Queens Of The Stone Age – R

Rated R is the second studio album by Queens of the Stone Age and a decisive step in defining the band’s sonic identity.

Released in 2000, the record expands the group’s signature desert rock sound by incorporating greater sonic variety, stronger melodies and a more experimental approach. Moving between intense, aggressive tracks and more psychedelic and accessible moments, the album showcases a confident and inventive band, balancing heaviness, groove and irreverence. Rated R marked Queens of the Stone Age’s transition to a wider audience and is regarded as one of the most influential releases in their catalogue.