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The Black Keys, a rock band thriving in a world of pop

The Black Keys, a rock band thriving in a world of pop

After a decade of steady albums and touring, The Black Keys' dedication to gritty blues and no-frills rock is finally paying off. In 2011, they had a banner year:

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