Stadium Arcadium
by Red Hot Chili Peppers
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8.9

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  1. sonjo18
    Aug 7, 2012
    10
    I don't care what anyone says, I hail this album as the best album of all time. It has so many songs on it and they all are great. Usually albums have 15-18 songs and 2,3 maybe 4 are good. Stadium Arcadium has 28 songs and they all are great.
  2. Vampire25
    Mar 31, 2012
    10
    Stadium Arcadium is a musical triumph for the Red Hot Chili Peppers. it's their most creative album they've ever put out. Each track stands out. It's their best album to date and they probably will never make an album better than it. A
  3. Joross
    Apr 21, 2011
    10
    Honestly, this is probably my favorite album of all time, coming from one of my favorite bands of all time.
    Almost every song of the 28 is an instant classic to me.
  4. j30
    Aug 11, 2011
    9
    This might be their best album to date. The only reason I don't give this a 10 is that I think they could do much better. Now that they've perfected their sound I'd like to see them branch out a bit more. This is one of those CD's you put in your car and never take out. It has that infinite repeat ability which is hard to accomplish. I love this album, if you like the RHCP'sThis might be their best album to date. The only reason I don't give this a 10 is that I think they could do much better. Now that they've perfected their sound I'd like to see them branch out a bit more. This is one of those CD's you put in your car and never take out. It has that infinite repeat ability which is hard to accomplish. I love this album, if you like the RHCP's Californication you'll love this one.… Expand
  5. Happymonk
    Dec 9, 2011
    10
    No. This isn't perfect, but so many of the songs on the album are genius. At least 18 out of the monumental 28 tracks are some of their best. But the rest are still great. There are a few Meh tracks, which are mostly found on the second half of the record, but this doesn't really detract from the overall feel and awesomeness of the album. I'd give the first half a 11/10 and the second anNo. This isn't perfect, but so many of the songs on the album are genius. At least 18 out of the monumental 28 tracks are some of their best. But the rest are still great. There are a few Meh tracks, which are mostly found on the second half of the record, but this doesn't really detract from the overall feel and awesomeness of the album. I'd give the first half a 11/10 and the second an 8/10, but you have to understand that the first half is quite simply amazing. It's probably not even the best album they've created (that probably goes to Californication), but because so many of the songs are so excellent it deserves a 10.… Expand
  6. TTW107
    Feb 14, 2012
    7
    I love the whole album, but the thing is, I love almost every other Red Hot Chili Peppers album more than this one. My go to songs are She's Only 18 and Wet Sand!
  7. PitchforkSucks
    Nov 15, 2013
    10
    One of the greatest displays of guitar work ever. To me, the lyrics are way underrated and the long album is just what the Chilis needed. A great album for John to leave on.
  8. foowombats
    Dec 10, 2012
    10
    This is a very ambitious project from the Red hot chili peppers. A 28 track album! And they pull it off, so well! Being only 18, Stadium was my first experience of the Chili Peppers. And it was so massive and awesome, I thought it was a best of album. I love almost all of the songs in this sprawling metropolis of Alternative rock/Funk rock. My personal favourites are Dany California, Snow,This is a very ambitious project from the Red hot chili peppers. A 28 track album! And they pull it off, so well! Being only 18, Stadium was my first experience of the Chili Peppers. And it was so massive and awesome, I thought it was a best of album. I love almost all of the songs in this sprawling metropolis of Alternative rock/Funk rock. My personal favourites are Dany California, Snow, Hump de bump, slow cheetah, especially in Michigan, Tell me baby, Readymade and Storm in a teacup. Yeah...there are a lot of good songs. Charlie is the only song I don't like, and I'm sure that is just personal taste. I recommend this album to anyone, it's certainly in the top 20 albums in history.… Expand
  9. MikeB
    Jul 2, 2006
    10
    I feel that this album is their best work to date. The band really seems to gel on this album. There seems to be no competition on this album, everyone is at their best and each is given a chance to shine without interupting the flow of the track. It's a mature effort put forth by the peppers and it really does surprisingly fill two CD's nicely.
