Stone Temple Pilots should be 1st ballot RRHOF in my opinion. Musically,they could play any style they wanted.I love the sonic blast of Core. Wicked Garden,Creep,Sex Type Thing just Classic songs.

Purple probably my FAV STP CD. Love Interstate Love Song (who doesn't) Vasoline,Big Empty.So many Classic songs.Showed STP wasn't a fluke.

I like all their CD's.Scott Weiland underrated singer/songwriter. They had critical acclaim in CD's sold & had enough popularity & hits.Still rocking in 2014. Deserve RRHOF. KING
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Posted by KING on Saturday, 02/15/2014 @ 02:21am

Many of you keep stating that they were just alright. Not enough to get in. They had 14 number one singles. 14. Who else has that? If you can name a band that had 14 number ones. Then I'm positive that band is already in the rock hall.

Posted by Phil on Tuesday, 06/24/2014 @ 13:55pm

Phil, I think they will be inducted sooner or later. Our Projected Hall has them going in 2021. Would like to see how this Chester Bennington being the new lead singer goes. Is he just a temporary fill in? Can he actually 'officially' be in 2 major bands at same time? I would like to see another kick ass album from them to seal it.

Am hoping to see them at 1st 'Louder than Life' music festival in Louisville in early Oct. If you like hard rock & are around Louisville, this festival will be right up your alley.

Posted by Paul in KY on Tuesday, 06/24/2014 @ 14:26pm

STP are definite Rock and Roll Hall of Famers next 10 years. The STP sound is remarkable and lasting. I think Core and Purple two of the best albums 90's. Weiland is an outstanding frontman. The great groups all had one. Freddie Mercury, Mick Jagger, David Lee Roth,etc. I really can't think of STP song I really hate. My FAV STP songs would be Interstate Love Song, Big Empty, Creep, Plush, Tripping... etc. Just excellent band. No weaknesses or album filler. KING

Posted by KING on Saturday, 05/2/2015 @ 17:46pm

I was listening to Tiny Music the other day. Songs even better than I remember. Such creative and beautiful songs. Lady Picture Show, Adhesive, And So I Know to name a few. Core, Purple and Tiny Music 3 excellent albums different styles and innovative. STP gets more worthy of RRHOF with every listen. Won't be 1st ballot but 5 years eligible maybe. KING

Posted by KING on Friday, 05/22/2015 @ 03:41am

STP or bust. Green Day is in.

Posted by Matt Wellagain on Tuesday, 06/2/2015 @ 13:06pm

I could see STP inducted in 2020 or by 2025. By then, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden should all have been inducted RRHOF. They really have made memorable songs Plush, Interstate Love Song, Tripping..., Vasoline, etc. Commercial success with Platinum CD's. I love STP music and biased for their induction. KING

Posted by KING on Monday, 08/17/2015 @ 19:44pm

RIP Scott Weiland 1967-2015 Going to miss your singing & talent! A King FAV for many years! KING

Posted by KING on Friday, 12/4/2015 @ 00:35am

I found my first STP album in an estate sale earlier this year (Purple) and I've been hooked since then. At least I could appreciate Scott Weiland's work before he died.

RIP Scott. It's sad to see you go.

Posted by SotN on Friday, 12/4/2015 @ 02:28am

RIP Scott Weiland

Posted by Roy on Friday, 12/4/2015 @ 02:32am

One of my all-time favorite rock vocalists is now gone. Scott Weiland, who always seemed to come off with a hard image, always seemed to show his softness in his vocals. Too many ways to explain. While I'm not much of a fan of his solo stuff, his best work was, of course, with Stone Temple Pilots, but also with Velvet Revolver and the Magnificent Bastards. (I'm not that familiar with his newer stuff or Talk Show, his other side project)

I've grown up listening to this band since junior high, when 'Plush' and 'Dead and Bloated' ruled alternative radio and broadened the rock landscape. I've got way too many favorite songs of Weilands. Some of my peers look at STP as those who started the 'corporate rock' movement from the 90s to today...I say, whatever. We all know Scott was troubled with alcohol and drugs, but he always seemed to get through. When I was at a bar tonight, my buddies kept putting STP and VR in the jukebox in appreciation of Scott's work. I've seen over 200 bands, but unfortunately I never got to see him or STP live. In fact I think it was a year or two ago Scott and his new band were supposed to come to my city but they had to cancel two weeks before their performance. We all knew why. Its no wonder Scott felt betrayed by his old STP bandmates. He can rest now. I hope STP does have a shot at the RRHOF in the next few years, as they are closer to being eligible.

