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Nick Cave has reflected on his previous “uncharitable remark” about the Red Hot Chili Peppers, admitting he was a “troublemaker, a shit-stirrer”.Allegedly, around some time in 2004, Cave was quoted saying: “I’m forever near a stereo saying, ‘What the fuck is this garbage?’ And the answer is always the Red Hot Chili Peppers.”Now, after being asked to expand on the truthfulness of that quote on his blog, Red Hand Files, Cave has addressed the comment and reflected on his words. “About twenty-five years ago, I made an offhand and somewhat uncharitable remark about the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

take the stage on the first date for Lollapalooza, a new traveling alternative music festival that the band’s frontman, Perry Farrell, has conceived. There was just one problem.The band’s lead guitarist, Dave Navarro, who had been trying to get clean but struggling amidst the debauched atmosphere of the tour, couldn’t move.“I had gotten too high on heroin,” Navarro recalls in the book “Lollapalooza: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock’s Wildest Festival” (St.

Red Hot Chili Peppers are reportedly looking to sell their recorded music catalogue for US$350million – find out more below.According to a Billboard report, the Californian band’s recorded masters catalogue is up for sale, and the band are seeking to get at least $350million in the deal. Billboard also estimates that the catalogue currently brings in around $26million a year for the band.Currently, Red Hot Chili Peppers own the masters and rights to all of the 13 studio albums and other releases that have been issued through Warner Music.

Jane’s Addiction, Alice In Chains, The Rolling Stones and more, has died at the age of 75.The news was confirmed in a Facebook post shared by Jerden’s son Bryan on Thursday (January 6). “Our father David Jerden passed away peacefully in his sleep yesterday February 5th. It’s hard to express in words what he meant to me, my sister Michelle, and the rest of our family,” began the post.It continued: “He was larger than life and was deeply passionate about so many things, from history to science, but above all he was a music maker.

Red Hot Chili Peppers were among those who took to the stage for the FireAid benefit concert in California. Check out footage of the set below.The non-profit live event took place at the Kia Forum last night (January 30), and was first announced earlier this month as a way to provide financial support for the victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.Joining the star-studded setlist for the gig – which included Lady Gaga, Rod Stewart, Katy Perry, Joni Mitchell and more – was California’s own Red Hot Chili Peppers, who broke out a medley of their biggest hits.For their segment, Anthony Kiedis and co.

The event was first announced earlier this month in support of the victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires and will take place on January 30 concurrently at the Intuit Dome and the KIA Forum – the first wave of names were confirmed for the shows last week.Among the biggest names first announced were Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Rod Stewart, Katy Perry, Joni Mitchell, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sting, Stevie Nicks, Gracie Abrams and Green Day. Then, No Doubt, Olivia Rodrigo and Peso Pluma were added to the bill.Now, AEG Presents and Live Nation have announced the complete performance line-up for the benefit concert, as well as the respective bills for each participating venue.

hit by five separate but concurrent wildfires that destroyed several neighbourhoods and forced the evacuation of over 150,000 residents. The destruction caused thousands of homes to be burned down, resulting in 27 confirmed deaths and 31 reported missing persons – though this number is slowly increasing.Besides homes, businesses, schools and other spots across Los Angeles have also been destroyed.Earlier this month, a benefit concert dubbed FireAid was announced and confirmed for January 30 at the Intuit Dome in LA.

Red Hot Chilli Peppers bassist Flea has surprised fans with a trailer for a brand-new documentary project about Cro-Mags founder Harley Flanagan.Flea took to Instagram on Thursday (November 14) to share footage of the secret project, which still remains shrouded in mystery. At present, it’s currently unclear if the documentary will be a film or TV series.The footage opens with Flanagan narrating: “I feel like I’ve been angry for almost 50 years.

Red Hot Chili Peppers‘ classic songs, completely unaware that he was being watched by Chad Smith.The talented drummer, who has been viewed more than 64million times on TikTok, was filmed jamming away on Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade to a rendition of the band’s 1999 hit song ‘Otherside’.Sitting opposite was the band’s drummer nodding along to the busker’s rendition of the track.The person who captured the moment, captioned the video: “Who wants to tell him?” before adding in the description: “Imagine shooting hoops in front of Michael Jordan and not even realising it?”imagine shooting hoops in front if Michael Jordan and not even realizing it? #redhotchilipeppers #chadsmith #drummer ♬ original sound – Joey McCarthy The drummer himself, Armond Davis, later shared the video on his own TikTok page and admitted that he didn’t know that Smith was watching him.“Yesterday, I played ‘Otherside’ by the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and halfway through, I noticed someone really vibing which isn’t unusual,” he wrote.“But when I finished, a few people told me I’d just played for Chad Smith, the drummer of RHCP. Hearing him say I sounded good on a track he’s known for? Completely surreal.

