Addressing Your Outrage About The Red Hot Chili Peppers Critique!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

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[@Cfolger]

Fuckin a can't wait to see you in Arizona March 12th,

[@danielkirkland3366]

Why don’t you teach on here your own songs be great

[@Evl_1]

They are overrated. Never understood why people like them. To me they are a Chick band or college band to seem cool.

[@youKnowWho3311]

I think the posh bit is what they are after. I actually thought your were highly educated relative to poshness of your annunciation. LOL

[@valleys1332]

I've seen John frusantie live he's amazing his feel 4 guitar is something else I can't put my fingers on it but its great I hear what you say Justin

[@mikes747]

I like the chilli peppers but don't get offended when someone says that they don't! Music is art and not everyone has the same tastes! Keep up the great work!

[@davidglasspool4921]

they’ve been one of my favorite bands for years but it never bothers me when people don’t like them. I have a very specific sound so I totally understand somebody not liking them. Also, I need to watch one of these videos from this channel. They keep popping up as recommendations but I’ve never actually watched any of them.

[@peterholmes2364]

Same here, absolutely love the chilli peppers and johns guitar playing but im not smart enough to really know why 😂. But dont have a problem with anyone who doesn't like them

[@strokemcfolks8040]

I don’t like the mild green chilies

[@l-wook]

Found it odd he didn’t touch on Flea really in that video. Not a bass heavy song I guess, or just being a typical guitarist lol

[@grandmasterj5]

There's no problem with people not liking things, but a lot of his comments were based on what only sounded like a few songs that have been released in the charts and not over albums. That's like.. eg, watching 2 football games of Ronaldo playing badly, and saying he's a bad player when he's clearly not 🤷🏻‍♂️ His comments about Frusciante having an expressionless technique were also wrong, as there's lots of examples of him playing in the style he mentioned Also said that keidis suddenly found some new energy the way he was dancing around when he's been doing this since the 80's There's having opinions, and then there's misinformed due to not actually evaluating further beforehand.

[@riccardoarpea9966]

See, the thing i love about your channel is that even though you are an established musician you have a very humble, down to earth approach to music, but at the same time i can get informed opinions by someone who, quite differently from other reviewers, makes music and knows the industry inside and out. While i may not always agree on everything, i still hold your opinions in rather high regard, and enjoy your fun and quirky way of talking about music! I’ve been following The Darkness since day one so it’s no mistery to me how utterly brilliant of a musician you are, but damn, the way you instantly play other artist’s tunes just like that, and add your own flair to them is just annoyingly amusing! Keep up the good work man! Can’t wait to catch you live 🔥

[@Julianna_So_Unique]

I didn't know he was such a good guitar player. Seems I have much to catch up on .

[@jamesthecat]

I love that about great musicians, too. When hanging around watching TV at a mutual friend's house I used to watch in awe as he would instantly transpose commercial jingles or TV themes to play on his guitar.

[@riccardoarpea9966]

@@jamesthecat wait, you know the man? awesome! how lucky! it must be a blast to see him play just for fun!

[@jamesthecat]

@@riccardoarpea9966 Oh no, sorry, not Justin (unfortunately)! Just a friend of a friend who's a musician.

[@riccardoarpea9966]

@@jamesthecat oh i see XD still, what a blast to be able to play that way

[@guitarbombdotcom]

I think your RHCP video was pretty accurate, I love them as a band, however I'd agree on your take of Frusciante's lack of vibrato. If I remember correctly when he re-joined the band for Californication he was suffering from not having played the guitar for years, having recently recovered from his heroin addiction and the burns he suffered when he burnt his apartment down whilst high. So he stated at the time his guitar parts where simpler, as he could no longer play as well as before. Though, his style has been that way on most recordings post BSSM. His solo stuff is really worth checking out though, and his guitar style is unique enough that you know it is him playing after hearing only a few notes. Keep up the great work, your videos are ace!

[@scottmaslak260]

Spot on 👍

[@danlightfoot6592]

Justin Hawkins - Rock God and Destroyer of Internet Trolls! Another great video dude 👏

[@WildeVid]

John is the sacred cow! Haha! That gave me a good laugh. His fans are really weird, I'm one of them. I was a little sad to hear your opinion of him. It might help if you listened to more of his work, but it actually might not! He's really not everyone's cup of tea. I think some of us connected with his solo albums on a super emotional level, creating some overly protective super fans. That being said, it's not cool, the slinging of insults at you - a wonderful and entertaining human - just because you don't experience something the way that we do.

