Why The Red Hot Chili Peppers Almost Laughed Chad Smith Away

Beyond The Beat by Jared Linnen

Apr 18, 202400:04:20Music

In the late 80's, the Red Hot Chili Peppers were on the search for a new drummer for the 4th time in their young history. During the audition process, you'd think they'd gravitate towards someone more like-minded in thei...

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