In some ways, the 90s start here. While Def Leppard were part of the old guard, the Red Hot Chili Peppers represent the beginning of the new (Nirvana, Pearl Jam etc).
The RHCP have had a history of changing lineups (they have had more lead guitarists than albums…) but with BSSM, the second of the albums they made with John Fruisciante, they really hit their stride.
Lead single (Under the Bridge) is a bit of a Trojan Horse for this album. It’s a great ballad, but it doesn’t represent the funk/rap hybrid that is the RHCP stock in trade.
While BSSM is often cited as their best album (I personally prefer Californication), it is not without its flaws. There is a bit of filler here (it could have done with a bit of judicious pruning), but for the most part there are some really great songs on here. Give It Away, Breaking the Girl, Suck My Kiss, and the previously mentioned Under the Bridge are all songs that I’ll never tire of listening to.
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