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Stone Temple Pilots; Butthole Surfers

Atlantic's Stone Temple Pilots and Capitol's Butthole Surfers co-headlined, both celebrating major label debut records, "Core" and "Independent Worm Saloon," respectively.

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Overlooking Castaic Lake on a grassy hillside with a cookout, snow cones and a near-full moon, four hours of music filled the summer air with the “Bar-B-Q Mitzvah” tour. Atlantic’s Stone Temple Pilots and Capitol’s Butthole Surfers co-headlined, both celebrating major label debut records, “Core” and “Independent Worm Saloon,” respectively.

Stone Temple Pilots, who were recently certified platinum, chose this tour over many major arena tours offered them, including the Aerosmith tour.

Although this is their first album, the Pilots displayed the talent and professionalism of veteran rockers. They led the crowd on a billowing rock’n’roll roller-coaster ride. High-energy, grungy songs filled most of the set, and the power-surge of “Sex Type Thing”– the debut single that shot the Pilots into the mainstream — seized the crowd, bringing the show to a climax.

Behind the thick veneer of smoke, the high-energy STP lead singer Weiland flung himself like a rag doll about the stage, stopping between songs to angrily address the violence in the audience. The rough concert reportedly resulted in broken limbs, sexual assaults and objects thrown at the bands.

Up front, the mosh pit grew to massive proportions. Illegal fireworks and rockets shot above and into the audience. Toward the middle grounds, a reckless few danced around their own bonfire.

After years of working with independent labels, hard-core radical thrashers Butthole Surfers finally have the support of a major label, seemingly as a result of their Lollapalooza stint last year. Still, the band has remained musically unconventional.

They commanded the attention of the audience from the first power chord. But even with the intense and exciting opening, the Surfers’ relentless noise became drone after a while, lacking enough diversity to keep everyone attentive. A few filtered out, and the mosh pit shrunk and slowed.

Visually, the Surfers’ main attraction was the big screen behind them, displaying fluorescent-colored laser geometric shapes dancing over some indiscernible images, and of course, the pyrotechnics. Lead singer Gibby Haynes started his own fire upon stage and ended the show with a bang of fireworks.

Openers Firehose and Basehead, two apparently talented bands, unfortunately couldn’t really be appreciated as poor sound mixes distorted their sound so much.

Castaic Lake; 5,000 capacity; 18.50 top

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• Cast: Bands: (Stone Temple Pilots) Weiland, Robert DeLeo, Den DeLeo, Eric Kretz; (Butthole Surfers) Gibby Haynes, King Coffey, Paul Leary, Jeff Pinkus.

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Few bands had such a rollercoaster career as Stone Temple Pilots , much of it due to the erractic behaviour of mercurial frontman Scott Weiland , who died in 2015. In 2013, following yet another split with Weiland, the band enlisted a surprise replacement: Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington , who appeared on that year’s High Rise EP. On the eve of the EP’s release, Classic Rock talked to the band and Bennington – who passed away in 2017 - about rebooting one of alternative rock’s biggest bands.

The point of no return for Stone Temple Pilots came on 17 September, 2012. After three months of hit-and-miss performances with vocalist Scott Weiland, the band were scheduled to play in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Weiland arrived at the venue almost two hours late and stumbled his way through a shortened set. The group cancelled the next night’s gig in Lethbridge, Alberta without a proper explanation. By the time the group returned to the road for the last three dates the die had been cast. Guitarist Dean DeLeo, bassist Robert DeLeo and drummer Eric Kretz decided to find a new singer.

“We were left in a position where we went: ‘Okay, what do we do?’ says Robert. “Those shows were the accumulation of everything that had come together for many years. it was a very, very difficult decision to make.”

Three months later, a DJ in Minneapolis asked Velvet Revolver guitarist Slash about Weiland’s recent comments about being “completely open” to rejoining that band. “That’s because he got fired from STP,” responded Slash. 