[@mr.FRESHWATER]

Well said! I agree!

[@Shard3432]

I think the reasons it annoyed me was 1. He clearly stated he hadn't listened to RHCP much. So obviously listed to 0 of his solo stuff. 2. He sh*t sandwiched him. Stated he didn't like his playing, said he thought you solo was good and then went back to saying its simplistic. I've listened to a fair amount of solo guitar stuff and honestly John's is up there. Buckethead is still my #1 though.

[@Cloudroth]

100% agree with your comment! I myself love Frusciante but could never get into The greatful dead even though so many worship them. There's so many examples, it's what makes us all interesting!

[@olazissou2211]

Solo Frusiante makes him precious for us. Peppers are secodary. So Justin, please review solo Frusciante :)

[@StevenTwoTwo]

Just to point out, The Darkness being a "One Hit Wonder" very much depends on where you live. They certainly weren't a One Hit Wonder in the UK! They had a few top 20s in Norway and New Zealand too. Not to mention the fact that they've also had 7 top 20 albums in the UK... But don't let that take away from the guy's narrative or anything.

[@poundtacos4006]

I'm in Newfoundland Canada dude! My old band could jam on just about all of 'permission to land'! I friggin love the darkness!

[@SkaMasta097]

The Darkness is probably not a one hit wonder in the UK because they are from the UK. Here in the US, the only song they are known for is "I Believe In A Thing Called Love" in 2003. That's literally the only song I know by them. It's a great song and I'm sure they have other good songs. They're probably a great band, but I haven't heard literally any other song or hit by them.

[@juicysuit7195]

@@SkaMasta097 That's the point though. Just because they only had one hit in your country doesn't mean they only had one hit.

[@StevenTwoTwo]

@@juicysuit7195 Exactly 👍 @SkaMasta097 - If you like IBIATCL you should give some other stuff a go if you have Spotify or anything. Not to tell you what do, just a recommendation. Their songs aren't all like that one, some softer, some heavier, some fun and tongue in cheek, some serious. Great guitar work (including some excellent solos). Many great lyrics too. But yeah, I appreciate your point, but my point there was that they're only considered a One Hit Wonder to some. I accept that they are to people from the US, like yourself, but it doesn't make them unsuccessful or anything like that.

[@jamesthecat]

It's not even accurate, because one hit wonders always 'disappeared' shortly after the follow-up. Like Chesney Hawkes (sorry, but I think he's embraced that since doing the college circuit).

[@mynameischaku]

I like Frusciante's playing, his tone, chord voicing, and the Hendrix influence so it surprised me you would single him out. I have difficulty with Anthony Kiedis. On one hand I love singers that aren't traditional singers like Joe Strummer or Lou Reed, and Kiedis has potential in that way, but they overproduce the hell out of him and pitch correct him to perfection. That defeats the point of having that kind of singer for me and is the worst of both worlds, where someone isn't a great singer, but they aren't adding chaos or excitement with that raw, frenetic kind of energy. Pre the advent of auto tune/Californication I can handle the band more so. Sounds more sincere to me.

[@juicysuit7195]

underrated comment

[@HellAtlantic]

RHCP is my #1 all time fave band, that having been said I’ve grown from being the stereotypical “I love everything they put out” type of fan to someone who can take a step back and review and analyze what they’re doing. At my age now, 44, I don’t need to be called “the biggest fan EVER”, kids do that, so I’m more critical of them (while still saying they’re my #1 fave band). Kiedis’s vocals are atrocious. The inherent problem with his vocals is this - his vocals are meant for a younger man. That chaos, energetic vibe you had mentioned. That chaos doesn’t go well with someone of his age (50+ yr old). So what is he to do? He has to tone down the energy and chaos and the problem is his type of singing doesn’t vibe well with “toned down”. So you get what we have now, overproduced vocals for a singer singing song that doesn’t match his capability.

[@edmanning274]

@@HellAtlantic That's an interesting insight... I might argue that he demonstrated he could sing well (and quietly) on songs like I Could Have Lied. The overproduction never bothered me for Californication and By the Way (although Zephyr Song really pushed it)... but became a bit too much from Stadium Arcadium onwards. But he's definitely terrible live! Still adore them though :)

[@imranp2010]

AK doesn't have the best voice, but it's his vocal melodies makes all the songs.

