Stadium Arcadium
by Red Hot Chili Peppers
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 1071 Ratings

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  1. SunnyFunkySoul
    Aug 29, 2006
    8
    This album is not Californication. It's not Blood Sugar Sex Magik. It's not Mother's Milk. Thankfully, it's also not By The Way. What it is, like I said, is the strongest parts of each of those. It's melodic, it rocks and a majority of the songs have at least something about them that stands out and will have you hooked. That's the one problem for me, though: This album is not Californication. It's not Blood Sugar Sex Magik. It's not Mother's Milk. Thankfully, it's also not By The Way. What it is, like I said, is the strongest parts of each of those. It's melodic, it rocks and a majority of the songs have at least something about them that stands out and will have you hooked. That's the one problem for me, though: a lot of the songs have a strong chorus melody, or something, but you have to sit through a less than stellar intro or verse to get to it. That's only on a few songs though. The only true filler, to me, would be "Stadium Arcadium", "Warlocks", "Hump De Bump" and maybe 2 or 3 others. However, there are definitely more strong tracks than there are filler. The chorus to "Charlie" is incredible, and "Hard to Concentrate" and "Desecration Smile" are strong, melodic and beautiful. If this were stolen or lost, I would buy it again because its worth it. It may not be their greatest, but when you're as good as the Chili Peppers, failing to meet expectations doesn't necessarily make a bad album. This is certainly a strong album, and it will grow on you.… Expand
  2. Arian
    Aug 29, 2006
    9
    Is this album good? Well, it
  3. HumpDeBump
    Aug 31, 2006
    10
    Stadium Arcadium rocks.
  4. Germany
    Aug 31, 2006
    10
    Amazing guitar's solos.John Frusciante is a great guitarist.
  5. DaveN
    Sep 22, 2006
    7
    This is the CD that is claimed to be "the best CD RHCP has released since Blood Sugar Sex Magik...maybe even the best one ever". Its better than By the Way, but Californiacation and Blood Sugar Sex Magik are better CDs. The main problem with Stadium Arcadium, along with many double albums, is that their is too much filler and this could have easily been one exceptional album instead of This is the CD that is claimed to be "the best CD RHCP has released since Blood Sugar Sex Magik...maybe even the best one ever". Its better than By the Way, but Californiacation and Blood Sugar Sex Magik are better CDs. The main problem with Stadium Arcadium, along with many double albums, is that their is too much filler and this could have easily been one exceptional album instead of two good ones.… Expand
  6. Norable
    Sep 30, 2006
    10
    Amazing album!!!
  7. jamesd
    Jan 1, 2007
    10
    this is the best album i've heard all year and the red hot chilis best since BSSM. and that is a pretty hard thing to live up to. It gets better and better with each listening. essential for any cd collection
  8. FELICITAS
    Jan 14, 2007
    10
    i have been an rhcp fan for 12 years,and i love them to death!!!!!! they are and always will be the bestest band in the universe!!!!!!! i would give my beautiful chili's,a trillion:D *red hot feli peppers
  9. marius
    Jan 8, 2007
    10
    Woderful,nice crazy album
  10. matthiasm
    Feb 26, 2007
    10
    best ever
  11. eskildb
    Mar 19, 2007
    9
    Red hot chili peppers= so great music!! They just get better and better. And Stadium Arcadium, is SOOOOOOOO the best album they have ever made!!!
  12. RockRoll
    Mar 20, 2007
    10
    Amazing. I love the Peppers and the Diversity of the type of songs is mind blowing. Definetly one of my favorite albums of all time
  13. Mithyus
    Apr 5, 2007
    10
    And this, ladies and gentlemen, is the best rock has to offer.
  14. EdS
    Jul 2, 2007
    10
    Yeah they are God
  15. Nadia
    Jul 31, 2007
    10
    John Frusciante rules all. You will *never* hear guitar work as good as this. Cases in point: Readymade, Strip My Mind, Dani California, Tell Me Baby, Turn it Again.
  16. DebbieF
    Jun 29, 2008
    10
    My all time favorite album. Brilliant. Wet Sand, Stadium Arcadium, Slow Cheetah, Hey, Death of a Martian, etc love them all.
  17. jm
    Mar 27, 2009
    10
    One of the best albums ever made, every song is awesome. I have not found this album to be redundant at all, and on the contrary, has a variety of song styles. I have yet to meet anyone that dislikes this album.
  18. Nerry
    Oct 21, 2006
    10
    Amazing album .awesome solos.their best album
  19. Nona
    Oct 21, 2006
    9
    very nice album.
