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Stoner rock is a sub-genre of rock music that emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s. This genre is characterized by a heavy, slow, and sludgy sound, often incorporating elements of psychedelic rock and blues rock. The lyrics often deal with themes of drug use, fantasy, and escapism.

Some of the most popular stoner rock bands include Kyuss, Sleep, Electric Wizard, Fu Manchu, and Queens of the Stone Age. Kyuss is often credited with pioneering the genre with their album "Blues for the Red Sun," which was released in 1992. Other notable bands include Monster Magnet, Clutch, and Red Fang.

Stoner rock has a dedicated fan base and there are many radio stations that cater to this genre. Some popular ones include Stoned Meadow of Doom, which is a YouTube channel that plays stoner rock, doom metal, and psychedelic rock. Another popular radio station is Stoner Rock Radio, which broadcasts a mix of stoner rock, doom, and psychedelic rock. There is also a Stoner Rock Radio mobile app available for download on iOS and Android devices.

Overall, stoner rock continues to be a popular and influential genre, with new bands and artists emerging and pushing the boundaries of the sound.