Stone Temple Pilots Lead Singer Scott Weiland Dies at 48

According to a statement on his official Facebook page, Scott Weiland, lead singer of the Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver has died at age 48. A cause of death has not been disclosed at this time. The singer was currently on tour with his band.

The statement reads: "Scott Weiland, best known as the lead singer for Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver, passed away in his sleep while on a tour stop in Bloomington, Minnesota, with his band The Wildabouts," a statement on his Facebook page said. "At this time we ask that the privacy of Scott's family be respected."

Today, The Recording Academy issued the following statement on his passing:
Dec. 4, 2015

Two-time GRAMMY® Award winner Scott Weiland was a grunge icon and a true modern day, rock and roll front man. From the massive success he achieved as the original lead vocalist of Stone Temple Pilots to his work with rock supergroup Velvet Revolver and his most recent venture with the Wildabouts, Scott's extraordinary talent and captivating performances will forever live on and inspire legions of rock fans worldwide.

We have lost an innovative member of our creative community and our sincerest condolences go out to Scott's family, friends, collaborators and all who have been impacted by his incredible work.

Neil Portnow
President/CEO
The Recording Academy

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