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The Darkness‘ Justin Hawkins has shared that he “gets nothing” from Red Hot Chili Pepper‘s guitarist John Frusciante, on his podcast.The frontman’s comments came from a recent episode of “How NOT to Write a Song,” his podcast in which he and his guest Pat Finnerty (of the YouTube series What Makes This Song Stink) discussed Frusciante and his guitar playing.“My issue with Red Hot Chili Peppers is that I get nothing from John Frusciante’s guitar playing. I feel like if we can call [Dire Straits’] Mark Knopfler an underrated player, I would describe John Frusciante as an overrated player.

Hangout Music Festival is returning to Gulf Shores Beach in Gulf Shore, AL from May 19-21 and bringing some of the biggest names in rock, pop, R&B, hip-hop, EDM and more along for the ultimate hang.Just a few of those stars on this year’s lineup include Red Hot Chili Peppers, SZA, Lil Nas X, Paramore and Skrillex.But that’s just the tip of the iceberg.Calvin Harris, The Kid LAROI, Flume, Glorilla and Sabrina Carpenter will be there too.

Iggy Pop put his own spin on Lou Reed‘s 1972 hit ‘Walk On The Wild Side’ at a show in Los Angeles – check it out below.The punk legend played the song as the opener of the encore and was accompanied by his all-star band the Losers, made up of Andrew Watt and Jamie Hince (the latter of The Kills fame), Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith. It marks the first occasion that Pop has ever cover that particular track.Check out the cover below:Watt produced Pop’s most recent album, ‘Every Loser’, which came out in January, while McKagan and Smith also played on it.Pop played five songs from that album including singles ‘Frenzy’ and ‘Strung Out Johnny’ during the show at The Regent Theater, while seven of the remaining songs were hits by The Stooges.Check out the full setlist for the Regent Theater show below (via Setlist.fm):1. ‘The News For Andy’2. ‘Neo Punk’3. ‘Frenzy’4. ‘Raw Power’5. ‘TV Eye’6. ‘Sixteen’7. ‘Strung Out Johnny’8. ‘The Passenger’ 9. ‘Lust For Life’10. ‘Gimme Danger’11. ‘Modern Day Rip-Off’12. ‘Loose’13. ‘Comments’14. ‘Nightclubbing’15. ‘Search And Destroy’16. ‘Walk On The Wild Side’17. ‘I Wanna Be Your Dog’ Iggy Pop will be bringing his live show to the UK for a special one-off performance dubbed ‘Dog Day Afternoon’ in Crystal Palace Park on July 1.

Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer has claimed that the band were “doing cooler music” when he was in the line-up.Klinghoffer joined the Chilis in 2009 after serving as a touring member following the departure of guitarist John Frusciante. He recorded two albums with the group: ‘I’m With You’ (2011) and ‘The Getaway’ (2016).In 2019, Klinghoffer was asked to leave Red Hot Chili Peppers when Frusciante returned to the fold.

Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar and The 1975 among the headliners.Lollapalooza 2023 is returning to Giant Park in Chicago, Illinois from August 3-6. Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lana Del Rey, Odesza, Tomorrow X Together and Karol G will also be topping the bill, with the latter making history as the first female Latin artist to headline the festival.Elsewhere, Lollapalooza has also booked the likes of Carly Rae Jepsen, Rina Sawayama, Pusha T, Lil Yachty, 30 Seconds To Mars, Beebadoobee and Fred again..

Lollapalooza has outdone themselves.The annual Chicago festival just announced their 170-artist lineup and per usual hey have a little something for everyone.This year, the top spots for the Aug. 3-6 fest at Grant Park belong to hip-hop icon Kendrick Lamar, mega star Billie Eilish, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Red Hot Chili Peppers, EDM hitmakers Odesza, pop royalty The 1975, songstress Lana Del Rey, rising Latin sensation Karol G, and K-pop group Tomorrow X Together.Other artists on the expansive bill include A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, Carly Rae Jepsen, Diplo, Thirty Seconds to Mars and Maggie Rogers.We’re still just getting started.Lil Yachty, Lainey Wilson, Noah Kahan, Portugal.

