Queens of the Stone Age perform at World Cafe’s studio
Author Benedetta Baldin - 13.11.2026
Queens of the Stone Age have shared a new in-studio performance and interview recorded for NPR’s World Cafe. The November 13, 2026 program features frontman Josh Homme discussing the band’s latest album, “Perfecth”, and the musical experimentation behind the release.
The appearance gives fans another opportunity to hear the group in a more intimate environment than their arena and festival performances. The broadcast combines a conversation with live music, offering a different perspective on the band’s creative process.
According to the published program description, Homme talks about the joy of imperfection and the excitement of exploring sounds that longtime listeners might not expect. That willingness to challenge expectations has long been part of the band’s identity.
“Perfecth” arrived on October 30, 2026 as the group’s ninth studio album. Its release has been accompanied by an ambitious visual campaign, including a recent video for From The Cliff, co-written by Homme and director Nathalia Pizarro.
The World Cafe performance follows the band’s continued evolution from the desert-rock sound of its early recordings. Over the decades, the group have embraced alternative rock, psychedelia, dance-oriented rhythms and unconventional song structures.
Formed in the 1990s, Queens Of The Stone Age became internationally influential through albums including “Rated R”, “Songs For The Deaf”, “…Like Clockwork” and “Villains”. Their distinctive sound reflects Homme’s interest in balancing strong melodies with unusual arrangements.
The group have also announced extensive international touring plans for 2027, with a North American leg beginning in May.
Upcoming shows of Queens Of The Stone Age
Monday, November 16, 2026 – The Wiltern, Los Angeles, CA, US (CORE / Sweet Stuff Foundation Benefit)
Wednesday, November 25, 2026 – Zepp Haneda, Tokyo, Japan
Thursday, November 26, 2026 – Zepp Nagoya, Nagoya, Japan
Saturday, November 28, 2026 – Zepp Namba, Osaka, Japan
Wednesday, December 02, 2026 – The Star Theatre, Singapore
Friday, December 04, 2026 – Sunday, December 06, 2026 – Clockenflap, Hong Kong
Tuesday, December 08, 2026 – The Drive, Adelaide, SA, Australia (with Primus, Tropical Fuck Storm)
Friday, December 11, 2026 – MyState Bank Arena, Hobart, TAS, Australia (with Primus, Tropical Fuck Storm)
Sunday, December 13, 2026 – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, VIC, Australia (with Primus, Tropical Fuck Storm)
Tuesday, December 15, 2026 – Qキュート / Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney, NSW, Australia (with Primus, Tropical Fuck Storm)
Wednesday, December 16, 2026 – Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Newcastle, NSW, Australia (with Primus, Tropical Fuck Storm)
Friday, December 18, 2026 – Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane, QLD, Australia (Primus, Tropical Fuck Storm)
Sunday, December 20, 2026 – Spark Arena, Auckland, New Zealand (Primus, Tropical Fuck Storm)
Saturday, March 06, 2027 – Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes, Mexico City, Mexico (Interpol)
Friday, March 12, 2027 – Sunday, March 14, 2027 – Lollapalooza Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Friday, March 12, 2027 – Sunday, March 14, 2027 – Lollapalooza Chile, Santiago, Chile
Friday, March 19, 2027 – Sunday, March 21, 2027 – Lollapalooza Brasil, São Paulo, Brazil
Saturday, May 01, 2027 – Viejas Arena, San Diego, CA, US
Sunday, May 02, 2027 – Kia Forum, Inglewood, CA, US
Tuesday, May 04, 2027 – Oakland Arena, Oakland, CA, US
Wednesday, May 05, 2027 – Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, CA, US
Friday, May 07, 2027 – Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA, US
Sunday, May 09, 2027 – Moda Center, Portland, OR, US
Tuesday, May 11, 2027 – Delta Center, Salt Lake City, UT, US
Wednesday, May 12, 2027 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison, CO, US
Friday, May 14, 2027 – Grand Casino Arena, Saint Paul, MN, US
Saturday, May 15, 2027 – American Family Insurance Amphitheater, Milwaukee, WI, US
Sunday, May 16, 2027 – Allstate Arena, Rosemont, IL, US
Tuesday, May 18, 2027 – Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN, US
Wednesday, May 19, 2027 – Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH, US
Friday, May 21, 2027 – Petersen Events Center, Pittsburgh, PA, US
Saturday, May 22, 2027 – Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI, US
Monday, May 24, 2027 – TD Garden, Boston, MA, US
Sunday, June 13, 2027 – Gilde Parkbühne, Hannover, Germany
Tuesday, June 15, 2027 – Arkéa Arena, Bordeaux, France
Wednesday, June 16, 2027 – Bilbao Arena, Bilbao, Spain
Sunday, June 20, 2027 – Icónica Sevilla, Seville, Spain
Monday, June 21, 2027 – Roig Arena, Valencia, Spain
Wednesday, June 23, 2027 – Festival de Nîmes, Nîmes, France
Sunday, June 27, 2027 – Parco San Valentino, Pordenone, Italy
Monday, June 28, 2027 – Tollwood, Munich, Germany
Wednesday, June 30, 2027 – Pula Arena, Pula, Croatia