  20. David
    Oct 22, 2006
    10
    John Frusciante is an absolute virtuoso. If there is anybody that could ever be close to Hendrix it's him. Just check out the guitar solos on the Live at Slane Castle DVD and you'll know what I mean. The sound is unique and different from all the other trash mtv and the media throw at us. This is a change and is brilliant. They are not my favourite band, and this type of music John Frusciante is an absolute virtuoso. If there is anybody that could ever be close to Hendrix it's him. Just check out the guitar solos on the Live at Slane Castle DVD and you'll know what I mean. The sound is unique and different from all the other trash mtv and the media throw at us. This is a change and is brilliant. They are not my favourite band, and this type of music is not my cup of tea but I have to still give them a high rating for the effort. A lot of work was put into it. Very creative and different from anything else on the radio. One of those records you can throw on and listen to all of it. 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.… Expand
  21. Nangop
    Oct 22, 2006
    10
    Can
  22. Gang
    Oct 22, 2006
    10
    Must have album for 2006
  23. Nairon
    Oct 22, 2006
    10
    I loved reading the reviews about how bad this album is. hilarious how some people dont know music. enjoy your jessica simpson, milli vanilli, britney spears albums, leave this one to people who love music. I'm hoping this album helps get rid those image before substance "artists"... unless maybe youre not used to people playing instruments? thats when they write there own stuff and I loved reading the reviews about how bad this album is. hilarious how some people dont know music. enjoy your jessica simpson, milli vanilli, britney spears albums, leave this one to people who love music. I'm hoping this album helps get rid those image before substance "artists"... unless maybe youre not used to people playing instruments? thats when they write there own stuff and not have someone else play and write the music and them just sing over it. RHCP are the best band eva there new album is so cool I cant stop listening to Stadium Arcadium,Their best track is gotta be torture me but there are no shit tracks on the album anyway.Many people i have spoken to about this double album are critical of it because it has moved so far away from their work in albums such as The Uplift Mofo Party Plan or Blood Sugar Sex Magik. These albums are great but that does not mean that Stadium Arcadium is less so because it is so different to the style of the earlier albums. The band has developed much since then, most noticably in Anthony's singing style, which was much more rap-based. Do not discount this album because it is different to their others, judge it for its own merits, of which it has many. The majority of the tracks are strong, so much so that i listened to the whole double album first time around in one sitting with no skippings. Undoubtedly there are negatives which come (in my mind) during some of the slower songs which can drag on. But there are many highlights, such as my personal favourites "tORTURE ME""She's only 18" and "Slow Cheetah". Overall this is a very good album from one of the biggest and best bands on the planet and we should hope that they continue making them.… Expand
  24. Fancy
    Oct 22, 2006
    10
    Stadium Arcadium is mind blowing!!! Some of the songs brought a tear to my eye. SUPERB!!
  25. naomik
    Dec 22, 2006
    10
    i really like this alubum.all the songs are very good and well written and also very well played. and i love the red hot chili peppers !
  26. Dyan
    Oct 26, 2006
    10
    In this album John plays some grand solos, Chad behind the drums does a good job here, Flea is pulling out bass line after bass line and Anthony's lyrics and vocals add to the great sound. Storm in a teacup is just fantastic and makes my day every time! It combines the old RHCP with that of recent records and in style. Buy it, dont miss out on this!Their Greatest Album.
  27. Donna
    Oct 26, 2006
    10
    Really great album.Theres not one track that dissapoints me.First of all Dani California is slightly different from their usual sound but still was enough to make me buy the album.With bumping beats on 'Hump de Bump' and the romantic 'Hard to Concentrate'.Storm in a teacup is a great song with the smell of "old" Red Hot Chili Peppers. Jupiter and Mars are equally Really great album.Theres not one track that dissapoints me.First of all Dani California is slightly different from their usual sound but still was enough to make me buy the album.With bumping beats on 'Hump de Bump' and the romantic 'Hard to Concentrate'.Storm in a teacup is a great song with the smell of "old" Red Hot Chili Peppers. Jupiter and Mars are equally great, and I don't think there is a weak song out of all 28. Funky basslines and Great guitar riffs make this album awesome… Expand
  28. MattG
    May 11, 2006
    9
    Awsome album. Another great releas by the Red Hots.
  29. JoeY
    May 11, 2006
    9
    This is album just gets better with every listen. You need to hear both CD's 3 or more times to appreciate its qualities. I dont understand why people slate albums like by the way or californication, there both classics. This album seems to embrace all the different styles that the chillis have created over time and should appeal to Red Hot Chilli Peppers fans both old and new.
  30. Ric
    May 11, 2006
    10
    Great album so far, and it gets better with every listen.
  31. John
    May 11, 2006
    10
    If you are crying because it sounds bland to you after you listened to it once-- ONCE!-- all I can say is, you are a moron.
