Queens of the Stone Age

Queens of the Stone Age's eponymous debut album, released on 22 September 1998 via Loosegroove Records, marks a pivotal moment in the band's history. Founded by vocalist and guitarist Josh Homme in 1996, following the demise of his previous band Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age was poised to bring desert rock to the forefront of the music scene.

This seminal album, primarily written and recorded by Homme and his former Kyuss bandmate Alfredo Hernández, showcases the band's unique blend of stoner rock and alternative rock. With Hernández on drums and Homme handling vocals and the remainder of the instruments, the album's 11 tracks, including 'Regular John', 'Avon', and 'You Can't Quit Me Baby', demonstrate the band's ability to craft infectious, heavy riffs and memorable melodies.

Originally released with artwork by Frank Kozik, this debut album has been restored to its original sequence and is now available on standard black and limited-edition Opaque Orange vinyl, complete with an obi-strip designed by longtime collaborator Boneface. With a duration of 46 minutes, Queens of the Stone Age's debut is a masterclass in concise, high-energy songwriting.

As the band's first foray into the music scene, Queens of the Stone Age's self-titled debut laid the groundwork for their future success, including their subsequent signing with Interscope Records and the release of their major-label debut, Rated R. Queens of the Stone Age's debut album is a testament to the band's innovative spirit and their contribution to the stoner rock and alternative rock genres.