CONCERT REVIEW: Stone Temple Pilots – The Toadies Live at Concrete Street Amphitheater


Stone Temple Pilots absolutely lit up Concrete Street Amphitheater on November 6, 2025, and man… what a night. The last time I saw them was way back in 1993 at the old Memorial Coliseum (RIP to that legendary building). I still remember being completely floored by the power of their sound—like they punched a hole straight through my teenage brain and rewired it with pure rock.

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ALBUM REVIEW: Stone Temple Pilots – Perdida


Bands rarely take risks anymore. Many times bands stick to an established formula and fear of change or reprisal from fans keeps the sounds regurgitating and prevents real growth. Then you have a band like Stone Temple Pilots, themselves riding the crest of their major 2019 comeback album, self-titled album, and a triumphant world tour that preceded and followed the release. You couldn’t blame them with all the past tumult if they played it safe and made another mostly rocking album to appease the fans. However, on their surprising unplugged album Perdida (Rhino), they did anything but play it safe. Continue reading →


Stone Temple Pilots Cancel Acoustic Tour Due to Injury


Sad news as Stone Temple Pilots is being forced to cancel their upcoming acoustic headline tour, due to injury. Lead vocalist Jeff Gutt has a severely herniated disc and his doctors have advised immediate surgery, along with several weeks of recovery time and physical therapy. Gutt is expected to make a full recovery, and the band hopes to reschedule the acoustic tour later this year. Ticket holders can seek refunds at point of purchase. The bands’ unplugged album Perdida. The album will be available on February 7 via Atlantic Records on CD and vinyl as well as from digital outlets and streaming services. Continue reading →