Them Crooked Vultures Members, Gear & Sound

Genre

Rock Alternative rock Blues rock Psychedelic rock Hard rock Stoner rock Alternative metal Modern rock modern blues rock modern alternative rock supergroup

Members

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Josh Homme

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Kyuss Queens of the Stone Age The Desert Sessions Screaming Trees Eagles of Death Metal Sound City Players The Fiffiff Teeners

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Dave Grohl

Roles:

Guitarist Drummer

Groups:

Nirvana Foo Fighters Queens of the Stone Age Tenacious D Killing Joke Sound City Players Probot Melvana Crisis of Conformity Dream Widow The Backbeat Band Scream Dee Gees Dain Bramage Live Lounge Allstars G.B.I Harlingtox A.D. Kids for Cash Churn

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John Paul Jones

Roles:

Bassist Keyboardist

Groups:

Led Zeppelin Jimmy Page And John Paul Jones Rockestra Minibus Pimps

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Alain Johannes

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist Drummer Keyboardist Music Producer

Groups:

Queens of the Stone Age The Desert Sessions Sound City Players Eleven Anthym What Is This? Ten Commandos

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About

Them Crooked Vultures is a formidable rock supergroup that unites the talents of three legendary musicians: Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age (guitar, vocals), Dave Grohl of Nirvana and Foo Fighters (drums), and John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin (bass, keyboards). This power trio is known for their eclectic blend of rock, alternative rock, and blues rock, with influences from psychedelic, hard rock, and stoner rock genres. Formed in 2009, the band showcases a dynamic synergy that combines each member's distinctive sound, resulting in music that is both innovative and reminiscent of classic rock roots.

How to Sound Like Them Crooked Vultures

The sound of Them Crooked Vultures is characterized by its gritty, hard-hitting rock energy, underpinned by heavy, blues-infused riffs and a penchant for progressive rock experimentation. The guitar work of Josh Homme often features a raw, overdriven tone achieved through the use of gear like the Boss SD-1 Super OverDrive and the classic Ampeg VT-40 Amplifier, adding a snarling edge to their sound. John Paul Jones' bass lines are rich and melodic, often played on his Fender Jazz Bass to provide a solid yet fluid foundation. Dave Grohl's drumming is powerful and precise, driving the music with relentless intensity. Together, the band creates a soundscape that is both aggressive and intricately textured, making use of intricate rhythms, soaring melodies, and atmospheric layers to craft their distinctive musical identity.

Discography

Them Crooked Vultures

2009

Get the Them Crooked Vultures Sound

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