  10. tomc
    May 7, 2006
    10
    listen to it 3 times, the first 2 dont do it justice. great album, they could tour with this and no other songs no problem
  11. DG
    May 9, 2006
    10
    I will admit that the Red Hot Chili Peppers are my favourite band so I was expecting astronomical things from this album. And upon first listen, I wasn't sure how the album fit compared to their others. It seemed a bit mellow, but after listening to it several times I am now able to fully appreciate it. My recommendation is listen to it a few times before discarding it as the same I will admit that the Red Hot Chili Peppers are my favourite band so I was expecting astronomical things from this album. And upon first listen, I wasn't sure how the album fit compared to their others. It seemed a bit mellow, but after listening to it several times I am now able to fully appreciate it. My recommendation is listen to it a few times before discarding it as the same old Chili's. You'll thank me later.… Expand
  12. BenA
    May 10, 2006
    10
    Just like heaven.
  13. oof
    May 13, 2006
    9
    Without a doubt their best album ever. The extended version of By the way.
  14. NickB
    May 10, 2006
    8
    Some uninspriring lyrics and gift-wrapped-singles are offset by a guitarist who is proving to be a master of his craft. Frusciante's riffs are small slices of musical heaven at every turn. Flea continues in the same vein as the past 23 years, indulging in furious finger-slapping, but while not trailblazing, he must be commended for providing some damn fine bass to wiggle our butts Some uninspriring lyrics and gift-wrapped-singles are offset by a guitarist who is proving to be a master of his craft. Frusciante's riffs are small slices of musical heaven at every turn. Flea continues in the same vein as the past 23 years, indulging in furious finger-slapping, but while not trailblazing, he must be commended for providing some damn fine bass to wiggle our butts to. Chad has and always be good. And Anthony.... well Anothony will always be Anthony... More than a few grains of salt needed. A fine, solid album that above all, you will enjoy listening to. While not innovative in any sense, and mostly just a greatest hits without the hits, the album is a must have for any RHCP fan, or just anyone who likes good rock.… Expand
  15. AronR
    May 10, 2006
    10
    It's simply amazing to listen to the first cd and realize thats only half of the greatness that is Stadium Arcadium. Each song follows the previous song flawlessly and the album as a whole is the best thing I have EVER bought!
  16. RobR
    May 15, 2006
    10
    Instant classic.
  17. Krago
    May 15, 2006
    10
    First listen i thought "wow, this sucks", but the songs just keep growing on you. Now i've got 28 new favourite songs. Frusciante is GOD!
  18. CHRISH
    May 22, 2006
    10
    THIS ALBUM IS GREAT a good selection of songs
  19. GrantK
    May 22, 2006
    10
    I can't see how this album can be critisised, I find it impossible to find a flaw. PERFECT ALBUM FROM THE BES TBAND ON THE PLANET.....enough said...
  20. BorisS
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Flea was right... If you do not like this album, you do not like the Red Hot Chili Peppers... And by the way, if you don't like this band, even a little, your missing out a lot... Stadium Arcadium is beyond kickass.
  21. sinang
    May 6, 2006
    10
    best thing they've ever done..
  22. VitoB
    May 7, 2006
    10
    Amazing!!!!
  23. jonesb
    May 9, 2006
    10
    please.................people who don't like this album.........shut up....you have no musical taste....................................why can't you put aside your need to be different for a change and be honest. just accept the fact this is one of the best albums of our time
  24. HamdiM
    May 9, 2006
    10
    Cilli peppers r the best but this album is their 3 best album ever
  25. BertD
    May 9, 2006
    10
    It's a really great album full with collourfull songs, it's amazing how they can fill 2 albums with this. Heads up for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, been there so long.. will be here for long ;)
  26. MitchD.
    May 9, 2006
    9
    Amazing double-album. The few songs that sound poor at first redeem themselves by the end of the songs, especially due to Fruciante's guitar skills.
  27. willl
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    someone got their funk back....
  28. K-Van
    Jun 6, 2006
    8
    I think the critics gave up too early on the new RHCP release. Honestly, I felt the same way after the first few listens, but then great songs just started jumping out at me. Sure the RHCP are not the same band they were years ago. They're a little more mellow now. While I miss their older stuff, this album seriously makes it hard to. Bottoms line: This double disk set may not be a I think the critics gave up too early on the new RHCP release. Honestly, I felt the same way after the first few listens, but then great songs just started jumping out at me. Sure the RHCP are not the same band they were years ago. They're a little more mellow now. While I miss their older stuff, this album seriously makes it hard to. Bottoms line: This double disk set may not be a masterpeice, but it's still better than the majority of albums being released these days.… Expand
  29. MIkeF
    Jun 8, 2006
    10
    awesome
  30. Deppy
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Best album ever....Peppers are great.
