Kyuss

Kyuss is an American rock band, originally from Palm Desert, California. It is one of the most famous bands of the stoner rock scene. Founded in 1987, it initially consisted of Josh Homme on guitar, John Garcia on vocals, Brant Bjork on drums, and Chris Cockrell on bass. After the release of an EP under the name Sons of Kyuss in 1990, the band shortened its name to Kyuss, and hired Nick Oliveri. After five years, the band counts four studio albums, and a final split EP in 1997 under the name Kyuss. After their split in 1996, the various members would embark on various projects, Josh Homme would form Queens of the Stone Age, John Garcia Unida and Brant Bjork would join Fu Manchu.