Reports of Weiland’s dismissal were all over the internet. In an interview with Rolling Stone in February, Weiland insisted he was still in the band. But the next day STP issued a short statement: “Stone Temple Pilots have announced they have officially terminated Scott Weiland.” On 18 May the band unveiled his replacement: Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington.

Today, with litigation pending about who owns the band’s name and whether the members of STP had a legal right to fire Weiland, Dean and Robert DeLeo are reluctant to reveal what specific incidents led them to “terminate” Weiland and bring in Bennington. They choose their words carefully when asked about their relationship with their ex-frontman, though they’re clearly still bitter about the endless frustration and trauma he allegedly caused during their 20-plus year career.

“Everybody only got a glimpse of what was really going on,” says Dean. “The inside was dark, man. And the last couple years it was impossible to get anything done. There was a 50/50 shot whether Scott was even gonna show. And then there was a 50/50 shot of who I was gonna get.”

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Those unfamiliar with the band might ask why they didn’t replace him long ago. The answer is simple. In his prime, Weiland was as much STP’s hero as he was their Achilles heel. Despite a rampant heroin habit that raged from 1994 until 2002, they were one the most successful rock bands of the 90s, and even when their singer was out of his mind he was one of the most dynamic frontmen, with a voice to rival Eddie Vedder. 

But while Weiland was the band’s showman, the DeLeos were the men who ran the show, crafting songs that drew from Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, Motown and grunge. Many critics dismissed STP as Pearl Jam wannabes, but the public didn’t agree; the band’s 1992 debut, Core , sold more than eight million copies, and before their first break-up in 2003 they’d sold 40 million records worldwide.

Despite the band’s success, their progress was hampered almost from the start by Weiland’s habits. In 1995 he was arrested for buying crack cocaine. Though he avoided jail, his addiction worsened, and in 1997 STP had to cut short a tour short because he was too far gone to perform. 

“I lived with this false hope that he was one day gonna get it together,” Dean admits. “I kick myself today because we let it go on so long.”

They gave Weiland another chance in 1998 and hung together for the next few years. But the Pilots fell from the sky once again during a 2002 tour. Fed up with Weiland’s missteps, the DeLeos vowed they were through, and even titled a 2003 greatest hits compilation Thank You as a final gesture to their fans.

“The story of my career is constantly wanting to take STP to new levels,” Robert laments, “but we constantly had to hold back.”

Despite everything, the band kept trying, and invited Weiland back one more time in 2007 at the request of his then-wife. Never one to leave bridges unburned, Weiland vacated Velvet Revolver under less than friendly circumstances and Stone Temple Pilots scheduled a 65-date tour of North America. 

The DeLeos were optimistic when they went into production for their self-titled sixth album, which came out in 2010. But the problems that reared their heads during recording became uglier on the road, even though Weiland was reportedly clean. When the singer slipped into full Axl Rose mode, the other members decided they needed a major change. 

“It wasn’t only a decision to terminate my lead singer, it was a quality of life decision,” Robert says. “I look at what STP has done – or hasn’t done – in the past 10 years. I don’t want the next 10 to be like that.”

The first time Chester Bennington saw Stone Temple Pilots live was in 1993 at the Arizona State Fair in his home town Phoenix. Core was one of Bennington’s favourite records. The night turned out to be a pivotal moment for the teenager.

“Scott came out wearing flannel,” he recalls today. “During the second song he tore the flannel off and said: ‘We’re not from fucking Seattle!’ And they rocked so hard. I looked at that and thought, ‘Fuck, I want to be able to do that.’”

It was the first of many times that Bennington saw them in the 90s. By 2001 he was even sharing a stage with them when Linkin Park and Stone Temple Pilots both appeared on the Family Values tour. When things crossed a line with Weiland, the DeLeos contacted Bennington via mutual friends and asked him if was interested in joining the band he’d grown up idolising.