[@relevantbrother8964]

Love the Peppers especially Slane and Off the Map and i do feel like their live versions trump their studio ones. I'd love the group to have had a rhythm guitarist to fill their sound but perhaps that would lessen Flea's bass influence which is the propulsive fulcrum of their sound. The Josh era was a bit too mellow for me.

[@nudawnfades]

Justin, you have been an utter tonic to me in the last few weeks. I look forward to your 10 minutes or so of wisdom on my return from work each day. And whether I agree with you or not. It really doesn't matter. The entertainment value you provide and the integrity in which you present it far outweighs any insignificant differences we may have. I suffer from chronic tinnitus and although 10 minutes is hardly a scratch on the 24hrs in a day. It's long enough for me to forget about the constant buzz whilst I watch and listen. I thank you for that. Cheers mate. :)

[@davidlynch4338]

I have a question about the theme song for this channel. When you say; "rides again.... Again", do you mean this is the second time you are riding again? Was there a previous incarnation of Justin Hawkins rides again? Is this the sequel to the sequel of Justin Hawkins rides? Jokes aside, your band is awesome. It is nice to see people truly loving music and I find the content here intelligent, funny and quite entertaining. Thanks man!

[@DaP84]

Againception, two layers deep. Good thing he has his Gibson totem

[@bonarjames-oneill2483]

I think it just sounds good

[@davidlynch4338]

@@bonarjames-oneill2483 I think it sounds good as well, just playing around. He's a funny guy, I am just wondering if there is a little joke buried there.

[@crimsonkate8241]

Glad someone else also had that silly thought. In my head this series has been called "Justin Hawkins rides again, again" for some time lol.

[@luna-p]

@@crimsonkate8241 Seconded

[@paulkristovic]

Hello Justin. I enjoyed your RHCP critique. On the subject of John Frusciante's solo playing style and in particular your description of his often lack of expression of the vibrato. My understanding is how a guitarist deploys this levels expression is based on the velocity of strike upon the guitar string accompanied by how they then bend the string in order and let the tone waver as it rings out - Although I'm not an expert I believe this derives from the rhythm and blues school of music. I'm sure everyone will agree that this is a slightly dangerous and sexy sound indeed however. The problem however is that it's such a common thing to do for a guitarist that it's sort become bit obvious and dare I say a bit cheesy. It's interesting to note that John Frusciante style of playing does indeed incorporate this bluesy expressionism (he is a huge fan of Hendrix and RHCP have faithfully covered his songs) however I would say that this lack of bluesy expressionism has become more prevalent in this playing style since he returned to the band in 1999 for the Californication album. I think it's a conscious effort on his part to try and find new ways of playing the guitar in a way that it less 'showy' or bandstanding which in turn makes me think that he's channelling other influences such as perhaps the Punk and post punk guitar playing styles of people like John McGeogh (Magazine, Siouxsie & The Banshees, PIL) or Bruce Gilbert (Wire). Forgive my crassness when I consider this more restrained or angular style of playing as sounding more European. ...Anyway Good work! Thank you.

[@jacksonvega7751]

Bravo

[@XanderMohan]

Good analysis and I think you make some valid points about style and stylistic choices. But that doesn't stop vibrato-less guitar tone sound a bit flat and boring.

[@matthewcox1585]

You're an interesting guy who is creative and highly talented. People lacking their own outlets for creativity can become embittered, I do believe. Peace brother

[@wendygould4476]

I’ve listened to Greta and I can appreciate what they’ve contributing to contemporary music. However, I think your disbelieving expression matches my own. I first heard Zeppelin courtesy of my older brother when I was 10. I found listening to subsequent albums as I headed into my teens gave me a deep appreciation of those important, meaningful, fun life experiences I went on to have. Their music was the soundtrack to my formative years and I thank fuck that it was. Keep on riding your eclectic, unique KZbin channel. We are in need of your delicious enlightenment 💛😊😆

[@jamesthecat]

We're lucky that the opportunistic 'stealing blues songs' charge (levelled at Zeppelin, Stones & others) was kept to a persistent grumble by conventional media. With the weight of social media behind it, who knows what great music we may have been denied?

