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Ever since their breakthrough album in 1989, called Mother’s Milk, Red Hot Chili Peppers memorabilia has been highly sought-after by fans of rock music. This was their third album, and the one that propelled them to stardom. The band went on to release a follow-up to Mother’s Milk, called Blood Sugar Sex Magik, in 1991.
Originally called Tony Flow and the Miraculously Majestic Masters of Mayhem, the group would later change its name to Red Hot Chili Peppers. The band’s music theory and style are a blend of alternative rock, funk, punk rock, hard rock, hip hop, and psychedelic rock.
Here is all you need to know about the Grammy Award-winning rock band:
The Frontman and Jazz Trumpet Player Are Original Band Members
Anthony Kiedis, the singer, and Flea, the bassists and trumpet player, are the only original band members left in the group. Over the years, the whole band has included many different members, such as:
- Hillel Slovak (original guitarist)
- Dave Navarro
- Jack Sherman
- John Frusciante
- Chad Smith
- Cliff Martinez
- Jack Irons
They Performed With a Band Called Nirvana
In 1991, after a dispute with the band Smashing Pumpkins, the Red Hot Chili Peppers performed with the now-famous group called Nirvana. They went on to perform many other shows together.
Members Have Played With Other Groups
Over the years, various band members have been in and out of the group, sometimes joining other bands. An example is when Jack Irons played for the rock group, Pearl Jam, from 1994 to 1998.
Chad Smith Looks Like Will Ferrell
Many people agree that Chad Smith, the current drummer, looks a lot like Hollywood film star, Will Ferrell.
In 1997, They Only Performed One Show
The band has had a lot of problems with drug use over the years, with the lead singer, Anthony Kiedis, openly discussing his struggles with addiction. Because of drug issues, the band was only able to manage a single performance in 1997.
They Are Rock and Roll Hall of Famers
The Red Hot Chili Peppers is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This is not surprising after a string of hit songs, such as:
- Venice Queen (dedicated to Gloria Scott, a drug counselor)
- Scar Tissue
- Give It Away (dedicated to River Phoenix)
- Stadium Arcadium
Other Interesting Facts
Here are some of the other interesting facts about the Red Hot Chili Peppers that you need to know:
- Flea, who is a founding member, was born in Melbourne, Victoria in 1962.
- In 1983, the band performed wearing only tube socks over their genitals, a tradition they have repeated on many occasions.
- In 1986, almost half of their budget was given to a drug dealer for heroin and cocaine.
- Singer and songwriter, Anthony Kiedis, is widely regarded as one of the best vocalists in the industry.
Get Your Hands on Awesome Memorabilia From the Southern California Rock Band
The Red Hot Chili Peppers is one of the most famous rock bands of all time. If you can get your hands on any of the band memorabilia, it could be worth a lot of money in a few years!