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Record Store Day 2013 Brings Special Vinyl Releases by the Black Keys, Flaming Lips + More

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 14:54:27 +0000

As an official sponsor for Record Store Day, which takes place nationally on April 20 and celebrates the culture surrounding still-standing indie record stores, Warner Bros. are rolling out limited edition vinyl treats from artists like the Black Keys, the Flaming Lips and Tegan and Sara.

Black Keys, Halestorm, Skrillex Bring Home Grammy Awards

Dave Kim — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 15:35:07 +0000

The 55th annual Grammy Awards have come and gone and rock artists certainly claimed their fair share of trophies. Big winners included blues duo the Black Keys, post-Format alt/pop rockers fun., GRD favorites Halestorm and more. The ceremony was aired last night (February 10) on CBS. As SPIN recounts, the Black Keys, Gotye, Skrillex, Jay-Z [...]

Black Keys Perform With Dr. John + Preservation Hall Jazz Band at 2013 Grammy Awards

Chad Childers — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 03:46:16 +0000

The Black Keys, already enjoying a big Grammy night winning three statues before the actual telecast and Best Rock Performance during the televised ceremony, carried over the good times to the Staples Center concert stage Sunday night (Feb. 10) at the 2013 Grammy Awards. The band performed ‘Lonely Boy,’ the song that gave them the [...]

The Black Keys Take Legal Action Against Casino

Chad Childers — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 11:00:13 +0000

The Black Keys may allow some of their music to be used in commercials, but the band isn't exactly thrilled that another company has been using a track that is similar to one of their songs. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the group has accused casino operator Pinnacle Entertainment of improper usage and has filed a lawsuit to stop it.

The Black Keys Sign on for Grammy Performance, Announce New Album Start Date

Chad Childers — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 04:59:04 +0000

The Black Keys were one of the top nominees when the Grammy Award nominations were announced last month and the band has confirmed they will take the stage to perform at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 10 in Los Angeles.

Arcade Fire, Adele + Black Keys Shortlisted for Best Original Song Oscar

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 03:00:31 +0000

The Grammys aren't the only major awards musicians can win. There's also the Academy Award for the Best Original Song in a film, and Arcade Fire, Adele and the Black Keys have made the shortlist of 75 artists up for that prestigious honor.

Rocktagon- Black Keys VS In This Moment

Jackie — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 22:41:33 +0000

Tonight Black Keys will be facing my favorite song right now! In This Moments, 'Whore'. Listen to both songs below and then vote in the poll! Tune in tonight around 8:30 when the Rocktagon begins!

The Black Keys- The Baddest Man Alive

In This Moment- Whore

Rocktagon- Against All Will VS The Black Keys

Jackie — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 22:49:24 +0000

Against All Will won over the weekend. Tonight I have a new song from the Black Keys featured on the new soundtrack from Quintin Tarantino's, The Man With The Iron Fists. Listen to both songs and vote for the one you like better! Tune in tonight at 8:30 when the Rocktagon begins!

Against All Will- Love The Way You Hate Me

The Black Keys- The Baddest Man Alive

Black Keys Settle Lawsuits Against Pizza Hut, Home Depot

Dave Kim — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 19:12:34 +0000

Blues-rock duo the Black Keys have settled out of court with Pizza Hut and Home Depot after claiming the U.S. chains used pieces of their music in commercials without permission. NME reports that the band came to agreements with both parties this month. The Black Keys’ lawyers informed a federal judge in Los Angeles, Calif. of [...]

Black Keys Singer Dan Auerbach Talks Upcoming Documentary, Johnny Depp, Acting + More

Dave Kim — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 20:12:33 +0000

Earlier this month we sat down with Black Keys frontman Dan Auerbach before their headlining performance at Lollapalooza in Chicago. After completing an exhaustive world tour with the Arctic Monkeys, which included a stop in Grand Rapids in March, the Akron, OH natives have no plans to take an extended break. Auerbach shared how surreal everything has been in regards to the Black Keys success, including a recent guest spot on the Comedy Central hit Workaholics.

