STONE TEMPLE PILOTS Vinilo y CD

Review: In newly audible, shimmering detail, Stone Temple Pilots' second LP (1994) marked a shift from the rawness of their pilot album Core toward tighter songwriting and broader sonic reach, layer-caking their readily established grunge sound in starker progressions and clearer Southern gothic baritones from Scott Weiland. 'Vasoline', 'Big Empty' and 'Interstate Love Song' still hit hard, yet deeper cuts like 'Pretty Penny', 'Lounge Fly' and 'Silvergun Superman' reveal the album's layered charm. Only 47 minutes long, but full of unexpected sonic flourishes, it's now rediscovered in 45rpm form, thanks to Analogue Productions, compared to whom few do it better.

Review: Stone Temple Pilots’ 1996 pivot from grunge scaffolding to something stranger and shinier comes remastered on Mobile Fidelity’s hybrid SACD; a hi-res edition cut from the original tapes. Recorded in a sprawling Californian ranch-turned-studio, the band ditched the confines of alt-rock purity for glam-flecked guitar pop, stoned psychedelia, garage crunch and warped lounge. It confused critics at the time, but Tiny Music… Songs From The Vatican Gift Shop has grown into its reputation, helped along by a vocal performance from Scott Weiland that drifts between smeared and swaggering, ragged and weirdly precise. Brendan O’Brien’s production brims with odd textures and giddy detours, as ‘Big Bang Baby’ borrows from ‘Jumpin’ Jack Flash’, while ‘Lady Picture Show’ veers into brittle melancholy. A record that made fun of the rules while rewriting them.

Review: In 1994, Stone Temple Pilots returned to the studio to record Purple, their highly anticipated second album following the success of their debut Core in 1992, which sold over eight million copies. Purple debuted at number one on the Billboard album chart and went on to sell more than six million copies. To celebrate its legacy, Rhino drops this, Purple Rarities, a long player pressed on purple vinyl featuring demos, early versions and acoustic recordings from the 2019 Super Deluxe Edition, all available exclusively for RSD Black Friday.

Review: Stone Temple Pilots' No. 4 marked a return to the harder-edged sound of their earlier albums Core and Purple, while moving away from the power-pop experimentation of Tiny Music. Opening with the stomping 'Down', the album delivers a relentless mix of rockers like 'No Way Out', 'Church on Tuesday', and 'MC5', balanced by moodier tracks like 'Sour Girl' and 'Atlanta.' The latter, with Scott Weiland's haunting, Morrison-esque vocal performance, stands out as one of his most affecting moments. Weiland's struggles with addiction add a dark depth to the album's lyrics, particularly on tracks like 'No Way Out', reflecting his personal battles. Despite the band's difficultiesimost notably Weiland's jail stint for a probation violationiNo. 4 showcases the intense synergy between Weiland and the DeLeo brothers, producing some of their most versatile work. Though often unfairly dismissed as a post-grunge act, STP created a sound uniquely their own, with the crushing chords of Dean and Robert DeLeo, Eric Kretz's drumming, and Weiland's powerful vocals. No. 4 is a testament to the band's resilience, standing as their last truly seminal release before Weiland's eventual decline. Highly recommended for fans of 90s alternative rock.

Review: Here comes Stone Temple Pilots' gatefold reissue of their seminal 1994 album, a pivotal moment in the 1990s grunge and alternative rock scene. Following the success of their debut, Core, Purple rocketed to number one on the Billboard 200 and achieved multi-platinum status worldwide. The album's standout single, 'Interstate Love Song,' became a defining anthem of the era, showcasing Stone Temple Pilots' evolution from grunge newcomers to rock superstars. This reissue offers a fresh appreciation of the album's potent blend of raw energy and introspective lyrics, with Scott Weiland's exploration of themes like addiction, love, and self-discovery adding depth and authenticity. Purple is more than just a grunge album; it's a show of the band's artistic growth and enduring impact and this reissue provides fans with a chance to revisit or discover the powerful and emotionally resonant music that solidifiedtheir place in rock history.

Review: Stone Temple Pilots' 1992 album, Core, is a classic of alternative rock that is characterized by heavy guitars, catchy melodies, and Scott Weiland's distinctive vocals. The album's standout track is 'Plush,' a power ballad that showcases Weiland's soaring vocals and the band's knack for writing memorable hooks. Other highlights include 'Sex Type Thing,' a driving rocker with a catchy chorus, and 'Wicked Garden,' an up-tempo song that shows the Weiland at his more aggressive best. Reaching number three on the Billboard 200 chart, Core is an essential album for fans of 90s alternative rock.