Iggy Pop has shared a new mini-documentary that features an in-depth conversation with Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea – watch below.The 26-minute film, titled Bitten By Flea!, sees the two musicians sit down together to talk about a range of topics, including The Stooges‘ influence on Flea, their experiences working with producer Andrew Watt, and Pop’s commitment to starting the morning with “a good face”.“If you’re not in a good mood – fool yourself, motherfucker! Don’t get down, don’t let yourself get down,” the legendary singer continues before mimicking a chirpy TV morning show host.Elsewhere, Pop recalls receiving an open letter from U2 frontman Bono: “He said, ‘In rock ‘n’ roll, or modern popular music, there is a sort of regency in which certain people occupy the castle and pull up the drawbridge. And it seems to me that when you hurtle yourself headfirst into the crowd, you are throwing away your crown’.”Pop responds by saying, “Fuck the regency!”, referring to the lyrics to ‘The Regency’ from his 2023 album ‘Every Loser’.The record, which was produced by Watt, features contributions from Flea’s RHCP bandmate Chad Smith, the group’s former guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, and late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins.Directed to Thom Zimny, Bitten By Flea! also contains behind-the-scenes footage of Pop’s time in the studio with Watt.Explaining his approach to recording music with Pop, the Grammy-winning producer says: “[With] somebody who is in the latter part of their career, I think it’s very important for – even if the music is happening quick, and the energy is there, and the creative stuff is like ‘Bam, bam, bam’ – just taking your time to go through it.

Madonna, Guns N’ Roses, Duran Duran, B-52s, Bruce Springsteen and many, many more.In fact, over 100 more.You wouldn’t believe it but A Flock of Seagulls, Rick Springfield, Slick Rick, Kenny G and Billy Idol are all performing live over the next few months as well.With that being said, it doesn’t matter if singling along to “Like A Virgin,” “Welcome to the Jungle” or “Born In The U.S.A.” sends you back — we’ve got ‘something for everyone.Below, you’ll find a comprehensive list of 107 rock, pop, hard rock, alternative rock, new wave, R&B, hip-hop, jazz, folk, country, punk and Latin concert options to choose from.Plus, if you scroll to the bottom we have the ultimate ’80s-tastic festival.So, if you want to re-live your Gen X glory days or catch your favorite group live for the first time, here’s who you have to see and everything you need to know about each and every tour from opening acts to tour dates to how to get tickets.Now, fire up the time machine (and grab your shoulder pads, leg warmers, and gold lamé leotards while you’re at it) — we’re going back to the ’80s.Runs March 2 through Dec. 10(co-headlining w/ Stevie Nicks on select dates as part of ‘Two Icons, One Night’ Tour)Runs March 10 through Nov. 10(co-headlining w/ Billy Joel on select dates as part of ‘Two Icons, One Night’ Tour)Runs March 10 through Nov. 10Runs April 16 through May 8Featuring Toto on select datesRuns March 1 through May 19Runs March 1 through April 8Runs March 1 through June 24Featuring John MayerRuns May 4 through July 16Runs April 27 through June 30Featuring Loverboy on select datesRuns March 24 through Sept. 30Runs March 30 through Sept. 3Featuring Iggy Pop, The Strokes, St. Vincent, Mars Volta, The Roots and moreRuns March 29 through July

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has announced that he is launching a new podcast.Entitled This Little Light, the 15-part series will see him sharing his musical memories with the likes of Rick Rubin, Cynthia Erivo, Thundercat, Patti Smith, and Margo Price on topics including first teachers, early influences, experiences, and how all these lessons shaped their creativity and careers.A portion of the proceeds from the podcast will go towards the Silverlake Conservatory of Music, a non-profit music school and organisation that Flea founded in 2001.“I wanted to do This Little Light to benefit my music school, the Silverlake Conservatory of Music,” Flea said in a statement via Rolling Stone. “The idea behind it being music education, falling in love with music and embarking on a musical journey for your life.

