After a few listens, I do enjoy the new album. It is not better than anything with Frusciante, and I'm still not sure how it matches up with their last album, at least even, perhaps slightly better.
Klinghoffer just doesn't do it for me. I understand that Flea is the musical cornerstone of the band, but so many songs now just seem to be a Chad/Flea groove with production, pianos/keys or atmospheric guitar sounds. I really miss Frusciante.
After a few listens, I do enjoy the new album. It is not better than anything with Frusciante, and I'm still not sure how it matches up with their last album, at least even, perhaps slightly better.
Klinghoffer just doesn't do it for me. I understand that Flea is the musical cornerstone of the band, but so many songs now just seem to be a Chad/Flea groove with production, pianos/keys or atmospheric guitar sounds. I really miss Frusciante.
Josh was John's protege - and it really shows in his playing. Minus the crazy epic guitar solo's when I close my eyes and listen to this new record, I hear John's influence on Josh big time.
On my first listen, I'm enjoying it so far. It's not mind blowing, but there's some good stuff, and the Chili Peppers and summertime just seem to go together so well. I know some people rag on them for talking about California all the time in their songs, but having visited California last year, it's nice to have a band who completely encapsulate all the good vibes - a world away from the grey skies British summertime usually brings!
I agree. Listening to RHCP in summer is how I feel is the best way to listen to them. Such a good time party vibe.
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I think the new one sounds fantastic - especially the vinyls
I haven't had a chance to listen to the new album from start to finish yet. Dark Neccesities is growing on me. I really like the funky little space invaders guitar sound every once in a while. Different vibe on that song than past albums. I'm a Frusciante fan and do agree that you can hear the influence in Klinghoffer. That said, I really do miss Frusciante, his incredible background vocals, and unearthly guitar solos.They also have a different producer for the first time ever. I have a feeling this is more "synthesized" and less raw rock? Don't know if that makes since to anyone but me. Different sound, not typically what I'm initially drawn to. However, they are amazing and always ahead of the curve. I hope to give it a listen this weekend.
I think I had too high expectations going into listening the album, because I've heard so many rave reviews. I think about half the songs on the album are really solid, other half are just alright. Not a bad album overall by any means, just didn't completely live up to the hype for me. Still an enjoyable listen. Have yet to see RHCP live, so jonesin' for a tour announcement.
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I think I had too high expectations going into listening the album, because I've heard so many rave reviews. I think about half the songs on the album are really solid, other half are just alright. Not a bad album overall by any means, just didn't completely live up to the hype for me. Still an enjoyable listen. Have yet to see RHCP live, so jonesin' for a tour announcement.
I think they're taking too long to announce a US tour. I know they're booked over seas until the end of the year, but they're losing momentum on the release of their most recent album.
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I think I had too high expectations going into listening the album, because I've heard so many rave reviews. I think about half the songs on the album are really solid, other half are just alright. Not a bad album overall by any means, just didn't completely live up to the hype for me. Still an enjoyable listen. Have yet to see RHCP live, so jonesin' for a tour announcement.
I think they're taking too long to announce a US tour. I know they're booked over seas until the end of the year, but they're losing momentum on the release of their most recent album.
They always go overseas first. Being in LA, the band's own hometown, we even usually have to wait until they've come back and done a leg or two in the States before their proper headlining show here. Luckily there are appearances sprinkled in here or there like a KROQ Weenie Roast set, or the recent iHeartRadio hour set that I was able to attend. I believe the US tour is slated to start Jan-Feb, so it will probably be announced in the next few months.
I think I had too high expectations going into listening the album, because I've heard so many rave reviews. I think about half the songs on the album are really solid, other half are just alright. Not a bad album overall by any means, just didn't completely live up to the hype for me. Still an enjoyable listen. Have yet to see RHCP live, so jonesin' for a tour announcement.
I think they're taking too long to announce a US tour. I know they're booked over seas until the end of the year, but they're losing momentum on the release of their most recent album.
They always go overseas first. Being in LA, the band's own hometown, we even usually have to wait until they've come back and done a leg or two in the States before their proper headlining show here. Luckily there are appearances sprinkled in here or there like a KROQ Weenie Roast set, or the recent iHeartRadio hour set that I was able to attend. I believe the US tour is slated to start Jan-Feb, so it will probably be announced in the next few months.
That makes sense. Yeah, I was going to guess Feb-March
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1998: Birmingham
2000: Charlotte, Tampa
2003: Tampa, Atlanta, Phoenix
2004: Kissimmee
2008: West Palm Beach, Bonnaroo, Columbia
2010: MSG2
2012: Music Midtown
2014: Memphis
2016: Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, Jacksonville, JazzFest 2018: Wrigley 1, Fenway 1 2022: Nashville 2023: Ft. Worth II
a radio station here in austin said the other day the next leg of the tour would start in san antonio and would be in january, i think.
Awesome - thanks for the info!
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1996: Ft Lauderdale
1998: Birmingham
2000: Charlotte, Tampa
2003: Tampa, Atlanta, Phoenix
2004: Kissimmee
2008: West Palm Beach, Bonnaroo, Columbia
2010: MSG2
2012: Music Midtown
2014: Memphis
2016: Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, Jacksonville, JazzFest 2018: Wrigley 1, Fenway 1 2022: Nashville 2023: Ft. Worth II
New album is growing on me especially track 5. I dont really like the female singer on track one dont think shes nessesary. I miss John!!!