  31. Mark
    Jul 17, 2006
    7
    The solos of John Frusciante save this project.Brilliant guitar work.
  32. RedHotFan
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.Red Hot Can't Stop.We love you guys!!!Great work.
  33. MosesR
    Jul 2, 2006
    10
    Great double album..... sums up Chile Peppers..
  34. DanielY
    Mar 20, 2007
    7
    respectable double album tunes are not catchy, not as good as Californication and By The Way overall, not bad
  35. stephiej
    Mar 7, 2007
    10
    awesome funky and shows how developed these guys are! wonderfully "blended" and mixed great job, definitely a prize album
  36. FortuneF
    Mar 29, 2009
    10
    An incredible mix of musical styles, from some of the best melodic rock around in 'Slow Cheetah' and 'She Looks To Me' to rappin' hard hitting funk in 'Storm In a Teacup'. The only odd this about this album is that, aside from Dani California, they chose the worst songs to be singles.
  37. CurtisR
    Oct 11, 2006
    9
    pretty much every song on this cd is good, she looks to me and hey are the two best songs on the cd
  38. SamB
    Dec 23, 2006
    10
    My favourite band so I am definitly biased, but a definite new direction from the Chili Peppers that I love more every time I listen to the CD. Some of John's riffs are so catchy and I am so surprised that there haven't been more singles from this album, torture me and hard to concentrate atop that list. A few OK tracks and alot of very good ones, if you can take the My favourite band so I am definitly biased, but a definite new direction from the Chili Peppers that I love more every time I listen to the CD. Some of John's riffs are so catchy and I am so surprised that there haven't been more singles from this album, torture me and hard to concentrate atop that list. A few OK tracks and alot of very good ones, if you can take the Chili's taking a less edgy stance on their music then definitly buy this album.… Expand
  39. GlenA
    Oct 9, 2006
    10
    If you don't love this, you have horrible tast. Best guitar work ever for the Peppers.
  40. EXplosiva
    May 11, 2006
    9
    It's obvious that RHCP fans will adore this album, so do I ! However, it's true that this is a very mainstream record but I don't get why some people think that's necessarily a bad thing.
  41. colin
    May 10, 2006
    10
    Brilliant. people have to realize that the chili peppers are growing up like any other band. they cant make every album sound like Blood Sugar Sex Magik. This could be the best theyve ever done. This will go down in history as one of the pinnacle rock albums of all time.
  42. JadH
    May 11, 2006
    9
    almost perfect ... great songs include hard to concentrate, snow (hey oh), shes only 18, 21st century, dani california, charlie. and if.
  43. jeffd
    May 11, 2006
    10
    Too bad most americans are sucked into the doldrums of american idol. They do not have the attention spand for this magnificent piece of work
  44. andyr
    May 10, 2006
    9
    Very good album a definite record of the year contender. John Frusciante's guitar really shines on this album, their best yet.
  45. NishV
    May 10, 2006
    10
    An absolutely fantastic album, epic on all scales! This has Chili's written all over it, and every single band member is on top form! John's influence comes shining through on almost every track. Hell, if only this scale could go up to 11....!!!
  46. Bairon
    May 11, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.
  47. OscarA
    May 11, 2006
    10
    An absolute masterpiece of melody. The best album of the Chili Peppers' career.
  48. MariaN
    May 13, 2006
    10
    this album rocks all the way, whoever doesnt like it sucks ass probably, so dont deny that it rocks ass suckers!!!
  49. GurbajR
    May 13, 2006
    10
    This is album is probably one of the best I've heard in a very long time - it's a mish mash of Blood Sugar and Californication, with a hint of By the Way. It's brilliant - people who say it's disappointing after By the Way don't know what they're talking about. Any true Chili's fan would see this album as nothing short of great. Chili's have gone This is album is probably one of the best I've heard in a very long time - it's a mish mash of Blood Sugar and Californication, with a hint of By the Way. It's brilliant - people who say it's disappointing after By the Way don't know what they're talking about. Any true Chili's fan would see this album as nothing short of great. Chili's have gone back to what they're best at, funking the socks of beloved fans!… Expand
  50. ArmusG
    May 13, 2006
    10
    ...so goood. This will be the perfect soundtrack to this years summer.
