EvanG Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Just now, Rovim said: I disagree. His leads are as good as his rhythm playing imo. So not "for sure" at all. In my opinion it's for sure. But thanks for letting me know you disagree. I was wondering about that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantomas Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Josh seemed like a good fit and had been with the band for a decade. Hoping the split was mutual and that they didn't just can him. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknroll41 Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 2 hours ago, fantomas said: Josh seemed like a good fit and had been with the band for a decade. Hoping the split was mutual and that they didn't just can him. Yeah same. I really like Josh. Hope they’re all still on good terms! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvanG Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I always felt bad for Josh, he was always being compared to John. I hope they didn’t fire him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holographic Universe Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I doubt the band fired him, and even if he didn’t part on great terms I’m sure Josh is grateful for his tenure. These guys are approaching 60, so if John comes back and stays hey let’s get this rolling again and the creative vibe is present, then the band would of course be compelled to reunite with John and create music again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknroll41 Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 34 minutes ago, -W.A.R- said: No matter how hard i try i can never get that image of him being cracked out during that interview in his apartment out of my mind. He’s come a long way since then but... yeah that 1994 interview in particular is certainly... hard to forget... to say the least... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfierose Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 On 17/12/2019 at 9:23 AM, Len Cnut said: Really? Fuckin' hell. That'd invalidate 99% of the 'what are you listening to' thread surely? Sorry for the late reply. Yes it makes it harder and significantly less fun but unfortunately that is where we are at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powderfinger Posted December 20, 2019 Share Posted December 20, 2019 On 2019-12-17 at 1:55 AM, El Guapo said: Whoever calls Frusciante a shitty guitar player doesn't understand guitar. Or music in general. I’m not a chillis fan, caught them live a few time’s and was at the aforementioned Slane gig. Guys a gifted guitar player. Music doesn’t do anything for me as it’s not my thing, but each of the Chillis are musically up there. He’s been one of the best guitarists in the last 30 years. again I’m not a fan of the band... But you can’t say the guy ain’t a great player. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Cnut Posted December 20, 2019 Share Posted December 20, 2019 I like it when they funk. Not that they're shite outside of that, its just my preferred Chilli Peppers era, your Freaky Styleys and your Red Hot Chilli Peppers debut your Uplift Mofo Party Plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknroll41 Posted December 20, 2019 Share Posted December 20, 2019 1 hour ago, Len Cnut said: I like it when they funk. Not that they're shite outside of that, its just my preferred Chilli Peppers era, your Freaky Styleys and your Red Hot Chilli Peppers debut your Uplift Mofo Party Plan. Yeah, I hear yah! Hard not to wonder what kinda band they woulda been had Hillel never died... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Cnut Posted December 20, 2019 Share Posted December 20, 2019 9 minutes ago, rocknroll41 said: Yeah, I hear yah! Hard not to wonder what kinda band they woulda been had Hillel never died... Dont get me wrong, I like BloodSugar and Californication, haven’t really properly listened to the stuff after that...but it seemed to me that they became somewhat conventional after that compared to what they were, this mad punk funk band. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvanG Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 According to Bob Forrest they kicked Josh out of the band. Very shitty of them, if this is true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknroll41 Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 2 hours ago, EvanG said: According to Bob Forrest they kicked Josh out of the band. Very shitty of them, if this is true. Damn, poor guy. hope he’s doing ok. Would like to see him bounce back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovim Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 (edited) It didn't really click with Josh musicially and this is a band that always cared about commercial success. They gave it enough time and it's probably for the best for both parties. John belongs in the RHCP anyways. I'd say Josh had more musical chemistry with them compared to Dave, but not perfect like what they have with John. I don't really hold it against them, I imagine it's almost foolish to keep doing it like that when you have a chance to work with someone that you know can just elevate everything he's a part of in your band. Edited December 22, 2019 by Rovim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicklord Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 8 hours ago, EvanG said: According to Bob Forrest they kicked Josh out of the band. Very shitty of them, if this is true. A friend of Josh said the same but also really emphasised there's no bad blood between them 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soon Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 What was the business arrangement there anyways? Was John still a stake holder in the brand, but not a performing member? Josh was his understudy/employee?? I dont know anything about it, just curious? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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vloors Posted December 23, 2019 Author Share Posted December 23, 2019 11 hours ago, soon said: What was the business arrangement there anyways? Was John still a stake holder in the brand, but not a performing member? Josh was his understudy/employee?? I dont know anything about it, just curious? John would never have sold his stake. This isnt a izzy or steven situation where they sold their stakes. I believe Josh would of just been a hired gun. He would of still been getting paid writing royalities on the songs he did and performance fees. Probably nothing on merch or other business. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvanG Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 9 hours ago, vloors said: I believe Josh would of just been a hired gun. He would of still been getting paid writing royalities on the songs he did and performance fees. Probably nothing on merch or other business. Perhaps you are right, but I always thought they were loyal and I figured Josh became a full member when they hired him. Same with songwriting, they have always divided writing royalties equally, even though not everyone in the band contributes as much. Chad Smith can thank his lucky stars for that one. As for the split, I agree with most that John is a better fit, but I can't help but feel for Josh... he was very dedicated to this band and still had to endure ten years of haters telling him he isn't as good as John and now when John is ready to come back they kick him out. And I liked Josh, some of the jams he had with Flea were as inspiring as John and Flea's jams together (in my opinion). But as said before, hopefully there is no bad blood between them and Josh is okay with it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MacPhisto Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 On 22/12/2019 at 7:50 AM, Rovim said: It didn't really click with Josh musicially and this is a band that always cared about commercial success. They gave it enough time and it's probably for the best for both parties. John belongs in the RHCP anyways. I'd say Josh had more musical chemistry with them compared to Dave, but not perfect like what they have with John. I don't really hold it against them, I imagine it's almost foolish to keep doing it like that when you have a chance to work with someone that you know can just elevate everything he's a part of in your band. I think Josh's best work was the singles they released before I'm with you came out. Long progression, Victorian machinery are great songs. It's like they cut his balls off during im with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvanG Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 4 hours ago, Mr MacPhisto said: I think Josh's best work was the singles they released before I'm with you came out. Long progression, Victorian machinery are great songs. It's like they cut his balls off during im with you. All those songs were recorded during the I'm With You session but didn't make the record. But yeah, songs like Long Progression and Hanalei are really good and should have made the record easily. I love Josh's vocals on those songs and with him out of the band they lose the best singer they have ever had! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicklord Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 They don't really discuss money stuff with the public but I remember seeing Flea say several times that Josh's opinion weights the same in band meetings and is an equal. They kicked Dave out because all 3 of them voted him out. AK couldn't kick him out alone, he kinda made them go "me or him". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknroll41 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 (edited) 6 hours ago, Mr MacPhisto said: I think Josh's best work was the singles they released before I'm with you came out. Long progression, Victorian machinery are great songs. It's like they cut his balls off during im with you. All of those songs were actually released as singles AFTER I’m With You came out, and were then compiled into the album I’m Beside You. So, technically, Josh did three records during the 10-12 years he was part of the band. Not bad! Edited December 24, 2019 by rocknroll41 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovim Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 (edited) RHCP is working on a new album with John. Chad mostly talks about his paintings so if you're not interested in that just scroll down to the last part of the interview where he confirms it. https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/chad-smith-art-exhibit-confirms-new-chili-peppers-record-john-frusciante-934615/ Edited January 9, 2020 by Rovim 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvanG Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 Still looking forward to the record with Josh that is supposed to come out in 2019. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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