  32. collinw
    May 11, 2006
    10
    how could you not like these songs. they're all good. so all you guys who think it sucks, you can go jump off a cliff
  33. BoBS
    May 11, 2006
    8
    Give it a chance, nay sayers. This album has something for all. Melodic, hipnotic, guitaric, psychadelic. Listen and be satisfied .
  34. JorgeP
    May 12, 2006
    8
    Not what i expected From the Peppers but still great music
  35. Bruce
    May 12, 2006
    9
    I was unsure at first, but after a couple listens I liked I how I was just getting lost in the music. A few too many songs to get your head around though. It almost seems that RHCP is evolving with my music tastes, so I like it alot.
  36. Alex
    May 12, 2006
    10
    An inspirational album. I feel sorry for the ones who don't see the same.
  37. Ken
    May 12, 2006
    10
    It's simple, no one...no one, has ever made this much music this well... No One... The first time around I would have said it was an 8... But as soon as I put the first disc back in I knew I was so, so wrong. This album is a 10, for anyone who dosnt agree, all you have to do is press play again. It's a lot to take in at once, but it's gold.
  38. Norable
    May 13, 2006
    10
    Amazing album!!!
  39. NateG
    May 13, 2006
    10
    Silk
  40. henry
    May 14, 2006
    9
    Stunning return to the best selling form of "Californication". Alone, each disc of this double serving could have been one of the albums of the year. Combined, the "peppers" have produced a stunning success, the seemingly endless variations on their world-beating funk-rock formula keep the journey fresh and interesting all the way. A brililant album which demonstrates that these rock Stunning return to the best selling form of "Californication". Alone, each disc of this double serving could have been one of the albums of the year. Combined, the "peppers" have produced a stunning success, the seemingly endless variations on their world-beating funk-rock formula keep the journey fresh and interesting all the way. A brililant album which demonstrates that these rock heavyweights are not content with resting on their laurels.… Expand
  41. TMayes
    May 16, 2006
    10
    Great guitar...
  42. BenW
    May 18, 2006
    9
    Jupiter alone is worthy of this rating. It's not perfect because of all the filler, but you can't criticize an album with this many instant classics
  43. JimH
    May 19, 2006
    9
    As gauche music critics for all the piece-of-crap rags that somehow get listed on metacritic (and that are otherwise irrelevant) it is your sworn duty to slag beautifully tuneful killer funk from rock gods who long ago singlehandedly made alternative into mainstream, but the rest of us just love good music - all 28 songs worth of it here.
  44. PooPee
    May 19, 2006
    10
    Dis album was da shit!
  45. NathanR
    May 21, 2006
    10
    RHCP's melodic sensibility just never ceases to blow my mind. Yet another legendary set of songs that could pass for a greatest hits collection if you didn't know any better.
  46. AmandaD
    May 22, 2006
    9
    Stadium Arcadium was a great albulm, but i thought that it could use a few more uptempo tracks.
  47. MichaelW
    May 22, 2006
    8
    I haven't even been able to get through the first disc. I'm trying to absorb everything. This is their most musically accomplished album yet. The amazing melodies will leave your jaw slacken. There is no justification for disliking this album other than boosting your indie "cred" by slagging it. Frusciante has more musical talent in his pinky than the Arcade Fire, Tapes & Tapes, I haven't even been able to get through the first disc. I'm trying to absorb everything. This is their most musically accomplished album yet. The amazing melodies will leave your jaw slacken. There is no justification for disliking this album other than boosting your indie "cred" by slagging it. Frusciante has more musical talent in his pinky than the Arcade Fire, Tapes & Tapes, or whatever other band of month Pitchfork happens to be jocking. I must say the bad reviews for this album are in a word: stupid.… Expand
  48. MusicMaven
    May 24, 2006
    7
    There's way too much material here. The band is tighter than ever, so the excess is expertly played filler, but filler nonetheless. There are no songs here that are going to make anyone forget the best of Mother's Milk or Blood Sugar Sex Magik. But if you enjoyed Californication and By The Way, then this is still a good bet.
  49. karl
    May 25, 2006
    9
    yea it's not the greatest album of all time like some are saying much too hastily. but... it is one of the best to come out in quite some time. don't listen to the bad reviews--for some reason these people cannot understand greatness. even if it's not your style, at least admit they're the most talented band playing today....that much is very very obvious.
  50. ColbyS
    May 25, 2006
    8
    I just listened to Jupiter: it's nothing short of awesome. I don't know what the hell the guy up there was thinking, but I thought the lyrics, though abstract, were still one of the shining elements of the release. Frusciante is crazy good now, Kiedis sounds way less drug-addled and Flea's bass work is still the best I've heard anywhere. RHCP is awesome. Again.
  51. MarkL
    May 26, 2006
    10
    Over the past 15 years RHCP fans have more or less divided into Blood Sugar Sex Magic type fans and Californication type fans. This album fully delivers on both fronts and attempts to bridge the two in a funky yet melodic masterpiece. I especially enjoy the creativity in the bridges of most of the songs, great guitar work.
