Black Lips is a garage rock band hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, known for their raucous live performances and rebellious persona. Formed in 1999 by lead vocalist and guitarist Cole Alexander, bassist Jared Swilley, drummer Joe Bradley, and guitarist Ben Eberbaugh, who tragically passed away in a car accident in 2002, the group has continued to evolve with changes in lineup over the years. Their raw, energetic sound draws influences from punk, garage, and lo-fi music, blended with a southern rock twist that gives them a distinct edge.

With a prolific output characterized by a gritty and unapologetic approach to music-making, Black Lips have built a sizable discography over the years. Releases like "Arabia Mountain" (2011), produced by Mark Ronson, and "Underneath the Rainbow" (2014) have cemented their place in the indie-rock landscape, showcasing their ability to balance rough edges with catchy melodies. The band's ninth studio album, "Satan's Graffiti or God's Art?" (2017), produced by Sean Lennon, explored more experimental sounds while their latest effort, "Sing in a World That's Falling Apart" (2020), saw the band return to their roots with a raw, country-infused garage punk aesthetic. Despite their modest mainstream success, Black Lips have remained influential figures in the underground music scene and continue to attract a dedicated fanbase with their inimitable style and defiance of conventional industry norms.

Genres

Atlanta Indie

Atlanta Punk

Garage Pop

Garage Rock

Indie Garage Rock

Neo-psychedelic

Noise Pop

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Latest Release

Good Bad Not Evil (Deluxe Edition)

Black Lips

Album - 20 Tracks - Released November 25, 2022