Songs For The Deaf
by Queens of the Stone Age
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 441 Ratings

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  1. All_ButTrU4
    May 20, 2022
    5
    Good ol' sleazy dessert rock with a traditional edge that imbued the 90's with it's generation defying ethos of counter culture. It's an uneven effort overall.
  2. clem666
    Nov 18, 2021
    9
    Stunning effort. This album is Queens of the Stone Age's paroxysm. If the stoner rock ambiance asks a bit to get used to it definitely will pay back a hundredfold. Dave Grohl's presence is as unavoidable as noticeable. The panel of sounds and rythms the band manage to offer is just insane: there are many switches, surprising turns of events and Oliveri, Homme & Lanegan's voices bring anStunning effort. This album is Queens of the Stone Age's paroxysm. If the stoner rock ambiance asks a bit to get used to it definitely will pay back a hundredfold. Dave Grohl's presence is as unavoidable as noticeable. The panel of sounds and rythms the band manage to offer is just insane: there are many switches, surprising turns of events and Oliveri, Homme & Lanegan's voices bring an amazing depth all along.

    This project sounds like one of your dad's favourite. But it is actually more than that. Terrific riffs, great lyrics, interesting concept, frenzied rhythms make catchy and unforgettable tracks packed in one album. Clearly a must-listen to for each and every rock lover.    … Expand
  3. Mellowry
    Aug 18, 2021
    10
    A classic in rock history. Probably inspiration to many others creating bands and records we hear today. Definitely their best album to date with mean powerful riffs and fitting lyrics!
  4. Aboodash56
    Jul 2, 2021
    9
    Easily one of the best rock albums ever released and considered to be one of the greatest albums of all time, Songs for The Deaf sees Queens of The Stone Age at the height of their creativity, as they take us to a high-octane road trip to the desert. Everything about this album kicks ass, from the guitar riffs, to Dave Grohl's drumming to the vocals of Josh Homme, Mark Lanegan and NickEasily one of the best rock albums ever released and considered to be one of the greatest albums of all time, Songs for The Deaf sees Queens of The Stone Age at the height of their creativity, as they take us to a high-octane road trip to the desert. Everything about this album kicks ass, from the guitar riffs, to Dave Grohl's drumming to the vocals of Josh Homme, Mark Lanegan and Nick Oliveri. From the hard blues rock of No One Knows to the slower, acoustic jam of Mosquito Song, the band is able to showcase their diversity musically, while delivering self-aware and intelligent lyricism. The radio station interludes also manage to keep the listener hooked on the trip. It's astonishing the band are able to make a great concept record while giving us a great record packed with great tunes, If you're a fan of hard rock and stoner rock, this album is for you.… Expand
  5. johnchill
    Apr 19, 2019
    9
    A soundscape of experimental and conceptual depth, impressive creative dimensions and unforgettable riffs and lyrics.
  6. reynoljo
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece.

    The concept is ideal for an album. Every song explores its individual theme perfectly (remember when you're reviewing not to impose your expectations upon a song/album -- insofar as baseline sound, musical expectations and song titles are concerned, this album delivers 10/10). The vocals are superb, as is the instrumentation -- the only thing a critic could pick on    A masterpiece.

    The concept is ideal for an album.

    Every song explores its individual theme perfectly (remember when you're reviewing not to impose your expectations upon a song/album -- insofar as baseline sound, musical expectations and song titles are concerned, this album delivers 10/10).

    The vocals are superb, as is the instrumentation -- the only thing a critic could pick on is the lack of pop sensibility, but this album isn't about pop; moreover, it had a smash hit with "No One Knows".

    If you want to critique it in terms of artistic advancement, this album delivers: here we encounter the Palm Springs rock-aesthetic of the 90s for the first time on a broad scale (not Kyuss, but on a mainstream scale) in its most accessible and irresistible form -- beyond driving out to a generator concert.

    Chiefly, the songwriting on this QOTSA jaunt is immaculate. Josh Homme is molten on every cylinder, and where Nick Oliveri takes over, his contributions are unforgettable and add to the broader flavour of the album -- insofar as it would ruin SFTD if you took them away.

