American musician
Born: May 17, 1973
Josh Homme is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer best known as the founder, lead vocalist, and guitarist of the rock band Queens of the Stone Age. He was born on May 17, 1973, in Joshua Tree, California.
Homme began his musical career in the early 1990s as the guitarist for the stoner rock band Kyuss. The band gained a cult following and helped establish the desert rock scene. After Kyuss disbanded in 1995, Homme went on to form Queens of the Stone Age (QOTSA) in 1996.
QOTSA quickly gained critical acclaim with their self-titled debut album in 1998, known for its heavy sound and dark, brooding lyrics. The band’s subsequent albums, such as “Rated R” (2000), “Songs for the Deaf” (2002), and “…Like Clockwork” (2013), further solidified their reputation and expanded their fan base.
Josh Homme’s musical style with Queens of the Stone Age is characterized by a blend of hard rock, alternative rock, and desert rock, often featuring distinctive guitar riffs and catchy melodies. He has been praised for his songwriting abilities and his distinctive, powerful voice.
In addition to his work with QOTSA, Homme has collaborated with numerous other artists and bands, including Dave Grohl and John Paul Jones in the supergroup Them Crooked Vultures. He has also produced albums for various artists, such as Arctic Monkeys, Mark Lanegan, and Eagles of Death Metal.
Josh Homme’s contributions to the rock music scene have earned him widespread recognition and respect as a talented musician. His creative vision and unique approach to songwriting continue to influence and inspire rock musicians worldwide.
Josh Homme’s 5 most popular quotes
- If you’re trying to do something different, you can’t ask someone to help, because they’ll want to make it not different.
- I got into guitar because no parent will buy their eight-year-old kid drums, unless they’re divorced and trying to get back at their wife.
- I write about my life and the lives of people around me and situations, and the idea’s for each record to try to make you a better person, to understand the life that you lead more.
- I think the notion of understanding each other is a relief. It’s not a thing you get with everyone you hang out with.
- I hate that sense of entitlement or the sense of business crawling into playing music.
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