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    Mayor, author promotes book in State College  Nov 18, 2009
    Among his more interesting encounters was one with Flea, the bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Before meeting him, Bentkowski was instructed to wait for Flea in a hallway. (Daily Collegian, PA)

    Kobe Bryant scores 28 as Lakers roll to 5th straight win, beating Hornets 104-88  Nov 9, 2009
    Anthony Kiedis and Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers sat together on the baseline. Copyright 2009 Associated Press. (FOX61, CT)

    Somnus-Neu: Grier Govorko's Multimedia Bed  Nov 6, 2009
    Govorko, who is best known for his concert sets for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, wondered whether a bed could be as productive as a home office or offer a multimedia experience to rival a home theater. "Working in the music business, and being on tour for years, I was constantly in hotel rooms where I was always working from bed," he explains. (FastCompany)

    Today in History  Nov 1, 2009
    Rock singer Anthony Kiedis (Red Hot Chili Peppers) is 47. Pop singer-musician Mags Furuholmen (a-ha) is 47. (Yahoo News)

    Rock's snub clubTHE Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is celebrating its 25th with mega...    Oct 31, 2009
    Arguably less controversial nominees this year include Donna Summer, LL Cool J, ABBA, Genesis, the Hollies, Jimmy Cliff, Darlene Love and the Red Hot Chili Peppers ... Arguably less controversial nominees this year include Donna Summer, LL Cool J, ABBA, Genesis, the Hollies, Jimmy Cliff, Darlene Love and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. (New York Post -- News)

    Celebrity birthdays for Oct. 25-31  Oct 22, 2009
    Drummer Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers and of Chickenfoot is 48. Actress Tracy Nelson ("Father Dowling Mysteries") is 46. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)

    Yes, its been that long  Oct 22, 2009
    Tears For Fears * Kylie Minogue * Janet Jackson with Black Cat * Jon Bon Jovi with Blaze of Glory * Erasure * Maxi Priest * Rod Stewart * Depeche Mode * The Blues Brothers * Garth Brooks * Red Hot Chili Peppers * Billy Joel * Phil Collins * Vanilla Ice with Ice Ice Baby * Whitney Houston * Aerosmith * Cher * Dannii Minogue * Mariah Carey * The B-52 s. 6 comments. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Song-and- math routine  Oct 21, 2009
    The songs -- set to such popular tunes as Madonna's Material Girl and the Red Hot Chili Peppers' Under the Bridge -- give her that opportunity to drill rules, but in an interesting way. "I think the songs will be stuck in my head the rest of the year," said calculus student Zachary Tisdale, 17. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Lupe Fiasco's 'New Moon' Bonus Track Inspired By 'Chaotic Love Story'  Oct 18, 2009
    " The movie, of course, deals with a tricky love triangle between Bella Swan, Edward Cullen and Jacob Black. Lupe's tune taps right into such emotional complications. "The song basically deals with the chaotic love story that takes place between the characters," he said. "It's more on the rock side of my musical catalog and comes straight from my die-hard fanhood of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Anthony Kiedis, one of my favorite rappers. " This report is provided by Services: Popular Links:... (VHI.com -- Music News)

    Celebrity birthdays for Oct. 11-Oct. 17  Oct 8, 2009
    Bassist Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers is 47. Actress Terri J. Vaughn ("All of Us,""The Steve Harvey Show") is 40. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)

    No comments posted.  Oct 5, 2009
    In a notable piece of trivia, the Red Hot Chili Peppers dedicated their 1991 album Blood Sugar Sex Magik to Watt. What he got you gotta give it to your momma. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)

    Editorial: Music's return to Rec Hall a plus  Oct 2, 2009
    Rec Hall hosted rapper Busta Rhymes in 1999, Red Hot Chili Peppers in 1991 and even the Grateful Dead in 1979 and 1980. Penn State alumni from years past can obviously attest to the venue's ability to handle concerts, but for us present-day Penn Staters, we've yet to see a recreational use for the venue besides providing a forum for sports events and speeches. (Daily Collegian, PA)

