In Times New Roman...

Marking the conclusion of a thematic trilogy, 'In Times New Roman...' strips away the dance-oriented polish of its predecessor for a rawer, heavier, and more self-produced sound that is among the band's darkest and knottiest work. The self-produced album serves as a cathartic vessel for frontman Josh Homme's recent personal turmoil, with brutally honest and venomous lyrics exploring themes of grief, heartbreak, and acceptance through a lens of caustic wit and vulnerability. Sonically, it revisits the sludgy, fuzz-heavy stoner rock of the band's earlier days while retaining a swaggering, groove-centric approach, resulting in a sound that is both a return to form and a brutally honest reflection of its time.