The Black Keys are an American rock band formed in Akron, Ohio, in 2001, consisting of Dan Auerbach (guitar, vocals) and Patrick Carney (drums). Renowned for their raw blues rock sound, they emerged from the underground scene and achieved mainstream success in the late 2000s. Their music is noted for a stripped-down production style influenced by classic blues, with a modern twist.
The band gained critical acclaim with the release of their third album, "Rubber Factory" (2004), and broke into the mainstream with the success of "Brothers" (2010). The album earned them three Grammy Awards and included the hit single "Tighten Up". Their follow-up album, "El Camino" (2011), also won widespread acclaim and included the hit "Lonely Boy", further cementing their status as a prominent act in the rock genre.