    Warner to return its music to YouTube  Sep 30, 2009
    The deal would involve sharing advertising revenue with the Google unit on music videos provided by Warner from artists such as T.I., Red Hot Chili Peppers and Michael Buble, as well as on song streams uploaded by users, said the person. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because a formal deal has not yet been announced. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)

    Warner Music comes back to YouTube  Sep 30, 2009
    Warner, home to artists such as Metallica, The Red Hot Chili Peppers and T.I., from YouTube last December after failed contract negotiations. By Jefferson Graham. (USA Today -- Tech)

    Sound off: A rapper and a rocker  Sep 30, 2009
    After enlisting epic record producer Sylvia Massy, who put her stamp on Tool s Undertow and also worked with the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Johnny Cash, Antiproduct recorded an album that goes in 100 different directions at the same time. The band whips together a blend of the early days of punk to the hardest of hard rock, and at times this fivesome scales back to a power-pop sound. (Kingston Mariner, MA)

    Band to bring 'Mixed Tape' to PSU  Sep 30, 2009
    Though Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton and Sarah Palin have all spoken at Rec Hall in the past two years, no music performances have taken place at the venue that once hosted artists like Busta Rhymes and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. That will change next weekend, when the Student Programming Association (SPA) brings California piano rockers Jack's Mannequin to break in the remodeled building at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11. (Daily Collegian, PA)

    YouTube and Warner Music Kiss and Make Up  Sep 30, 2009
    Warner Music had posted thousands of video clips from artists like rapper TI and the Red Hot Chili Peppers on YouTube. But last year, Warner reportedly wanted a larger share of the revenue YouTube generates from its visitor traffic. (Yahoo News -- Technology)

    Abba nominated for Hall of Fame  Sep 25, 2009
    Abba, LL Cool J, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Kiss have been nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in the US. ... FROM OTHER NEWS SITES Chilis's Hall of Fame bid - 7 hrs ago Red Hot Chili Peppers, KISS, ABBA nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - 20 hrs ago Kiss, Genesis, Chili Peppers Rock hall contenders (Reuters) - 29 hrs ago Kiss, Genesis, Chili Peppers Rock hall contenders - 32 hrs ago Kiss, Genesis, Chili Peppers Among Nominees For Rock Hall Of Fame - 33 hrs ago.... (BBC News -- Entertainment)

    Kiss, Chili Peppers among Rock Hall nominees  Sep 25, 2009
    NEW YORK - Kiss, LL Cool J and the Red Hot Chili Peppers could be among next year's inductees at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They are part of an eclectic group of 12 acts in contention for the 2010 class. (MSNBC -- Music)

    Nominees For Class of 2010 Rock Hall  Sep 24, 2009
    Kiss, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and LL Cool J Named Contenders for Induction Into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ... Kiss joins the Red Hot Chili Peppers and LL Cool J as possible contenders for the 2010 class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ... (AP) Kiss, LL Cool J and the Red Hot Chili Peppers could be among next year's inductees at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. (CBS News -- Entertainment)

    Red Hot Chili Peppers, LL Cool J, ABBA Lead 2010 Rock Hall Of Fame Nominees List  Sep 24, 2009
    Kiss, Donna Summer, Genesis, Jimmy Cliff and the Stooges also make the list. " Rapper LL Cool J busted onto the New York scene at the ripe age of 17 with the bombastic 1985 album Radio, which featured the singles "Rock the Bells" and "I Can't Live Without My Radio" and served not just as his debut, but as the first album from the Def Jam record label. The internationally known rapper/actor has since produced a string of hit albums, which include songs that run the gamut from loverman caresses... (VHI.com -- Music News)