[@crasheenarino]

I fucking love this channel. You fill a void in my life that I didn't even know was there, Justin. Can't wait to see ye in Dublin!

[@stef2432]

One of the best comments videos, it made me smile :)

[@michaelthompson5296]

As someone who lives for RHCP, what makes fans adore the band is the energy. One can’t articulate it really. You either connect with it or you don’t. But if you don’t that’s ok. I don’t connect with lots of music - but it’s awesome other people do. It’s all good. Whatever turns you on….

[@brettbeale6030]

How’d you learn theory Justin? Love your perspective on stuff! Love the Darkness!!

[@MichaelWatts]

Hi Justin Guitar nerdery strikes again! Love the songwriter deluxe which was originally designed as a riposte following the reinvigoration of Martin’s fortunes with the MTV unplugged series.

[@HelloImNotJohnnyCash]

re: GVF.. I loved hearing them for the first few times.. now I only think about them when they get mentioned *like in this video*. Led Zep- I can rock out to that at any time at any hour and in any mood. and have done for a long many years. I couldnt tell you the name of 1 GVF tune.. but when I hear them.. I do enjoy it

[@PurpleHaze-369]

I think "P*llock" is Pollock, meaning - you're an oil painting

[@Wesley.Deuren]

Which is an absolute compliment.

[@PurpleHaze-369]

@@Wesley.Deuren Exactly

[@jackgambino2687]

Feels like only yesterday I picked up a darkness CD in HMV after reading a total guitar article about you guys. Really enjoying your channel. All the best 🙌

[@cortamelo]

John Frusciante has become a sacred cow because of his work. He goes through phases where he explores different types of playing. Californication indeed is a more “simple” approach but you need to listen to the whole spectrum. A good approach would be to compare different albums. Mothers Milk, BSSM, Stadium Arcadium, Californication, By The Way & Unlimited Love for starters.

[@cojuk7]

I’m a big Frusciante fan, but after thinking about it I agree with you! John even said about himself that he chose minimalistic melodic style when he rejoined. 🤷🏻‍♂️ people get so defensive on behalf of someone else!

[@thisbliss81]

Very true. I remember referring to clapton as slow hand (which is his nickname and I've never bothered to find out why) to a 'friend' that was getting into his music. He took it as an insult lol. And got all defensive

[@friedrudibega6384]

@@thisbliss81 did you smack them?

[@PurpleHaze-369]

I just realised why a lot of people were making a big deal about your shorts in the last video. They must be mostly from the UK, they're not used to shorts because of the cold weather. I'm an Aussie so it's not unusual at all to me.

[@Ethelred77]

😂 The meditation at the end, wonderfull!

[@randomcamerajunk6977]

They changed the actor that plays John frushante in the late 90s. The original John was the best John. Like when they changed the original Peggy Mitchell to Barbra Windsor.

[@TheChadTI]

I don't know he got switched out, nice to see someone who can "see".

[@FacheChanteDeux]

Lol!

[@vincentcollins4444]

Bless you Justin I showed a clip to my daughter visiting from Canada of yr Incident With red eye stones she was Immediately hooked and yr dress Sense going to the Electrician outlet is classic keep it coming thanks 🙏🏼

[@rileymcgill9893]

A player that can make the song better with a solo is hard to find these days. I think that's one thing j.f. is very good at. Whether it's a solo or just one note. All his playing adds to the song and makes it better in my humble opinion. Adding a guitar solo just to have a solo hurts more than it helps to me

[@al1976-v7m]

Mike Campbell of the Heartbreakers also belongs in that category, totally underappreciated.

[@rileymcgill9893]

@@al1976-v7m dude you just spoke to my heart. Campbell is one of my favorite players all time

[@davidcudlip1582]

You know that bit in The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy where Arthur Dent describes a cup of tea to the ship’s computer and it produces a drink almost but not quite exactly unlike tea? The RHCP are like someone’s done that with Fugazi.

[@sarcasmxkate]

The studio version of Californication's guitar solo was very last minute. John just couldn't really find it. And he played so simply because he was just relearning to play after a debilitating drug addiction. Plus, he made the conscious decision to play as a part of a band as opposed to being a showy guitarist. I do think the biggest reason we're so defensive about John is watching him live is a truly moving experience. The man bleeds through his instrument and it's why the Chili Peppers most notable work is the stuff with John. There's a chemistry within those 4 and even more specifically within Chad, Flea, and John that is just magic. Especially live. So, yeah. I guess John Frusciante is the sacred cow because we know what music means to him and how purely he goes about creating it. He's a very rare dude.

