The Black Keys - Rubber Factory

The Black Keys’ Rubber Factory is a raw and gritty showcase of the duo’s blues-rock prowess. Released in 2004, this third studio album was self-produced by the band and recorded in an abandoned tire factory in Akron, Ohio, lending the album its unique, unpolished charm. Tracks like “10 A.M. Automatic” and “Girl Is on My Mind” feature the band’s signature mix of fuzzy guitar riffs and soulful vocals, cementing their place in the indie rock scene.

Rubber Factory received widespread acclaim for its authentic, garage-rock energy and became The Black Keys' first album to chart on the Billboard 200, peaking at number 143. This record is a must-have for fans of blues-infused rock and anyone looking to dive deeper into The Black Keys’ early, self-made sound.