News broke Thursday night that Scott Weiland, the one-time frontman of Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver, passed away. The singer, who was found unresponsive on his tour bus in Minnesota for a show with his band The Wildabouts, was 48 years old. The news has come as somewhat of a shock, if only because stories of his substance abuse had started to subside as of late. However, the years of drug abuse had prompted rumors of his death in the past several years, but this time the news is unfortunately true as Weiland was found dead on the band’s tour bus prior to the show.
Many of his fellow musicians have subsequently taken to social media to express grief and condolences, as well as to share memories of the influential singer with the incredibly distinct voice and sometimes slightly confusing, though no less poignant lyrics.
Very sad news, rest in peace #ScottWeiland #toosoon
— Travis Barker (@travisbarker) December 4, 2015
Sad day. RIP Scott Weiland https://t.co/qPeUMpKxMd
— Slash (@Slash) December 4, 2015
Extremely saddened to have read Scott Weiland passed. Such a gifted performer. My thoughts are with your loved ones,friends & fans.
— Joe Perry (@JoePerry) December 4, 2015
R.I.P. Scott Weiland
— Joe Satriani (@chickenfootjoe) December 4, 2015
I usually avoid the celebrity death Twitter bandwagon but here's my favorite STP songs in honor of #ScottWeiland https://t.co/ctrNPvPJVd
— Spose (@spizzyspose) December 4, 2015
We played w/ STP at @MTV Spring Break '93 in Daytona Beach and they had great energy. Rest easy #ScottWeiland
— Living Colour (@LivingColour) December 4, 2015
RIP Scott Weiland
Universe, please take care of him. https://t.co/sNXVIPl2jA
— Ryan Adams (@TheRyanAdams) December 4, 2015
https://twitter.com/DaveNavarro/status/672662201195360257
Just heard some news that broke my heart. May heavens doors be wide open for you friend. #RIPScottWeiland
— Foster The People (@fosterthepeople) December 4, 2015
Our condolences to the family, friends & fans of #ScottWeiland. May he rest in peace.
— Filter (@OfficialFilter) December 4, 2015
Deeply saddened by the passing of singer #ScottWeiland. What a voice we've lost. Thoughts and prayers to his family. https://t.co/Y8dRponluc
— Alice Cooper (@alicecooper) December 4, 2015
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