Is Stone Temple Pilots a good place to start with Stone Temple Pilots?

Yes, Stone Temple Pilots is recommended as a starting point for new Stone Temple Pilots listeners. A vibrant blend of grunge and alternative rock that showcases both nostalgia and a fresh, melodic sensibility. Released on May 21, 2010, this self-titled album marked Stone Temple Pilots' first studio effort since their 2001 release, Shangri-La Dee Da. Coming after a hiatus and lineup changes, the album reflects the band's attempt to reclaim their sound while maintaining relevance in a shifting musical landscape.

Who is Stone Temple Pilots for?

Stone Temple Pilots works well if you're into short, engaging listening sessions, melodic hooks and accessibility and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Stone Temple Pilots?

Stone Temple Pilots has 16 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Stone Temple Pilots

Stone Temple Pilots · 2010

54 min · 16 tracks · grunge

A vibrant blend of grunge and alternative rock that showcases both nostalgia and a fresh, melodic sensibility.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Between the Lines Start here — This opening track encapsulates the album's energetic spirit with its catchy chorus and introspective lyrics, setting a tone of both reflection and optimism.
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Take a Load Off — Easily recognizable for its infectious groove, this track balances lightheartedness with deeper themes of self-acceptance and liberation, showcasing the band's growth.
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Cinnamon — With its unique rhythmic patterns and evocative lyrics, this song stands out as an experimental highlight that illustrates the band's willingness to explore new sonic territories.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends familiar grunge elements with fresh melodies but lacks a strong cohesive arc.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo energy, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and arrangements.
Tracks like 'Cinnamon' and 'Hazy Daze' incorporate layered guitar work that adds depth to the sound.
Several songs feature prominent vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, which enhance their melodic appeal.

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

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short, engaging listening sessions
melodic hooks and accessibility
dynamic emotional journeys
varied pacing throughout album

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — This album shows the band's return after a hiatus, indicating continued vitality.
Career context: Released on May 21, 2010, this self-titled album marked Stone Temple Pilots' first studio effort since their 2001 release, Shangri-La Dee Da. Coming after a hiatus and lineup changes, the album reflects the band's attempt to reclaim their sound while maintaining relevance in a shifting musical landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Pearl Jam