    How Vedder survived Pearl Jam's success  Sep 18, 2009
    " But most of the career pitfalls were faced by Vedder, whose fondness for "tomb-stoning" off cliffs into the sea led the Red Hot Chili Peppers to call him "Crazy Eddie. " Later, he took that death-or-glory approach into his band. "We'd be playing gigs and he'd climb up girders," says McCready. "He'd be gone a long time. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Right Turn golf tournament Sept. 22  Sep 16, 2009
    There will also be raffles and auctions for music and sports memorabilia such as autographed items by The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alice Cooper, Sarah McLaughlin, Simon Kirke from Bad ompany and The Dropkick Murphys, a Ronnie Wood (Rolling Stones) painting of Elvis Presley and great seats to the Boston College vs. Central Michigan football game on Oct. 31. Levels of participation range from the Roadie level at $130 for one player to the Rock Star level that includes a foursome and a sign on the... (Arlington Advocate, MA)

    Big Surf to stay open after all  Sep 6, 2009
    He was proud that during those years he revived the park as a concert venue, bringing such acts as the Red Hot Chili Peppers to the artificial beach. Rosenbaum recalled his father getting him a backstage pass for a Chicago concert held at the water park in the 1970s. (AZCentral -- Business)

    Hingham band Phase 2 is hit at Marshfield Fair  Sep 5, 2009
    On the first night, the band played a selection of hits ranging from the Rolling Stones to Red Hot Chili Peppers to Pearl Jam. The highlight of the night was an original song written by Phase 2, called Alone. (Hingham Journal, MA)

    North Texas schools won't carry speech...  Sep 5, 2009
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    Talking Heads Offer Up Five Track...  Aug 29, 2009
    - August 14th, 2009 Plus tracks from Gorillaz and Red Hot Chili Peppers for Wii and Pat Benatar and Coheed and Cambria for Rock Band Unplugged. - August 7th, 2009 Tracks from KISS and Lenny Kravitz added to the Rock Band Music Store for Wii and songs from Iron Maiden for Rock Band Unplugged. (New York Post -- Entertainment)

    UMSL's radio station shouldn't be taken for granted  Aug 25, 2009
    Some of my personal favorites include Nelly Furtado, Shakira, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lupe Fiasco, Chrisette Michelle, Shania Twain and Green Day. I find the U very satisfying to all my musical tastes. (The Current Online, MO)

    'DWTS' Reveals Stars' Professional Partners  Aug 25, 2009
    " Melissa Joan Hart, actress, teams up with reigning two-time "Dancing With the Stars" champ Mark Ballas, who returns for his fifth season. Kathy Ireland, model and entrepreneur, teams with Tony Dovolani, who returns for his eighth season. Michael Irvin, NFL hall of famer, teams with Anna Demidova, who won the professional dance competition try-out and makes her debut in Season 9. Joanna Krupa, model, teams with Season 7 champ Derek Hough, who returns for his fifth season. Chuck Liddell,... (ABC News)

    BJC should bring more variety  Aug 21, 2009
    Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Black Crowes, Foo Fighters, Muse, 311, Phish, Stone Temple Pilots, Smashing Pumpkins, Pearl Jam, Tool, Weezer, Aerosmith and the Beach Boys. What do all these artists have in common, other than being awesome. (Daily Collegian, PA)

    Fowl Foursome All Clucked Up  Aug 19, 2009
    Like their fowl moniker, this band stinks -- despite singer Hagar's and bassist Anthony's status as Van Halen alumni, drummer Smith's current membership in the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Satriani's guitar-god skills. One huge problem is that they haven't written a single song that can stand up in the pantheon of hard rock. (New York Post -- Entertainment)

