Eagles of Death Metal (and why it's important not to take yourself so seriously)

Of all the music out there right now, Eagles of Death Metal and Queens of the Stone Age are some of the best. Their music flat out rocks, and generally makes ya' want to dance, something so vital and important to rock music.
With that being said, it is pretty obvious that the guys in those bands take the music and the art of putting on a good show seriously, but not themselves. They have put out videos of the making of their albums and have created alter ego cartoon characters that get to say and do what they want, no (or generally no) consequences. They joke about themselves and generally seem to have a good time. All they while concentrating furiously on putting out a good sound time and again. And on top of everything else they make it sexy and fun for their fans (and soon to be fans) in the audience. Eagles of Death Metal laud women to the point of having female only shows, and not in a demeaning or degrading way. No, it's all in fun, love and respect.
There is something to be said about being a party band without being like Andrew WK who may have liked a party, but obviously the world wasn't too interested in partying with him.
People could learn a thing or two from the guys in these bands. Don't take yourself so seriously, have fun, and above all love and you shall receive love in return. Long shall they rock.
Labels: eagles of death metal, jesse hughes, josh homme, music, queens of the stone age


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