John Frusciante leaves the Red Hot Chili Peppers - General

[QUOTE=Musicradar]Joe Bosso, Sun 13 Dec 2009, 12:39 pm UTC Frusciante (left) is out of Pepperland, says source (© Stringer/epa/Corbis) View in gallery It would appear that John Frusciante is no longer working with the Red Hot Chili Peppers - so says a source close to the band in an exclusive interview with MusicRadar. "Josh Klinghoffer has been playing with the group for a couple of months now," says the source. "Optimistically, the Peppers are trying to lock down a replacement for John, who has apparently quit. "Mentally, John checked out a long time ago. He's interested in doing his own thing, his own albums - the whole big rock band machinery just doesn't appeal to him anymore." [b]The news that Frusciante has quit can hardly be viewed as surprising. During a podcast interview with MusicRadar earlier this year, the guitarist was lost for words during a routine question about the status of the group. He paused for nearly 30 seconds (later edited) before awkwardly stating that the Peppers had "no plans." Frusciante also refused to be introduced to be as 'guitarist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers,' preferring instead to be called, simply, 'guitarist.'[/b] This wouldn't be the first time Frusciante has split from the band: Overwhelmed by the success of Blood Sugar Sex Magik, he quit in 1992 and descended into heroin addiction. After kicking drugs cold turkey, he rejoined the Peppers in 1999 for the album Californication (the group had fired his replacement, Dave Navarro, a year earlier). Still, the past decade hasn't been an easy ride for Frusciante. Intensely private, he has issued a number of wildly experimental, introspective solo recordings - a stark contrast to the over-the-top, circus-like antics of life in the Chili Peppers. Rumors of his commitment to the band resurfaced late last month when, during an interview with Classic Rock magazine, drummer Chad Smith, responding to a question about Frusciante's involvement, stated: "Well...at this time I can't talk about that. I have been told to stay away from the John questions." Klinghoffer's a well-liked LA player Oddly enough, Klinghoffer is not only friends with the Chili Peppers but with Fruscinate as well. "Josh has been on everybody's radar for quite some time," says the source. "He's extremely popular within a certain circle of LA musicians. "The big thing right now that the band will have to consider is, Can Josh write great songs? Can he help push them forward? Everybody knows he can play, but the Peppers need somebody who can come up with amazing material and get them moving again."[/QUOTE] [url]http://www.musicradar.com/news/guitars/john-frusciante-has-left-red-hot-chili-peppers-says-source-229551[/url] Well, it won't be the first time it happened. It'll be interesting to see what happens with them. [i]One Hot Minute[/i] did have some good songs on it though.

Such rage This had better be a false rumour

cool

[QUOTE=HellNaw;18949986]cool[/QUOTE] Thank you for your post.

If true, that's too bad. I wanted to see at least one more album.

I'm glad That means more Frusciante solo albums :dance:

[QUOTE=Tazers Hurt;18953343]I'm glad That means more Frusciante solo albums :dance:[/QUOTE] Yes, but less Red Hot Chili Peppers albums. And tons of idiots saying "OGAWDZ. JON FRON LEFT RHCP, I NEED TO CUT MY WRISTS AND POST IT ON YOUTUBE."

[QUOTE=40kplayer;18954048]Yes, but less Red Hot Chili Peppers albums. And tons of idiots saying "OGAWDZ. JON FRON LEFT RHCP, I NEED TO CUT MY WRISTS AND POST IT ON YOUTUBE."[/QUOTE] They're still working on a new album, just with a different guitarist.

Because of this you'll always have somebody complaining that "the band isn't as good since he left" even though the album could potentially be as just good as all the other ones.

They've had like 3 guitarists now and their albums are still the same I wouldn't be too worried

[QUOTE=SilverHammer;18954391]They've had like 3 guitarists now and their albums are still the same I wouldn't be too worried[/QUOTE] Uhh, no. One Hot Minute was their worst, and you can't find many people to disagree. Some likable songs, but overall it was really disposable. Though I was kinda hoping John wouldn't leave so soon, because I've still got so much of his solo stuff to get into without him popping out more albums.