    Tom DeLay one of 16 new 'Dancing with the Stars' celebrities  Aug 18, 2009
    " One of the Macy's Stars of Dance performances will be the hugely popular "Design-a-Dance," where fans have the chance to select their favorite professional dancers, dance styles and wardrobe at www.abc.com. In addition, couples will once again take part in a team formation dance, and a variety of new elements will be incorporated into routines involving all couples.Four new dance styles -- the Bolero, the Charleston, the Two Step and the Lambada -- are also going to be introduced. The middle... (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Dancing With the Stars  Aug 18, 2009
    i.am (Black Eyed Peas), John Frusciante (Red Hot Chili Peppers) Nas and Natalie Cole. Macy has also appeared in numerous films including "Spider Man," "Training Day," "Idlewild" (with Outkast) and the award-winning HBO Film "Lackawanna Blues.". (ABC News)

    Turner on a roll with 58 years in business  Aug 11, 2009
    HAGERSTOWN The Red Hot Chili Peppers song Californication boomed over the sound system at Southside Bowl on Sunday afternoon as patrons drummed their fingers on counters to the beat. The sound of balls slamming into pins added an alternative percussion to the music as a healthy crowd of about 180 people streamed into the local lanes at 17325 Virginia Avenue. (The Herald-Mail Online)

    Funk soul brother now a frontman  Aug 7, 2009
    The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper. Music man: Fred Wesley. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    The joys of attending an outdoor music fest  Aug 5, 2009
    She also missed seeing her favorite band, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and was mortified by the shoddy conditions of the outdoor rest room facilities. They were beyond the worst thing I ever experienced, she recalls. (MSNBC -- News)

    In Jakarta, After Bombings, the Ritz Reopens  Aug 4, 2009
    That's a big change from 2002, when acts like Missy Elliott, Limp Bizkit and the Red Hot Chili Peppers got cold feet and cancelled shows after the terrorist attacks killed 202 people in club bombings in Bali. Catching Noordin M. Top, the Malaysian believed responsible for July's attacks and the country's most wanted fugitive, would go a long way to fully restoring confidence in Indonesia's safety. (Time.com)

    10 things to do this weekend  Jul 31, 2009
    LISTEN. If you're not up for the Lollapalooza crowds next weekend, but still love the music, try TRIBUTE-A-PALOOZA. This day-long event at She-Nannigans and the Original Mother's, two Rush and Division area bars, features bands covering the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Foo Fighters, Stone Temple Pilots and other past Lollapalooza favorites. Aug. 1, 2 p.m., Cover charge is $2 before 7 p.m., $5 after. (Crain's Chicago Business)

    Locals chow down at Wing Fest  Jul 31, 2009
    They covered tunes from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, 311, Pearl Jam, John Mayer and more. Pat Sullivan, Class of 1989, who recently moved to State College from Chester County, said this band was the main reason he came. (Daily Collegian, PA)

    Coldplay To Turn Yellow For 'Simpsons' Episode  Jul 29, 2009
    Chris Martin and group will play private concert for Homer and Bart. no." The band is currently wrapping up its tour of North America (including a set at this weekend's before heading back to Europe to complete the world tour in support of their multi-platinum fourth album, Viva La Vida, or Death and All His Friends. This report is provided by Services: Popular Links: theFABlife: VH1Classic.com: 00000000. (VHI.com -- Music News)

    Irish band The Script find influence in R&B, soul  Jul 22, 2009
    Outside of R band says they were influenced by rockers like The Police and Red Hot Chili Peppers, as well as U2 and McCartney. "You wouldn't listen to The Script record and go, 'They're Rt you'd listen and go, 'There's a hint of Rre's a little bit of funk, there's a bit of rock,"' O'Donoghue said. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)

    Happy returns  Jul 17, 2009
    Dave Navarro Replaced Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante in the mid-1990s and played on their disappointing album One Hot Minute ... Stephen Perkins Followed Farrell into Porno for Pyros and contributed percussion to songs by Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rage Against the Machine and Nine Inch Nails. (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)

