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Chester Bennington Confirms Longterm Commitment as Stone Temple Pilots Singer

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:02:48 +0000

Stone Temple Pilots recently parted ways with singer Scott Weiland (again), leaving a vacant spot center stage that needed to be filled. In an unexpected twist, Stone Temple Pilots stunned an Irvine, Calif., crowd as Linkin Park vocalist Chester Bennington took the stage with STP to perform an eight-song set Saturday night at KROQ's Weenie Roast. The collaboration would be exciting enough simply as a one-off, but as reported in a new interview, it looks like Bennington will act as Stone Temple Pilots' new full-time singer.

Scott Weiland Not Closing Door on Stone Temple Pilots Return After 'Reactionary' Firing

Chad Childers — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:15:39 +0000

Although Scott Weiland isn't happy with the recent announcement that he was fired from Stone Temple Pilots, he hoping there will be a reconciliation in the future. In a new interview with the Youngstown News' Vindicator, Weiland says that he feels his ousting was a "reactionary" decision and doesn't feel the door has closed on his time with the band.

Scott Weiland on Stone Temple Pilots: 'I View Them as Family'

Chad Childers — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:28:36 +0000

Scott Weiland is currently out touring with his solo band, The Wildabouts, and it looks as though things will remain that way in the wake of his recent firing from Stone Temple Pilots. In a new interview, he reiterated his stance that "no one in the band can be fired" from the band, but he's now taking a more reflective approach to his time with the band.

Scott Weiland Claims 'No One Can Be Fired' From Stone Temple Pilots in New Video Interview

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 15:35:04 +0000

This week has been a chaotic one for Stone Temple Pilots. Founding member and vocalist Scott Weiland was officially fired from the group, much to his surprise, leaving the DeLeo brothers and drummer Eric Kretz without a singer. However, in a new interview with TMZ, Weiland is insisting that he is still a member of Stone Temple Pilots, and that his firing was a publicity stunt to bring attention to the act.

Stone Temple Pilots Officially Fire Scott Weiland

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:48:13 +0000

According to a press release just sent out on behalf of Stone Temple Pilots, singer Scott Weiland has been officially been fired from the band. The troubled vocalist is no stranger to internal conflict, and it seems that those days are far from over for Weiland, as he once again finds himself out of a job.

Stone Temple Pilots Singer Scott Weiland Engaged to Photographer Jamie Wachtel

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 22:29:15 +0000

When it comes to love, Scott Weiland is counting on the old adage that the third time’s a charm. The Stone Temple Pilots singer recently announced that he’s now engaged to girlfriend Jamie Wachtel. The couple have been dating for about a year, and the upcoming nuptials will mark Weiland’s third marriage.

Stone Temple Pilots Gear Up for 'Core 20′ Tour + Rock Allegiance Festival

Tree Riddle — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:25:51 +0000

Stone Temple Pilots are set to perform ‘Core,’ their debut album, in its entirety on an upcoming tour in observance of its 20th anniversary. The band has announced the first couple of dates of their late summer trek, one of which will be their headlining spot at the Rock Allegiance festival.

Scott Weiland Eyes Return to Velvet Revolver and New Stone Temple Pilots Album

Tree Riddle — Wed, 02 May 2012 15:27:00 +0000

Scott Weiland has been one of the most unpredictable frontmen in rock for the past two decades. In a new interview, he not only reveals that he hopes to release a new Stone Temple Pilots album, he also admits he would like to rejoin Velvet Revolver at some point down the road. It’s official, hell has frozen over.

Stone Temple Pilots To Release Concert DVD 'Alive in the Windy City'

Tree Riddle — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 14:09:47 +0000

While the next album from Stone Temple Pilots may not arrive as soon as predicted, the band has announced plans to release their first ever live DVD, ‘Alive in the Windy City,’ this June. STP guitarist Dean DeLeo recently hinted, “we have a lot of live stuff that we might compile,” when asked about what [...]

Stone Temple Pilots Not Working On New Album, Talk 'Core' 20th Anniversary Tour

Tree Riddle — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:50:36 +0000

Stone Temple Pilots guitarist Dean DeLeo recently paid a surprise visit to a New Jersey radio station, revealing that contrary to popular belief, the band is not currently working on the follow-up to STP’s 2010 self-titled comeback album. For the second time in a month, STP axeman Dean DeLeo dropped by for a surprise interview [...]

Stone Temple Pilots Drop Previously Unreleased Video for 'Cinnamon'

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 18:29:27 +0000

The previously unreleased video for Stone Temple Pilots‘ song ‘Cinnamon’ has found its way online. There was an original version filmed in summer 2010, but the band wasn’t feeling the result so the video was scrapped and it was reshot in late 2010 with new director. The song was the third single off 2010′s self-titled affair.

It's 2 Fer Tuesday on KLAQ! Pantera, Van Halen, Black Crowes And More My Brothers! [VIDEO]

Dubba G — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 22:16:19 +0000

Twice the rock all day today and that got me thinking about bands with 2 times the talent. I’m talking (writing) about bands featuring brothers … let’s take a look at a few!! For me one of the pivotal moments in my musical upbringing came when I heard the Van Halen Brothers for the first time!! [...]

Proof That Scott Weiland Is A Douche!

Mardi Gras — Tue, 17 May 2011 01:03:10 +0000

So Weiland says he joined Velvet Revolver simply “for the money”!! Hopefully that cash didn’t go for drugs!….oh wait…. The singer joined ex Guns n’Roses members Slash, Duff McKagan and Matt Sorum alongside guitarist Dave Kushner in 2003, after he left Stone Temple Pilots. They recorded two albums together before the band kicked him [...]

Stone Temple Pilots Fan Gallery

Johnnie Walker — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 23:01:59 +0000

Check out some of the photos sent in by some listeners from last night's Stone Temple Pilots concert at Speaking Rock!