There is never a dull moment when it comes to former Queens of the Stone Age bassist Nick Oliveri. The musician has not only rejoined Kyuss Lives!, but he also has contributed vocals to the upcoming QOTSA album.
Former Queens of the Stone Age bassist Nick Oliveri is breathing a little easier today. TMZ reports that the musician was able to reach a plea deal that will keep him out of jail so long as he remains out of trouble for three years and completes his anger management and community service obligations.
March 22, 2012 Former Queens of the Stone Age bassist Nick Oliveri explains why he recently jumped ship on the Kyuss reunion, explains his side of the story concerning his legal troubles stemming from a standoff with LAPD last July and briefly touches on the circumstances surrounding his exit from QOTSA.
Former Queens of the Stone Age bassist Nick Oliveri has entered a plea of not guilty to the five charges stemming from his five hour standoff with police last summer.
August 15, 2011 Former Queens of the Stone Age bassist Nick Oliveri allegedly got in to a dispute with his girlfriend that escalated to a 4 hour standoff with S.W.A.T last month. Due to the drugs and loaded rifle found on the premises, Oliveri is facing four felonies and possibly 15 years in prison.
July 13, 2011 Yet another rock bassist was placed under arrest for highly unexpected behavior. Former Queens of the Stone Age bassist Nick Oliveri may have topped Coheed and Cambria's Mic Todd in the crazy department; his arrest involved domestic violence, a standoff with S.W.A.T., and a loaded rifle.