Posted by Jason Voigt on Friday, 12/4/2015 @ 04:07am

Thanks for the kind words about Scott, Jason. Scott's death hits hard for many in that 37-44 age group. I remember hearing Alice In Chains, Nirvana,Pearl Jam, STP in the early 90's. Loved all that music. I remember I was in the military when they premiered the Vasoline STP video. It was an excellent song and video. Purple one of my FAV albums. Scott had the vocals and the front man skills of the great singers. He had a passion in his voice. Sounded authentic. He fought through his addictions and still put out some excellent music. I guess the silver lining in Scott's death is some young music fans will discover STP music and the catalog of songs. A rich treasure chest list of great songs. Sex Type Thing, Unglued, Wicked Garden, Lady Picture Song, Vasoline, etc. It will be interesting going forward how Scott's death affects STP and RRHOF. For the record, I think STP deserves RRHOF. Weiland, Ronnie James Dio, and Paul Rodgers should all be inducted for their contributions to music in a variety of groups. A sad day for King and FRL regulars who contribute to the forum. Scott lived all his 48 years. Respected his incredible singing & songwriting in STP and other projects. Rest In Peace Scott! See you on the other side some day sweet prince! With some sadness but smiling from those incredible songs. KING

Posted by KING on Friday, 12/4/2015 @ 17:08pm

Thank you, King, and great words as well. I'd also like to add that I believe Scott was always willing to connect with his fans. All over social media I've seen him in photos posed with several people. I remember back when Myspace was the social media place that he even had his own profile and I remember it saying that he wanted to get to know his fans. I don't if its true, but he kind of came off as that kind of guy.

Posted by Jason Voigt on Friday, 12/4/2015 @ 17:48pm

Scott Weiland's passing is indeed very sad to see.

Of all the mainstream rock bands of the 1990's, I feel that Stone Temple Pilots are definitely the most underrated, especially by critics.

The critical hate had died off as time has gone on thankfully, but even so, I think when people are talking about the greatest rock bands of the 90's: Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, Smashing Pumpkins, Nine Inch Nails, Rage Against the Machine, Green Day, etc I definitely feel that Stone Temple Pilots should be mentioned right along with them. To me they're a band that belongs in the upper echelon of 90's rock music. One of my favorite rock bands of the 90's, definitely.

Core is about as close to a perfect 90's grunge album that there is, and Purple was in a lot of ways an even better album.


Scott Weiland was one of the great frontmen and vocalists for 90's rock and beyond.

R.I.P. Scott.

Posted by Donnie on Friday, 12/4/2015 @ 22:00pm

Donnie

Agree with you on Stone Temple Pilots. They deserve to be with Pearl Jam, Green Day, Rage, Soundgarden and some of the best 90's groups. I'm amazed how many great songs in the STP catalog. The Weiland baritone always a great listen the way he could bend his voice to suit the song. Top 5 STP Songs. 1.Big Empty 2.Interstate Love Song 3.Plush 4.Lady Picture Show 5.Sex Type Thing. So many great songs. I'm glad that he lived 48 years and gave so much of himself to music and songs. I think Core and Purple were 2 of the best albums of the 90's and there were many classic 90's CD's. Core I think 8x Platinum and Purple 6x. I'm really going to miss Weiland's voice and front man persona on stage. True the substance abuse was part of Scott's narrative but he had several CD's & songs over 20+ yrs. Hopefully, some loose tracks or some never released material will surface of Scott's and the STP fans hear him 1 more time. I think STP deserves RRHOF in the next 5-10 years. KING

Posted by KING on Saturday, 12/5/2015 @ 03:25am

Great comments, guys. STP is Hall worthy, IMO.

Tumble in the Rough
Big Bang Baby
Interstate Love Song

3 of my favorites. RIP, Scott.

Posted by Paul in KY on Sunday, 12/6/2015 @ 09:27am

Seems like a no-brainer to me that the Stone Temple Pilots should be inducted to the elite group of musicians recognized in this manner. They were influential to other musicians, fans,and even to their future selves in the different musical endeavors they took since releasing Core. They were not a band that was cultivated to compete with other grunge bands in the 90's, they were found playing the music they wanted to play, and it was (thankfully) recognized by Atlantic Records. From my discussions with fans mourning the loss of Scott Weiland this month, I have found that while it is not only a struggle to narrow their work down, two fans almost never name the same top 3 song favorites. They overcame obstacles; break-ups, reunions, rehabs, and critics making negative comments about them all along the way. The fact that they were able to continue to make music and retain such loyal fans is the proof right there that they deserve this honor. Their lyrics are poetic, raw, and relatable. Scott has been recognized as one of the greatest rock vocalists, and the epitome of a rock and roll front man. The melodies are creative, while you can still identify the expansive variety of artists that influenced them. Musical Excellence? Yes. Absolutely. It would be disappointing to not see them inducted in 2017. I only wish Scott would be able to be there.

