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Queens of the Stone Age

Queens of the Stone Age

alternative rock, hard rock, stoner rock

United States Est. 1996

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Sound in a sentence: "With relentless grooves that build tension through driving rhythms and jagged guitar lines, their music demands engagement while creating a visceral connection."
Queens of the Stone Age matters for their potent blend of heavy riffs and melodic hooks that has redefined the landscape of rock music, engaging generations of listeners who seek both grit and groove.
Queens of the Stone Age matters for their potent blend of heavy riffs and melodic hooks that has redefined the landscape of rock music, engaging generations of listeners who seek both grit and groove. Their ability to craft anthems that resonate emotionally while maintaining a hard edge has made them a cornerstone in alternative rock, influencing countless bands to explore darker themes while still embracing catchy melodies. Their approach is characterized by a willingness to experiment with structure and sound, often weaving together elements of stoner rock, punk, and even dance rhythms into a cohesive sonic tapestry. By employing unconventional time signatures and dynamic shifts, they create an atmosphere that feels both raw and polished, allowing each track to evolve while retaining its core intensity. This innovative approach invites listeners into a world where the familiar meets the unexpected, making their music feel alive. Lyrically, Queens of the Stone Age often delves into themes of desire, isolation, and the complexities of human relationships. The storytelling is laced with irony and sincerity, crafting narratives that are both relatable and surreal. Their vocal delivery oscillates between haunting and commanding, ensuring that each song hits with emotional weight while still allowing room for interpretation.

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Discography

31 releases • 14 studio • 1996–2023
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EPs ()

...Like Cologne

...Like Cologne

2013

Gamma Ray

Gamma Ray

1996

Singles ()

The Way You Used to Do

The Way You Used to Do

2017

The Vampyre of Time and Memory

The Vampyre of Time and Memory

2013

I Sat by the Ocean

I Sat by the Ocean

2013

My God Is the Sun

My God Is the Sun

2013

Make It wit Chu

Make It wit Chu

2007

The Fun Machine Took a Shit & Died

The Fun Machine Took a Shit & Died

2007

3's & 7's

3's & 7's

2007

Sick, Sick, Sick

Sick, Sick, Sick

2007

Burn the Witch

Burn the Witch

2006

In My Head

In My Head

2005

Little Sister

Little Sister

2004

First It Giveth

First It Giveth

2003

Go with the Flow

Go with the Flow

2003

No One Knows

No One Knows

2002

Feel Good Hit of the Summer

Feel Good Hit of the Summer

2000

The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret

The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret

2000

If Only

If Only

1998

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