About this album
Where they were
Released on August 25, 2017, 'Villains' is the seventh studio album by Queens of the Stone Age, following their critically acclaimed '...Like Clockwork' (2013). At this point, frontman Josh Homme was consolidating his position as a rock innovator while embracing a more polished production style with Mark Ronson at the helm.
Why it matters
'Villains' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive reviews for its catchy hooks and sophisticated sound. The album marked a significant shift in the band's musical approach, blending their hard rock roots with disco and funk influences, thus influencing subsequent rock acts to explore similar stylistic fusions.
Essential tracks
- "The Way You Used to Do" — This track encapsulates the album's balance of danceable grooves and heavy riffs, showcasing a fresh direction for the band.
- "Feet Don’t Fail Me" — Opening the album with hypnotic beats, this song sets the tone for the lyrical exploration of vulnerability amidst strength.
- "The Evil Has Landed" — With its driving rhythm and menacing lyrics, this track exemplifies the darker themes interwoven throughout the album.
- "Villains of Circumstance" — The closing track presents a reflective moment that contrasts with the album's earlier energy, highlighting Homme's lyrical depth.
Release Date
August 25, 2017
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Feet Don’t Fail Me 5:41
- 2 The Way You Used to Do 4:34
- 3 Domesticated Animals 5:20
- 4 Fortress 5:27
- 5 Head Like a Haunted House 3:21
- 6 Un‐Reborn Again 6:40
- 7 Hideaway 4:18
- 8 The Evil Has Landed 6:30
- 9 Villains of Circumstance 6:09
