The Mars Volta singer Cedric Bixler-Zavala recently criticized the use of Tool and Queens of the Stone Age music in the ‘Alien: Earth’ series. He shared his thoughts in a now-deleted post on Instagram.
Bixler-Zavala expressed his frustration with the musical choices made for the show’s episodes.
“No more ‘Unc’ rock at the end of ‘Alien: Earth’ episodes, please,” he wrote. “F*cking monster energy drink bullsh*t.”
When a fan asked what was wrong with Tool and QOTSA, Bixler-Zavala clarified his position.
“Nothing at all,” he responded. “It just doesn’t fit on that show. It feels like Nancy Reagan pushing her DARE agenda on me, but with that kinda music.”
The comment suggests that Bixler-Zavala has no issue with the bands themselves. He believes their music feels out of place in the context of the series.
Bixler-Zavala’s criticism extends beyond just Tool and Queens of the Stone Age. Metal Anarchy reported that the FX series ‘Alien: Earth’ has featured hard rock and metal tracks from several popular bands, including Metallica, Godsmack, and Pearl Jam during its end credits.
The Mars Volta frontman’s use of the term “Unc rock” appears to reference what he perceives as commercialized, formulaic rock culture. The Mosh noted that his remarks sparked dialogue among fans. Cedric emphasized that the issue is the fit of the music with the show’s tone rather than the quality or value of the bands involved.
Bixler-Zavala’s perspective on music placement in audiovisual media may be informed by his own artistic approach. IMDb highlighted that Cedric is known for his experimental and genre-blending approach with The Mars Volta. This sets him apart from more mainstream rock acts like Tool and QOTSA.
His criticism primarily reflects his opinion on music curation for the series’ episodes. The vocalist’s comments highlight the ongoing debate about how music choices can impact the viewing experience and whether certain genres fit the atmosphere of specific shows.
