Conversation so far:
What is Songs for the Deaf?
Songs for the Deaf was a critical hit.
did it receive any awards?
certified gold in 2003.
What mainstream exposure did they have?
The singles "No One Knows" and "Go with the Flow" became hits on radio and MTV, with the former just outside the Billboard Top 40.
Who is Oliveri?
After the tour, Homme fired Oliveri, as he was convinced that Oliveri had been physically abusive to his girlfriend.
What happened when Oliveri left?
The two reportedly are still friends and as of October 2006, Oliveri was interested in rejoining the band.
Is there anything else notable about Songs for the Deaf?
This record was supposed to sound bizarre--like lightning in a bottle.

Question: Was it well received?
Self-contained rewrite: Was Songs for the Deaf by Queens of the Stone Age well received?