    *** Need I say it? Dave Grohl smacks the drums into ten-dozen dimensions during playthrough.

    If you want to hear the left-wing of rock in the 00s, you must listen to this tour-de-force of an album, otherwise you'll look like a hack.    … Expand
  7. Demilith
    Dec 27, 2018
    9
    Un album pesado, de gran sonido stoner, mezclado con sonidos de la musica en español, grandes canciones del rock, un impredicidble
  8. Andremax
    Jul 10, 2018
    10
    The good, pointless and old rock and roll. The best QOTSA album, among with Rated R (2000). Josh Homme isn't a virtuoso guitar player, but this fact doesn't prevent that he compose many of his best songs. Another goal is the marvelous band that accompanies Homme. Mark Lanegan that lend his powerful voice, Nick Oliveri always offering amazing bass lines and finally the sacred rock'sThe good, pointless and old rock and roll. The best QOTSA album, among with Rated R (2000). Josh Homme isn't a virtuoso guitar player, but this fact doesn't prevent that he compose many of his best songs. Another goal is the marvelous band that accompanies Homme. Mark Lanegan that lend his powerful voice, Nick Oliveri always offering amazing bass lines and finally the sacred rock's monstrer Dave Grohl that occupies the drumsticks masterfully. Materpiece.… Expand
  9. LaurenKron
    Mar 26, 2018
    9
    I was kid, confused and didn't know what I should listen. I was searching something new. I my music taste didn't form yet and I found what I want, I found many new albums, music ,singer and one of the albums was this. Thank for the memories. If you like rock, metal, if you brain can take loud music, this album will be treasure for you.
  10. AkumaJack
    Jun 22, 2017
    9
    That's one of my favourite album ever made.

    The opening with "You think I ain't worth a dollar" is like being shot right in the ears. The concept of the Radio stations is well executed, they explore different types of songs to match hypothetic stations.
    Like "Another love song" is their take on pop and catchy lovesongs.

    The album featured Dave Grohl playing drums and is a blast.
  11. bdurmaz
    Apr 26, 2017
    10
    A full throttle ride through the deserts of California that never slows down. Every riff from this masterpiece has managed to establish itself as an instant classic. The album always seemed a bit under-appreciated because of its besettling nature, so it was nice to see it recognized and praised like it deserves to be. One of the best albums of the century for me.
  12. kharaa
    Jan 31, 2016
    9
    Outstanding album through and through, the entire thing was a pleasure to listen to. From melodic songs like go with the flow, or the incredible drumming by dave grohl in no one knows.
  13. Ricko
    Dec 9, 2014
    8
    Bruising and brilliant, this is as cool as hard-rock gets. "Songs for the Deaf" is undoubtedly the best record produced by QOTSA by a long way in my opinion. The brilliantly titled opener "You think I ain't worth a dollar but I feel like a millionaire" sets things off and there is no let up until the closer "Mosquito Song". "No one Knows" and "Go with the Flow" have become alt rockBruising and brilliant, this is as cool as hard-rock gets. "Songs for the Deaf" is undoubtedly the best record produced by QOTSA by a long way in my opinion. The brilliantly titled opener "You think I ain't worth a dollar but I feel like a millionaire" sets things off and there is no let up until the closer "Mosquito Song". "No one Knows" and "Go with the Flow" have become alt rock classics since the release of this album but there are so many great tracks on this record its hard to pick out highlights. "Six Shooter" will practically singe your eyebrows. At times you would be forgiven for having sympathy for the instruments played on this record as the drums and guitars get a real hammering on this. Which brings me to the drumming - it is simply outstanding and backing it up is near perfect guitar work. One of those records where everything clicks for the band. A hard rock treasure. … Expand
  14. The_PUNisher97
    Nov 27, 2014
    10
    It goes without saying that damn near anything Dave Grohl touches turns to gold, and his presence on this album is no exception. This is a classic QOTSA album from start to finish. The bass is aggressive and chunky, guitars are haunting, the vocal delivery from Hommes is drawly and sleazy as always, the drums are kickin', and the riffs are instant classics.
  15. DDD99
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Do I even need to tell you why this album is great? It's been praised to no end and rightfully so. Some of Queens's best work is just this album heard front to back. The little things are what make this album go from great to masterful. The satirical radio interludes go hand in hand with the songs that follow or come before not only in theme, but in tone. The guitar tones and playing styleDo I even need to tell you why this album is great? It's been praised to no end and rightfully so. Some of Queens's best work is just this album heard front to back. The little things are what make this album go from great to masterful. The satirical radio interludes go hand in hand with the songs that follow or come before not only in theme, but in tone. The guitar tones and playing style were some of the most original and bold for the time. The use of 3 lead singers. The shift in musical styles to fit each singer. This album kicks ass.… Expand
  16. PyongyangMayor
    Aug 17, 2014
    10
    This is an amazing album. Probably one of the best of the 2000s (but in my personal opinion, White Blood Cells by the White Stripes is the best of that decade). If you like Stoner Rock, Alternative Rock or just wanna hear so good music of the new millennium, buy this album. It's on Vinyl, Cassette, CD & Digital Download. I plan to buy it on all 4.
  17. normankant
    Aug 5, 2014
    10
    This is the most powerful record ever made. In Songs For The Deaf, Queens Of The Stone Age are at their best. There are just two or three songs that aren't unforgettable, but all the others are fists to your hears. An album for those interested in heavy guitars, low chords and intense strong drumming.
    This record is a **** masterpiece of contemporary music.
  18. ArthurS
    Jun 17, 2014
    10
    Excellent album, one of the best I've listened to.
    The album starts with a bang, with 5 awesome tracks. It follows with the weak "Six Shooter" (IMO, of course), but then enter awesome tracks like Go With the Flow, Hangin' Tree, and one of the best tracks of the album, A Song for the Deaf.
  19. apal880
    Feb 4, 2014
    10
    this is rock .my favorite album. this album has its own feel. every song is important to the album. the intro of the album will stay in my head forever.
  20. ricco94
    Jan 2, 2014
    9
    Really good album by Queens of the Stone Age, more or less on the same level of their previous, Rated R. No One Knows and Go With The Flow are great, and there many other good songs.
  21. Josh_Forrest
    Nov 22, 2013
    10
    My favourite album (very, very closely followed by their Self-titled), every song is just brilliant. I would recommend this album to anyone, and have bought it for countless people. Please, if you haven't already, buy this album and all of QOTSA's discography.
  22. PitchforkSucks
    Nov 15, 2013
    10
    Anyone who says this album is bad is obviously an idiot. There is not a metal band that exists that can dish out these riffs and vocals. No One Knows has one of the greatest guitar riffs of all time. Maybe the best metal riff ever.
  23. shprea
    Jul 1, 2013
    9
    A song for the deaf, that is for you.
    Hell, that is for all of us. This album just kicks all kinds of ass. Really, as far as hard rock goes, this is probably one of the best albums out there. Every song is interesting, unique, and bad ass.
    Also, if you ever feel like driving down the highway in the most intense way possible, put on "You think I ain't worth a dollar, but I feel like a    A song for the deaf, that is for you.
    Hell, that is for all of us. This album just kicks all kinds of ass. Really, as far as hard rock goes, this is probably one of the best albums out there. Every song is interesting, unique, and bad ass.

