The band's raw debut album featuring blues-driven garage rock that defined their early sound, available in multiple pressing variants.
Artist page · 04/07/2026
The Black Keys
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The Black Keys, From Akron blues roots to modern rock success since 2001.
14 LPs and 7" singles tracked with live vinyl price ranges, including rare editions and remastered sets.
The Black Keys consist of guitarist and singer Dan Auerbach and drummer Patrick Carney. Their music is a raw mix of blues rock and alternative rock, with heavy influence from traditional blues artists like Junior Kimbrough, whom they honored in their 2006 mini-album Chulahoma containing six cover tracks. Their debut LP The Big Come Up was released in 2002 on Alive Records, an independent label focusing on underground blues and rock. Over time, the band grew popular worldwide, leading to multiple vinyl editions including deluxe box sets and colored pressings. Their extensive catalog features albums such as Brothers (2010) and Dropout Boogie (2022), notable for a strong presence in vinyl collectors’ markets.
Vinyles.com tracks 14 official vinyl releases from The Black Keys spanning…
Discography
The Black Keys — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Easy Eye Sound · 2026
Warner Records · 2025
Nonesuch · 2024
Nonesuch · 2022
Nonesuch · 2022
Easy Eye Sound · 2021
Nonesuch · 2019
Nonesuch · 2014
Nonesuch · 2011
Nonesuch · 2010
Nonesuch · 2008
Nonesuch · 2006
Fat Possum Records · 2006
Fat Possum Records · 2004
Fat Possum Records · 2003
Alive Records · 2002Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up The Black Keys's career.




The essentials
The 3 The Black Keys albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Breakthrough album blending blues rock with indie influences, released on Nonesuch with deluxe vinyl editions available.
Recent release showcasing a matured blues-rock style, available worldwide with standard and limited edition vinyl pressings.
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Artists who share part of The Black Keys's musical DNA.
Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of The Black Keys
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"We have always been deeply rooted in traditional blues, shaping our sound around its core principles."— Dan Auerbach
The Big Come Up marks the starting point
The Black Keys released their debut album The Big Come Up in 2002 on the independent Alive Records label, which specialized in underground blues and rock.
Chulahoma album honors Junior Kimbrough
In 2006, The Black Keys released Chulahoma, a mini album of six covers paying homage to blues guitarist Junior Kimbrough, a primary influence on their sound.
Brothers sees deluxe remastered 9x7" vinyl box set
The 2010 album Brothers has deluxe vinyl editions including a 2021 limited edition box of nine remastered 7" singles on Nonesuch Records.
Dropout Boogie available worldwide with multiple vinyl pressings
Their 2022 album Dropout Boogie was released on Nonesuch with editions including standard, limited, and colored vinyl available worldwide.
Future releases No Rain, No Flowers and Ohio Players
Vinyl editions of No Rain, No Flowers (2025) and Ohio Players (2024) are tracked with live prices, reflecting ongoing collector interest.
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FAQ
FAQ: The Black Keys on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who are the members of The Black Keys?
The Black Keys are a duo consisting of Dan Auerbach (guitar, vocals) and Patrick Carney (drums).
What genres does The Black Keys' music cover?
Their sound blends blues rock, alternative rock, garage rock, and indie influences.
When was The Black Keys' first album released?
Their debut album The Big Come Up was released in 2002 on Alive Records.
Are there special vinyl editions of The Black Keys' albums?
Yes, several albums such as Brothers and Dropout Boogie have limited edition, remastered, and deluxe vinyl pressings.
How can I distinguish original pressings from reissues?
Original pressings usually have specific catalog numbers, release years, and often mention 'original' in the pressing details; reissues vary by country and label.
What is the typical price range for The Black Keys vinyl?
Prices vary widely, from about 13 to 58 euros, depending on rarity, edition, and condition of the vinyl.
Are The Black Keys' albums available on vinyl in France?
Yes, many albums are distributed in Europe and can be found in France through various vinyl retailers and importers.
Which Black Keys album should I start collecting on vinyl?
Starting points include The Big Come Up for early raw blues rock and Brothers for a polished introduction to their mainstream sound.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.