  52. vidm
    Jun 12, 2006
    9
    their best yet
  53. DaveE
    Jun 17, 2006
    9
    I was skeptical that this would be anything but a trite sugar-coated california rock album, but I was pleasantly surprised by its genuine pop brilliance. This album, along with the terrible Scott Walker album, has taught me the lunacy which is in invariably infused with critical reviews, and I'm feeling the conviction that every critic once in a while needs a hearty bitch-slap to I was skeptical that this would be anything but a trite sugar-coated california rock album, but I was pleasantly surprised by its genuine pop brilliance. This album, along with the terrible Scott Walker album, has taught me the lunacy which is in invariably infused with critical reviews, and I'm feeling the conviction that every critic once in a while needs a hearty bitch-slap to keep their so-called "refined" tastes from being anything but refined pomposity. This goes doubly-so for those jackasses at pitchfork, who cite, among other things, Frusciante's liberal use of effects pedals as a reason for not liking this album. Personally, I agree with those who champion Frusciante's guitar work as the highlight of the album. The only issues I have are with the vocals and lyrics which--though they don't necessarily jive with my ascetic lifestyle, and admittedly feel somewhat contrived--fit the music well and round off the album nicely. This is a pop album and is meant to appeal to a popular audience. We must admit that it succeeds! It lifts your spirits from the mundanity of the everyday.… Expand
  54. kieferh
    Jun 22, 2006
    8
    as most critics reprimand this delightful album, i idle in my chair and indulge in another tranquiel yet intriuging album by the chili peppers...to say the least critics are meant to be critical, but in my view this album clearly exhibits the ubiquitous nature of the chili peppers: inticing harmony within their lucid songs
  55. VanDX
    Jul 12, 2006
    10
    Danilio if you don't like them don't listen them. Great album.I love them
  56. Ronnie
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Great album from a great band.
  57. Fanis
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Greece love this album. ***Gold*** 1st week. ***Platinum*** 2st week. ***5 weeks*** at 1st position
  58. Tony
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    The best album of 00s.
  59. Asis
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    These solos are great.John Frusciante is my hero.
  60. DualForm
    Jul 17, 2006
    9
    I believe Mars is better than Jupiter.
  61. VictoriaF
    Jul 24, 2006
    9
    really good album, a few songs were a bit lacking but generally a really good album
  62. iain
    Jul 28, 2006
    10
    a multitude of songs none are lacking.. maybe the best double album of all time
  63. Marcino
    Aug 25, 2006
    10
    Funk rock or funk metal ? I don't care. What I only care is the good music they've been doing these last years. Even if I could never listened very good the "Californication" album, I'd say that this is one of their (lately) great albums. When I knew that this album was a doble cd, I right away thought about the Guns' "Use Your Illusion" doble cds. But (everyone) had Funk rock or funk metal ? I don't care. What I only care is the good music they've been doing these last years. Even if I could never listened very good the "Californication" album, I'd say that this is one of their (lately) great albums. When I knew that this album was a doble cd, I right away thought about the Guns' "Use Your Illusion" doble cds. But (everyone) had the luck the result was even better that of the guns' cds. This "Stadium Arcadium" could be marked as "money maker", and maybe it is, but it is also a very good funk album. To me , it reminds me a little bit some sound of "Blood Sugar Sex Magik" and something also from "Californication", making it a very good example of good music. About this album , I would also say that , to explain these songs, thay are way different from one to another , and this is the greatness of this album. One song recalled "Blood Sugar...", the other "Californication", and there is another one that recalls the '70s, when the funk began. I really thank this band, because every song is different, and making 28 different songs in one/or 2 cds, is quite hard. To me, they are not kunf metal, they play what they are, they play what they like, and with luck, they play what we like. I really enjoyed all the songs, maybe someone has been made for the radio stations, but they've been made very good, too, at the same time. I was really impressed by the change (and what a change!) of this band, because they could have followed the "blood sugar..." success, but they did not. An example is the title track, when it starts, it looks "californication", but it is even better. Then, "Humb..." looks another kind of song, but later it is a RHCP song, even is a bit different from the rest of (this very same song changes its rythm 3 times, cool!!!!). and "she's only 18" looks like one lost track from "Blood Sugar....", and the chorus is amazing!!! Thanks, guys, keep on!… Expand
  64. Slash
    Aug 25, 2006
    10