KISS co-founder Gene Simmons has spoken about his bass-playing preferences, saying that Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers doesn’t have a “memorable” style.Speaking to Guitar World, the musician explained: “I don’t consider myself – and was never really interested in being – a bass virtuoso. I don’t like show-offs in music.

Ozzy Osbourne was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame – for the second time – this past weekend, where he was honoured with a tribute performance by Billy Idol, Jelly Roll and more.The Prince of Darkness was previously inducted as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006, and on Saturday (October 19) was inducted as a solo artist – a long time coming as he’s been eligible for the honour since 2006.During the ceremony at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, a tribute to the singer’s solo career was performed by Billy Idol, Tool‘s Maynard James Keenan, and country artist Jelly Roll, alongside a backing band comprised of bassist Rob Trujillo – who was in Osbourne’s band prior to joining Metallica – Zakk Wylde, Wolfgang Van Halen, Red Hot Chili Peppers‘ Chad Smith, guitarist Steve Stevens and producer Andrew Watt.For the performance, Maynard James Keenan kicked things off with ‘Crazy Train’, which was introduced by Ozzy himself, who sang the song’s iconic ‘All aboard!’ lyrics.After that, Jelly Roll covered Osbourne’s power ballad ‘Mama, I’m Coming Home,’ and Billy Idol closed out the performance with ‘No More Tears’.Watch fan-shot footage of the entire tribute performance below.During Osbourne’s induction speech, he gave his fans and supports a quick round of thank-yous so as not to “bore you with a long, drawn-out fucking monologue”. He then gave a special shout-out to his late guitarist Randy Rhoads, and his wife Sharon: “I’ve got to say one thing for a guy by the name of Randy Rhoads.

Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer pleaded not guilty to the charge of vehicular manslaughter in court in California on Thursday (September 26).The incident took place in Alhambra, California on March 18, when pedestrian Israel Sanchez, 47, was hit by a car and was later pronounced dead at a local hospital from blunt force trauma.Klinghoffer, who has also played with Pearl Jam, Jane’s Addiction, Iggy Pop and Morrissey, entered his not guilty plea through his lawyer Blair Berk to the charge of vehicular manslaughter without gross negligence. The criminal case is due back in court on October 31.In addition, Sanchez’s family have also sued Klinghoffer in a civil lawsuit for wrongful death and negligence for his alleged role in the man’s death.

A wrongful death suit filed by Sanchez’s family in July against Klinghoffer alleges the musician was using a cell phone and driving a car with no plates when the accident took place. The lawsuit also claims that there is video evidence suggesting Klinghoffer “was likely driving while distracted” and “made no braking or slowing motion until after he fatally struck” Sanchez.However, a source close to the investigation told The Post on Thursday that the police have determined there was no cell phone involved in the cause of the accident.An attorney for Sanchez’s family pushed back after Thursday’s hearing, saying that in video evidence, Klinghoffer “appears to be holding a phone” as he drives past a business near the site of the accident “seconds” before the collision.“If they have exculpatory evidence, it’s never been presented to us,” Grayson Yoder told Rolling Stone.“All I can see is what I see on the video.

Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer is set to be arraigned this week over an accident which left a person dead.The musician, who also performed with bands such as Jane’s Addition, Pearl Jam, Iggy Pop and Morrissey, was previously sued for wrongful death and negligence after allegedly running over and killing a pedestrian.According to reports in both Variety and TMZ, the incident happened in Alhambra, California on March 18 and the lawsuit was filed by the family of Israel Sanchez, the 47-year-old victim.The suit alleges that Klinghoffer was on his phone while driving an SUV. It goes on to claim that as Klinghoffer was making a left turn, Sanchez was walking across the street on a marked crossing.

Warren Ellis has spoken to NME about life in The Bad Seeds, working through hard times with Nick Cave to create new album ‘Wild God‘, the upcoming Death Of Bunny Munro adaptation, and the chances of the return of Grinderman.Ellis has been a core member of The Bad Seeds since 1997, as well as working as Cave’s main musical collaborator on film soundtracks and beyond for the last two decades. They also released the acclaimed album ‘Carnage‘ together under their own banner in 2021.Last week saw the release of The Bad Seeds’ 18th album ‘Wild God’, on the weekend that was dominated by the pandemonium for Oasis reunion tickets – not that Ellis was part of it.“Oh, what’s happening?” he told NME, unaware of the news.

Paul McCartney made a surprise appearance at an intimate show by producer Andrew Watt and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith. Watch footage of that moment below.On Tuesday night (August 20), Watt and Smith held a gig at the 250-pax venue Stephen Talkhouse at the Hamptons, an affluent seaside area in New York.McCartney took to the stage midway through their set – which saw Watt and Smith accompanied by guitarist G.E.

