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Them Crooked Vultures

Them Crooked Vultures · 2009

66 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock

A hard-hitting fusion of alternative rock and stoner vibes with intricate musicianship and thunderous riffs.

Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim upon release, earning a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance for 'New Fang'. It debuted at number 12 on the Billboard 200 and showcased a blend of styles that influenced the hard rock genre in the late 2000s, solidifying its place in rock history.
Career context
Them Crooked Vultures marked the supergroup's debut album, featuring members from iconic bands like Nirvana, Queens of the Stone Age, and Led Zeppelin. Released in 2009, this project came during a period of exploration for Josh Homme following the commercial success of 'Era Vulgaris', allowing him to collaborate with legends like Dave Grohl and John Paul Jones.
Stylistic neighbors
Myles Kennedy· Mötley Crüe· Crush 40

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 No One Loves Me & Neither Do I 5:10
  • 2 Mind Eraser, No Chaser Standout 4:07
  • 3 New Fang Standout 3:49
  • 4 Dead End Friends 3:15
  • 5 Elephants Standout 6:50
  • 6 Scumbag Blues 4:26
  • 7 Bandoliers 5:42
  • 8 Reptiles 4:16
  • 9 Interlude With Ludes 3:45
  • 10 Warsaw or the First Breath You Take After You Give Up 7:50
  • 11 Caligulove 4:55
  • 12 Gunman 4:45
  • 13 Spinning in Daffodils 7:28

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