[QUOTE=40kplayer;18954048]Yes, but less Red Hot Chili Peppers albums. And tons of idiots saying "OGAWDZ. JON FRON LEFT RHCP, I NEED TO CUT MY WRISTS AND POST IT ON YOUTUBE."[/QUOTE] what do you mean less RHCP albums? they already hardly release albums

Maybe he'll join The Mars Volta full-time :dance:

That's kind of sad. I loved John Frusciante and thought he complemented the Chili Peppers well. Of course they aren't really the crazy funky kings they used to be either. Hopefully, he'll focus on his solo career, like he said, and put out some kickin' rad stuff

No :(

The'll just find another guitarist and carry on! :buddy: [editline]07:19PM[/editline] Right guys? :ohdear:

[QUOTE=MangeBag;18960587]Uhh, no. One Hot Minute was their worst, and you can't find many people to disagree. Some likable songs, but overall it was really disposable. Though I was kinda hoping John wouldn't leave so soon, because I've still got so much of his solo stuff to get into without him popping out more albums.[/QUOTE] One Hot Minute is one of my favorite albums don't be a hater

[QUOTE=SilverHammer;19013474]One Hot Minute is one of my favorite albums don't be a hater[/QUOTE] Completely agreed. OHM is my all time favorite album. It's a mixture of Prog, Heroin-Induced Psychedelic Rock, and Hardcore Funk.

Look at this! Smack? [url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ngw07DZQrGQ&feature=related[/url]

Hahaha, I'm a Pattonite so any time this sort of thing happens I :smug:

[QUOTE=MangeBag;18960587]Uhh, no. One Hot Minute was their worst, and you can't find many people to disagree. Some likable songs, but overall it was really disposable. Though I was kinda hoping John wouldn't leave so soon, because I've still got so much of his solo stuff to get into without him popping out more albums.[/QUOTE] Your absolutely wrong. OHM was one of their best

[QUOTE=Loompa Lord;19035610]Completely agreed. OHM is my all time favorite album. It's a mixture of Prog, Heroin-Induced Psychedelic Rock, and Hardcore Funk. Blood Sugar, and One Hot Minute both compliment each other fantastically in my opinion. How can people even listen to the Chili's last three albums? [b]If you ask me, the last great album by RHCP was with Dave Navarro in the band.[/b] Ever since John rejoined during Californication, the band has just been complete pop-rock crap with barely any of that original P-Funk sound. (yes, OHM had that sound with a darker feel.) [b]If you say that Californication is better than OHM, than you're not a true Chilis fan in my opinion. Californication is NOT RHCP.[/b][/QUOTE] Your attitude is good but maybe you shouldn't bold all the sensational lines in your posts. Kinda makes you look like a douche. no offense intended bra

heh. What a shame for RHCP. And for the argument above, wether OHM or Californication was the better album is a pointless argument. I, for one, want to see what will come out with the new guitarist.

[QUOTE=SilverHammer;19057768]Your attitude is good but maybe you shouldn't bold all the sensational lines in your posts. Kinda makes you look like a douche. no offense intended bra[/QUOTE] It's alright. I just really love that album haha. Most people don't really give it a chance.

Frusciante is a great guitarist and songwriter, I hope he does well whether he is playing in RHCP or doing more solo work(I've heard some of his solo shit, and it is good as hell). I think it's a bit sad for RHCP though since they don't have that great musician in their lineup.

[QUOTE=yawmwen;19070594]Frusciante is a great guitarist and songwriter, I hope he does well whether he is playing in RHCP or doing more solo work(I've heard some of his solo shit, and it is good as hell). I think it's a bit sad for RHCP though [b]since they don't have that great musician in their lineup.[/b][/QUOTE] [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flea_%28musician%29]Um...what?[/url]

[QUOTE=Saikotic;19070869][url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flea_%28musician%29]Um...what?[/url][/QUOTE] Oh no, you misread me. Flea is one of my heroes. I meant "that great musician" not as no one in RHCP was as good as him, but "that great musician" as he was great and it's a loss for the band.

[QUOTE=Loompa Lord;19035610] Ever since John rejoined during Californication, the band has just been complete pop-rock crap with barely any of that original P-Funk sound. (yes, OHM had that sound with a darker feel.) [b]If you say that Californication is better than OHM, than you're not a true Chilis fan in my opinion. Californication is NOT RHCP.[/b][/QUOTE] Actually, I kinda like the melodic sling in the chorus of Easily.

One Hot Minute wasn't their best but it wasn't bad. I liked Frusciante but I for one look forward to hearing what the new guitarist can bring to the band. Their last three albums did sound pretty alike so if this guy is as good as everyone says we should be in for an awesome few new Pepper albums.

[QUOTE=Loompa Lord;19035610]Completely agreed. OHM is my all time favorite album. It's a mixture of Prog, Heroin-Induced Psychedelic Rock, and Hardcore Funk. Blood Sugar, and One Hot Minute both compliment each other fantastically in my opinion. How can people even listen to the Chili's last three albums? [b]If you ask me, the last great album by RHCP was with Dave Navarro in the band.[/b] Ever since John rejoined during Californication, the band has just been complete pop-rock crap with barely any of that original P-Funk sound. (yes, OHM had that sound with a darker feel.) [b]If you say that Californication is better than OHM, than you're not a true Chilis fan in my opinion. Californication is NOT RHCP.[/b][/QUOTE] Are you by any chance a big metalhead?