Black Sabbath, Black Keys Light Up Day One of Lollapalooza 2012

Dave Kim — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 18:07:31 +0000

Day One of Lollapalooza 2012 came to a close thanks to a double dose of Black. The reunited Black Sabbath (minus drummer Bill Ward) and The Black Keys made sure rock and roll was the last thing festival goers heard on Friday night (August 3).

GRD Rocktagon – Papa Roach Vs The Black Keys

Dave Kim — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 22:00:12 +0000

Another night, another GRD Rocktagon as Papa Roach return for another round after disposing of Baroness with their new single, "Still Swingin'". This time Jacoby Shaddix and the boys take on blues-rock duo The Black Keys and their latest track, "Little Black Submarines".

Black Keys' Patrick Carney Discusses Road Life, Spotify Vs iTunes, Mixtapes + More

Dave Kim — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 18:32:40 +0000

The Black Keys played a raw and energized set at Van Andel Arena in downtown Grand Rapids a week ago. I was lucky enough to sit down with drummer Patrick Carney for a one-on-one interview before the show. Topics we touched on included their massive tour with Arctic Monkeys, Spotify Vs iTunes, making mixtapes for girls and more.

The Black Keys Give a Lesson on Rock and Roll at Van Andel Arena

Dave Kim — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:39:54 +0000

After months of anticipation, The Black Keys made their headlining Van Andel Arena debut last night (March 18) in Grand Rapids. The Akron, OH-turned-Nashville residents blasted through an 80+ minute set of their blues-heavy catalog to close to 9,000 people. View our photo gallery to see what you missed or re-live the night if you were at the show.

Black Keys' Dan Auerbach Thinks the Death of Rock is "Lame"

Dave Kim — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:51:01 +0000

The Black Keys have come a long way since their formation over 10 years ago. The duo have released #1 records, performed on late night TV shows like Saturday Night Live, graced the cover of Rolling Stone, played in venues around the world and everything else you and I can only dream of. I had the chance to talk to frontman Dan Auerbach about the band's overdue success, their new album El Camino and his stance about the so-called death of rock music.

Watch the Black Keys' Video for "Gold on the Ceiling"

Dave Kim — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:35:49 +0000

The Black Keys have unveiled the music video for their latest single "Gold on the Ceiling", off of their 2011 album El Camino. Unlike the clip for "Lonely Boy", which features one man and his Carlton Banks-like dance swag, the rock duo are prominently featured from beginning to end.

Black Keys, Radiohead, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg to Headline Coachella 2012

Dave Kim — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:17:22 +0000

The lineup for this year's Coachella Festival has been announced and boy does it not disappoint. Organizers let the cat out of the bag through a tweet yesterday, revealing that The Black Keys, Radiohead and hip-hop icons Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg will headline the event.

Win Tickets to See The Black Keys at Van Andel Arena

Dave Kim — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 22:48:45 +0000

How would you like to win tickets to see GRD present The Black Keys, with special guest Arctic Monkeys, March 18 at Van Andel Arena in downtown Grand Rapids? GRD Freeloaders have a chance to score tickets before they go on sale! All you need to do is click HERE to enter. If you’re not [...]

The Black Keys to Headline Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids

Dave Kim — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:46:49 +0000

The Black Keys have announced dates for their North American tour next Spring. The Akron, OH duo are upgrading to arenas across the country and are making a stop at Van Andel Arena in downtown Grand Rapids. The Black Keys are hitting the road in support of their upcoming album, El Camino, which will be [...]

Listen to 5 Songs From the Black Keys' 'El Camino'

Dave Kim — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:46:53 +0000

The Black Keys are gearing up to release their seventh studio album, El Camino, on December 6. Fans who are anxiously waiting for the new record can listen to 5 of the 11 tracks before it drops in stores. The Akron, OH duo seem to be in the giving mood, just in time for the [...]