Queens of the Stone Age

Queens of the Stone Age

alternative rock, hard rock, stoner rock

United States Est. 1996

"With relentless grooves that build tension through driving rhythms and jagged guitar lines, their music demands engagement while creating a visceral connection."

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Rated R

Rated R

2000
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Career Arc

Queens of the Stone Age's discography from 1996 to 2023

1996 2009 2023
Gamma Ray (1996) Kyuss/Queens of the Stone... (1997) Queens of the Stone Age (1998) The Split CD (1998) If Only (1998) Rated R (2000) Feel Good Hit of the Summ... (2000) The Lost Art of Keeping a... (2000) Songs for the Deaf (2002) No One Knows (2002) First It Giveth (2003) Go with the Flow (2003) Little Sister (2004) Over the Years and Throug... (2005) Lullabies to Paralyze (2005) Stone Age Complication (2005) In My Head (2005) Burn the Witch (2006) Era Vulgaris (2007) Make It wit Chu (2007)
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.

Full discography

Queens of the Stone Age's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

31 releases • 12 albums • 2 EPS • 1996–2023
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...Like Cologne album by Queens of the Stone Age

...Like Cologne

2013

Gamma Ray album by Queens of the Stone Age

Gamma Ray

1996

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The Way You Used to Do album by Queens of the Stone Age

The Way You Used to Do

2017

The Vampyre of Time and Memory album by Queens of the Stone Age

The Vampyre of Time and Memory

2013

I Sat by the Ocean album by Queens of the Stone Age

I Sat by the Ocean

2013

My God Is the Sun album by Queens of the Stone Age

My God Is the Sun

2013

Make It wit Chu album by Queens of the Stone Age

Make It wit Chu

2007

The Fun Machine Took a Shit & Died album by Queens of the Stone Age

The Fun Machine Took a Shit & Died

2007

3's & 7's album by Queens of the Stone Age

3's & 7's

2007

Sick, Sick, Sick album by Queens of the Stone Age

Sick, Sick, Sick

2007

Burn the Witch album by Queens of the Stone Age

Burn the Witch

2006

In My Head album by Queens of the Stone Age

In My Head

2005

Little Sister album by Queens of the Stone Age

Little Sister

2004

First It Giveth album by Queens of the Stone Age

First It Giveth

2003

Go with the Flow album by Queens of the Stone Age

Go with the Flow

2003

No One Knows album by Queens of the Stone Age

No One Knows

2002

Feel Good Hit of the Summer album by Queens of the Stone Age

Feel Good Hit of the Summer

2000

The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret album by Queens of the Stone Age

The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret

2000

If Only album by Queens of the Stone Age

If Only

1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Queens of the Stone Age sound like?

With relentless grooves that build tension through driving rhythms and jagged guitar lines, their music demands engagement while creating a visceral connection. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock. Start with Songs for the Deaf.

What is the best Queens of the Stone Age album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Songs for the Deaf" (2002). It's the most representative of what makes Queens of the Stone Age worth hearing.

Who is Queens of the Stone Age for?

If you're into alternative rock and hard rock, Queens of the Stone Age is worth your time. With relentless grooves that build tension through driving rhythms and jagged guitar lines, their music demands engagement while creating a visceral connection.

How many albums does Queens of the Stone Age have?

Queens of the Stone Age has 31 releases in their discography, including 12 albums and 2 EPs.

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