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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2026 · 1H 22M

Core Memories: Stone Temple Pilots and the Best Original Band Names

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This week we're turning the clock back to 1992 to revisit Core, the breakout debut album from Stone Temple Pilots. From "Plush" and "Creep" to "Sex Type Thing" and "Wicked Garden," we discuss the album's biggest songs, its place in the grunge era, and whether it deserves more credit as one of the defining rock records of the decade.Along the way, we dig into the history of the band, the criticism they faced during their rise, and how Core has held up more than 30 years later. Was STP unfairly dismissed by critics? Then it's draft time as we select the best original band names in music history. From legendary classics to creative oddities, we build our ultimate rosters of bands whose names were memorable before we ever heard a single note of their music.Support our show and join our Patreon!If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen!Follow us on your preferred social media:TwitterFacebookInstagram

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