[@colinstock325]

I don’t recall Led Zeppelin ever having a hit single in the U.K. If that’s actually the then that makes them a no hit wonder.

[@guybrushthreepwood3002]

They didn't actually release any singles to have a hit in fairness

[@LeRagster]

Dear Justin, I love your musical critiques and words like ostinato make me quite delirious down here at the other end of the county in Clare. I would likely be even more excited if I knew that there was an imminent critique of our noted Suffolk compatriot Shed Eeran. Having said that, I'm not especially keen on listening to his music so if you could keep those excerpts brief that'd be great.

[@johnsharp3459]

you have a realy good way with words keeep it up bud

[@bloke2201]

Cool channel. Feels like reconnecting, in a way. I bought a ticket to see The Darkness in Dublin when nobody had heard of them. By the time the gig happened (October, I think), they had become famous. Great buzz back in '03.

[@andykwolfpunch919]

I bloody love John frusciante... But I do agree some of his solos are really simple! It's his solo stuff that really stands him apart for me.

[@Flamengo1981]

What's the problem in been simple, my friend?

[@karstenpuder3605]

Sometimes simple is better

[@blackwolf4653]

it‘s simple by choice.

[@HellAtlantic]

His solos are understated. His solos are doing what the song needs. If someone was inclined to listen to balls out guitar soloing they can listen to Van Halen. Can Halen’s songs were just what you listened to to get to Eddie’s solos. Frusciante is not gonna let his virtuoso get in the way of what the song needs. I also think that’s why he’s left the band twice before - perhaps he feels he needs to be limited in what he does for the sake of the songwriting that eventually the restrictions he puts on himself gets to him. Granted, we don’t live in a world where rock music is synonymous with “Eddie Van Halen type guitar solos” anymore. And to be honest he isn’t a guitar soloist in the same tier as chops as Eddie Van Halen but yeah, he can do way more than what he typically does in RHCP.

[@andrew6978]

Simple works in a lot of songs, take Scar Tissue for example, a widdly, tapping blues wankfest wouldn't work at all.

[@chrisb8193]

People identify themselves partly by the media they love. Whether it’s music, film, television etc. When someone says something negative about something that person loves, their ego kicks into fight mode and perceives a threat and they feel the need to strike back. There’s a large psychological aspect to fandom. I don’t care if someone calls my favorite band the worst pile of shit they’ve ever heard, they’re making a statement about a band, not ME. So who gives a shit, it’s just music. Also, thanks for releasing videos where you actually give your HONEST opinion. So many people in the media world refuse to say anything negative about their peers for fear of being perceived as being “mean” and losing fans. It’s refreshing when someone gives their honest opinion

[@hobjob9851]

I really enjoy the content Justin. Your commentary is well thought out and level headed, keep up the good work!

[@bigg2791]

I love the early chilies but their new stuff is honking. I have just found your channel and I have subbed. Keep up the good work man.

[@th3unmaker]

I appreciate the fact that you respect the intelligence of your audience, and don't feel a need to give overt signals when you make a joke.

[@kellydean3497]

You seem like you would’ve been great practicing law! Your dissertations are very logical, concise, with a splash of spice😁 I’m so disappointed you’re not coming to Bozeman Montana on your tour! We make the Gibson guitars here!🤠

[@andymarsal]

I'm worried about you Justin.. reading all those negative comments.. might have, well negative effects on you.. although hats of to you.. you seem to be handling great so far 👍

[@mikedefleopard]

That moment of silence was quite healing, Thank you

[@rogeralleyne9257]

I can't stop laughing about the meditation @ the end! I keep watching it over & over😂😂😂🤘🤘🤘

[@brentfitz1990]

Love your videos, Justin. Thanks for the Saturday upload. I enjoy your humor and insight.

[@chrismckenzie403]

You really should check out more John Fruscianta guitar solos. The intro to Live at Slane castle is pretty good.

