Singing Guide: Stone Temple Pilots
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Founded in 1989 and originally named Mighty Joe Young, Stone Temple Pilots (STP) quickly became one of the most successful alternative rock bands of the 1990s. Their distinctive sound was the result of singer Scott Weiland's exceptional range and unique ability to fuse hard rock with pop sensibility. The band's songs are characterized by powerful harmonic progressions, heavy guitars, and soaring vocals, making STP a popular choice among singers looking to develop their own style.
To learn how to sing like Scott Weiland, you need to focus on his unique vocal technique and style. We recommend starting with the following exercises:
- The Vocal Range Test on Singing Carrots: The first step to learning how to sing like Scott Weiland is to determine your vocal range. Take Singing Carrots' Vocal Range Test, which assesses your range and compares it to famous singers, including Weiland.
- Farinelli Breathing: This exercise is great for developing breath control and support, which are essential for singing Weiland's high notes. The exercise is described in the following video: Farinelli Breathing
- Voice Registers & Vocal Break: Weiland often moves from head voice to chest voice and uses mixed voice to connect these registers. You can learn more about voice registers and how to use them with this article: Voice registers & vocal break
- Belting: One of Weiland's signature singing techniques is belting. Learn how to belt safely and effectively with this article: Contemporary vocal techniques: Heavy modal, Twang, Belting
- Vibrato: Another hallmark of Weiland's singing style is his use of vibrato. This article explains how to use vibrato properly: Singing with Vibrato
Once you have a good grasp of the fundamentals of Weiland's singing style, you can start practicing by studying his songs. Some of Weiland's most iconic songs, such as "Interstate Love Song," "Plush," and "Vasoline," showcase his range and technique.
We hope this guide helps you learn how to sing like Scott Weiland. Remember to always practice smart, use proper technique, and warm up before singing to avoid straining your voice. Check Singing Carrots' Pitch Training tutorials to work on your pitch accuracy, vocal range, and agility. Good luck on your singing journey!