The Black Keys - Sinister Kid Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When was the song 'Sinister Kid' by The Black Keys released?

   'Sinister Kid' was released in 2010 as part of The Black Keys' sixth studio album, 'Brothers.'

2. Where was 'Sinister Kid' recorded?

   'Sinister Kid' was recorded at Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Sheffield, Alabama, during a 10-day session by The Black Keys.

3. Who produced 'Sinister Kid'?

   The song 'Sinister Kid' was co-produced by The Black Keys, Mark Neill, and Danger Mouse. However, Danger Mouse only produced the album’s lead single 'Tighten Up.'

4. What kind of studio equipment was used to record 'Sinister Kid'?

   For recording 'Sinister Kid,' The Black Keys and producer Mark Neill used vintage equipment, including portions of a Universal Audio 610 console, a 1950s Pultec panning mixer, and a 10:2 Studer monitoring mixer.

5. Did 'Sinister Kid' achieve any chart success?

   While 'Sinister Kid' itself was not released as a single, the album 'Brothers' was a commercial breakthrough, selling over 73,000 copies in its first week in the U.S. and peaking at number three on the Billboard 200.

6. What was unique about the studio environment during the recording of 'Sinister Kid'?

   Muscle Shoals Sound Studio was a historic location that had been a poorly maintained museum before The Black Keys recorded there. They brought their own equipment due to the studio being just an empty building with limited functional gear.