“I said yes, immediately. And then I suddenly felt like, ‘Oh, I’m gonna puke a little bit,’” Bennington admits.” I was nervous, but also really excited.”

The group started tossing around ideas for new songs. “There were great riffs bouncing around and a lot of chemistry,” Bennington says. “We got each other’s personalities, and we were all having a blast.”

“There’s a certain magic that happens when Robert, Eric and I get in the room and start playing,” adds Dean. “Chester fit right into that formula. Even though we hadn’t seen him in a long time, it was like he had been playing with us for 30 years. He had great ideas, and when we finally took a break and played some of the old catalogue for fun, he knew the songs.” 

The first new song the band completed, the fist-raising anthem Out Of Time , came from a bass line Robert played on the spot while trying out some new equipment. In keeping with this spirit of spontaneity, they recorded the song and unveiled it on May18 at the annual LA radio festival, the KROQ Weenie Roast. Before Bennington took the stage, the audience was unaware he was STP’s new singer.

“During the first song, the band started playing the music for Vaseline ,” Bennington recalls. “I was shaking my ass on the drum riser with my back to the crowd. I jumped and landed on the stage when the song started, and began to sing. People were screaming and they were super-stoked. I think I lot of them thought I was Scott. When they saw that I wasn’t, they were surprised, but I didn’t see or hear anything that indicated that maybe this was a bad idea.”

The next day STP released Out Of Time as a free download, and that night they played the Live 105 BFD festival near San Francisco. As exciting as it was to be back on stage, Stone Temple Pilots held off playing more shows so they could record an EP before August, when Bennington had to go into full-time rehearsals with Linkin Park.

“Dean, Eric and I felt like we could get more done with Chester in a few months than we could in a few years with STP before,” says Robert. “And we have.” 

There’s some irony in the fact that STP have swapped one notoriously wayward singer for another who has had his own struggles with substances in the past. Bennington battled drink and drugs throughout his early career before cleaning up in 2005. The DeLeos are aware of Bennington’s story, and they’re confident history won’t repeat itself. “I’ve spent a lot of time around him, and I could tell right away that won’t be an issue,” Robert says. “I see what kind of a person he is.”

But there are bigger considerations than just chemical ones. Bringing on board an established singer with his own successful band could bring its own set of problems, especially as this union looks like it will be semi-permanent. Bennington is aware of the pitfalls of juggling two bands at once – Linkin Park are working on the soundtrack to the upcoming movie Mall , as a well as their own new studio album. The singer has the cautious support of his Linkin Park bandmates, though their concerns seem more to do with workload than jealousy.

“This is the first time when one of us has said: ‘Hey, by the way, I’m going to do this thing on the side and it’s one of the biggest things out there,’” he says. “Understandably, they’re concerned that I’m stretching myself too thin. They were like: ‘Look, we support this, but we also know you’re not gonna just want this to be something that you do. You’re going to want this to be big.’ I just have to remember I’m only one person so I have to be smart.”

Given Bennington’s limited availability to STP, there’s a question that begs to be answered: once the legal issues are ironed out, what if a healthy, happy Weiland wants to return to Stone Temple Pilots? 

“No way, man,” says Robert. “That boat has sailed.”

Dean DeLeo agrees. “We’ve tried that again and again,” he says. “It’s about time we started enjoying our career and having a good time with it, as opposed to just worrying about everything all the time and trying to uphold another dude’s integrity. I want to enjoy this, man, and it hasn’t been enjoyable for a long, long time. When I go into a session now where I’m being affiliated with Chester, it’s a huge, huge beast off my back. I sleep much better at night.” 

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Visiting a new city is akin to going on a first date, it is something you will never forget. Many people imagine Moscow as just a bunch of sporadic landmarks: Red Square, the Kremlin, Lenin’s Mausoleum and GUM. There is so much more to this wonderful city than that and even though we only have a few hours, we will do all we can to show you everything we know and love about our capital in one fell swoop. We will take you on a journey through the ages, from centuries ago, right up to the modern day, soaking in the sights of this vast and bustling metropolis. Bright, luxurious and both ancient and modern at the same time, Moscow invites you on a date you’ll never forget!