    I have been a huge fan of RHCP since I was about 6. I know them well enough to see them live hear John tune his guitar and know what song they will be playing next,since John has come back they have seen nothing but success and this album being the first time they have made at least 3 albums in a row without a lineup change it really shows how well they have gotten to really know I have been a huge fan of RHCP since I was about 6. I know them well enough to see them live hear John tune his guitar and know what song they will be playing next,since John has come back they have seen nothing but success and this album being the first time they have made at least 3 albums in a row without a lineup change it really shows how well they have gotten to really know eachother musically and I have to say this is the best album they have ever done in there 20 plus year career,no Im not just saying this just cause Im trying to support the band I am obsessed with Im saying this cause its true! when Californication and then By the way came out I was really really impressed but still had to say Blood Sugar was still there best with Stadium Arcadium is has all of the sound blood sugar did and by the way or cali all mixed in one but with a new facelift it has thoughs old bass plucking funky songs you old school fans missed(Tell Me Baby,21st century,Hump De Bump, Warlocks) and it has the soft pretty types of songs(Slow Cheetah,Hard to Concentrate,If,Wetsand)and thoughs groovey Hendrix types of songs(Dani California,Turn it Again,Shes only 18,) they have everything mixed in one.With Frusciante(best guitarist out today)killing on the guitar and Kiedis(best frontman out today)sounding and writing the best lyrics of his career where most frontmen at his age start rocketing down hill and losing there voice, you have one of THE best Rock albums by one of THE best rock bands off all time so go buy this album then see them live they will blow you away!… Expand
  65. Samsa
    Aug 27, 2006
    10
    I think this album might cement the Chili's as the best rock band of our time.The sounds on this album range from Mothers Milk, to a blend of Californication and By the way, there's songs with elements off all 3 albums. Anthony Keidis seems to have mastered and embraced his voice. Flea, if it was possible got better, and coupled with chad smith establish a rhythm that makes you I think this album might cement the Chili's as the best rock band of our time.The sounds on this album range from Mothers Milk, to a blend of Californication and By the way, there's songs with elements off all 3 albums. Anthony Keidis seems to have mastered and embraced his voice. Flea, if it was possible got better, and coupled with chad smith establish a rhythm that makes you wish you were half naked on the beach with a beer. However it's John Fruciante's sometimes almost Hendrix like guitar play that steals the spot light on this album. All in all, I can say definitively that it is their best album, and that's saying alot. Definately worth the buy. Enjoy.… Expand
  66. NoComments
    Aug 27, 2006
    10
    John Frusciante is the best guitarist of this century.Amazing guitar work.
  67. DumpandDumper
    Aug 27, 2006
    9
    To quote Flea, "If you don't like this record you don't like red hot chili peppers full stop." So it's time for these people who claim to be fans but aren't happy to put up or shut up. Sure 28 tracks is a lot to wade through at once but if one wades through this album piece by piece each track puts out it's own beautiful vibe, wheteher or not the listener has the To quote Flea, "If you don't like this record you don't like red hot chili peppers full stop." So it's time for these people who claim to be fans but aren't happy to put up or shut up. Sure 28 tracks is a lot to wade through at once but if one wades through this album piece by piece each track puts out it's own beautiful vibe, wheteher or not the listener has the temperement or musical knowledge to appreciate or not is circumstantial. But if you are a pappers fan just having one listen will give you at least half a dozen tracks that immediatly stick you and you want to keep. To the argument that the album is totally radio friendly, bollocks! I'm sure charlie or Humde de bump or warlocks or death of a martian could be played for a trendy radio audience.… Expand
  68. SanDiego
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    I think the album is pretty great, something i'm definstelly gonna grow into. Too much material to deal with right now.
  69. Download
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    I had very expectations of this album from the moment I found out that RHCP were making out a new album a few months ago. I have been a fan of this band since I could remember, their album releases are one of the only times I really look forward to going to the record store. This particular album is by far the best of the RHCP's career. It features 4 musicians that are each I had very expectations of this album from the moment I found out that RHCP were making out a new album a few months ago. I have been a fan of this band since I could remember, their album releases are one of the only times I really look forward to going to the record store. This particular album is by far the best of the RHCP's career. It features 4 musicians that are each individually, at the top of their game and the industry. All members of the band are shining to full potential: Antony is controlling the vocals as only he could, Chad is holding down the beat with perfection, Flea is the best bass player out right now or even ever, and John is etching his name into the best guitarist of all time statue. Their are so many different levels of genius in this album that anyone that does not listen to this album will miss out on an album that will eventually become the pinnacle of this era. A true work of art that any listener will see as simply put in one word, beautiful. The hype is justified, this band has just concreted itself into history. I cannot believe that this music was once nothing and now it is out of this world, as the title of the discs implies. Listen and you will also be a believer.… Expand
  70. Kostas
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    It's amazing to see an album of this quality rise from so many years of releases... some of which i'm sure most will agree were average at best.
  71. Bairon
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.
  72. Cox
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    The lyrics are amazing. They are meaningful, fun, sometimes random (not often though) Anthony Kiedis is the best. The Red Hot Chili Peppers couldn't have a better guy for the singing.
