1998 Desert rock was reborn.
When Queens of the Stone Age released their debut album, it arrived like a heatwave; hypnotic riffs, gritty grooves and a sound that felt both primal and futuristic. This wasn’t just a rock record; it was a new blueprint.
 
From the rolling pulse of Regular John to the swagger of If Only, the eerie haze of Walking on the Sidewalks and the iconic closer I Was a Teenage Hand Model, the album mixes precision with rawness, minimalism with attitude. It’s lean, loud, and loaded with Josh Homme’s unmistakable guitar tone. A cornerstone for fans of alt-rock, stoner rock and everything fuzz-drenched and unapologetically loud.
 
Perfect for: collectors, desert-rock devotees, and anyone who believes great riffs should loop in your head for days.
 
⚡ Caution: May cause involuntary head-nodding, extended jam sessions, and cravings for desert road trips.
 
Tracklist
Regular John
Avon
If Only
Walkin’ on the Sidewalks
You Would Know
The Bronze
How to Handle a Rope (A Lesson in the Lariat)
Mexicola
Hispanic Impressions
You Can’t Quit Me Baby
These Aren't The Droids Youre Looking For
Give the Mule What He Wants
Spiders And Vinegaroons
I Was a Teenage Hand Model