    60th Anniversary of 45 Single Celebrated by EMI Music With 'Digital 45' Campaign Launching July 14  Jul 15, 2009
    More than 35 digital singles will launch the campaign, including original 45 single A-sides and B-sides and top hits by Coldplay, David Bowie, R.E.M., Poison, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Dean Martin, Duran Duran, Nat King Cole, Blondie, and Billy Idol, among others. The 45 single, pressed on 7" vinyl, debuted in 1949 and is named for the number of revolutions per minute it takes to play the content on each of its sides. Billy Idol (original 45 single Blondie (original 45 single A-sides & B-sides)... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Triple j hottest 100 of all time  Jul 12, 2009
    8 Under The Bridge - Red Hot Chili Peppers. 9 Everlong - Foo Fighters. (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)

    Praising Ringo Starr, one drummer to another  Jul 7, 2009
    Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith says of Starr: "The greatest thing a drummer can contribute to a recorded song is the feel of it, and every Beatles song feels great." ... To this day, producers direct studio drummers to "play like Ringo." Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith sums it up thusly: "The greatest thing a drummer can contribute to a recorded song is the feel of it, and every Beatles song feels great.". (USA Today -- Life)

    Entertainer Spotlight on Pete Hernandez (35)  Jul 3, 2009
    Thursday, June 25, 2009 Edition. Today's Weather Palm Springs, CA. (Desert Entertainer, CA)

    Bay Area radio music directors pick the hits  Jul 1, 2009
    A: Some notable Live 105 staples and spin leaders include Green Day, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kings of Leon, Offspring, Killers, Linkin Park, Nirvana, Depeche Mode, Incubus, the Cure, Foo Fighters, Coldplay, Silversun Pickups, Sublime and Smashing Pumpkins. Q: Who is your pick for the breakout act of 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Chad Smith's Bombastic Meatbats  Jul 1, 2009
    Bombastic, funky, sexy and loud, Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers & Chickenfoot) is breaking out on his own with guitar star Jeff Kollman, multi-faceted keyboardist Ed Roth, and Motor City bass ace Kevin Chown ... Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) July 1, 2009 -- Bombastic, funky, sexy and loud, Chad Smith (drummer of Red Hot Chili Peppers enfoot) is breaking out on his own with guitar star Jeff Kollman, multi-faceted keyboardist Ed Roth, and Motor City bass ace Kevin Chown. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Rock legends form new band called Chickenfoot  Jun 30, 2009
    While the name may not be to everyone's taste, Van Halen veterans Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony, Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith and virtuoso guitarist Joe Satriani rose high in the U.S. charts with their eponymous debut album this month ... "According to band manager Mick Brigden, U.S. album sales totaled around 180,000 in the first three weeks, around one quarter of which were bought digitally, suggesting a younger, technology-savvie audience.Click for related content"A lot of... (MSNBC -- Music)

    About the bands  Jun 25, 2009
    " The Corduroy Road (5:30 p.m. Saturday, Main Stage) - Kentucky natives Drew Carman and Dylan Solise had a good thing going as an old-time bluegrass duo. Adding drummer John Cable and bassist Tim Helms changed everything. "Picking up the low end added a rock feel to what we were playing," Carman says. The group now is known for bringing the explosive energy of punk rock to their live show. Their full length debut, "Love Is War," will be released this summer. Creepy (10 p.m. Friday, Flicker... (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Kershaw answers fans' questions  Jun 24, 2009
    iamrussell: pick So what made you the Red Hot Chili Peppers' "Snow" as your song. Kershaw: I like the guitar intro in the beginning and I really like the Red Hot Chili Peppers as a band. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)

    Rough 'n tumble: Red Hot Chili Peppers survive women's open championship  Jun 22, 2009
    Missoulian: Rough 'n tumble: Red Hot Chili Peppers survive women's open championship ... Rough 'n tumble: Red Hot Chili Peppers survive women's open championshipBy COLTER NUANEZ for the Missoulian ... Sandberg's team, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, beat Yeah, That Just Happened in the women's open championship. (Missoulian, MT)