  51. JasonL
    May 14, 2006
    9
    Good solid new chilli peppers. Am so glad it has no 'by the way' or 'scar tissue' , those songs epitimize the phrase 'top 20 fodder for the 12 year old masses'. RHCP have shown us they that they have abundant talent and don't need to rely on teeny boppers to sell records. Their original blend of funk/rock continues to keep us all hooked. I see this as a Good solid new chilli peppers. Am so glad it has no 'by the way' or 'scar tissue' , those songs epitimize the phrase 'top 20 fodder for the 12 year old masses'. RHCP have shown us they that they have abundant talent and don't need to rely on teeny boppers to sell records. Their original blend of funk/rock continues to keep us all hooked. I see this as a return to form for them, after the last album that seemed to rely too much on mass market appeal.… Expand
  52. Eric
    May 10, 2006
    10
    A brilliant piece of music. They manage to touch on every sound they have used over their illustrious and varied career and the album still has a great flow. Every one of the Chili's is at the top of their game. Anthony Kiedis has never sounded better and the John Frusciante's guitar is flawless. There are some great guitar solos on this album. This is the first double album in A brilliant piece of music. They manage to touch on every sound they have used over their illustrious and varied career and the album still has a great flow. Every one of the Chili's is at the top of their game. Anthony Kiedis has never sounded better and the John Frusciante's guitar is flawless. There are some great guitar solos on this album. This is the first double album in years that isn't full of filler tracks. Every track on Stadium Arcadium has its place. A masterpiece.… Expand
  53. MikeyV
    May 16, 2006
    10
    The Jupiter disc is excellent. If you don't replay Readymade several times your lame. Lots of variety throughout, and two mediocre songs out of 28. For twelve bucks this album is a steal. I can't wait for Lollapalooza in Chicago.
  54. WashingtonI
    May 19, 2006
    7
    The Chilis have exchanged yesterday's frantic bass-slapping energy for today's mid-tempo radio ready guitar brilliance. Yes, the guitar is excellent, but the livliness and willingness to experiment is gone: I've heard this all before. Any other band and this would be OK, but I do not want my Chili mild.
  55. DaveF
    May 21, 2006
    10
    Havnt stopped listening to it since i bought it. Every song is superb and Frusciante is genius. Buy this album NOW!
  56. KevinR
    May 20, 2006
    8
    A good album, but Rick Rubin doesn't ever seem to challenge them.
  57. CathP
    May 20, 2006
    10
    This is way the best Chilis record so far!! Amazing.
  58. Gareth
    May 27, 2006
    9
    At first listen through this is a very mediocre album. It
  59. JonH
    May 30, 2006
    8
    I haven't even listened to this album yet, so I am predicting what I will think of it. I just had to comment about the one review that said RHCP has been crap since Mother's Milk. Yeah, Blood Sugar was a disaster wasn't it? (rolls eyes)
  60. BryanN
    May 30, 2006
    10
    Maybe The critics should listen to the album before they make up there minds
  61. RodE
    May 6, 2006
    10
    This album ROCKS! Fuck the guardian´s reviewer!
  62. Bairon
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.
  63. [Anonymous]
    May 7, 2006
    10
    Loved the Chili's for 18 years and they have surpassed themselves this time.It has everything the FAN is looking for,everything the Chili's have learnt is here.The broad spectrum of music is here and I will go as far as to say this is their best album.Truly fantastic.The magic is back!!!
  64. DaveG
    May 8, 2006
    10
    The more you listen to this album, the better it gets. It's really wonderful. This coming from a jaded indie kid, the Chilis must have done something right.
