Shangri-La Dee Da cover

Released 25 years ago this June

Shangri-La Dee Da

Stone Temple Pilots · 2001

47 min · 13 tracks · grunge

A textured blend of grunge and alternative rock that balances raw energy with introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • introspective moments for quiet reflection
  • earworm melodies for sing-alongs
  • consistent flow from start to

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 19, 2001, 'Shangri-La Dee Da' marked Stone Temple Pilots' fifth studio album, following their commercially successful 'No. 4'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a turbulent phase, dealing with internal conflicts and lineup changes while trying to redefine their sound amidst shifting musical trends.
Stylistic neighbors
Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Pearl Jam

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Dumb Love 2:51
  • 2 Days of the Week 2:35
  • 3 Coma 3:41
  • 4 Hollywood Bitch 2:43
  • 5 Wonderful 3:47
  • 6 Black Again 3:26
  • 7 Hello It’s Late 4:22
  • 8 Too Cool Queenie 2:47
  • 9 Regeneration 3:55
  • 10 Bi‐Polar Bear 5:04
  • 11 Transmissions From a Lonely Room 3:15
  • 12 A Song for Sleeping 4:15
  • 13 Long Way Home 4:33

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