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Black Kids formed in 2006 in Jacksonville, Florida, weaving sharp indie pop with jangly guitars and bright melodies. The core lineup includes Reggie Youngblood, Ali Youngblood, Dawn Watley, Owen Holmes, with Kevin Snow as a key contributor. From self-released beginnings to charting success in the UK, Black Kids have built a reputation for catchy hooks, energetic live performances, and a resilient independent spirit. Here’s what you need to know about their journey, discography, and where to catch them on tour.

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Key moments include the debut EP Wizard of Ahhhs (self-released in August 2007) and the 2008 debut album Partie Traumatic, which peaked at No. 5 on the UK Albums Chart. The lead single, I’m Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You, climbed to UK No. 11, followed by Hurricane Jane at UK No. 36 and Look at Me (When I Rock Wichoo) at UK No. 175. After a period of activity, the band re-emerged with the ROOKIE album in 2017, released independently, along with singles such as Obligatory Drugs, If My Heart Is Broken, and IFFY. Rolling Stone named Black Kids one of the 2008 Artists to Watch, and they were highlighted in the BBC Sound of 2008 poll. You can connect with the band through their official social channels listed on their site, including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, and Bandcamp for discography details.

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The essentials

Quick Facts About Black Kids

  • Formed in 2006 in Jacksonville, Florida (members: Reggie Youngblood, Ali Youngblood, Dawn Watley, Owen Holmes, with Kevin Snow).
  • Debut EP Wizard of Ahhhs (self-released, Aug 2007); expanded edition released in 2022 after a vinyl reissue program.
  • Debut album Partie Traumatic (2008) peaked at No. 5 on the UK Albums Chart; US release via Columbia/Almost Gold.
  • Lead single I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You peaked at UK No. 11; Hurricane Jane reached UK No. 36; Look at Me (When I Rock Wichoo) reached UK No. 175.
  • Returned in 2017 with the ROOKIE album (Sept 15, 2017), released independently; follow-up singles include Obligatory Drugs, If My Heart Is Broken, and IFFY.
  • Rol ling Stone named Black Kids one of the 2008 Artists to Watch; they were also noted in the BBC Sound of 2008 poll.

The records

Black Kids Discography

  • ROOKIE
    2017 · Independent / Self-released
  • Partie Traumatic
    2008 · Almost Gold / Columbia

The hits

Top Black Kids Songs

  • Obligatory Drugs
    2017 · —
  • If My Heart Is Broken
    2017 · —
  • IFFY
    2017 · —
  • I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You
    2008 · UK 11
  • Hurricane Jane
    2008 · UK 36
  • Look at Me (When I Rock Wichoo)
    2008 · UK 175

Key moments include the debut EP Wizard of Ahhhs (self-released in August 2007) and the 2008 debut album Partie Traumatic, which peaked at No. 5 on the UK Albums Chart. The lead single, I’m Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You, climbed to UK No. 11, followed by Hurricane Jane at UK No. 36 and Look at Me (When I Rock Wichoo) at UK No. 175. After a period of activity, the band re-emerged with the ROOKIE album in 2017, released independently, along with singles such as Obligatory Drugs, If My Heart Is Broken, and IFFY. Rolling Stone named Black Kids one of the 2008 Artists to Watch, and they were highlighted in the BBC Sound of 2008 poll. You can connect with the band through their official social channels listed on their site, including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, and Bandcamp for discography details.

For fans planning trips to live gigs, we provide up-to-date tour information and ticket options. Secure your seats with a few clicks—your friendly, no-fuss connection to great shows.

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