    Fontana Kicks-Off Blockbuster Summer Atop the Charts  Jun 18, 2009
    Chickenfoot, the rock supergroup featuring vocalist Sammy Hagar (Van Halen and Montrose), bassist Michael Anthony (Van Halen), guitarist Joe Satriani and drummer Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), brings their unique, high-energy style of rock-n-roll to the masses with their self-titled debut album. The band is currently preparing their first world tour, which kicks-off in Austria on June 20. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Black Eyed Peas' The E.N.D. Begins At Billboard #1  Jun 18, 2009
    Peas kick Dave Matthews Band to #2, as Mos Def and Pleasure P debut in top 10 (VHI.com -- Music News)

    Snowboarding TNT Out Now  Jun 16, 2009
    In 1998, Mr. Goodale and musician David Bowie co-founded UltraStar Entertainment to create pay online communities for leading musical artists including David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Who, Avril Lavigne, Sting, Tim McGraw, and Gloria Estefan. Clear Channel (now renamed Live Nation) acquired the company in 2006. (IGN Wireless Games)

    9 spots where big music stars stayed and played  Jun 16, 2009
    Also included on our list are the Phoenix Hotel, a San Francisco favorite of Pearl Jam, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and numerous others, just steps from many of the city's top nightclubs; the Beverly Hills Hotel, whose world-famous Polo Lounge attracts pop music royalty, and whose exterior appears on the Eagles's legendary Hotel California album; and a half-dozen other properties, from world-famous to fairly obscure, where rock music royalty composes itselfand where you can, too. Don't miss... (MSNBC -- Travel)

    MUSIC + FUN = MINUS 3 Band's members have good time while keeping their day jobs  Jun 16, 2009
    They say their musical influences include Pink Floyd, Dire Straits, 311, Sublime, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bob Marley, Iron Maiden and Ozzy Osbourne. Their favorite cover tunes to play are songs from the Eagles, Los Lonely Boys, ZZ Top and Beastie Boys. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)

    New shows added to Casino Ballroom schedule  Jun 6, 2009
    ChickenfootFeaturing Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Michael Anthony and Chad Smith Sunday, Aug. 23 Two ex-members of Van Halen teaming up with yet another virtuoso guitar player and a drummer who is the sound of band (Red Hot Chili Peppers) is a recipe for huge success. Simply put this band kicks a donkeys ass six ways to Sunday and back again. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Bumper Music Crop  Jun 2, 2009
    Hit: "Spaceman" for its rapid fire, nearly rapped, percolating lyrics that sound like they are repeating Red Hot Chili Peppers. This one will be a powerhouse in concert. (New York Post -- Entertainment)

    Brandi Carlile works with her idol  Jun 1, 2009
    Grammy winner Rick Rubin (Dixie Chicks, Red Hot Chili Peppers) produced "Ghost," the follow-up to Carlile's 2007 hit record, "The Story," which was produced by Grammy winner T Bone Burnett (Roy Orbison, Elvis Costello). For that album, the band performed live-to-tape using Burnett's vintage instruments, with little extra added to the songs. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)

    20 memorable shows in 20 years at Star Lake  May 28, 2009
    Security was on alert throughout a tense day with Ministry, Soundgarden, Ice Cube and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Lollapalooza didn't even want to play Pittsburgh, according to former executive director Lance Jones, because there was no alternative radio station here. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Chef perpares for battle  May 28, 2009
    Wolf goes way back with Chickenfoot singer Sammy Hagar, and was label mates on EMI with drummer Chad Smith, who's on hiatus from the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Ciara drives with Staples Ciara, who gets frisky with Justin Timberlake on the song "Love Sex Magic," is partnering with Framingham-based company Staples for a school supply drive. (Boston Globe)

    Chickenfoot: four legends, one supergroup  May 22, 2009
    On the phone from his Malibu home, Smith, drummer for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, sounds as befuddled as anyone by how he, guitar god Satriani, and the non-namesake half of Van Halen, version 2. 0, Hagar and Anthony, became Chickenfoot. (Boston Globe)

