Queens Of The Stone Age - Rated R (Vinyl)

Facts - Matte cover
- Issued with a poly-lined generic inner sleeve
- Includes a fold out glossy insert with lyrics, band credits, art and band photographs.
With their second album Rated R (2000), Queens of the Stone Age pushed their desert rock sound into new and exciting territory. From the infamous opener “Feel Good Hit of the Summer" — a tongue-in-cheek ode to excess — to the trippy, atmospheric layers that follow, the band blends heavy riffs with unexpected textures like vibraphones, horns, and even steel drums.

More psychedelic and richly arranged than their debut, Rated R trades raw aggression for a hazy, expansive mood without losing any of its punch. The result is a record that’s still unmistakably QOTSA: hypnotic grooves, fuzz-drenched guitars, and a sun-baked desert vibe. Guest appearances from Mark Lanegan and Barrett Martin add depth and warmth, helping shape an album that redefined what heavy rock could sound like in the new millennium.

A milestone release in the band’s catalogue — and a must-have for anyone into bold, genre-bending rock.