I'm really NOT a fan of the female vocalist sent to replace those Angelic Frusciante vocals...
I thought Klinghoffer had some shy, but on point vocals on the last album. What's happening RHCP???? Ya gotta give us some KHof, even if you won't give us some JFru. Please don't let these ladies take over RHCP, Yeah and I am a girl, and I just said that.
By The Way.... I've been trying my best to like the newest album. I think one has finally grown on me:
Goodbye Angels
Chorus is kinda lame at first, but the song will REALLY start to grow on you after a few listens.
It took a few listens but I really like the new album a lot. The Longest Wave, Sick Love, Goodbye Angels and Go Robot are amazing songs. Klinghoffer really shines on guitar. Very talented dude. I think he'd even tell you he's no Frusciante. But Johns been out of the band almost 10 years and I think this album is really good in his absence. Flea has some of the best bass lines since Stadium Arcadium. Overall there are some songs I can live without, but the first 8 tracks are really good.
I still listen to stadium arcadium front to back all the time. Never get tired of it. For a double disc it really doesn't have that much filler. Might be my favourite disc of theirs.
I still listen to stadium arcadium front to back all the time. Never get tired of it. For a double disc it really doesn't have that much filler. Might be my favourite disc of theirs.
I'm pretty sure it's my favorite album of theirs.
Stadium Arcadium Slow Cheetah Strip My Mind Especially in Michigan ***** Wet Sand Desecration Smile Hard to Concentrate Turn It Again
I still listen to stadium arcadium front to back all the time. Never get tired of it. For a double disc it really doesn't have that much filler. Might be my favourite disc of theirs.
I'm pretty sure it's my favorite album of theirs.
Stadium Arcadium Slow Cheetah Strip My Mind Especially in Michigan ***** Wet Sand Desecration Smile Hard to Concentrate Turn It Again
They're all just so good.
Love all those ones, wet sand is so damn good. Storm in a teacup is a cool tune too
Surprised that the LA date isn't at the Forum. They played there numerous times in the past and love it. Had to settle for Staples in 2012 when the Forum was being renovated. Anyway, looking forward to the new tour.
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Klinghoffer just doesn't do it for me. I understand that Flea is the musical cornerstone of the band, but so many songs now just seem to be a Chad/Flea groove with production, pianos/keys or atmospheric guitar sounds. I really miss Frusciante.
Such a good time party vibe.
Is really doing it for me right now. It came on at the perfect time while driving and I had to hit repeat twice- each time the volume louder.
~not a dude~
2010: MSGx2
2012: Made In America
2013: Pittsburgh, Brooklynx2, Hartford, Baltimore
2014: Leeds, Milton Keynes, Detroit
2015: Global Citizen Festival
2016: Phillyx2, MSGx2, Fenwayx2
2018: Barcelona, Wrigleyx2
1996: Ft Lauderdale
1998: Birmingham
2000: Charlotte, Tampa
2003: Tampa, Atlanta, Phoenix
2004: Kissimmee
2008: West Palm Beach, Bonnaroo, Columbia
2010: MSG2
2012: Music Midtown
2014: Memphis
2018: Wrigley 1, Fenway 1
2022: Nashville
2023: Ft. Worth II
I dont really like the female singer on track one dont think shes nessesary.
I miss John!!!
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1996: Ft Lauderdale
1998: Birmingham
2000: Charlotte, Tampa
2003: Tampa, Atlanta, Phoenix
2004: Kissimmee
2008: West Palm Beach, Bonnaroo, Columbia
2010: MSG2
2012: Music Midtown
2014: Memphis
2018: Wrigley 1, Fenway 1
2022: Nashville
2023: Ft. Worth II
1996: Ft Lauderdale
1998: Birmingham
2000: Charlotte, Tampa
2003: Tampa, Atlanta, Phoenix
2004: Kissimmee
2008: West Palm Beach, Bonnaroo, Columbia
2010: MSG2
2012: Music Midtown
2014: Memphis
2018: Wrigley 1, Fenway 1
2022: Nashville
2023: Ft. Worth II
I thought Klinghoffer had some shy, but on point vocals on the last album. What's happening RHCP???? Ya gotta give us some KHof, even if you won't give us some JFru. Please don't let these ladies take over RHCP, Yeah and I am a girl, and I just said that.
By The Way.... I've been trying my best to like the newest album. I think one has finally grown on me:
Goodbye Angels
Chorus is kinda lame at first, but the song will REALLY start to grow on you after a few listens.
"My Friends"
"Greeting Song"
"Naked in the Rain"
"Fight Like a Brave"
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Central Park 15
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Sick Love is awesome. A classic Peppers' tune.
Stadium Arcadium
Slow Cheetah
Strip My Mind
Especially in Michigan *****
Wet Sand
Desecration Smile
Hard to Concentrate
Turn It Again
They're all just so good.
YESSS!!!!
Not many in the dirty south, but I'll take what I can get. It's Road Trippin' time!
Anyway, looking forward to the new tour.