Scott Weiland
Scott Weiland
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Scott Kelso Weiland was commonly known as Scott Weiland.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: October 27, 1967
Died: December 3, 2015
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Scott Weiland was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was best known as the lead vocalist of the alternative rock band Stone Temple Pilots (STP) from 1992 to 2002 and again from 2008 until his death in 2015.
Early Life and Background
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Weiland was born on October 27, 1967, in San Jose, California. He spent most of his childhood in Malibu, California, where he grew up surrounded by music. His early life was marked by struggles with addiction, which would later become a recurring theme throughout his career.
Major Accomplishments
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During his time as the lead vocalist of Stone Temple Pilots, Weiland helped shape the band into one of the most popular and influential bands of the 1990s. He co-wrote many of STP's hit songs, including "Plush," "Vasoline," and "Interstate 10."
Notable Works or Actions
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Weiland released several albums with Stone Temple Pilots, including their self-titled debut album in 1994. He also worked as the lead singer of Velvet Revolver from 2003 to 2008.
One notable work outside of STP was Weiland's solo album "1000 Hits" released in 1998.
Impact and Legacy
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Weiland left a lasting impact on the music industry with his unique voice and songwriting style. He is widely remembered for hits like "Plush," which has become one of the band's most iconic songs.
His struggles with addiction served as an inspiration to many fans who struggled with their own demons.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Scott Weiland's music had a lasting impact on rock music in the 1990s. His distinctive voice, unique songwriting style, and struggles with addiction have cemented his place in rock history.
Weiland's legacy continues to inspire new generations of musicians and fans alike.
Additional Facts
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He was married twice: first to Janina Castaneda and then to Mary Forsberg.
Weiland struggled with addiction throughout his life, which led to multiple stints in rehab.
His love for music started at a young age when he began playing guitar as a teenager.
He won a Grammy Award in 1994 for Best New Artist along with the band Stone Temple Pilots.
Quotes by Scott Weiland
Making an album should be an honest experience. It shouldn’t be about trying to gauge where popular music is today; it should be about artistic expression and putting down what you want to put down.
Great classic music that I’ve been turned on to has not only inspired and influenced me, but it has had an effect on my songwriting.
To be appreciated by a whole ’nother generation of fans, all of a sudden discovering you, it’s kind of what I did with the classic bands I love – the ones that influenced me.
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve found that I’m not afraid anymore to throw my influences into making a record.