Posted by Trish on Sunday, 12/27/2015 @ 14:22pm

Absolutely. Weiland is one of the greatest frontmen of the '90s and continues to stay at the top of his game, even to his death. STP did what none of the other "grunge" bands were able to do - evolve and develop a more mature sound. They were able to experiment with different music styles, without being untrue to themselves or their music. They are one of the last TRUE Rock and Roll bands to survive.

Posted by roxanne on Saturday, 01/23/2016 @ 23:48pm

No one like STP, Scott is the best frontman since the 70's, their music is excellent rock music with alternative, grunge, and classic innuendo! No doubt that they should be inducted in the R n R Hall of Fame.

Posted by Celene on Sunday, 01/24/2016 @ 20:04pm

YES! ABSOLUTELY!!! Influencial for more then two decades and pays respect to one-of-his-kind-biggest-frontman-singer-artist-ever! Scott Weiland R.I.P.

Posted by Julia on Wednesday, 01/27/2016 @ 13:42pm

I am a huge fan of them, but I don't think they were as influential as the Seattle-area grunge bands.

Posted by Guy on Sunday, 05/8/2016 @ 12:48pm

RIP Scott! We lost a true rock and roll legend but the music will live on forever. Long live STP! And, yes, they will definitely get inducted into the hall of fame. It may not be this go around (2017) but it will happen.

Posted by Jimmy on Tuesday, 02/21/2017 @ 20:44pm

STP
They will be inducted RRHOF in the 2020-2025 time frame. My guess Alice In Chains will be next from that scene and maybe Soundgarden. When you think of front men, Mr. Weiland has to be near the top in the last 25 years. I just really enjoyed their music and they avoided the string of bad songs or albums some groups have. Big Empty is one of my FAV songs. KING

Posted by KING on Wednesday, 04/19/2017 @ 03:07am

Stone Temple Pilots’ No. 4 will turn twenty in October.

Posted by The Dude on Tuesday, 01/1/2019 @ 23:36pm

https://www.radiofacts.com/sony-atv-signs-deal-to-represent-scott-weilands-stone-temple-pilots-song-catalog/

Sony/ATV Signs Deal to Represent Scott Weiland’s Stone Temple Pilots Song Catalog

Posted by The Dude on Monday, 08/19/2019 @ 21:09pm

Scott was a sexy mfer!! Inducted or not, his music will live on forever!! RIP my hero

Posted by Niko on Monday, 12/9/2019 @ 21:27pm

STP with Scott W, were incredible together and made music that will last a long, long, time. When they first came out, they weren't just the "newest popular band", they were something special and you could hear that through the undeniable sound that was created. It was different and it is still different. Nothing like them. That's why they should be in the hall of fame!

Posted by dk on Monday, 12/16/2019 @ 09:08am

Stone Temple Pilots have a considerable discography, and they DON'T EVER SOUND THE SAME, which is arguably most fan's biggest cop out criticism of any musical act. They evolved, they adapted, they explored ... and even with all the baggage they had to fight through off stage, and all the stops and starts of their careers, you can't find a filler song, or any fluff in any of their albums, Some of their best songs, the casual fans have never even heard!
I Got You, Bi-Polar Bear, Seven Caged Tiger, Glide, Sin, Lounge Fly ... just to name a few.
Take it from Rolling Stone's David Fricke, he underestimated how good they were and wished he hadn't.
Check out the times they chose to perform covers, Revolution, Five to One, Dancing Days ... and note the respectful, the professional and the perfect treatment they give each performance.
On stage and in the studio, these guys are absolute PROS, add that to the fact that at their best they put on as good a SHOW as the rock industry offers, check out Rolling Rock, House of Blues, etc... they should have been 1st ballot Hall of Famers.

Posted by Alex Mackenzie on Saturday, 09/12/2020 @ 09:46am

From their beginning, STP has been a favorite of mine. I loved them then and still listen to them frequently. IMO I feel they are set apart from the others because of their versatility and timeless tunes. The way Scott Weiland croons through the lyrics captivates me to this day. Their ability to go from full on rock to a soothing "And So I Know" is just a huge credit to Weiland's abilities as a singer and the band as a whole. I will ALWAYS believe they belong in the RRHOF with the vocals of Scott Weiland. The new guy singing for the band needs to pay his dues. Time will tell.