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has opened up about who he believes is “the greatest rock bass player.”The musician appeared as a guest on Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson’s podcast Where Everybody Knows Your Name, and discussed The Beatles‘ very own Paul McCartney. Flea – real name Michael Peter Balzary – shared that Macca is an incredible musician and opened up about what made him special.“I think Paul’s the greatest rock bass player. He’s just great.

Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and Red Hot Chilli Peppers will be performing at tonight’s (August 11) Olympic closing ceremony.The events kicked off on July 26 with an epic opening ceremony along the river Seine, featuring Lady Gaga performing French cabaret song ‘Mon truc en plumes’ and Gojira performing French Revolution song ‘Ah Ça Ira!’ with opera singer Marina Viotti.Celine Dion also performed for the first time in four years, taking on Edith Piaf’s ‘L’Hymne A L’Amour’ in her first show since she revealed in 2022 that she had been diagnosed with stiff person syndrome (SPS).Now, with the Paris games set to come to an end tonight (August 11), it’s been announced that Eilish, Snoop and Red Hot Chilli Peppers are among the acts performing at the event, which symbolises the handing over of the Olympic torch to Los Angeles. All three come from the city, where the games will be held in 2028.Fellow LA.

Charli XCX has suggested that she may appear with Billie Eilish.The events kicked off on July 26 with an epic opening ceremony along the river Seine, featuring Lady Gaga performing French cabaret song ‘Mon truc en plumes’ and Gojira performing French Revolution song ‘Ah Ça Ira!’ with opera singer Marina Viotti.Celine Dion also performed for the first time in four years, taking on Edith Piaf’s ‘L’Hymne A L’Amour’ in her first show since she revealed in 2022 that she had been diagnosed with stiff person syndrome (SPS).Now, with the Paris games set to come to an end this Sunday (August 11), rumours about the closing ceremony have started to get momentum, and people are speculating which artists may perform on the night.According to a new report by Variety – which spoke to various sources related to the closing ceremony – one of those heavily rumoured to be appearing at the two-hour show at the Stade de France is Billie Eilish.Not only would this be timely, with the singer recently sharing her critically acclaimed third album ‘Hit Me Hard And Soft’, but it would also be significant as the next instalment of the Olympic Games will be held in her native Los Angeles in 2028.Charli XCX has also added fuel to the fire with this rumour too, sharing an update online suggesting that she may be appearing with Eilish on the night to perform their new collaborative single ‘Guess’.Responding to a news update by PopCrave, the singer told fans “… you wanna guess ;)”.… you wanna guess

Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith has attempted to play along to one of Bring Me The Horizon’s tracks as he heard it for the first time. Check it out below.The attempt took place as the funk rock drummer appeared on the latest episode of Drumeo’s ongoing For The First Time series – which sees famous faces come into the studio and attempt to immediately play a song as they hear it for the first time.Smith has already taken part in the series once before, and quickly proved that he has a seemingly limitless comfort zone as he played Thirty Seconds to Mars’ hit single ‘The Kill’ close to perfectly on the first attempt.Now, just shy of a year later, he has taken on the challenge once again, this time putting his own spin on Bring Me The Horizon’s hit track ‘Can You Feel My Heart?’.Sitting at the kit as the song begins to play, Smith quickly confirmed that, not only had he not heard the song before, but he didn’t recognise the band responsible for the TikTok-dominating hit either.“What the fuck is this?” he asks, hearing the opening synth lead and going on to find a tribal-inspired rhythm that matches the song’s tempo.While an alternate approach to that of what Mat Nicholl put down in the original studio recording, the improvised take by Smith still fits perfectly in the track and saw the drummer push far out of his usual style.

Harley Davidson Homecoming will cruise into Milwaukee, WI’s Veterans Park for two days of rock, country, punk and Hip-Hop.Headliners at the revved-up extravaganza include Rock Hall of Fame inductees Red Hot Chili Peppers, arena act Jelly Roll, rapidly rising country star Hardy, ’90s punk stalwarts The Offspring and “Insane In The Brain” group Cypress Hill.They’ll be joined by Warren Zeiders, Priscilla Block, Destroy Boys, Otoboke Beaver and Hueston.In total, 14 acts will grace the Veterans Park stages over the weekend.And if you wan to see them all, it isn’t too late to score last-minute tickets.At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on two-day general admission passes was $278 before fees on Vivid Seats.Still need a few more details before smashing that buy button?For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about the 2024 Harley Davidson Homecoming below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete breakdown of all the best prices on single and multi-day general admission passes can be found here:(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn’t noted, will include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.