THEIR new album's called Songs For The Deaf, but they are probably one of the loudest bands around.

Queens of the Stone Age are earning a reputation as one of the best rock bands in the world and their live performances show why.

The fact that they managed to get legendary Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl behind the sticks for their summer shows, which included Glastonbury Festival, is a testament to how highly regarded they are both by fans and within the music industry.

Songs For The Deaf is the band's forth album and has been touted as the albums of the year by music pundits.

The band's appearance at Southampton Guildhall is the last night of their UK tour and is expected to be a riotous affair. After their Southampton date the boys head out for gigs in the rest of Europe.

Southampton Guildhall, October 31. Tickets: £15. Box office: 023 8063 2601.