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Outstanding album from the ever pleasing chillies, can't fault it, a lush mix of easy going & fast paced tunes which flow so well you will just want to play it again & again - I know I do
Disc 1 of the album is the stronger of the two, with the majority of catchy, upbeat tracks as well as the strongest ballads. Apart from the funk-rocking lead single (“Dani California”), it features the enchanting title track, and the twin killing of “Hump De Bump” and “She’s Only 18.” “Torture Me” is one of my favorites. Leading off with a coursing bassline from Flea, this song hits hard and fast with a unique take on the music. Normal bands would turn “Torture Me” into a straightforward rock song, but the depth and versatility of the Chili Peppers turns it into a shape-shifting ball of music. One of the gems of the disc titled Jupiter is “Especially in Michigan,” a slower-paced song that features a fantastic guitar solo from special guest Omar Rodriguez-Lopez, of At The Drive In and The Mars Volta fame. Not to be outdone by the album’s newcomer, Flea guides the funk-driven “Warlocks” that follows with his raw basslines that are well accentuated by Frusciante. What is so great about this track is its depth. Rather than an upbeat, oddball track, it varies between a soothing ballad and some rap-rock broken up by a wailing guitar solo for good measure. Titled Mars, Disc 2 of Stadium Arcadium is, in this reviewer’s opinion, a bit weaker. “Desecration Smile” is a five-minute snoozer courtesy of Anthony Kiedis, which does not bode well for the disc. Not quite space-rock, but it is a bit more ethereal than anything previously seen on Stadium Arcadium. “Tell Me Baby” picks up the pace a bit with a sparse track instrumentally that allows Kiedis to return to that rap-rock with which his fans have a love-hate relationship. He sings a majority of the song, but it is still not one of the best offerings from the Red Hot Chili Peppers. “Hard To Concentrate” is one of those lovable tracks that might just have lyrics acquired from Rhymer.com. There is little instrument work to highlight it, save for a guitar solo or two that do not do anything exciting; but on the other hand, it is tough to hate it outright. Both “21st Century” and “Readymade” are exciting tracks that give Mars the kick it deserves. Both open with a growling bass intro, with the former going much more into the realm of funk and the latter showing single potential as a rock-radio hit. To be frank, “If” falls flat on its face. It is noticeably the weakest song out of the 28, wandering and winding to a conclusion about two minutes and fifty-seconds too long. Meager instrument work and boring vocals make “If” completely forgettable, in my eyes. “Make You Feel Better” has a pop-rock style that I find reminiscent of The Beatles, both thematically and musically. I think John, Paul, George, and Ringo would be proud. The rest of the disc has its moments, but it never really blows you away again until “Storm In Your Teacup.” The instrumentals’ layering is excellent although occasionally the lyrics are corny as hell. The Chili Peppers may never shake the idea that about half of their songs are about getting laid, and “Storm In A Teacup” does not do anything to dispel that conception. That said, the song alternates from hard rock to something that anyone can bounce along to, making it a solid anchor for Mars.Read full review
This is not one of their best albums. I do like the album alot, when i first heard it several tracks stood out to me mainly the upbeat catchy "Dani California" and "stadium Arcadium", i have found out that "Dani California" is a rip off from another song, nevertheless its a great song. Disk one (jupiter) is the better disk with the better well known song titles, 3 or 4 titles being better known and higher in popularity. Disk two (mars) on the other hand is less upbeat and contains 1 or 2 titles being better known. In all i was disapointed in this album as my expectations were high from their outcome of other better recent albums such as "Californication" and "By the Way"; i would suggest purchasing these if you are concidering purchasing this album, as this album may deter you from the red hot chilli peppers.Read full review
stadium arcadium by the red hot chilli peppers,this album is a double disc edition with 14 tracks on each disc,disc number 1 is the best ive ever heard from the chillis,nice chilled out and easy listening not to heavy,unfortunately disc 2 isnt that great in my opinion,maybee there record label pushed them into releasing it sooner i don't know it sounds dull and effortless,don't get me wrong there are 1 or 2 decent tracks but the rest are a waste,i still recomend any peppers fan buy it just for disc 1
OMG there isnt a song i dislike on it theyre all bueno. if you dont buy the album download the songs. the red hot chili peppers still rock harder than the newest bands on the scene. favourites are flea and john, theyre legends.