Stone Temple Pilots Members, Gear & Sound

Genre

Rock Alternative rock Pop rock Psychedelic rock Hard rock Grunge Post-grunge Alternative metal Neo-psychedelia Nu metal Acoustic rock

Members

Select a Stone Temple Pilots band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.

Dean DeLeo

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Trip the Witch Army of Anyone Stone Temple Friend Talk Show

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Robert DeLeo

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist Composer

Groups:

Hollywood Vampires Kings of Chaos Army of Anyone Talk Show

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Chester Bennington

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

Linkin Park Kings of Chaos Grey Daze Camp Freddy Dead by Sunrise

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Eric Kretz

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

Stone Temple Friend Talk Show

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Scott Weiland

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

Velvet Revolver All Star Tribute Camp Freddy The Wondergirls The Magnificent Bastards Artists Against AIDS Worldwide Art of Anarchy The Wildabouts

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Jeff Gutt

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

Dry Cell Rival City

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About

Stone Temple Pilots is an American rock band celebrated for their dynamic blend of grunge, alternative rock, and hard rock, with a unique touch of neo-psychedelia. Formed in San Diego, California, in 1989, the group originally consisted of Scott Weiland (vocals), brothers Dean DeLeo (guitar) and Robert DeLeo (bass), and Eric Kretz (drums). With Weiland's departure and subsequent passing, Jeff Gutt stepped in as the lead vocalist in 2017. Over the decades, Stone Temple Pilots have carved out a significant place in the rock landscape with hits like "Plush," "Interstate Love Song," and "Vasoline," known for their raw energy and introspective lyrics.

How to Sound Like Stone Temple Pilots

Stone Temple Pilots' sound is a captivating mix of aggressive riffs and melodic interludes. Their music often features heavy, distorted guitar tones alongside moments of subtle acoustic depth, reflecting their versatility in rock genres. The Gibson Les Paul, favored by Dean DeLeo, plays a crucial role in crafting their robust and gritty sound, delivering thick, powerful riffs through a Vox AC30 for that classic rock crunch. The band’s rhythm section, driven by Robert DeLeo's bass lines, often utilizes effects like the Electro-Harmonix Bass Micro Synth XO to add a layer of sonic complexity. Their music thrives on a balance between heavy, driving rock anthems and introspective, acoustic explorations, making their sound both impactful and expansive.

Discography

Core (Super Deluxe Edition)

1992

Purple (2019 Remaster)

1994

Tiny Music...Songs from the Vatican Gift Shop

1996

No. 4

1999

Shangri-LA DEE DA

2001

Stone Temple Pilots

2010

Stone Temple Pilots (2018)

2018

Perdida

2020

Tiny Music... Songs From The Vatican Gift Shop (Super Deluxe Edition) [2021 Remaster]

2021

Get the Stone Temple Pilots Sound

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