Hayley Williams of Paramore has led a ‘Happy Birthday’ singalong with her band’s crowd at Austin City Limits, directing the message to Flea on his 60th birthday.Paramore’s set at the Texan music festival took place on October 16, and included Williams’ tribute to the Australian rocker – who she said she’s “​​loved… since I was 8 years old and it was really inappropriate”. The frontwoman ended the iconic song on a high-note, to rapturous crowd applause.Flea – who is the bassist of fellow Austin City Limits act Red Hot Chilli Peppers – later referenced Williams’ tribute during his band’s own set at the festival, before enjoying another rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’ from bandmates Anthony Kiedis, Chad Smith and John Frusciante.

Atlanta’s Lil Baby surprised just about everybody with his sophomore album My Turn, a 2020 project that revealed an artist with more nuance than his hits would have you believe. Since then, he’s built up more acclaim through his collaboration with Lil Durk, The Voice of the Heroes; secured three Grammy nominations and one win (Best Melodic Rap Performance for Kanye West’s “Hurricane”); and appeared on songs with Drake, Nicki Minaj, and many more.

Red Hot Chili Peppers gave their new single and tribute song to Eddie Van Halen its live debut at the weekend – watch footage below.The band released the song, titled ‘Eddie’, last month as the second preview of their forthcoming 13th album, ‘Return Of The Dream Canteen’.In a press release, frontman Anthony Kiedis explained the story behind the tribute: “Sometimes we don’t realise how deeply affected and connected we are to artists until the day they die. Eddie Van Halen was a one of a kind.“The day after his death Flea came into rehearsal with an emotional bassline.

Red Hot Chili Peppers, claiming that creatively, the experience was “enormously stifling”.Klinghoffer joined the band in 2009 after serving as a touring member following the departure of guitarist John Frusciante. Klinghoffer recorded two albums with the Red Hot Chili Peppers – 2011’s ‘I’m With You’ and 2016’s ‘The Getaway’.

Pink joined forces with Foo Fighters and Queen at the second Taylor Hawkins tribute concert in Los Angeles last night (September 27).The singer performed a number of tracks with different artists throughout the night at the Kia Forum including Heart‘s Nancy Wilson for their track ‘Barracuda’ before she joined Queen and the Foo Fighters for a rousing cover of ‘Somebody To Love’ – the song that Hawkins covered himself over the years.Later she teamed up with the Foo Fighters to sing ‘The Pretender’ during their main set at the finale.

Red Hot Chili Peppers have released the second preview of their forthcoming 13th album, ‘Return Of The Dream Canteen’ – an emotive rocker dedicated to the late, great Eddie Van Halen, simply titled ‘Eddie’.In a press release, frontman Anthony Kiedis explained the story behind the tribute: “Sometimes we don’t realize how deeply affected and connected we are to artists until the day they die. Eddie Van Halen was a one of a kind. “The day after his death Flea came into rehearsal with an emotional bassline.

Pearl Jam performed ‘Rockin’ In The Free World’ with Red Hot Chili Peppers‘ Chad Smith yesterday (September 11). Watch footage of the performance below.The collab took place during the Madison Square Garden stop of the band’s ‘Gigaton’ arena tour. It was the first time Eddie Vedder and co.

Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith has paid tribute to Taylor Hawkins during the tribute concert that is taking place at Wembley Stadium today (September 3).The special gig is being held in honour of the late drummer, with appearances from Liam Gallagher, Mark Ronson, Queens Of The Stone Age’s Josh Homme, Supergrass, Queen’s Brian May and Roger Taylor, The Pretenders’ Chrissie Hynde, Blink-182’s Travis Barker, AC/DC’s Brian Johnson, Kesha, Metallica’s Lars Ulrich and more.In a video message between performances, Smith shared a heartwarming story about his friend’s generous nature. “I’d love to tell a story of one of Taylor and I’s many escapades, but those probably wouldn’t be appropriate for this,” he said.

Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer has opened up about the band’s producer Rick Rubin, saying he was “more a hindrance than help” on their 2011 album.Klinghoffer was asked in a new interview to reflect on the two albums he made with the Chili Peppers – 2011’s ‘I’m With You‘ and 2016’s ‘The Getaway’, the former of which the interviewer called one of the band’s “best records” – when he addressed Rubin’s work.“I feel like this could be a long answer. Perhaps we can do a sit-down tell-all someday.

Italian breakout band Maneskin.Before MTV goes back to forgetting about music for another year, we look back on the best and worst performances of the 2022 VMAs.Doing “Pink Venom” — from their upcoming second album “Born Pink,” due Sept. 16 — the K-pop girl group underwhelmed in their debut performance on a US awards show.

making a surprise appearance as the iconic Moonman — now Moonperson — trophy to kick off the show after winning his sordid, sensational defamation trial against ex Amber Heard.Then there was the performance by Global Icon Award winners Red Hot Chili Peppers, who picked up their first VMAs 30 years ago for “Give It Away.” Seeing the dynamic duo of frontman Anthony Kiedis and bassist Flea rock the stage just like they were pushing 30 instead of 60 took you back to the golden era of MTV — when the network actually played videos and was a culture-changing force.Even having classic rapper LL Cool J — who has previously hosted the Grammys — as one of this year’s three co-hosts was a throwback.

Red Hot Chili Peppers dedicated their Global Icon award to Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins at the MTV VMAs 2022 tonight (August 28).The band were honoured at the ceremony, which is being co-hosted by Nicki Minaj, Jack Harlow and LL Cool J at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.After performing ‘Black Summer’ and ‘Can’t Stop’, Red Hot Chili Peppers accepted the Global Icon award. As drummer Chad Smith took the microphone, he paid tribute to Hawkins, saying: “There’s another musical icon, global icon, and his name is my brother Taylor Hawkins.

Red Hot Chili Peppers have returned! The iconic band hit the stage at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday for the first time in over two decades to perform as they received the prestigious Global Icon Award, and used the opportunity to honor the late Foo Fighters rocker Taylor Hawkins.The legendary band was introduced by comedy icons Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, who explained the significance of the coveted honor, sharing, «The award recognizes artists who have left an enduring mark on the world and are just as impactful as ever.»The band kicked things off with a performance of their recent single «Black Summer,» before moving into their 2003 megahit «Can't Stop,» which got the crowd on their feet.The performance marked the band's first time playing the VMA stage since 2000, when they accepted the coveted Video Vanguard Award. Lead singer Anthony Kiedis spoke first while accepting the award, and shared his appreciation for his fellow bandmates.«Thank you to that sassy mistress known as MTV for supporting us for a thousand years and more… I really, really, really, I want to thank Flea and John [Frusciante] and Chad Smith,» he shared, «for giving me a purpose in my life for the last 40 years. I would have been a free-floating disaster in space if not for these boys.

died of a heroin overdose in 1988.But somehow, against all odds, the Chili Peppers made it through to the “Otherside.” And 38 years after releasing their self-titled debut, the quartet will be honored with the Global Icon Award when the MTV Video Music Awards take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on Sunday. Add that to their long list of laurels, which includes eight other VMAs (including the coveted Video Vanguard Award in 2000), six Grammys and a 2012 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Seriously, who would have ever thought that the Chili Peppers would end up being a slam-dunk to make the rock hall way back when?The Global Icon Award comes as they are still filling stadiums on their “Unlimited Love” tour — which takes its title from their latest album — while the dynamic duo of frontman Anthony Kiedis and bassist Flea are both turning 60 in a couple months.When I saw them earlier this month at MetLife Stadium, it was clear that their fan base transcended generations as well as genres with everyone from hipsters to prepsters.

