Red Hot Chili Peppers's 1983 Concert History

The Red Hot Chili Peppers is an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1982. Their music incorporates elements of alternative rock, funk, punk rock and psychedelic rock. The band consists of co-founders Anthony Kiedis (lead vocals) and Flea (bass), as well as drummer Chad Smith, and guitarist John Frusciante, the latter of whom has been in the band across three stints. With over 100 million records sold worldwide, the Red Hot Chili Peppers are one of the best-selling bands of all time.

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Sparks / Red Hot Chili Peppers on Oct 11, 1983 [352-small]

Sparks / Red Hot Chili Peppers
Oct 11, 1983
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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2023 69 concerts
2022 60 concerts
2021 4 concerts
2020 2 concerts
2019 23 concerts
2018 10 concerts
2017 102 concerts
2016 88 concerts
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2014 12 concerts
2013 41 concerts
2012 111 concerts
2011 49 concerts
2010 3 concerts
2009 1 concert
2007 64 concerts
2006 108 concerts
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2004 26 concerts
2003 96 concerts
2002 54 concerts
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1999 62 concerts
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1996 44 concerts
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


Where and when did the Red Hot Chili Peppers form?

Red Hot Chili Peppers was formed in Los Angeles in 1983. The four founding members were lead vocalist Anthony Kiedis, bassist Flea (born Michale Peter Balzary), guitarist Hillel Slovak, and drummer Jack Irons. Before settling on the name “Red Hot Chili Peppers,” they performed as “Tony Flow and the Miraculously Majestic Masters of Mayhem” at the Rhythm Lounge.

Who is in the Red Hot Chili Peppers?

The Red Hot Chili Peppers was originally formed by Kiedis, Flea, Slovak, and Irons in 1983. However, Slovak and Irons quit shortly after the band began. They were then replaced by Cliff Martinez and Jack Sherman.

Slovak rejoined in 1985 when Sherman was fired while Irons returned after Martinez was fired in 1986. In 1988, Slovak died of a heroin overdose, pushing Irons into a depression that caused him to quit the band.

John Frusciante and Chad Smith joined in 1988. Frusciante left in 1992, returned in 1998, left again in 2009, and then rejoined in 2019. Smith, however, has remained the band’s permanent drummer since 1988 while Kiedis and Flea have remained since starting the band in 1983.

Who in the Red Hot Chili Peppers has died?

Jack Sherman — the guitarist who replaced Hillel Slovak on their debut album — died on August 18, 2020, due to a heart attack at his home in Savannah, Georgia. Additionally, Slovak died on June 25, 1988 from a heroin overdose.

Why did John Frusciante leave the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 1992?

John Frusciante became overwhelmed and uncomfortable with the sudden popularity they were getting, and he abruptly left the band while they were on tour in 1992. He was replaced by Dave Navarro.

What Red Hot Chili Peppers Album was Dave Navarro on and why did he leave the band?

After John Frusciante left the group in 1992, he was replaced by Dave Navarro, who perfromed guitar and backing vocals on the Red Hot Chili Peppers’s sixth full-lenth album One Hot Minute. According to Anthony Kiedis, Navarro left because of creative differences with the band but called it a “mutual parting.”

When did John Frusciante return and why did he leave again in 2009?

When Dave Navarro parted with the group in 1998, John Frusciante decided to return to the group. He left again in 2009 saying that he wasn’t in the right place “mentally,” and he was an “imbalanced mess.”

How old are the members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers?

Members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers are all around the same age:

  • Anthony Kiedis is 61 years old and was born on November 1, 1962.
  • Flea is 61 years old and was born on October 16, 1962.
  • John Frusciante is 54 years old and was born on March 5, 1970.
  • Chad Smith is 62 years old and was born on October 25, 1961.

How long is a Red Hot Chili Peppers concert?

A normal Red Hot Chili Peppers Concert usually runs from 1.5 to 2 hours.

How much are Red Hot Chili Peppers tickets?

You can get a Red Hot Chili Peppers ticket for as low as $89 with an average price of $178.

How many concerts has Red Hot Chili Peppers had?

Red Hot Chili Peppers has had 1,778 concerts.

What genre is Red Hot Chili Peppers?

Red Hot Chili Peppers is most often considered to be Rock, Indie Rock, Alternative Rock, Pop Rock, Alternative, Psychedelic Rock, Funk, Heavy Metal, Permanent Wave, Rap Rock, Funk Rock, Funk Metal, and Tribute.

When is the next Red Hot Chili Peppers concert?

The next Red Hot Chili Peppers concert is on May 18, 2024 at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.

When was the last Red Hot Chili Peppers concert?

The last Red Hot Chili Peppers concert was on March 02, 2024 at Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, United States. The bands that performed were: Red Hot Chili Peppers / ALEXSUCKS / Irontom.

What setlist does Red Hot Chili Peppers play live?

The songs that Red Hot Chili Peppers performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the March 02, 2024 concert at Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, United States:

  1. Intro Jam
  2. Can't Stop
  3. Scar Tissue
  4. Aquatic Mouth Dance
  5. Snow ((Hey Oh))
  6. Otherside
  7. Danny's Song
  8. Eddie
  9. Right on Time
  10. Don't Forget Me
  11. Californication
  12. Black Summer
  13. By the Way
  14. Under the Bridge
  15. Give It Away

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