Songs for the Deaf
Queens of the Stone Age · 2002
82 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · stoner rock
A gritty blend of hard rock energy and stoner grooves, infused with a desert ambiance.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied intensity wave-like pacing for engagement gritty sound for energetic release
- Context
- Released on August 27, 2002, 'Songs for the Deaf' was Queens of the Stone Age's third studio album and marked a significant moment in their rise to prominence after 'Rated R'. At this point, they had solidified their identity within the stoner rock genre while expanding their reach into mainstream rock audiences, aided by collaborations with Josh Homme's close associates.
- If you like
- alternative rock, hard rock, stoner rock
- What next
- Lullabies to Paralyze — Continues the hard rock energy with darker themes and a cohesive sound.
Songs for the Deaf is an album by Queens of the Stone Age, released in 2002. A gritty blend of hard rock energy and stoner grooves, infused with a desert ambiance. 'Songs for the Deaf' debuted at number 17 on the Billboard 200 and received widespread critical acclaim, solidifying the band's status as leaders in the alternative rock scene. Its influence can be seen in the resurgence of interest in hard rock aesthetics in the early 2000s, as well as its impact on subsequent bands exploring heavy and experimental sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Songs for the Deaf sound like?
A gritty blend of hard rock energy and stoner grooves, infused with a desert ambiance. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock. Start with "You Think I Ain’t Worth a Dollar, but I Feel Like a Millionaire".
Is Songs for the Deaf a good place to start with Queens of the Stone Age?
Yes, Songs for the Deaf is recommended as a starting point for new Queens of the Stone Age listeners. A gritty blend of hard rock energy and stoner grooves, infused with a desert ambiance. Released on August 27, 2002, 'Songs for the Deaf' was Queens of the Stone Age's third studio album and marked a significant moment in their rise to prominence after 'Rated R'. At this point, they had solidified their identity within the stoner rock genre while expanding their reach into mainstream rock audiences, aided by collaborations with Josh Homme's close associates.
Who is Songs for the Deaf for?
Songs for the Deaf works well if you're into dynamic journey with varied intensity, wave-like pacing for engagement and gritty sound for energetic release.
How many songs are on Songs for the Deaf?
Songs for the Deaf has 21 tracks, running approximately 82 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with You Think I Ain’t Worth a Dollar, but I Feel Like a Millionaire.
Disc 1
- 1 You Think I Ain’t Worth a Dollar, but I Feel Like a Millionaire Start here 3:12
- 2 No One Knows Standout 4:38
- 3 First It Giveth 3:18
- 4 A Song for the Dead Standout 5:52
- 5 The Sky Is Fallin’ 6:15
- 6 Six Shooter 1:19
- 7 Hangin’ Tree 3:06
- 8 Go With the Flow Standout 3:07
- 9 Gonna Leave You 2:50
- 10 Do It Again 4:04
- 11 God Is in the Radio 6:04
- 12 Another Love Song 3:16
- 13 A Song for the Deaf / Feel Good Hit of the Summer (reprise) 6:42
- 14 Mosquito Song 5:37
- 15 The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret (live at the Troubadour) 3:38
- 16 Everybody’s Gonna Be Happy 2:35
Disc 2
- 1 Monsters in the Parasol 4:02
- 2 No One Knows Standout 4:04
- 3 The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret 3:45
- 4 Quick and to the Pointless 1:48
- 5 Ode to Clarissa 3:05
Release Date
August 27, 2002
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
82 min 24 sec
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