. KlerkyJoe
    Dec 28, 2011
    10
    This album proves that The Black Keys are the best band in the world. Each one of their albums is unique and this album is one of their bestThis album proves that The Black Keys are the best band in the world. Each one of their albums is unique and this album is one of their best yet. Every single song is a knockout. If you like music, this is an absolute must listen… Collapse
  2. Jamison12
    Apr 13, 2014
    10
    Not only is Brothers arguably the best modern rock album there is, it's right up there among best rock albums ever. Brothers keeps the goodNot only is Brothers arguably the best modern rock album there is, it's right up there among best rock albums ever. Brothers keeps the good old rock sound we all love in this era of generic pop.… Expand
  4. themadguitarist
    Mar 8, 2011
    10
    Best album of 2010 no question... Only a few tracks that aren't great. Howlin' For You, Next Girl, Tighten Up, Sinister Kid, She's Long GoneBest album of 2010 no question... Only a few tracks that aren't great. Howlin' For You, Next Girl, Tighten Up, Sinister Kid, She's Long Gone are all instant classics.… Expand
  5. Film_Fanatic_15
    Nov 22, 2010
    9
    The Black Keys have this originality that keeps listeners wanting more, so they continue the soothing melodies and amazing vocals on each andThe Black Keys have this originality that keeps listeners wanting more, so they continue the soothing melodies and amazing vocals on each and every track, but still strangely keeping you awake.… Expand
  6. jetboy
    Aug 21, 2010
    9
    the black keys are an incredible band. they have the unique ability to release new albums that are good. Brothers is not just good, it isthe black keys are an incredible band. they have the unique ability to release new albums that are good. Brothers is not just good, it is better than their previous release "Attack and Release" which was also an incredible album… Expand
  7. lovemusic
    Jun 21, 2011
    9
    great album. it was very good. i liked it a lot. it was creative and very pop friendly. it was one of the best albums if last year.great album. it was very good. i liked it a lot. it was creative and very pop friendly. it was one of the best albums if last year. good album. near perfect… Expand
  8. All_ButTrU4
    Feb 9, 2022
    4
    The aptly titled Brothers isn't just another Black Keys album; it's the musical product of a cohesive symbiotic partnership. find the bandThe aptly titled Brothers isn't just another Black Keys album; it's the musical product of a cohesive symbiotic partnership. find the band coming back home should be the subtitle. Gone is the experimental and soul beaten pressure to sound like someone that is destitute. Must listen tracks, Next Girl (Gangstarr tribute?) , Tighten Up, She's Long Gone, Ten Cent Pistol and Sinister Kid.evolves their sound without sacrificing anything- the bass and keyboard additions are all tasteful and well placed. It's only fault is that it runs a little too long at almost an hour. The first half of the album is a 10/10, but after "The Only One," it slows down a little too much.… Expand

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