In the midst of a global touring shutdown, Stone Temple Pilots delivered an intimate and powerful treat for fans in October 2020: a full, front-to-back performance of their iconic 1994 album, "Purple." Filmed at Gold-Diggers Sound in Los Angeles, this special livestream event saw the band revisit the record that cemented their status as giants of their generation.
"Purple" was the highly anticipated follow-up to their massively successful debut, "Core," and it did not disappoint, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard charts and eventually selling over six million copies. This performance captures the enduring power of its tracklist, from the driving riffs of "Vasoline" and "Unglued" to the timeless anthem "Interstate Love Song" and the haunting acoustics of "Pretty Penny." The studio setting, devoid of a live audience, puts a sharp focus on the musicianship of Dean and Robert DeLeo, Eric Kretz, and the commanding vocal presence of Jeff Gutt, who honors the original recordings while bringing his own energy. This unique concert served as a potent reminder of the album's musical depth and its lasting impact on rock history.