The Black Keys lit up Austin’s Moody Amphitheatre, on June 7th, with a night full of energy, nostalgia, and loud guitars. The weather helped set the mood. It was warm, but a cool breeze rolled through the open-air venue, keeping things comfortable and relaxed.

The night started strong with a set by The Heavy Heavy, a rock group from the UK. Their throwback sound, full of rich harmonies and ‘70s vibes, felt like the perfect opener. Their short set drew the crowd in and set the tone for the rest of the evening.

When The Black Keys took the stage, they dove straight into the classics. They opened with “Thickfreakness,” “The Breaks,” and “I’ll Be Your Man.” These early tracks reminded fans of the band’s raw, bluesy roots. From there, the show moved through a mix of hits and deep cuts.

Songs like “Gold on the Ceiling,” “Fever,” and “Wild Child” had the crowd on their feet. “I Got Mine” hit with full force, while “Weight of Love” brought a slower, more dreamy sound. Their cover of “On the Road Again” by Canned Heat was a fun, bluesy break in the set.

Later in the show, fan favorites like “Howlin’ for You,” “Tighten Up,” and “She’s Long Gone” kept the energy high. The band didn’t talk much between songs, but they didn’t need to. The music did all the talking.

The encore brought it home. “Little Black Submarines” started soft and slow before exploding into a wall of sound. Then came “Lonely Boy,” which had the whole amphitheater singing and dancing.

The Black Keys didn’t try to change who they are. They didn’t need flashy effects or big speeches. They just played great songs, loud and true. It was a reminder of how powerful simple, well-played rock music can be.

Between the cool breeze, the warm night, and the steady rhythm of a band in their zone, the concert felt like a perfect summer memory.

The Black Keys Set List

  • Your Man
  • Your Touch
  • Gold on the Ceiling
  • Fever
  • Wild Child
  • I Got Mine
  • Everlasting Light
  • Next Girl
  • The Night Before
  • Lo/Hi
  • Weight of Love
  • Too Afraid to Love You
  • Tighten Up
  • On the Road Again (Canned Heat cover)
  • No Rain, No Flowers
  • Heavy Soul
  • Howlin’ for You
  • She’s Long Gone
  • Little Black Submarines
  • Lonely Boy