They'll be back some day, and when it happens, they'll perhaps be in a better place with each other and ready to make some beautiful music again.
I actually doubt it this time. Scott hasn't given them any reason for them to even want to, and if he does, they'll just think it's temporary. I'd be pretty annoyed if I were them since the reunion.
Scott gave his last insane performances in VR. The last time I really felt excited was the Houdini performance. Yea, he moved like VR Scott, but you can tell he was there. Then Kimmel happened, and I was just like "what the fuck was that?!?" I felt embarrassed for them... Then, of course, that was followed by the incredibly awkward reunion shows that just left you thinking..."I kind of want my money back", of course that is if you've seen the band in their prime.
The only reason why it lasted so long, was money and more money, and once they weren't selling out places any longer, there was no reason to deal with Scott.
Now, they have this younger kid, who sings just fine. That's all they care about at this point. Chester is staying. They can control him a ton more than they can control Scott, and even creatively. Chester isn't going to fuck this up since its his wet dream.
I mean, think about it.... If shows are going to sell, and he can sing just fine, why bother with Scott when you aren't doing it for the love of the band's core? I do think they love this band and want to keep it alive, but Scott isn't dead.
Chester isn't going anywhere, and it sucks. I'd be happy as hell if they called it Stone Temple Pilots featuring Chester Bennington. I could care less what they play live. I understand what has transpired for all this to happen, but at least respect that part of your career. Love your band all you want, but don't go out there trying to claim new young kids and giving them your own vision of the band, and forcing your original fan base to deal with it.
I hope they get creative input in melodies and lyrics.
