The Black-Eyed Snakes

The Black-Eyed Snakes are an American music group. DeBaser published a 2004 review of their album Rise Up! highlighting a raw garage-rock/punk-blues sound.

The DeBaser review of Rise Up! (2004) notes guest contributions by Michael Gira and Tim Rutili. The review describes the album as mixing garage-rock and punk-blues and references comparisons to MC5, Blue Cheer and other proto-punk influences. The review also names Justin Sparhawk in the drumming context.

DeBaser's coverage highlights the band's 2004 album Rise Up! as a furious blend of garage rock and punk-blues. The review praises guest appearances by Michael Gira and Tim Rutili and likens several tracks to proto-punk and noisy rock predecessors. Overall the reception in the provided review is enthusiastic and vivid.

For:Fans of raw garage rock, punk-blues, noisy proto-punk and listeners who follow collaborations with artists like Michael Gira and Tim Rutili.