  65. zacko
    May 8, 2006
    10
    you people dont know what youre talking about. for those of you that say "its not as good as blood sugar" you dont understand the fact that this album isnt meant to be a rehashing of their old material, its the next step forward in their musical careers. This album is ingenious, almost every song has something distinct about it that separates it from anything youve ever heard before. 28 you people dont know what youre talking about. for those of you that say "its not as good as blood sugar" you dont understand the fact that this album isnt meant to be a rehashing of their old material, its the next step forward in their musical careers. This album is ingenious, almost every song has something distinct about it that separates it from anything youve ever heard before. 28 songs is more like an epic than an album, and the fact that around 26 of them are unskippable is a true testament to how hard this bad strives to please their fans and the music world. I am probably one of the biggest chili peppers fans youll ever meet, and this album surpassed even my expectations. Bravo.… Expand
  66. DanL
    May 8, 2006
    10
    An awesome comeback / summary of what RHCP is.
  67. DannyB
    May 8, 2006
    10
    A culmination of all the Pepper's works from the last 20 years, Stadium Arcadium is a double album filled with many highlights that make it possible to listen to it for hours on end without getting tired of it. Standouts include "Snow", "Wet Sand", "Dani California", "Hard to Concentrate", Hump De Bump", "Slow Cheetah", and many many more. Do yourself a favor and buy perhaps the best A culmination of all the Pepper's works from the last 20 years, Stadium Arcadium is a double album filled with many highlights that make it possible to listen to it for hours on end without getting tired of it. Standouts include "Snow", "Wet Sand", "Dani California", "Hard to Concentrate", Hump De Bump", "Slow Cheetah", and many many more. Do yourself a favor and buy perhaps the best album that will come out this year.… Expand
  68. PeterH
    May 8, 2006
    10
    This album pushes funk right back in your face - Its Fantastic. The Chili's on there 9th album have now and have some more chopy an relaxed tunes, down the same line as the foo's did with there double album. Do not forget though its a much stronger album with some fantastic music.
  69. JimiM
    May 8, 2006
    9
    A John Fruciante masterclass. It's awe-inspiring to hear a guitarist who is not afraid to explore the guitar and not just fuck around fast on the fretboard. A concert of an album
  70. Mick
    May 9, 2006
    7
    Not as good as their last too efforts, but their are some good tunes.
  71. Andrew
    May 9, 2006
    10
    Maybe a couple tracks of filler, but on the whole the album satisfies with at least 20 perfect tracks.
  72. billym
    May 9, 2006
    10
    Red hot on the money!! Love this CD. best songs I love so far: 21st Century, Animal Bar, Dani Califonia, Shes Only 18, Hump de Bump (love the percussions!), Storm in a Teacup, Tell Me Baby, Turn it Again (fun), Wet Sand, Charlie, Snow. These are 4 very talented artists!!!!! Awesome!!!!!
  73. LiebeU
    May 9, 2006
    10
    What can you say? It might not be another BSSM, but it is still an awsome album. Though SA is a double, it doesn't sound tired or forced. Soundtrack for the summer of 2006!
  74. MannyA
    May 9, 2006
    10
    'Stadium Arcadium' is absolutely amazing! I love this album, it just keeps getting better and better with each listen. Its rockin, funky, melodic, beautiful, soulful, its everything I've come to love about this band in the 16 years I've been a fan, and so much more.
  75. Jonathan
    May 9, 2006
    10
    The chilis just cemented their legacy as one of the greatest bands of all time. They're the Beach Boys of alternative rock. It's really of that caliber. John Frusciante is apparently no longer human. You can hear it in his fingering on songs like Snow and Turn. His performance on this CD puts him in the same pantheon as Hendrix and Page. Kiedis' lyrics aren't poetry. I The chilis just cemented their legacy as one of the greatest bands of all time. They're the Beach Boys of alternative rock. It's really of that caliber. John Frusciante is apparently no longer human. You can hear it in his fingering on songs like Snow and Turn. His performance on this CD puts him in the same pantheon as Hendrix and Page. Kiedis' lyrics aren't poetry. I don't think they're meant to be. I don't care. He's single-handedly forging a revolution in melodic singing. You give into melody and not be a pussy. The couple of One Hot MInute style tracks like Storm, Strip, and Warlocks aren't my favorites. But that leaves 25 of some of the greatest songs I've ever heard. Only the Chilis could fuse their 2nd era with their 1st to create a song like Charlie. Made You Feel Better is pure bliss. The arrangements on Snow and Wet Sand still have me sitting on the edge of my figurative seat waiting for the last 2 minutes after many listens. When Flea and Chad are in sync, it's perfection. Listen to Torture Me. Get this album. If you can't afford it, get it anyway. Support the greatest band in the world making music today by seeing them in concert.… Expand
  76. WillO
    May 9, 2006
    10
    RHCP at it again. Just impressive stuff. Guys are just living gods!
