INTERVIEW – Stone Temple Pilots Still Howling: Iconic band performs at Halloween shows this weekend

When Stone Temple Pilots take the stage at this weekends Halloween Howler concerts in Edmonton October 26^th and Calgary October 27^th , it’s a new take on a classic band. The original band members – brothers Dean DeLeo (Guitar), Robert DeLeo (Bass) and drummer Eric Kretz are joined by new singer Jeff Gutt. Gutt steps into the vocal role made by the late Scott Weiland and Chester Bennington - huge shoes to step into.

"Scott had a huge influence on me. I was friends with Chester but I had never met Scott. Scott was a chameleon. He brought a lot to the table and I am inspired by it. It helps me create and not be afraid to take things in certain directions. He could sing a song a certain way and create a character that...