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The music world was saddened by the passing of Lemmy Kilmister, who died on Dec. 28 after an extremely short battle with cancer. Musicians the world over are mourning the former Motorhead frontman, but some notable names have reacted to his death on social media to commemorate Kilmister's life. Amongst those paying tribute are Slipknot, Metallica, Ozzy Osbourne, Sharon Osbourne, Eddie Trunk, Flea, Dave Navarro, Gene Simmons, Nikki Sixx and more. -
Thom Yorke, Flea Perform "Atoms for Peace" on French TV Show 'Le Grand Journal' [WATCH]
Today marks the beginning of Pathway to Paris, a two-day period of events and concerts that allows artists, musicians, activists and sustainability consultants to brainstorm ideas in hopes of diminishing climate change just before the UN climate chance meeting commences. Just ahead of both events, Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea and Radiohead front man Thom Yorke found themselves in Paris a bit early, ready to reunite for a performance of "Atoms of Peace" on French TV show 'Le Grand Journal.' -
Red Hot Chili Peppers Cover Jimi Hendrix's 'Fire' at Charity Event [WATCH]
On the night of Oct. 17 at an undisclosed Los Angeles warehouse in Frogtown, Flea, Anthony Kiedis, Josh Klinghoffer and Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers opened up a benefit gala that aimed to raised money for the Silverlake Conservatory of Music with a rare, acoustic set that boasted a cover of Jimi Hendrix's1967 classic Are You Experienced track, "Fire". -
Pathway to Paris Performances To Include Thom Yorke, Flea and Patti Smith
Radiohead's own Thom Yorke is among the billed artists to perform at December's Pathway to Paris. Also helming performances by iconic singer songwriter Patti Smith as well as Red Hot Chili Peppers' bassist Flea, the event will focus on an array of topics, mostly concerning climate change. -
Ranking Alanis Morissette's 'Jagged Little Pill' 20 Years Later
Alanis Morissette didn't release her debut album in 1995 but she may as well have: 'Jagged Little Pill' took the teen pop star who had released two questionable previous records and tore them into jagged little pieces. When the vocalist reared up and roared into the first hook of first single "You Oughta Know," the world took heed. Hang with Music Times as we count down the tracks on 'Jagged Little Pill' from least favorite to vice versa. -
Red Hot Chili Peppers Reportedly Working With Danger Mouse for New Album
Amid all the Super Bowl chaos and Katy Perry praise, Flea posted a tweet over the weekend reportedly confirming Danger Mouse as the producer for the next Red Hot Chili Peppers album. The post has since been deleted, Alternative Nation pointed out, but perhaps that is just the bassist's way of creating some hype. Either way, DM might be what the group needs for their 11th studio album. -
Bryan Ferry Shares Five New Songs From Upcoming Album 'Avonmore'
Though his legendary band Roxy Music recently announced their break-up, singer and band leader Bryan Ferry is far from done with the music business, sharing five (yes, five) new songs through NPR from his upcoming album Avonmore. These songs include "Midnight Train," "Soldier of Fortune," "Johnny and Mary," and "Driving Me Wild," as well as a cover of Stephen Sondheim's "Send In The Clowns." -
Die Antwoord Share 'Ugly Boy' Music Video Featuring Marilyn Manson, Flea, Jack Black [WATCH]
South African hip-hop duo Die Antwoord has shared the music video for their song "Ugly Boy," which you can check out below. The video, directed by Die Antwoord member Ninja, features a couple cameo appearances from other musicians — who are apparently "ugly boys" — including Marilyn Manson and Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.Other cameo appearances in the video include actor Jack Black and models Cara Delevingne and Dita Von Teese. Electronic artist Aphex Twin, whose song "Ageipolis" is sampled in the track, has been rumored by some sites as appearing in the video, though "Pitchfork" notes that he does not actually appear.As can be expected of the famously weird Die Antwoord, the music video for "Ugly Boy" is pretty weird stuff, with plenty of blood, violence and other unsettling/offensive images, including a guy in blackface wearing a sweatshirt that reads, "Hi, My Name is God." -
Flea Says The Next Red Hot Chili Peppers Album Will Be 'Super Danceable'
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have not released a new album since 2011's "I'm with You," but longtime bassist Flea said that the band is hard at work on a follow-up, which he called "super danceable." -
(Le) Poisson Rouge to Host 'Strange & Beautiful Festival: The Music and Art of John Lurie' in September
(Le) Poisson Rouge, one of Classicalite's favorite West Village venues, has booked quite the talent for "Strange & Beautiful Festival: The Music and Art of John Lurie." This unique hybrid fest will honor its actor/musician/painter namesake with a gallery exhibition at (L)PR, three concerts... -
10 Indie/Alt-Rock Musicians Who Have Acted: Jack White, Björk, And More
Though plenty of pop and (especially) hip-hop stars have dabbled in acting, they're not the only musicians who have second careers as thespians. Here are ten indie rock/alternative rock musicians who have acted in films and television. -
Red Hot Chili Peppers Post Instagram Video Hinting at New Album
The Red Hot Chili Peppers post an Instagram Video that hints at a new album. For the past few months, the Red Hot Chili Peppers have been doing everything from appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to creating new side projects, inking deals to write autobiographies and even delighting fans all over the country with their "unplugged" performance at this year's Super Bowl.
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