    Also, if you ever feel like driving down the highway in the most intense way possible, put on "You think I ain't worth a dollar, but I feel like a millionaire".    … Expand
  24. dangerelis
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    There is not one weak song on this album, being QOTSA's finest effort to this day, and still a classic hard rock album that any music lover should have in their collection.

    I can pick out 11 songs that are just awesome on this record. The combination of Grohl's excellent drumming and Homme's genius songwriting is a testament to the QOTSA we all know and love.
  25. KeithG
    Apr 25, 2012
    4
    I certainly appreciate Josh Homme and his vision for rock and roll, but as a whole, I cannot recommend this album. It starts out relatively strong, but takes a dive in the second half. Download "No One Knows" and "Go with the Flow" and leave the rest of the album alone.
  26. Smartine7
    Apr 22, 2012
    10
    If God and Satan copulated to spawn a child made of music, Homme, Oliveri and Lanegan (on this album) would be the sound of its voice. A genre-defying - and career-defining - LP. A must-have for any rock fan. Find it, buy it and listen to it - again and again.
  27. unknownshino
    Apr 16, 2012
    7
    I gave this album a 7 because it's really a classic album in the rock scene. But not the best one. Most people will know it from the songs No One Knows And Go With The Flow. It's a album you will listen for 2 times and then a few months no more. well this is of course my opinion.
  28. Vampire25
    Apr 9, 2012
    8
    this is by far Queens Of The Stone Ages best album. Each track rocks and Dave Grohl's drumming is fantastic. I recommend this album to any rocker. All In All, this album is pretty solid.
  29. helloworld1066
    Nov 23, 2011
    9
    It was hard decide weather on not I should give this album a 10 or a 9, I going to go with a nine because the last few songs arn't that good. However what is here is some of the best hard rock you can listen to with a song for the dead being my personal pick, of possibly one of the best songs EVER. Not to metion the classic QUOTSA material. Pure excellence.
  30. j30
    Sep 4, 2011
    9
    Rock god's of a **** era of music. Rap-metal? Really? What the hell were we thinking. QOTSA, from this point, made everything from that time look like a high school's battle of the bands competition.
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#8 Most Shared Album of 2002

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89

Universal acclaim - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. Dot Music
    90
    'The Sky Is Fallin' is a beast.... 'God Is In The Radio' has got just such an awesome riff, like the Lord himself hotwired to a Marshall amp.
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  2. Blender
    80
    While cliches abound... this huge music is delivered with panache. [#9, p.154]
  3. Playlouder
    80
    'Songs For The Deaf' is a triumph, a record forged with fire and sweat in the pits of Valhalla... It is the very essence of Rock.
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