What makes Meadow by Stone Temple Pilots notable?

'Meadow' received significant attention for its return after a lengthy hiatus and introduced Gutt's unique vocal style to a legacy audience. The song was noted for its introspective lyrics and helped the band maintain relevance within the grunge scene, charting on Billboard's Rock Digital Songs. Released on November 15, 2017, 'Meadow' marked Stone Temple Pilots' first studio release with new lead singer Jeff Gutt following Scott Weiland's death in 2015. This single was pivotal as it showcased the band's willingness to evolve while retaining their signature sound amidst lineup changes.

How many songs are on Meadow?

Meadow has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Meadow

Stone Temple Pilots · 2017

3 min · 1 track · grunge

A reflective exploration of vulnerability intertwined with melodic grunge and atmospheric instrumentation.

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Meadow — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of introspection and resilience, marrying Gutt's emotive vocals with rich instrumental layers that harken back to the band's roots.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The song combines reflective lyrics with atmospheric instrumentation, marking a solid return for the band.

What we noticed

The track features a slow, steady tempo with layered guitar textures that create an atmospheric backdrop.
Vocals are delivered in a subdued, reflective manner, emphasizing the introspective nature of the lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Introduced new lead singer and marked a significant return after a hiatus.
Career context: Released on November 15, 2017, 'Meadow' marked Stone Temple Pilots' first studio release with new lead singer Jeff Gutt following Scott Weiland's death in 2015. This single was pivotal as it showcased the band's willingness to evolve while retaining their signature sound amidst lineup changes.
Stylistic neighbors: Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Pearl Jam