  77. RobertH
    May 9, 2006
    7
    Hi I have been listening to this band since 1988. Mothersmilk was the build up to the best album created: BLOOD SUGAR SEX MAGIK. Every song on that album speaks volumes of powerfull energy and passion. Everysong flows into one another seamlessly. Anthony voice has changed since then, I think he should stop singing pop melodies. Maybe he should revisit his voice in Blood Sugar Sex Magik. Hi I have been listening to this band since 1988. Mothersmilk was the build up to the best album created: BLOOD SUGAR SEX MAGIK. Every song on that album speaks volumes of powerfull energy and passion. Everysong flows into one another seamlessly. Anthony voice has changed since then, I think he should stop singing pop melodies. Maybe he should revisit his voice in Blood Sugar Sex Magik. Frusciante is at his peak in this double disk. I'm sad that Anthony can't lead like he did in BSSM. I'm not saying he can't do it, I'm saying lost his way abit. Anthony if you perhaps you read this, go back to your roots, skip the ring a ring a rosie crap... Robert… Expand
  78. sir_Psycho
    May 9, 2006
    10
    the red hot chili peppers embarass all other artists making music
  79. mikeb
    May 9, 2006
    7
    Whilest this is the best rhcp album since blood sugar.... it is by no means their best it is just better than the last two dire albums. The main problem with this album is that it is overlong and there is a lot of filler, they could have easily chopped it down to 12 or 13 tracks on one cd. However the album is at its best when the funk of flea is free to mingle with the outstanding guitar Whilest this is the best rhcp album since blood sugar.... it is by no means their best it is just better than the last two dire albums. The main problem with this album is that it is overlong and there is a lot of filler, they could have easily chopped it down to 12 or 13 tracks on one cd. However the album is at its best when the funk of flea is free to mingle with the outstanding guitar work and at times reaches the peaks of higher ground, suck my kiss et al. Worth buying but just remeber to use the programable selectio on your hi fi. One last point tensions within the band seem obvious since on the non funk songs fleas playing is obviously not as enthused as it is on the funk songs and Mr k sounds half hearted on the funk songs.… Expand
  80. PieGood
    Jun 10, 2006
    10
    Puta this thing it was brilliant awesome and i'll forever be singing to it! absolutely brilliant.
  81. JimS
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    Proof that record critics are idiots. Do you realize that 70 for a double record comes to 140%? After you listen to all the other utter tunemania on this, crank the song "Turn it Again" along with "Wet Sand" and, oh hell, the whole two records once again. Sheesh, this is so-o-o-o fine.
  82. blakew.
    Jun 20, 2006
    10
    RHCP are awesome. Not only because they have once again turned out a spectacular album. And its not just that they did it again its that they still make great songs and turn out great music at the same time. And thats waht we are missing now a days
  83. steft
    Jun 30, 2006
    10
    some songs on this CD are just disgusting... blast turn it again and tell me its a bad cd. fruiscantes solo is just dirty. i kinda bought this cd cause i really liked dani california but now i skip that song everytime i listen. i must say songs like SNOW, TURN IT AGAIN, and STORM IN A TEACUP are amazing songs and the rest of the cd is darn good... 10/10... easy
  84. IanSl
    Jun 5, 2006
    10
    Probbably the best album I ever heard. Every song is a masterpiece for itself, if I could I'd give it 20 out of 10
  85. BrianT
    Jun 6, 2006
    10
    This is the most beautiful album, both lyricly and musically, that I have ever heard. It is a materwork. The depth of emotion and musical craft is unparalleled. This is what music should be. This makes me even more discusted with all of the crap on the radio - obviously, there is real talent out there. Unfortunatly, the music industry is too obsessed with counting penny to pick up on it.