    Lodi City Council approves step toward concert at Grape Bowl (1272)  May 22, 2009
    " dogs4you wrote on May 21, 2009 5:54 PM:" midtowner, I saw blink 182 on the Tonight Show the other night, I suppose cake, red hot chili peppers and green day are alike ... " midtowner wrote on May 21, 2009 4:07 PM:" How about Cake, Blink 182, Red Hot Chili Peppers or Green Day. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Troubadour finds sounds without borders  May 15, 2009
    Over the years, he had the chance to interview the likes of John Butler, Xavier Ruud, The Stereophonics, Aerosmith, David Bowie, Jack Johnson, ACDC, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Wyclef Jean, James Blunt, and many other famous alternative French artists. Working in the media opened Kaiser s eyes to a possible career in music. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)

    NASCAR circles back to grow  May 13, 2009
    They also included promotions designed to help the sport cross over such as prerace performances by Lisa Marie Presley and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. A sign the sport is back on track: Country music star Keith Urban kicked off the Daytona 500 this year. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)

    Coming attractions for summer  May 11, 2009
    Chickenfoot might not sound like a super group, but that's the name of the band made up of guitar phenom Joe Satriani, Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith, ex-Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony and ex-Van Halen singer-guitarist Sammy Hagar. In advance of their Fillmore gig, Joel Selvin visited the band members in the studio (Page 38). (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Guitarist Satriani joins Hagar for Chickenfoot fun  May 11, 2009
    But Satriani finally did join Hagar for a brief jam session in February last year in Las Vegas with Hagar's Chickenfoot, a three-man weeknight poker circle that used to get together and jam at Hagar's Mexican beach cantina, Cabo Wabo, featuring Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith and Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, long a Hagar partner-in-crime. Now Satriani, rock's leading instrumentalist and hero of a thousand guitar magazine covers, has joined forces with rock's most irrepressible... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)

    Catch the blues in Chicago  May 10, 2009
    Back in the flannel-covered early 1990s, you shared the stage with the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Nirvana, and now you're performing at the same festival as the Doobie Brothers, Styx. 38 Special, and REO Speedwagon. (Boston Globe)

    Coachella music fest flies high  Apr 20, 2009
    Other non-performing musicians seen at Coachella were Stewart Copeland of the Police, Anthony Kiedis of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and "Weird Al" Yankovic. The vibe: The installation art in the center of the polo field created the feel of a lost village inspired by the hallucinogenic genius of Lewis Carroll. (USA Today -- Life)

    Catching up with ... Julia Butterfly Hill  Apr 17, 2009
    Q: You appear in the lyrics of a Neil Young song and a Red Hot Chili Peppers song. Have a preference for either. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    SingStar Queen Announced  Apr 17, 2009
    Their timeless hits include "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Killer Queen," "We Will Rock You," "We are the Champions" and "Under Pressure." Queen has sold more than 40 million albums in the United States and bands like Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Green Day and My Chemical Romance have all cited Queen as a major musical influence. The independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) has rated SingStar Queen for PS2 "T" for Teen. (IGN PS2)

    * Night trippers  Apr 10, 2009
    Influenced by Red Hot Chili Peppers and Limp Bizkit, its no surprise that Spring Scream organizer Jimi Moe described the outfit as performing really fun, poppy rap like Blink 182. . (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)

    What Should 'American Idol' Top Eight Sing This Week?  Apr 8, 2009
    " , 1992 That Year's Big Songs: Boyz II Men's "End of the Road," Sir Mix-A-Lot's "Baby Got Back," Kris Kross' "Jump" What She Might Pick: A dark, smoldering take on the Red Hot Chili Peppers' "Under the Bridge," Bonnie Raitt's gritty "I Can't Make You Love Me" or, if she can get it cleared, Guns N' Roses' "November Rain" What She Should Stay Away From: Mr. Big, Def Leppard, Ugly Kid Joe, Billy Ray Cyrus What We'd Like to Hear: Iraheta's smoky voice wrapped around Eric Clapton's touching "Tears... (VHI.com -- Music News)

