EL CAMINO
Track Listing
Lonely Boy
Dead and Gone
Gold on the Ceiling
Little Black Submarines
Money Maker
Run Right Back
Sister
Hell of a Season
Stop Stop
Nova Baby
Mind Eraser
My Rating
8/10
Average Critic Rating
8.5/10
Overview
With ‘El Camino’, The Black Keys crank up the volume and deliver a blistering, high-energy record that blends Garage Rock grit with infectious melodic hooks. The album is a step into a rawer energy compared to its predecessor, with fuzzed-out guitar riffs, pounding rhythms, and a relentless sense of momentum, making it one of the duo’s most immediate and electrifying releases. There’s a playful, almost vintage Rock ‘n’ Roll swagger throughout, yet the production feels modern and punchy, keeping everything sharp and engaging. It’s a confident evolution of their sound - tight, dynamic, and packed with undeniable groove - yet still keeping in touch with their roots. This is a powerhouse album that proves simplicity and raw energy can still hit just as hard.
Recommended for start-up bands playing out of their garage looking for inspiration.
Featured Song
Gold on the Ceiling
Most Streamed
Lonely Boy
Least Streamed
Stop Stop
Underrated
Sister
TVV Top 3 Songs
Gold on the Ceiling | Little Black Submarines | Sister
Singles
Lonely Boy | Dead and Gone | Gold on the Ceiling | Little Black Submarines | Run Right Back
TVV Top 3 Non-Singles
Money Maker | Sister | Mind Eraser
Listen to Again?
Yes
No-Skip Album?
No
Album Artwork Rating
7.5/10
The album is called ‘El Camino’… so what else would you have on the front cover? Obviously not an El Camino… For some reason, the name of the album doesn’t match the car - maybe it’s irony - but nevertheless, the album cover is cool and gritty, perfectly matching the Garage Rock vibe.
Genre
Garage Rock
RL
Nonesuch Records
Recording Studio
Easy Eye Sound Studios II (Nashville, Tennessee)
Alternative Artwork