[@allanikupu6526]

Good Day Mr.Hawkins, I saw that most people have been commenting your start theme and finishing them tune I wanted to ask maybe if you could try using the finishing acoustic tune for the darkness song "love is only a feeling" as it sounds like a good great tune to end your videos I'm a big fan of The Darkness and Love that the band is still together and going strong keep on rocking...👍🏽

[@scottiemccarthy896]

It’s interesting to hear you say John is expressionless in his technique. Now I think about it I agree with you.

[@bendagostino2217]

That's only on the Californication album though, and he played like that intentionally.

[@rbtdoster]

This channel was recommended to me after watching the Professor of Rock interview and I'm glad it was - the channel is funny, intelligent, entertaining, and insiteful. Also, it has made me go and give the Darkness (only knew them from their "Believe in a thing called Love" days and thought it was too cheesy for me) another shot, which I'm glad I did. Pure rock and roll awesomeness and "Lay Low" has been on repeat for the last two days!

[@Mirtguitar]

The best part is how calm you are always :D

[@darrenr9136]

How dare somebody call you a one-hit wonder! You're a two-hit wonder!!

[@jemahl123]

Have to say that Martin should get you on commission on those backpacker travel guitars as I know 3 people (inc me) who've bought them after watching your channel.

[@BrianPremo]

If you’re making people cry, you’re doing something right!

[@JonLucPritchard]

that's what i told my ex gf but she still broke up with me :/

[@blackwolf4653]

so Hitler did something right?

[@LuisCarlosAlvarezRebaza]

@@blackwolf4653 Hitler was a racist megalomaniac wicked prick, but was succesfull on a lot of his goals, so he surely did some things right.

[@BrianPremo]

@@blackwolf4653 Now there’s a snowflake reply if I ever heard one.

[@blackwolf4653]

@@BrianPremo okay Brian

[@rogerpbsmusic]

Road trippin’ got me hooked to the Chili peppers and then later songs like Dosed, Encore, Otherside, Under the Bridge, Midnight, Wet Sand, Police Station expanded my view of them and made me appreciate their depth and beauty

[@jrc96]

do a "reaction" to RHCP live @ slane castle (or parts of it,) see if your view on JF's approach changes, would be interesting

[@jcjulian6862]

you should listen to before the beginning by john frusciante because that is some of the best guitar playing you can get. Keep up the great work!!

[@vandijkmark]

I didn't know I could love a man so blindly and implicitly 'till I found your channel. Thank you for being awesome.

[@beldar5000]

I don't understand the discontent. Frusciante is arguably my favorite musician and I loved your video, and you weren't incorrect about your assessment of his playing, you stated an opinion (which about his playing was actually largely positive with regards to your review) and I guess that's people's issue? What you said about his sound is in fact exactly why I like his style. In his second stint with the band he would consistently reference Bernard Summer of Joy Division/New Order, and it's very clear that this is one of the roots of his particularly style that he expanded upon starting all the way back to John's first solo record in 92. Joy Division/New Order song "ceremony" is a freight train to a song like rhcp's "scar tissue" (both the bass and the lead). That clean, no vibrato or "expression" sound to me is what makes it often such a vulnerable sound. You also know this is a person capable of playing on most any level he would like, but intentionally is choosing this super simplistic style particularly during the Californication/By The Way era. It's also often a balance to the rhythm section which are two people who essentially are also out front as well. He's back in the band. Who fucking cares. Justin, you rule and I love your videos, you're also a fucking sweet guitar player and I like your "expression", you twat (don't know why that was needed but it felt appropriate cause I'm American or something). I saw The Darkness in 2004 in the Detroit area and you guys destroyed and you rode a tiger above the crowd. The light also beamed off your pickups like spotlights, I got a Darkness belt buckle... Amazing memories, amazing time 🤘

[@frazkat1817]

as much as i am a huge frusciante fan, some of his solo work in RHCP is lacking, however his rhythmic work and his solo projects are incredible. other than that i absolutely agree with you, keep it up

[@YoloMcSwaggot]

I mean, nothing against Greta Thunberg and all, but I don't think her body of work trumps that of Led Zeppelin.

[@PickleRickno.1]

How did you come to do the soundtrack to graces amazing machines?

[@ego-solus9051]

Got to be honest, I'm not a fan of the darkness but I do appreciate the musicianship and songwriting skills of you folks. Saying that I love your videos and it's good to hear a talented dudes opinion and ideas. P.s please never never compose a Christmas song again haha.

