Perdida (album)

Perdida is the eighth studio album by American rock band Stone Temple Pilots. It was released on February 7, 2020, by Rhino Entertainment. The album's title translates to "loss" in Spanish. Perdida is a largely acoustic-based album, contrasting with the band's earlier hard rock sound. Thematically, the album explores themes of grief, loss, and reflection, drawing inspiration from the personal experiences of the band members, particularly frontman Jeff Gutt. The album features instrumentation beyond the band's usual setup, including flute, saxophone, clarinet, and cello. It was promoted with singles such as "Fare Thee Well" and "Three Tears". The album received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who generally praised its experimentation and emotional depth, though some found the change in sound jarring.