Troy Van Leeuwen

Troy Van Leeuwen, born on January fifth, nineteen seventy, is a prominent American musician and record producer, celebrated for his exceptional skills as a guitarist, singer, and percussionist. He is best known for his role in the rock band Queens of the Stone Age, where he has made significant contributions since joining in two thousand two. As the second-longest-serving member of the band, following founding member Josh Homme, Van Leeuwen has been instrumental in shaping the band's sound across five studio albums.

Before his tenure with Queens of the Stone Age, Van Leeuwen was a member of the alternative rock supergroup A Perfect Circle, where he played a vital role in the creation of their first two albums, Mer de Noms in two thousand and Thirteenth Step in two thousand three. His journey with Queens began as he toured in support of their third studio album, Songs for the Deaf, and he has remained a steadfast member ever since, contributing to albums such as Lullabies to Paralyze, Era Vulgaris, ...Like Clockwork, Villains, and In Times New Roman.

In addition to his work with Queens of the Stone Age, Van Leeuwen is also a member of the supergroup Gone Is Gone and has led his own projects, Enemy and Sweethead. His versatility as a musician is further showcased through his contributions to various side projects related to Queens of the Stone Age, including The Desert Sessions, Mondo Generator, Eagles of Death Metal, and The Gutter Twins. Furthermore, he has toured with iconic acts such as The Damned, Jane's Addiction, and Iggy Pop's band, solidifying his reputation as a dynamic and influential figure in the rock music scene.