Kyuss (pronounced /ˈkaɪ.əs/ KYE-əs) is the corner stone of what is known as
stoner rock or
desert rock. Although deriving influence from 60s-70s
hard rock, Kyuss churned out a unique sound. This was primarily because guitarist
Josh Homme often tuned to a low C, a major third below standard pitch, but also singer
John Garcia's paint stripping vocals. The band was originally formed in 1989 in Palm Desert, California under the name "Sons of Kyuss". They took the name from a monster in Dungeons and Dragons. Shortly after the release of their self-titled EP, the name was …
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