Posted by Punky1 on Sunday, 11/21/2021 @ 00:16am

Hopefully, Soundgarden will be inducted this year coming up 2022 or 2023. Alice In Chains and Stone Temple Pilots will surely follow. I remember listening to STP and liking their sound right away. I had just started my college years. Grunge had taken hold of the music world. That incredible music was the Core CD. Plush & Wicked Garden are my FAV songs off it. Purple I think was a masterpiece. Love putting the music on and letting it play. Interstate Love Song and the Big Empty 2 KING FAVS. I remember watching the STP premier video Vasoline years ago. Sounded like a hit from my first listen. Very impressed with Purple and it has been multi-platinum for a long time.
Scott Weiland has an interesting range to his singing voice. It sounds he has a natural baritone but I've listened to his voice rise higher. Like a Tenor. One of my FAVS and sad that he has departed this world. He illuminated from the stage with his presence and voice. They STP have an impressive catalog of songs. I think STP is a HOF band. They continued to evolve and paint brilliant soundscapes. STP quickly proved they weren't fakers or imposters on the grunge scene but the real thing. A great rock band. I can't think of a bad STP song. It will be an outstanding day to hear Stone Temple Pilots has earned induction into the Rock & Roll HOF.
KING

Posted by KING on Thursday, 12/16/2021 @ 02:05am

Very unique band that was stuck in between a very bland label, (grunge) As we're alot of other great bands that shouldn't have been, like Soundgarden etc? Both snubs!? Come on Rock Hall?

Posted by Tim on Tuesday, 12/28/2021 @ 18:35pm

They deserve to get in just on the efforts of the 4 full lenth albums, Scott Weiland was as a interesting vocalist that there has been, this is another band that does not to deserve to keep the name STP. Due to not keeping the mainline up after they broken up, I have never seen them in concert since Weilands death and they play "Aftershock 22" and all it is, is the brothers with a Youtube singer, it is not Weilands band, but back to the core statement. Albums like "Core" was earth shattering and people mistake you for Peral Jam what a compliment and mistake by the Music company not STP, Stone Temple Pilots diversity in soundscaping vocals with the Riffs from Les Paul, made an easy transition to Slash and "Velvet Revolver" team of audio. If not STP as a group Scott Weiland for sure he was worth the ticket as a frontman and vocal --Sound-- diversity, he was not Chris Cornell in anyway in range but for sure in SOUND, and by the same token is missed on this earth as a musician.

Posted by Don Lee on Monday, 04/18/2022 @ 18:11pm

STP's music certainly is worthy of praise. For musicians, success is not a competition about who is better. Musicians create art for everyone to enjoy. Their body of work gets mistakenly categorized by their individual/collective style. I don't need an organization's affirmation, to tell me a band of musician's music is worthy. My musical soul does that. - These words of wisdom are on behalf of my favorite Band of musicians, Rush. Rush was snubbed for years from being inducted into the Rock and Roll hall of fame. But once there, the audience rose to their feet and Alex Lifeson spoke words of wisdom, during his induction speech. Confirming one organization doesn't determine whether or not a Band's music is worthy. Blah, Blah, Blah

Posted by Curtis Eatinger on Friday, 05/6/2022 @ 16:26pm

Stone Temple Pilots helped define rock music for an entire decade, I'm obviously talking about the 90s, but they continued their commercial success into the 2000s and still make new albums today with Jeff Gutt. They were never a ripoff band, Rolling Stone magazine knows what I'm talking about as they spread false rumors about STP sounding like Pearl Jam, despite STP forming first and always having their own, unique sound throughout each album. Their popularity speaks for itself, they didn't become successful and put out some of the top selling albums of the 90s because people hated them, but rather because they brought something unique to the table that people loved and were massively influential, they deserve to be recognized for it. Every modern rock station in the country was cranking their countless hits nonstop. Their music has stood the test of time, it's still relevant and adored even today. They were as big a part of the grunge movement as any of the other four major grunge bands, perhaps bigger than some.

As for Scott Weiland himself, he arguably had the best voice of the 90s, among the best of an entire generation. His range was outstanding and he could sound completely different from song to song, album to album. He was unique, the way he was able to transform his voice was practically unheard of. Watch him perform with Robbie Krieger, Ray Manzarek, and John Densmore, the man was channeling Jim Morrison, nobody ever came close to doing that feat.

Posted by Alex Revello on Friday, 08/5/2022 @ 03:10am

Heck yes they better get in. Scott Wieland is one of the best front men of the 90s into the early 2000s.

Posted by Nick on Tuesday, 09/20/2022 @ 14:30pm

I was fortunate enough to see STP in concert before Weiland went MIA on a bender. I absolutely love their acoustic sets. Which they had set up on another stage above and by the time it descended till it rested on the original stage the band was getting ready to go right into "Plush". I gotta say the opening band was quite impressive. One guy on drums and one guy on guitar and vocals. A third guy came out every now and then to hit a few keys on the keyboard, but mostly just 2 guys. You know them as Local H and their hit "Bound for the Floor".

Posted by Chaos on Saturday, 04/8/2023 @ 15:06pm