On our sightseeing bus tour of the city, you will see:

• The wonderfully historic city centre and its unique museums, magnificent cathedrals, the exquisite Chambers of the Romanov Boyars and of course, the famous towering red brick walls of the Kremlin, The charming beauty of the Alexander Garden awaits the capital's guests - a lush green oasis in the midst of the glass and concrete clad metropolis, basking in the etherial aura emanating from the whitewashed stone walls of the restored Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the world- renowned fairytale onion domes of St. Basil's Cathedral and other impressive monumental buildings such as the library built in Lenin's honour - the Russian State Library - and the State Duma.
• The Lubyanka KGB headquarters is notorious to members of older generations and although nowadays, the face of the secret police has changed dramatically, the looming enigmatic building on the waterfront maintains its aura of mystery, shrouded in a variety of murky rumours and dark myths. Then, there’s another of Moscow's main attractions - the marvellous Bolshoi Theatre, yew simply cant leave Moscow without taking in its breathtaking architecture. Engrained in the fabric of Russia's cultural heritage, virtuoso performers such as prima ballerina Galina Ulanova, opera singer Feodor Chaliapin and pianist, composer and conductor Sergei Rachmaninoff once stood centre stage of this vaunted institution.
• The memorial complex on Poklonnaya Hill was constructed in the glory and honour of our heroes who defended our nation in the many crucial battles of the Great Patriotic War (WWII). This is a place that embodies a particularly acute and inextricable link between older ancf younger generations. Moving on to the Moscow International Business Centre, not dubbed ‘Moscow City' for nothing, a true glimpse of the future in the present. This incredible, rather jaw-dropping project in the capital has shown that Moscow has come to accept the age of the skyscraper. Finally, the stunning views from the observation deck at Sparrow Hills will leave professional and amateur photographers alike itching to capture them. How could one resist?

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This short Moscow tour will give you a true taste of the history, culture and incomparable urban vibe that define one of the world’s largest metropolises. In just three days, this Moscow itinerary takes in all the most iconic sights of this attraction-packed destination. After two and half days getting acquainted with the city, we’ve set time aside for you to explore Moscow your way and discover your own favourite hang-outs in a city overflowing with hidden treasures

3-Day Moscow Tour Highlights:

• Panoramic Tour of Moscow: See Moscow beyond the postcard images on a private excursion by car through the city streets including a drive along the banks of the Moskva River. Visit the famous Bolshoi Theatre, pass by Gorky Park and the Novodevichy Convent, and admire the city from on high at the Sparrow Hill observation platform.
• Moscow Historical City Centre Guided Walking Tour : Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of one of the world’s biggest metropolises and discover local haunts on foot, including the Red Square, the Kremlin and the multi-coloured domes of St Basil’s Cathedral.
• Armory Chamber tour: Explore the endless treasures of this unique museum, displaying the wealth accumulated by Russian rulers from the 12th century until the October Revolution of 1917. Walking through the exhibition halls is a journey through the centuries.
• Moscow Metro Tour : Go deep underground on a subway tour of the famous Moscow metro. The world’s deepest metro system is renowned for its palatial, art-adorned stations, complete with marble columns and chandeliers.

On your first day, you’ll be treated to a panoramic, drive-by tour of Moscow to get a feel for the immense scale of one of the world’s most rapidly developing urban centres. The city’s history unfolds in real-time as you pass lavish imperial mansions, solemn Soviet structures and luxurious modern shopping centres.

Day two kicks off exploring Moscow’s historic centre on foot, followed by a tour of the Kremlin, the seat of Russian power and political intrigue for centuries. Stand in the Red Square, surrounded by the stunning architecture as you hear stories of the people and events behind many of Moscow’s most iconic landmarks.

