New Study Says New Jersey Is The Loudest State

We’re pretty loud here in Jersey.  And no, I’m not referring to how we speak.  However, that too is loud for many. New Jersey is the loudest state according to a new survey. Based on all sorts of factors. Conversely, Alaska is the quietest.

I wear this title proudly as a badge of honor.  I’m not sure exactly why, but I saw a shirt once that read “New Jersey- Where The Weak Are Killed And Eaten.”  And I gotta say, this state’s not for the faint of heart.  It’s a tough place, but also a beautiful state as well. We have beaches, farms, greenery, mountains, cities….all in one state.  How cool?

So, this study looked at several factors to determine the loudest states including traffic noise, the number of construction permits, the number of planes flying overhead, public transit, and the number of bars in the area.  That’s a ton of factors!  New Jersey is ranked the loudest in part because of the amount of people packed into every square mile of the relatively small state. I mean, the next loudest states are Massachusetts and then Pennsylvania.

They didn’t even factor in how loud we are as people.  I mean we talk loudly, apparently with our Jersey accents, and drive aggressively, honking and beeping, while blasting our music.  As I said though, I’m kind of proud of it.  You need to have a thick skin to live in Jersey and also be able to alleviate your stress any way you can because it can be a tense state I think.  It makes you grow into a person who can handle all sorts of things and also have confidence and a peaceful mind…..if you work on it.

I absolutely love our state and whether we’re the loudest or not, you can’t change my mind that we have the most.  It’s a wonderful place to live.  Well, except for how expensive it is!

Here’s a look at the full Top 10 list of nosiest states.

Scott Weiland was a force to be reckoned with on recordings and stage. It’s hard to believe that Scott Weiland Is Gone 9 Years  –  Weiland’s 5 best songs is what we’re going to take a look at.  He made some incredible music with multiple bands.  Even his solo music was awesome! 

Gone far too soon, Weiland passed away on December 3^rd, 2015.   Throughout his career, he was known for his flamboyant and outrageous on-stage persona.  His voice sounded different on almost every song and he was one of the best frontmen of a band.  He knew how to get the crowd going!  His voice was smooth and raspy all at once and he came up with brilliant melodies and very interesting lyrics.

From the get-go, you can hear his talent on the debut release from Stone Temple Pilots, “Core”.  It was an amazing 1^st album and really showcased Scott’s vocal abilities.  Plus, his ability to be entertaining and a little off the wall!

Later, with Velvet Revolver, he made some great music too.  Their albums were tight and focused and Weiland had a more mature sound.  His solo albums were an eclectic mix of sounds that worked really well too. Before we take a look at Weiland’s 5 best songs, check this audio out below. This is our own Terrie Carr in what's believed to be the last recorded interview with Weiland before he passed.

This one is such a haunting an powerful track, really showcasing Weiland's ability. The lyrics are pretty interesting and the band works together well by playing off each other.

This piano startup gives you an odd feel and the song in general as an eerie yet melodic aspect to it.  It first appeared on the Great Expectations Soundtrack and then later on Weiland's debut album 12 Bar Blues. The song features Sheryl Crow on accordion.  It's really unique and different.

An epic song that has such a cool vibe to it.  It gives me the feel of something the Stones would have tried in an experimental phase.  But it's definitely different and really cool.

This one is one of my favorite STP songs.  It just hits home so well.  Weiland sings in a higher register.  And it works great.  So interesting that he was capable of so much!

A rockin one from solo Scott!  It's got a huge chorus.  Very infectious and while it's poppy in sound, it has an underlying sadness to it.  Really cool tune.