Half of the Black Keys to Release a Solo Album

Dan Auerbach, still sporting the "Civil War beard" (as Timmy puts it), is the guitar-slinging/singing half of the guitar/drums duo that is the Black Keys. Dan's releasing a solo effort on February 10 called Keep It Hid. No clues to as to the sound he'll be going for, but I feel confident with a prediction that the record will be of the blues/rock persuasion, although I'm betting it'll be on the lighter, bluesier side (otherwise, no real reason to abandon drummer Pat).

"I Got Mine" from Attack & Release on Letterman...a slice of rock & roll heaven.