  73. HumpDeBump
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    Stadium Arcadium rocks.
  74. Zanko
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    The bands I like at the moment are heavy, loud and dark.The sound of the Red Hot Chili Peppers is amazing. Their songs I believe have taken rock music to the next level. The music they write really comes from the heart and expresses their true inner feelings about the world around them. This group has many talented people especially their bassist. They are very original. My musical tastes The bands I like at the moment are heavy, loud and dark.The sound of the Red Hot Chili Peppers is amazing. Their songs I believe have taken rock music to the next level. The music they write really comes from the heart and expresses their true inner feelings about the world around them. This group has many talented people especially their bassist. They are very original. My musical tastes now though would not be present without the band Red Hot Chili Peppers. That is fact. I loved Blood Sugar, By the Way, Californication was gd too, Freaky Styley extremly random, and Mothers Milk, which I thought was a stroke of genius. Stone Cold Bush, wotta song. So Since By the Way I had gone from Linkin Park to Trivium and Avenged Sevenfold, so now I wait for the Chilis, hoping that they will not be the cutsy light stuff that By The Way had become since my musical tastes enhanced. Dani California blew me off my seat personally. I liked the fact they heavied it up a bit but retained the chiliness. I had to buy the album. And soon into it I realised this was really gd well written music. Hey Oh, amazing, Charlie funkeriffic, it was gd to hear blood sugar was creeping somewhere into the album. Stadium Arcadium, beautiful song, really touching and agen, amazingly crafted. Jupiter perhaps losing its energy after about song 11 or 12 but still very decent. It took me a longer while to get into Mars I must say, but normally the best albums are the ones that take the longest to get into, then once u do its a bit gobsmacking. This definitley happened to me with Mars. I think I prefer it, it doesnt lose its energy til the very very end, and with songs like Storm in a Tea cup and Readymade, you shouldnt be surprised. The sound is typical chili's, like one reviewer said. The strongest parts of Blood Sugar, Californication, and By The Way in two albums with a bit of a leap onwards as well. It doesnt get the 10 because, there is something missing, I really don't know what. There just is, its probably the unnecessary hype, the chilis are about honesty and experience, we dont need to go crazy, the album seems not to live 100% to expectations, 90% for me though. MAybe they could have done a Foo Fighters, just 10 songs per disc? Then you would have 20 songs of pure energy, there are definitley some songs, great as they are, that still might have made the albums lose their energy.Anthony Kiedis. What a man. He knows how to write a good lyric. No matter how the Chilis progress with the guitars or bass, the lyrics will be amazing all the time. Sexy, clever and crazy. Never fault Kiedis. He makes amazingly catchy singing tunes as well. Love the guy, so does my mom and my sister!The lyrics are catchy and are very true. I can, and probably many of you as well, can relate to the music at a personal level. The lyrics to their songs really draw me into their music. Their singer and back up vocalists are amazing and have wonderful voices.… Expand
  75. Danzig
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    The Red Hot Chili Peppers are undoubtedly the biggest band in the world right now. Having already released two greatest-hits albums containing countless hits, I wasn't sure they'd be able to create a gem like this.This album is the "Revolver" of the 21st century. It's completely unique, and this aformentioned uniquity to the Chili Peppers' music has failed to become The Red Hot Chili Peppers are undoubtedly the biggest band in the world right now. Having already released two greatest-hits albums containing countless hits, I wasn't sure they'd be able to create a gem like this.This album is the "Revolver" of the 21st century. It's completely unique, and this aformentioned uniquity to the Chili Peppers' music has failed to become mainstream until the release of "Stadium Arcadium." The band's musical ability was simply sensational in this album, and the Peppers went all out for this one. Not only was Frusciante's guitar incredible in songs like "Snow (Hey Oh)," but he also played blistering solos in "Dani California" and "Readymade" to name a couple. The rhythm section of the Chili Peppers is the reason I keep coming back, however. THe combination of Chad Smith's incredible drumming and Flea's godlike bass playing is what holds the music together every single track. Chad's drumming in "Stadium Arcadium" and "Hump de Bump" are highlights. Flea's bass playing... wow. His basslines in "Tell Me Baby," "She's Only 18," and "Warlocks" are memorable gemstones of the album. However, I must say Flea's most magnificent work to date is "Hump de Bump." Yes, I said it... best work to date. This song was by far the highlight of the album for me. "Hump de Bump" has an easy yet catchy guitar riff, sweet drum beat, and Flea's bass thumbing during the verse is simple but excellent. Once the chorus comes through, Flea goes wild with an absolutely orgasmic bass line that shows what the Chili Peppers are truly about and makes the song the highlight of the disc for many people, not just myself. All in all, the highlights of the album are "Stadium Arcadium," "Tell Me Baby," "She's Only 18," "Readymade," and, of course, the funk smash "Hump de Bump. Their new album is entitled "Stadium Arcadium," and it's utterly brilliant. The sound of the album is great. John Frusciante's guitar playing is heavenly; Frusciante is easily the Clapton of the 21st century. His solos in "readymade," "Dani California," and "21st Century" are simply dazzling and incredible. Chad Smith's drumming only continues to improve. Smith's percussion is amazing on this album, especially in songs like "Hump de Bump" and "Warlocks." And then there was Flea. Don't even get me started on Flea. This man is AMAZING. Hell, amazing is a major understatement. Flea's bass playing is, has been, and always will be the most recognized and popular foundation to the Chili Peppers music since day one. Flea's virtuous bass playing shows a few different styles in this album. Slower songs like "She's Only 18" and "Charlie" show that he can play a mean bass riff without having to go crazy. However, there are several other songs on the album where Flea really gets to let loose and let his bass to the talking. Songs such as "Warlocks," "Tell Me Baby," and the incredible bassline in "Hump de Bump" remind people just how incredible Flea really is. I honestly think that Flea could possibly be the best bass player in the world right now.… Expand
  76. Rock_on
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    Stadium Arcadium is their best album and one of the best albums of 00s.
