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Queens of the Stone Age have made their underground concert film widely available, posting the atmospheric performance Alive in the Catacombs to stream for free. Fans can now watch the full show on YouTube, and the band also released the companion documentary Alive in Paris and Before.
Stream the Catacombs Concert Film Now on YouTube
The concert movie, first issued in June, is now accessible to everyone on the band’s official YouTube channel. Alive in the Catacombs presents a stripped-back, immersive live set recorded in July 2024. Alongside the concert, viewers can play the intimate behind-the-scenes film that chronicles rehearsals and the creative process.
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Why the Catacombs Became Part of the Sound
The choice of venue is central to the project. The band built the show around the Catacombs’ natural acoustic traits.
- Ambient sounds such as drips and echoes were embraced, not hidden.
- Instrument layouts and mic positions were adapted for the stone chambers.
- Lighting schemes were tuned to emphasize mood over spectacle.
The result is a performance where every production decision was made to complement the underground space. Acoustics, atmosphere, and visuals were treated as equal partners in the final film.
Limited Vinyl Release and Exclusive Extras
Collectors can buy a special vinyl edition of the film’s soundtrack. The package includes an exclusive 24-page booklet with photos and notes. Certain bundles add a deeper look at the making of the project.
- Limited-edition vinyl with the booklet.
- Packages that include the Alive in Paris and Before documentary.
- Behind-the-scenes footage showing the band’s creative and logistical challenges.
Alive in the Catacombs — Featured Songs
- Running Joke/Paper Machete
- Kalopsia
- Villains of Circumstance
- Suture Up Your Future
- I Never Came
Upcoming Live Plans: Joining Foo Fighters on Tour
Queens of the Stone Age will be the opening act for Foo Fighters during parts of the 2026 tour. Below are the announced dates and venues where QOTSA will appear.
North America Tour Dates with Foo Fighters
- 11-12 — Monterrey, México — Estadio Banorte
- 08-04 — Toronto, Ontario — Rogers Stadium
- 08-06 — Detroit, MI — Ford Field
- 08-08 — Chicago, IL — Soldier Field
- 08-10 — Cleveland, OH — Huntington Bank Field
- 08-13 — Philadelphia, PA — Lincoln Financial Field
- 08-15 — Nashville, TN — Nissan Stadium
- 08-17 — Washington, D.C. — Nationals Park
- 09-15 — Regina, Saskatchewan — Mosaic Stadium at Taylor Field
- 09-17 — Edmonton, Alberta — Commonwealth Stadium
- 09-20 — Vancouver, British Columbia — BC Place
- 09-26 — Las Vegas, NV — Allegiant Stadium
