The John Royal Affair

The John Royal Affair

In Which I Write An Unapologetic Love Letter to the Stone Temple Pilots, One of My All-Time Favorite Bands

Seriously, I Know It's Not Cool, But I Love This Band

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JOHN ROYAL
Jan 08, 2024
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This is a love letter to one of my favorite bands. The band has never been a critical darling. They’ll never get into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The lead singer died of a drug overdose, which surprised absolutely no one.

Still, I love this band.

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