  77. Respect
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    John Frusciante is a god.Fuck you bad reviewers ,just fuck you!!! hahahaha.Assholes hahaha.
  78. FleaFleaFlea
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    Flea what a guy?Flea is one of the best bassists around in the history of music and he can play the bass so well that it is just amazing and if you want like really good bass look up Red Hot Chili Peppers for bass tabs.
  79. Noble
    Aug 31, 2006
    10
    Great album
  80. NathanD
    Feb 21, 2007
    7
    Don't get me wring I am a huge chilli peppers fan, but this is there worst work ever. I miss what the the chili peppers really stood for FUNK. It seems that they are try to turn way to main stream and it made the album not that satisfatory. even togh this album doesnt have the funk i want there was still some but not eniugh. I wish they would make another BSSM
  81. tristant
    Apr 23, 2007
    10
    If you can survive this long in the music business and still be kicking it,it can only be one band and thats the chillis. take a bow!!!!
  82. HumpDeBump
    Nov 28, 2008
    10
    Stadium Arcadium rocks.
  83. helpushelpus
    Nov 28, 2008
    10
    The band has developed much since then, most noticably in Anthony's singing style, which was much more rap-based. Do not discount this album because it is different to their others, judge it for its own merits, of which it has many. The majority of the tracks are strong, so much so that i listened to the whole double album first time around in one sitting with no skippings. The band has developed much since then, most noticably in Anthony's singing style, which was much more rap-based. Do not discount this album because it is different to their others, judge it for its own merits, of which it has many. The majority of the tracks are strong, so much so that i listened to the whole double album first time around in one sitting with no skippings. Undoubtedly there are negatives which come (in my mind) during some of the slower songs which can drag on. But there are many highlights, such as my personal favourites "tORTURE ME""She's only 18" and "Slow Cheetah". Overall this is a very good album from one of the biggest and best bands on the planet and we should hope that they continue making them.This is a change and is brilliant. They are not my favourite band, and this type of music is not my cup of tea but I have to still give them a high rating for the effort. A lot of work was put into it. Very creative and different from anything else on the radio. One of those records you can throw on and listen to all of it. 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.The band's musical ability was simply sensational in this album, and the Peppers went all out for this one. Not only was Frusciante's guitar incredible in songs like "Snow (Hey Oh)," but he also played blistering solos in "Dani California" and "Readymade" to name a couple. The rhythm section of the Chili Peppers is the reason I keep coming back, however. THe combination of Chad Smith's incredible drumming and Flea's godlike bass playing is what holds the music together every single track. Chad's drumming in "Stadium Arcadium" and "Hump de Bump" are highlights. Flea's bass playing... wow. His basslines in "Tell Me Baby," "She's Only 18," and "Warlocks" are memorable gemstones of the album. However, I must say Flea's most magnificent work to date is "Hump de Bump." Yes, I said it... best work to date. This song was by far the highlight of the album for me. "Hump de Bump" has an easy yet catchy guitar riff, sweet drum beat, and Flea's bass thumbing during the verse is simple but excellent. Once the chorus comes through, Flea goes wild with an absolutely orgasmic bass line that shows what the Chili Peppers are truly about and makes the song the highlight of the disc for many people, not just myself. All in all, the highlights of the album are "Stadium Arcadium," "Tell Me Baby," "She's Only 18," "Readymade," and, of course, the funk smash "Hump de Bump. Their new album is entitled "Stadium Arcadium," and it's utterly brilliant. The sound of the album is great. John Frusciante's guitar playing is heavenly; Frusciante is easily the Clapton of the 21st century. His solos in "readymade," "Dani California," and "21st Century" are simply dazzling and incredible.I loved Blood Sugar, By the Way, Californication was gd too, Freaky Styley extremly random, and Mothers Milk, which I thought was a stroke of genius. Stone Cold Bush, wotta song. So Since By the Way I had gone from Linkin Park to Trivium and Avenged Sevenfold, so now I wait for the Chilis, hoping that they will not be the cutsy light stuff that By The Way had become since my musical tastes enhanced. Dani California blew me off my seat