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Stone Temple Pilots: Reunited and Thriving

By Stephen Elliott

Seven years after their messy breakup, the multiplatinum alt-rockers reflect on why they matter again.

Q&A: Band of Horses

By Steve Kandell

Pop open a frosty wine cooler with Ben Bridwell, the proud missing link between jam bands and grunge.

Festival Guide: Soundgarden

By David Marchese

Reunited grunge gods Chris Cornell and Kim Thayil consider the Gaga effect.

Festival Guide: Vampire Weekend

By Ezra Koenig

Ezra Koenig talks about his favorite festivals, why Palm Springs is so weird, and why festivalgoers need protection.

Breaking Out: The Constellations

By David Marchese

Atlanta nighthawks get an assist from Cee-Lo, inspiration from barflies.

Breaking Out: Best Coast

By Melissa Maerz

California girl finds fuzz-rock success 3,000 miles from home.

Breaking Out: Flying Lotus

By Andy Beta

Electronic music master gets a boost from Thom Yorke, inspiration from the Coltranes.

Festival Guide: Against Me!

By David Peisner

Onstage and on record, Tom Gabel still has something to prove.

Festival Guide: The Dead Weather

By Alison Mosshart

Alison Mosshart explains why you have a better time at festivals than she does.

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