REVIEW: New Red Hot Chili Peppers Album, I’m With You
By Triple M Radio’s Dave-O – August 22nd.
"No filler here, all bonafide genius."
We attended an exclusive listening session hosted by Warner last Friday here at the Triple M studios and after pumping it through the loud speakers we can say that this album will blow you away.
The Red Hot Chili Peppers first album in four years and their first with new guitarist Josh Klinghoffer. There’s been much anticipation for their new album, I’m With You. And we’re pleased to report that it’s a killer album.
We attended an exclusive listening session hosted by Warner last Friday here at the Triple M studios and after pumping it through the loud speakers we can say that this album will blow you away.
“It’s a killer album,” said Triple M Sydney’s Becko. “It was recorded in 2 different studios [and] listening to the album it was obvious. The album started with killer rock with a funky feel, driven by Flea’s bass slapping goodness. Then halfway through, it changes to pianos and production. You’ll like it.”
While, Triple M’s Rod “iRod” Maldon warned fans to expect the unexpected from their tenth studio album. “Totally blown away by the vocals and the incredible musical styles that fill this CD. No filler here, all bonafide genius.”
The album opens with a bang. “Monarchy of Roses” is heavy and even has a hint of disco, while “Factory of Faith” is simply a f***ing cool song. Flea’s bass is pure badass funk, while new guitarist Josh proves he’s more than just a capable replacement for John Frusciante. This could be the next single.
“Brendan’s Death Song”, dedicated to a close mate of the Chilis who passed away recently, shows a new found vocal range for singer Anthony Kiedis. We didn’t think his vocal could get any better but it has.
It’s not until track four (“Ethiopia”) that we get to hear Flea’s trademark slap bass. It rocks as does Chad Smith’s drumming. On this song the drums are up there with Led Zeppelin’s John Bonham. Man, Chad can play!
While the first half of the album rocks, the second half shows just how diverse these guys are. Flea pulls out the trumpet on “Did I Let You Know” and then piano on “Happiness Loves Company” and “Police Station”. Who would’ve thought you’d hear piano on a Chilis album?
We think you’ll love this album. This week we’ll be playing new tracks from the album on-air until it goes to market on Friday, August 26 (a day before it’s official release date).
We’ll also have video from the interview that Triple M’s Lee Simon did with Flea and Chad Smith in Hong Kong where they kicked off their world tour. The boys talk about their comeback and give us a track-by-track run through the new album.
The new album, I’m With You is out August 27.
Tracklisting
“Monarchy of Roses”
“Factory of Faith”
“Brendan’s Death Song”
“Ethiopia”
“Annie Wants a Baby”
“Look Around”
“The Adventures of Rain Dance Maggie”
“Did I Let You Know”
“Goodbye Hooray”
“Happiness Loves Company”
“Police Station”
“Even You Brutus?”
“Meet Me at the Corner”
“Dance, Dance, Dance”
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