Stone Temple Pilots Electrifies New Jersey’s North to Shore Festival
Stone Temple Pilots kicked off their Prudential North to Shore Festival NJPAC show in Newark, New Jersey with a rush of high-energy classic—starting strong with “Unglued,” “Wicked Garden,” “Vasoline,” and “Big Bang Baby.” Jeff Gutt’s vocals cut through with confidence and raw power, grounding the early set in the band’s grunge roots. The transition into the deeper, bass-heavy groove of “Down” and the heavier punch of “Silvergun Superman” showcased Dean and Robert DeLeo’s signature riff-driven interplay and thunderous rhythm section—truly demonstrating why these songs remain fan favorites.
After brief band introductions, STP shifted gears with “Still Remains,” a poignant dedication to Scott Weiland, the band’s founding frontman, that added emotional depth to the evening. They moved seamlessly into “Big Empty,” “Plush,” and “Interstate Love Song,” drawing the audience into a wave of nostalgia, with “Plush” and its haunting chorus sparking a powerful crowd sing along. As the evening progressed, the set climaxed with aggressive blasts of “Crackerman,” “Dead and Bloated,” and “Trippin’ on a Hole in a Paper Heart,” ramping up the intensity before the encore.
For the encore, STP didn’t let up—delivering the punchy “Kitchenware & Candybars,” the underplayed deep cut “Piece of Pie,” and the cathartic roar of “Sex Type Thing.” The crowd was electric, feeding off the mix of nostalgia and current aggression. All in all, the concert was a sharp, high-energy showcase—seamlessly blending emotional tributes with hard-hitting performances, and making it clear that even after nearly thirty years, Stone Temple Pilots remain a force to be reckoned with on the live rock circuit.
Parlor Mob kicked the night into high gear with a blistering three‑song opening set that perfectly showcased their tight musicianship and raw, Asbury Park swagger. Frontman Mark Melicia’s charismatic stage presence and soulful vocals paired seamlessly with Paul Ritchie and Eric Rudic’s fierce riff-work and rhythm section, crafting an irresistible rock energy. By the time they exited, the audience was fully warmed up and buzzing—evidence that Parlor Mob delivered a powerhouse introduction that set the bar sky-high for what was to come.