Red Hot Chili Peppers are set to be honoured with the Global Icon Award at the MTV Video Music Awards 2022 this weekend.This year’s VMAs will take place on Sunday (August 28) at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, with Jack Harlow, Nicki Minaj and LL Cool J set to co-host.The Chilis, who released their latest album ‘Unlimited Love’ back in April, will perform live at the 2022 VMAs, joining a line-up of performers that already includes Minaj, Harlow, Lizzo, Måneskin, Anitta, BLACKPINK, J Balvin, Marshmello x Khalid and Panic! At The Disco.The band, who are nominated in the Best Rock category for their song ‘Black Summer’, will also receive the Global Icon Award on the night, which was presented last year to Foo Fighters.The award celebrates “an artist or band whose unparalleled career, continued impact and influence have maintained a unique level of global success in music and beyond, leaving an indelible mark on the music landscape”.A post shared by Video Music Awards (@vmas)The Chilis’ appearance at the 2022 VMAs will mark their first at the ceremony since 2000, when they received the Video Vanguard Award and performed ‘Californication’. This year’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award is being presented to Nicki Minaj.Red Hot Chili Peppers will release their second album of 2022, ‘Return Of The Dream Canteen’, in October.“We went in search of ourselves as the band that we have somehow always been.

Red Hot Chili Peppers are going to be honored next weekend at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards with the prestigious Global Icon Award.The rock band — comprised of founding members Anthony Kiedis, Flea, Chad Smith and longtime member John Frusciante — are also set to perform at the awards show when it kicks off Sunday, Aug. 28 at 8 p.m.

Red Hot Chili Peppers have announced details of an intimate gig at the historic Apollo Theater in New York which will take place next month.The rock band are currently in the middle of a North American tour that has them headlining stadiums and festivals across the country.On September 13, between other touring commitments, the group will head to New York to perform at the 1,500-capacity venue for a one-off gig. The special, invitation-only concert will be part of SiriusXM’s Small Stage Series and will celebrate the launch of Red Hot Chili Peppers’ exclusive music channel on the radio network.According to a press release, the setlist will include fan favourites, hits and new songs from their latest album ‘Unlimited Love’.

Red Hot Chili Peppers‘ Flea has revealed why he doesn’t like taking photos with fans, saying that the encounter often feels like a “transaction” instead of something more meaningful.On Friday (August 5), Luke Vesely shared footage of them meeting Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Anthony Keidis before a show on Twitter, before writing: “Flea and (Anthony), thank you for being so kind and genuine while meeting us, you both are such rays of sunshine. You didn’t have to stop and chat but you did and I hope you know that you really impacted our lives.”@flea333 thank you (and AK) for being so kind and genuine while meeting us, you both are such rays of sunshine, you didn’t have to stop and chat but you did and i hope you know that you really impacted our lives.

Red Hot Chilli Peppers have today (July 24) surprised fans by announcing details of a new studio album.The album, which has once again been produced by Rick Rubin, is called ‘Return Of The Dream Canteen’ and will arrive on October 14 via Warner Records. You can pre-order the album here.Earlier this year, the band told NME they had a “loose plan” to release another new album in the immediate future, just months after their last, ‘Unlimited Love‘. “We’re gonna put out music by the handful – literally,” singer Anthony Kiedis said.

Netflix has released a trailer for upcoming Woodstock ‘99 documentary series Clusterfuck – check it out below.The 1999 festival, held to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original Woodstock, descended into violence and riots during performances by Limp Bizkit and Red Hot Chili Peppers.The Netflix series features “rare insider footage and eyewitness interviews” from festival staffers, performers and attendees.A synopsis reads: “This docuseries goes behind the scenes to reveal the egos, greed and music that fueled three days of utter chaos.”Korn’s Jonathan Davis, Fatboy Slim, Jewel and Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale all provide interviews for the series.

Red Hot Chili Peppers have announced a six-date tour of Australasian stadiums, for which they’ll be joined by Post Malone.It’ll be the first tour for both acts in 2023, kicking off in the New Zealand city of Auckland on Saturday January 21. They’ll play in Dunedin next, before heading over to Australia for shows in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.Tickets for all shows can be found here.