queens of the stone age - ...like clockwork (2lp)

heaviness. Built around Josh Homme’s health struggles during its creation, the album trades desert-rock bravado for brooding atmospheres, cinematic arrangements, and deeply personal songwriting. Tracks move between slow-burning tension and explosive release, blending orchestral touches with gritty riffs. Widely praised for its maturity and cohesion, this is one of the band’s most introspective and powerful statements.

Released: 31 May 2013