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Stone Temple Pilots first emerged out of San Diego, California, in 1989, initially forming under the name Mighty Joe Young before adopting their iconic identity. The band, consisting of vocalist Scott Weiland, guitarist Dean DeLeo, bassist Robert DeLeo, and drummer Eric Kretz, quickly distinguished themselves with their deeply melodic yet gritty take on alternative rock. Their musical chemistry was undeniable from the outset, quickly leading to a record deal with Atlantic Records after a period of extensive club performances.
Their debut album, Core, released in 1992, catapulted them into mainstream consciousness almost overnight. Powered by singles like “Plush,” “Creep,” and “Sex Type Thing,” the record showcased their unique ability to merge intense guitar riffs with powerful vocal melodies. “Plush” notably earned the band a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance in 1994, reflecting the significant critical acclaim the band received early in their career. The album became certified 8x Platinum, firmly positioning Stone Temple Pilots as an essential band of the ’90s rock era.
The momentum continued with their second album, Purple, in 1994, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and was certified 6x Platinum. Hits such as “Interstate Love Song,” “Vasoline,” and “Big Empty” became instantly recognizable classics, reinforcing the band’s reputation for delivering timeless rock tracks. Subsequent albums, including Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop (1996) and No. 4 (1999), further demonstrated their willingness to experiment with diverse musical styles while maintaining their core sound, yielding additional hits like “Trippin’ on a Hole in a Paper Heart” and “Sour Girl.”
Stone Temple Pilots released eight studio albums throughout their career, with later releases including Shangri-La Dee Da (2001), a self-titled comeback album in 2010, and two additional self-titled albums featuring new vocalists Chester Bennington (2013) and Jeff Gutt (2018). Despite lineup changes and personal challenges, including Weiland’s struggles with addiction and his tragic passing in 2015, the band consistently showcased resilience and continued artistic evolution, solidifying their enduring legacy.
The band’s commercial success and critical recognition are underscored by multiple awards and accolades. Alongside their Grammy win for “Plush,” Stone Temple Pilots earned several MTV Video Music Awards nominations and American Music Awards. Their distinctive sound, blending alternative rock, grunge, psychedelic influences, and even hints of classic rock, has resonated profoundly with fans, fostering a lasting emotional connection and making them an essential act of the rock music canon.
Beyond their music, members of Stone Temple Pilots have actively participated in charitable initiatives and public advocacy. Scott Weiland and the band contributed to various benefit concerts, raising awareness and funds for substance abuse recovery programs, reflecting their personal experiences and commitment to helping others. The DeLeo brothers, Dean and Robert, have similarly supported multiple philanthropic efforts, highlighting their dedication to meaningful community involvement.
Stone Temple Pilots’ enduring impact is rooted not only in their catalog of hits but in their authentic emotional expression, adaptability, and commitment to artistic integrity. Despite navigating profound personal and professional challenges, their music continues to resonate deeply, capturing universal themes of struggle, redemption, and resilience. As a result, Stone Temple Pilots remain beloved within rock music, celebrated for their artistic courage, distinctive musical voice, and genuine connection with their audience.
Complete List Of Stone Temple Pilots Songs From A to Z
- A Song for Sleeping – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- About a Fool – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Adhesive – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- All in the Suit That You Wear – Thank You – 2003
- Already Gone – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- And So I Know – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Army Ants – Purple – 1994
- Art School Girl – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Atlanta – No. 4 – 1999
- Bagman – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Between the Lines – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Bi-Polar Bear – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Big Bang Baby – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Big Empty – Purple – 1994
- Black Again – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Black Heart – High Rise – 2018
- Break on Through (To the Other Side) – Stoned Immaculate: The Music of The Doors – (The Doors cover)
- Church on Tuesday – No. 4 – 1999
- Cinnamon – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Coma – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Crackerman – Core – 1992
- Creep – Core – 1992
- Cry Cry – High Rise – 2018
- Daisy – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Dancing Days – Encomium: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin – 1995 (Led Zeppelin cover)
- Dare If You Dare – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Days of the Week – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Dead & Bloated – Core – 1992
- Down – No. 4 – 1999
- Dumb Love – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Fare Thee Well – Perdida – 2020
- Fast as I Can – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Finest Hour – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- First Kiss on Mars – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Forget Forever – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Glide – No. 4 – 1999
- Good Shoes – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Guilty – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Hazy Daze – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Heaven & Hot Rods – No. 4 – 1999
- Hello It’s Late – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Hickory Dichotomy – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Hollywood Bitch – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Huckleberry Crumble – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- I Didn’t Know the Time – Perdida – 2020
- I Got You – No. 4 – 1999
- I Once Sat at Your Table – Perdida – 2020
- Interstate Love Song – Purple – 1994
- Just a Little Lie – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Kitchenware & Candybars – Purple – 1994
- Lady Picture Show – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Long Way Home – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Lounge Fly – Purple – 1994
- Maver – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- MC5 – No. 4 – 1999
- Meadow – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Meatplow – Purple – 1994
- Middle of Nowhere – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Miles Away – Perdida – 2020
- Naked Sunday – Core – 1992
- Never Enough – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- No Memory – Core – 1992
- No Way Out – No. 4 – 1999
- Out of Time – High Rise – 2018
- Peacoat – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Perdida – Perdida – 2020
- Piece of Pie – Core – 1992
- Plush – Core – 1992
- Pop’s Love Suicide – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Press Play – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Pretty Penny – Purple – 1994
- Pruno – No. 4 – 1999
- Reds & Blues – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Regeneration – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Revolution – Non-album single – 2001
- Ride the Cliché – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Roll Me Under – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Same on the Inside – High Rise – 2018
- Samba Nova – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- Seven Caged Tigers – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Sex & Violence – No. 4 – 1999
- Sex Type Thing – Core – 1992
- She’s My Queen – Perdida – 2020
- Six Eight – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Silvergun Superman – Purple – 1994
- Sin – Core – 1992
- Sour Girl – No. 4 – 1999
- Still Remains – Purple – 1994
- Sunburst – Perdida – 2020
- Take a Load Off – Stone Temple Pilots – 2010
- The Art of Letting Go – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Thought She’d Be Mine – Stone Temple Pilots – 2018
- Three Wishes – Perdida – 2020
- Tomorrow – High Rise – 2018
- Too Cool Queenie – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Transmissions from a Lonely Room – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Trippin’ on a Hole in a Paper Heart – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Tumble in the Rough – Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop – 1996
- Unglued – Purple – 1994
- Vasoline – Purple – 1994
- Wet My Bed – Core – 1992
- Where the River Goes – Core – 1992
- Wicked Garden – Core – 1992
- Wonderful – Shangri-La Dee Da – 2001
- Years – Perdida – 2020
- You Found Yourself While Losing Your Heart – Perdida – 2020
Albums
Core (1992): 12 songs
Purple (1994): 11 songs
Encomium: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin (1995): 1 song (Led Zeppelin cover)
Tiny Music… Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop (1996): 12 songs
No. 4 (1999): 11 songs
Stoned Immaculate: The Music of The Doors: 1 song (The Doors cover)
Shangri-La Dee Da (2001): 13 songs
Stone Temple Pilots (2010): 14 songs
High Rise (2018): 5 songs
Stone Temple Pilots (2018): 14 songs
Perdida (2020): 10 songs
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