    Metallica, Run-DMC inducted into Rock Hall  Apr 6, 2009
    Whatever the intangibles elements are that make a band the best, Metallica has them, said Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, who delivered a heartfelt speech in presenting the band. He recalled being on tour and hearing Metallica on the radio for the first time. (KHOU.com, TX)

    Metallica Makes Noise at Hall of Fame Induction  Apr 6, 2009
    The metal pioneers, who were joined in the 24th class of inductees by Jeff Beck, Little Anthony & the Imperials, Bobby Womack, Run-D.M.C., Wanda Jackson, Spooner Oldham and former Elvis Presley sidemen D.J. Fontana and Bill Black, also proved they can play well with others: The group provided the evening's musical highlight by closing the 3-hour show with a furious rendition of the rockabilly staple Train Kept 'a Rollin', backed by Beck, Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page, Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood,... (13WMAZ.com, GA)

    2009 Rock Hall Inductees Honor Pop's Subgenres  Apr 5, 2009
    The Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea will be inducting the band. Run D.M.C.. (KCRA 3, CA)

    Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen in Costa Rica for 2nd wedding  Apr 5, 2009
    In recent years the area has become a popular destination for celebrities, including Mel Gibson, Gwyneth Paltrow, Matthew McConaughey and members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. The couple was reportedly first married in the United States in February. (KHOU.com, TX)

    Metallica, Run-DMC Join Rock, Rockabilly, Soul Legends In Hall Of Fame  Apr 5, 2009
    " This year's ceremony was back in Cleveland, home of the Hall of Fame building, for the first time since the first-ever induction ceremony in 1997. And for the first time, the general public was allowed to buy tickets to the event, held at Cleveland's Public Auditorium. That suited just fine, as the Bay Area masters of metal repeatedly gave shout-outs to the thousands of head-banging followers who have made them one of the biggest metal bands in rock history. Appearing onstage with ex-bassist... (VHI.com -- Music News)

    Cheers and jeers  Apr 3, 2009
    Rap shows are great and give students a different genre of music than the typical college bands (O.A.R, Red Hot Chili Peppers, etc. . (Daily Orange, NY)

    Metallica To Play With Two Bassists At Rock Hall Of Fame  Apr 2, 2009
    Both Jason Newsted and Robert Trujillo will perform at band's induction on Saturday (VHI.com -- Music News)

    Take it to the limit  Apr 1, 2009
    Speedzone Tour 2009 will be one of the first few venues to catch his latest productions as he is currently busy with the final touches to his brand new album Pop Killer, set to feature collaborations with the likes of Cee-Lo from Gnarls Barkley, Ryan Tedder from OneRepublic, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. At my show in Malaysia, I will be playing a lot of the new music from my upcoming album, and those from producers signed to Perfecto, including Nat Monday, Kenneth Thomas, Robert Vadney, Adam... (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    In a good light  Mar 27, 2009
    He finished the tour with more than 200 songs written, while he hired the powerful Q Prime management company (Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers) to further the band's already burgeoning career. But what he wanted most of all was to make a positive record. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Woodstock founder plans 'sequel'  Mar 25, 2009
    The Red Hot Chili Peppers are also being considered, having headlined the ill-fated event a decade ago. Trouble began at the end of their set when what began as several small bonfires escalated into a number of major infernos. (BBC News -- Entertainment)

    2009 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ind...  Mar 22, 2009
    Red Hot Chili Peppers, Eminem, Jimmy Page, Ronnie Wood and the Red Hot Chili Peppers are among the artists inducting the 2009 entries to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ... Eminem, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jimmy Page, Ronnie Wood Welcome Inductees ... For 2009, Eminem inducts rap legends Run-DMC and Flea of Red Hot Chili Peppers welcomes heavy metal icons Metallica. (Suite101.com)

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