Date of Birth: May 17, 1973
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Joshua Michael Homme, commonly known as Josh Homme, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer. Born on May 17, 1973, in Joshua Tree, California, Homme is best known as the founder, primary songwriter, and only continuous member of the rock band Queens of the Stone Age. He has also been involved in numerous other projects, including Kyuss, Eagles of Death Metal, and Them Crooked Vultures. Homme’s musical journey began at a young age when he started playing guitar at nine. He co-founded the stoner rock band Kyuss in 1987, which gained a cult following before disbanding in 1995. After Kyuss, Homme created Queens of the Stone Age in 1996, a band that would bring him international fame and critical acclaim. In addition to his work with Queens of the Stone Age, Homme has collaborated with various artists across genres, contributing to the evolution of modern rock music. He is known for his distinctive baritone voice and innovative guitar techniques.
5 Interesting Facts about Josh Homme
1. Josh Homme formed the influential stoner rock band Kyuss when he was just 14 years old.
2. He was part of the supergroup Them Crooked Vultures, alongside Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters and John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin.
3. Homme is also a skilled producer, having worked on albums for Arctic Monkeys, Iggy Pop, and Eagles of Death Metal.
4. He founded the Desert Sessions in 1997, a collaborative series of recordings with various artists.
5. Homme’s distinct guitar sound is often achieved through the use of a technique called “palm muting” and his preference for down-tuned guitars.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Josh Homme
1. “I’ve always considered myself more of a songwriter than a guitar player.”
2. “The most important thing is to be inspired and to be original.”
3. “Music is the only place where time and space don’t exist.”
4. “I think everyone should be able to do one thing really well.”
5. “Art is the last form of magic that exists.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Josh Homme is estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Josh Homme has three children with his wife, Brody Dalle: 1. Camille Harley Joan Homme 2. Orrin Ryder Homme 3. Wolf Dillon Reece Homme
Relevant Links
1. [Queens of the Stone Age Official Website](https://www.qotsa.com/
2. [Josh Homme on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/joshhommeofficial/
3. [Them Crooked Vultures](https://www.themcrookedvultures.com/
4. [Desert Sessions](https://www.desertsessions.com/
5. [Eagles of Death Metal](https://www.eaglesofdeathmetal.com/
