Queens of the Stone Age Release Underground Paris Concert Film

Queens of the Stone Age released a unique concert film, Alive in the Catacombs, capturing their July 2024 performance deep within the Paris catacombs surrounded by centuries-old human remains. The film, accompanied by a behind-the-scenes documentary titled Alive in Paris and Before, provides insight into the band's emotionally charged period, including frontman Josh Homme's emergency cancer treatment that led to the postponement of their The End Is Nero tour. The concert's eerie setting enhanced the band's raw, ritualistic sound with natural acoustics and ambient lighting, fulfilling an 18-year dream for Homme. Homme described the catacombs as "the biggest audience we’ve ever played for" and expressed a strange sense of welcome despite the macabre surroundings. The film and documentary are available for a limited time on the band's website, coinciding with the start of their 2025 summer tour. This release marks a significant moment for Queens of the Stone Age as they return to touring and creative output following a challenging period.