[@craigmcgill7705]

Justin sorry for being that guy that asks something off topic, but is there any chance you could do a video about how you became a singer, what exercises you done to have such a great range, falsetto… anything at all about your vocal journey. Love ye man x

[@loz1991]

How someone can look themselves in the mirror after writing that last comment is beyond me. If Greta wrote songs anywhere near the level of Led Zepplin then I would have heard of them before Justin did a video on them. Garbage band

[@loz1991]

@Bloom Tik Bloom no I don't actively seek music in genres I have no interest in.

[@leojames1894]

Great channel, Justin. Permission to Land was the first album I ever bought! Just subscribed. Keep 'em comin'!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Cheers!

[@WVMothman]

As a longtime fan of post disco I still enjoy your music for the fact it has melody and a sense of realism mixed with sarcasm. BTW at 5:50 I heard a fart.

[@rossiniogates]

Me too haha I had to check after reading your comment 👍🏻

[@theskidmarkoforion4829]

Same here. Hope Justin opened the windows. 😂✌️

[@loungejay8555]

I thought it was a belly grumble.

[@rossiniogates]

@@loungejay8555 maybe, but maybe a bum grumble too 😂✌️

[@EM-nl8zm]

Yes, but such brilliant vibrato.

[@Rick-jg8vx]

I’ve just recently discovered your podcast Justin. And although we have different taste on a lot of things we have similar tastes on others. What I really like about your podcast is your honesty of opinion coupled with your technical music knowledge and ability. I think a lot of Rockstars would be reluctant to critique other fellow rock artists. For fear of that somehow hurting their career. So I’ll give you credit for the fact that it takes more balls for you to be a critic then a non-rockstar

[@srd8228]

You are getting a lot of votes as a hunk on Facebook.

[@snida316]

That's it. I can't take it anymore. Subscribed. That little glance towards the camera whilst reading the Greta comment got me. As a youtuber you are phenomenal. Experienced, well spoken and bloody charming. As for the Chili Peppers, not once have I ever heard anything interesting from them. Bland as all hell and almost a waste of talent as far as musicianship is concerned.

[@flightcub]

Justin. I was hoping that you would comment on the one concerning and confusing part of the Chili Peppers song. The vocals. We are all wondering what is up with the pirate Irish accent that Anthony has. What are you're thoughts?

[@vadwanuu7825]

🤣🤣🤣 Hilarious as always. If you are elderly then I am positively ancient!!

[@twopointedstar]

Was never a fan of the darkness but your channel is very very interesting. I might give the darkness another go.

[@allenesp]

I saw The Red Hot Chili Peppers live back in the eighties after Freaky Styley came out and they were phenomenal - Heard Blood Sugar Sex Magic and found it really disappointing and concluded that they'd done lost their mojo. If anyone wants to set up a 'The Producers' style money-losing record label I am available to be your A&R man.

[@OullieMcGoullie]

😂

[@daevpaeldruid8200]

You were disappointed with what many consider to be their best LP, and certainly at the time was considered their best to date, by a long way. Perhaps it's not your sort of music.

[@TooleyPeter]

I love this channel. Never change.

[@fenixdelapenumbra]

Love the peppers, love John. Really enjoying your videos. Cracked up with the comment you recieved. Maybe "FunnyKey" needed your validation for liking John's music and felt sad that you don't enjoy his music. The way you responded was very honest and kind. Cheers Justin.

[@randomephemera3268]

I've never listened to your music, and I must admit to resisting you when you first popped up in my feed, but I've come to look forward to your videos.... don't wanna call it anything specific, as you say

[@mitchhewer8422]

I recommend watching the slane Castle gig to get a feel for his playing.

[@jonsubsonic7155]

I love how insecure people get so nasty when others dare to have a different opinion. This channel rocks.... my socks off!

[@cptrobby5700]

The meditation part at the end was brilliant

[@voidoid7810]

Hey man , please check out their earlier albums with Hillel Slovak if you already haven't... Love your analysis and respect your opinions

[@Jared-qq3ss]

Let's all meditate..........l laughed and laughed and laughed....keep doing what you do.

