Stone Temple Pilots (1986-2003, 2008-present)
Robert met Scott Weiland (who would eventually become lead singer of STP) at a Black Flag concert in Long Beach. They soon realized that they were both dating the same woman. After she moved to Texas, Weiland and Deleo moved into her San Diego apartment, where they tried to form a band. They eventually hooked up with drummer Eric Kretz, and Robert managed to convince his brother Dean to play guitar in their new band. The band took the name Mighty Joe Young. They played many gigs around LA bars, and were eventually signed onto Atlantic Records in 1992. However, the name "Mighty Joe Young" had already been taken, so the band was forced to change their name to "Stone Temple Pilots" (which has no specific meaning, according to Weiland).
During their years, Stone Temple Pilots came to be one of the most successful bands of the 90's. Robert is credited with much of the band's music, including the famous intros for the songs "Plush" and "Interstate Love Song". Although sales of their records eclipsed over 30 million, the band disbanded due to Scott Weiland's continuous problems with drug abuse.
Stone Temple Pilots reunited in early 2008 and recently completed a reunion tour. The band released its eponymous sixth studio album on May 25, 2010.
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