On your final day, we’ll head beneath the city for a tour of the Moscow Metro and its famously ornate underground stations. Art lovers should hit up one of Moscow’s many world-class galleries such as the Tretyakov State Gallery, the Pushkin Museum or Garage, Moscow’s cutting-edge contemporary art museum. History fans can follow a Soviet trail through the city including Stalin’s Bunker, while those seeking a more indulgent experience can browse trendy neighbourhoods like Kitay Gorod or shop for everything from fashion to kitsch souvenirs at the enchanting Izmaylovo Flea Market. Foodies can head to one of the countless speciality stores sampling vodka, caviar and chocolate.

If you only have a few days to spend in Moscow, this tour will ensure you make the most of your time in the city. Let the experts navigate you through this complex and occasionally overwhelming capital, giving you plenty of time to soak up the city’s most unmissable attractions.

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Day 1 Panoramic city tour

Welcome to the glorious capital of Russia, Moscow! You’ll be met by your driver at the airport and taken to your centrally located hotel.

After check-in and rest, meet your private guide at the hotel lobby for a comprehensive tour of Moscow by car. Visit the starkly contrasting Theatre Square to see the stunning Bolshoi Theatre, pass Tverskaya Street, the city’s main boulevard and home to the landmark Yeleseyevskiy Grocery Store.

You’ll enjoy a panoramic drive along the Moskva River, where a huge, controversial state of Peter the Great was erected. Pass by the legendary Gorky Park and the White House before a stop at the architecturally stunning Novodevichy Convent, and the observation platform at Sparrow Hills, for a bird’s eye view over this staggering megalopolis.

Day 2 Red Square and Kremlin

After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will take you on a walking tour of the historical city centre. Stroll through the Red Square, the hub of cultural life in Moscow, with its elaborate ‘stone flower’ fountain and fantasy-like St Basil’s Cathedral – a postcard-perfect symbol of the nation. Admire the grandiose façade of GUM, the city’s most luxurious shopping centre, and visit Alexander’s Garden, with its eternal flame and the chance to watch a changing of the guards.

Break for lunch before continuing on a tour of the Kremlin and Armoury Chamber, famous of its collection of tsarist fashion, with regalia such as jewel-encrusted crowns, orbs and sceptres as well as arms and armour, exotic gifts from the leaders of faraway lands, and an illustrious case of Imperial Faberge eggs.

As an option* spend an evening on a sumptuous dinner cruise, taking in the stunning sights and city lights of this mesmerising metropolis by night.

Day 3 Metro and Arbat Street

Start a day with a tour of Metro, stopping on the way to marvel at some of the most elaborately decorated stations of the world-famous Moscow subway system. Take a stroll along Old Arbat street - the most famous street in Moscow. Through the centuries Arbat used to be one of the most bohemian places in Moscow. Today Arbat is a promenade full of small cozy cafes and street life.

The afternoon is free for you to either enjoy the rest of the day on your own or choose among optional excursions to explore more of Moscow. Visit the Tretyakov Gallery or Pushkin State Museum to admire Russian art. Join locals for a stroll at the Gorky or VDNH park.

Visit beautiful Kolomeskoye Estate or Izmailovo Kremlin, or spend a day exploring the beautiful city of the Golden Ring (Russian province) - Sergiev Posad. In the evening you will be transferred to the airport for your departure to your next destination.

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The choice to join a small group on a guaranteed departure or chose to travel on your own dates with your own mates. Each destination we travel to in Russia offers an option between private tours and small group tours. Please note: on our adventure tours in remote destinations, we mostly run group tours to keep the cost down.

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56th Parallel is a fully licensed, insured and accredited travel provider.

From USD $730

Day 1: Panoramic city tour

Day 2: red square and kremlin, day 3: metro and arbat street, not included, start planning your tour.

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