[@lucidchild3398]

My brethren. I really enjoy your cast. Your pod. Dig it intensely. I was also triggered by your description of John Fuscianti. I didn’t disagree with you about his technique. I couldn’t break his technique down with your musical IQ if my life depended on it. However, as an “accomplished” musician I feel if you listened to the solo in “Mexican Maid”, you might see a different side. Either way keep it up mate. Dig your style too. I recently downloaded all your albums and have “Permission to Land” on my list of vinyl yo buy. Appreciate you. ✌🏻

[@rez6541]

Did you ever try putting the 2nd "again" in front for the song? Again Justin Hawkins Rides Againnnnnn"...might flow nice.

[@rickgangi3824]

I agree with your view. The peppers early stuff was frenetic and quirky and super funky and I loved it until Mother's Milk. From BSSM to now they've evolved and settled into a comfortable melodic space with some elements of their early funk sound but that is more "radio friendly" and sells a lot of tickets and obviously albums. Good for them and everyone who likes that.

[@Ben_Hammerclaw]

I really enjoy hearing your honest, genuine, and thoughtful opinions whether I agree with them or not. I especially like diverse points of view in general , even if they don't align with my own. These types of forums promote understanding and an exchange of ideas. I've had views (on bands for example) that have been changed, or revised if you like, and I've had the same affect on others. I wouldn't want to live in an echo chamber, I'd imagine that would be rather boring wouldn't it?

[@kw8757]

Hey Justin, why don't you give us a demonstration of the Frusciante lead/rythm guitar from Snow and demonstrate how simple Johns playing is.

[@davidhouston4810]

I loved the "Moment", Nice touch.

[@exoes2007]

Hahaha that meditation moment reminded me of that video of you been so perfect in Vienna with the guy that threw you beer.

[@ajtownsend44]

@Mr. Hawkins - i'm leaning towards purchasing a VIP experience for a US show in March - can i bring an item for the band to sign? the website doesn't specify :)

[@Michelle-fi9vx]

Where do you shop for your clothes style? It is so different every time!

[@lazarus3068]

I suspected as much regarding the title of the initial Chilies critique,ie.as smart audience draw for another installment .. .. Makes sense,and it was so amusing the way you answered too it,with basically a verbal nod,admitting and playing it down... Hilarious though.. Great pick of a critique subject whether we agree or not. Yes they were quite different from the lot of their time in many ways.

[@PixieintheMainframe]

Justin - Could you do a video on Steel Panther? I'd be really interested to hear your take, especially as I've heard them compared to The Darkness on a number of occasions.

[@handyfake1315]

May I recommend a perusal of Church of the Cosmic Skull? Cold Sweat or Evil In Your Eye.

[@vengefulelf659]

Omg, I love these videos segments!

[@FunkyFellaDaBassist]

Love that "Freddie Mercury style" intro You're doing!

[@josecasao6725]

WHERE CAN I GET THAT AWESOME SHIRT?!

[@josephcardozo4986]

Re: John Frusciante…a lot of what you say makes sense. I was a huge fan of blood sugar sex magik, and in some ways underwhelmed by him as a guitarist for the first couple albums after he returned (independent of whether I like the songs or not). But stadium Arcadium turned my opinion of him and also seeing them live in 2006-2008, and seeing him absolutely shred, and very different style from on the record, made me appreciate why ppl like him so much. Also some incredibly creative solo stuff, tho some of it also just a bit nutty

[@sanjephillips3524]

I don’t play any musical instruments or know anything about music theory, but I love music. All I know, is John Frusciante’s guitar playing and the Red Hot Chili Peppers sounds the best to me, and makes me feel the best and it makes me feel the most emotion. In fact, no band really comes anywhere close to how much I like rhcp. Does what I’m describing count for anything regarding Frusciante’s abilities, or am I just an idiot?

[@hundocraig]

Nice one! Are those Birthday cards being displayed? Cheers☕

[@avalonaudiovisual]

Something I think doesn't get brought up enough when discussing John Frusciantes playing in the late 90s and early 00s is the physical struggles he was freshly dealing with, he really had to change his playing style during that era due to a lot of muscle loss as a result of his years of extreme heroine addiction. His arms were so abscessed by the time he started to get clean that he nearly had to have them amputated. It's a wonder he was able to return to music in the capacity that he did so quickly. Not trying to change your opinion, just some stuff to keep in mind when analyzing his playing style on Californication.