  86. matta
    Jun 8, 2006
    10
    I have to say...a couple years ago when by the way came out i was pretty excited but when i bought it i was very dissapointed...So when i heard about stadium arcadium i was a little skeptical. But eventually i bought it and im serious its the best album of the chilis yet. every single song on that CD is great. I HIGHLY recommend this album
  87. TOL
    Jun 9, 2006
    8
    Sometimes you can have too much of a good thing: RHCP have released some awe-inspiring tracks here- John Frusciante's guitar has been set to 'savage' and Anthony Kiedis' vocals are sweet, compelling... But a common theme with the Peppers recent outings is the huge amount of filler tracks- and this is a double album. Random and pointless, they steal the thunder from the Sometimes you can have too much of a good thing: RHCP have released some awe-inspiring tracks here- John Frusciante's guitar has been set to 'savage' and Anthony Kiedis' vocals are sweet, compelling... But a common theme with the Peppers recent outings is the huge amount of filler tracks- and this is a double album. Random and pointless, they steal the thunder from the truly great tracks like She's Only 18 and Dani California. If this was a single album I'd give it around 26 out of ten.… Expand
  88. Timo
    Jul 17, 2006
    9
    20+ Great songs.I don't like Hey.
  89. Robbie
    Jul 17, 2006
    9
    I saw Chili Peppers at T in th Park Festival.ok!!! they are really great.
  90. Bairon
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.
  91. Summoner
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    A double album full of great songs that are all totally different. Great album.Fantastic solos...Excellent work!!!!
  92. Maria
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    One 'Red Hot' Album!!!!!
  93. Adam
    Jul 20, 2006
    7
    I don't think that Stadium Arcadium is the best album of Red Hot Chili Peppers but i believe that it has some hits(expect Dani California) like Snow,Tell me baby,Desescration Smile,Hard to concentrate and Stadium Arcadium.These tracks will work to make this album succesful.
  94. Aaron
    Jul 20, 2006
    8
    Good album... Storm in a teacup really rocks.One of the best songs i ever heard.
  95. Gospel
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    Best thing they've ever done.Oh yes this album is better than Californication or Blood Sugar Sex Magic!!!This album rocks.Amazing!!!
  96. IanP
    Jul 2, 2006
    10
    Just seen the band at ipswich uk. The ticket sales and record sales speak for themselves long live funk rock. chillis are genius. I tried to tell them that at hyde park. Ps you can hear me on live at hyde park shouting genius if you listen close enough.
  97. Marko
    Aug 27, 2006
    9
    "I really like red hot, and have been a fan since the simply brilliant album Californication"- Gustaf. Mate please...need i say more? Since californication? Have u heard of BSSM and Freaky Styley? I only want to read reviews from seasoned chili fans. SA is smooth and i know it will grow on me even more.
  98. margie
    Aug 27, 2006
    9
    This Album is quite amazing and for anyone to say differently hasnt really listened to it or is just not really informed of what a skilled musician is. all 4 musicians on this album shine like they havnt before, except for flea but even he said that your crazy if you dont like this album. its songs like 'We Believe','Especially in Michigan','Hey',and This Album is quite amazing and for anyone to say differently hasnt really listened to it or is just not really informed of what a skilled musician is. all 4 musicians on this album shine like they havnt before, except for flea but even he said that your crazy if you dont like this album. its songs like 'We Believe','Especially in Michigan','Hey',and 'Turn It Again'that make you really appreciate how good this album in and its because of the smooth voice of anthony,the crisp rythms from chad, the mad guitar solos from frusciante and the smooth bass lines that go perfectly with every part of the song. i would have to say that if this album does not do as well as By the Way and Californication that it would be a crying shame. not only is it the fricken Red Hot Chili Peppers, who have been going strong since NINTEEN EIGHTY-THREE,but it is 9 dollars and 99 cents for over 2 hours of songs. so please,those of you saying that this album is absolute rubbish and have nothing to back it up besides 'its not funky enuff' or 'they are selling out' please stop .… Expand
  99. FunkFather
    Sep 30, 2006
    10
    I believe this album is better than Blood Sugar Sex Magic.
  100. MihaiV
    Mar 15, 2007
    9
    Just 2 words: guilty pleasure.
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73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 25
  3. Negative: 1 out of 25
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    Stadium Arcadium ensures that graying Lollapalooza-era fans, indie teens, and rowdy lunkheads will all be satisfied.
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  2. New Musical Express (NME)
    70
    Somewhere along the line the Chilis got sophisticated on our asses.
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  3. NOW Magazine
    60
    Frusciante's guitar work... almost single-handedly saves the project, but not quite.
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