personally. I liked the fact they heavied it up a bit but retained the chiliness. I had to buy the album. And soon into it I realised this was really gd well written music. Hey Oh, amazing, Charlie funkeriffic, it was gd to hear blood sugar was creeping somewhere into the album. Stadium Arcadium, beautiful song, really touching and agen, amazingly crafted. Jupiter perhaps losing its energy after about song 11 or 12 but still very decent. It took me a longer while to get into Mars I must say, but normally the best albums are the ones that take the longest to get into, then once u do its a bit gobsmacking. This definitley happened to me with Mars.This album is at once as melodic as By The Way, and as funky as Blood Sugar Sex Magic (ok, maybe not that funky, but I swear … Expand
  84. KasenKasen
    Nov 28, 2008
    10
    After the return of John Frusciante (1998) Red Hot Chili Peppers never deceive you with a mediocre or a bad album.The sound of the Red Hot Chili Peppers is amazing. Their songs I believe have taken rock music to the next level. The music they write really comes from the heart and expresses their true inner feelings about the world around them. This group has many talented people After the return of John Frusciante (1998) Red Hot Chili Peppers never deceive you with a mediocre or a bad album.The sound of the Red Hot Chili Peppers is amazing. Their songs I believe have taken rock music to the next level. The music they write really comes from the heart and expresses their true inner feelings about the world around them. This group has many talented people especially their bassist. They are very original. My musical tastes now though would not be present without the band Red Hot Chili Peppers. That is fact. I loved Blood Sugar, By the Way, Californication was gd too, Freaky Styley extremly random, and Mothers Milk, which I thought was a stroke of genius. Stone Cold Bush, wotta song. So Since By the Way I had gone from Linkin Park to Trivium and Avenged Sevenfold, so now I wait for the Chilis, hoping that they will not be the cutsy light stuff that By The Way had become since my musical tastes enhanced. Dani California blew me off my seat personally. I liked the fact they heavied it up a bit but retained the chiliness. I had to buy the album. And soon into it I realised this was really gd well written music. Hey Oh, amazing, Charlie funkeriffic, it was gd to hear blood sugar was creeping somewhere into the album. Stadium Arcadium, beautiful song, really touching and agen, amazingly crafted. Jupiter perhaps losing its energy after about song 11 or 12 but still very decent. It took me a longer while to get into Mars I must say, but normally the best albums are the ones that take the longest to get into, then once u do its a bit gobsmacking. This definitley happened to me with Mars. I think I prefer it, it doesnt lose its energy til the very very end, and with songs like Storm in a Tea cup and Readymade, you shouldnt be surprised. The sound is typical chili's, like one reviewer said. The strongest parts of Blood Sugar, Californication, and By The Way in two albums with a bit of a leap onwards as well.This particular album is by far the best of the RHCP's career. It features 4 musicians that are each individually, at the top of their game and the industry. All members of the band are shining to full potential: Antony is controlling the vocals as only he could, Chad is holding down the beat with perfection, Flea is the best bass player out right now or even ever, and John is etching his name into the best guitarist of all time statue. Their are so many different levels of genius in this album that anyone that does not listen to this album will miss out on an album that will eventually become the pinnacle of this era. At first listen, some of the songs I wasn't feeling all that well. For example: Hump de Bump, it has more funk style to it and I guess that turned me off, but then I listened to it more and tended to like it a little bit better. I think with 28 songs and a double disc, it's hard to like every single one.… Expand
  85. BrunoS.
    Mar 11, 2009
    10
    It's great! For sure, Stadium Arcadium is one of the best albums from Red Hot Chili Peppers.
  86. fabiang
    Dec 26, 2006
    10
    Best Band Ever
  87. AEOlson
    Dec 29, 2006
    7
    It suffers from double album syndrome, it's not all that innovative, and the Peppers can be predictable at times. All that said, theres a lot of good songs between the two discs and it's a solid release, just not "album of the year."
  88. Mike
    Dec 31, 2006
    10
    What an excellent album!!! All of the tracks have something in them! Get this Album!!!
  89. skyminster
    May 20, 2012
    10
    Stadium arcadium is an awesome album, it's the best red hot chili peppers album ever! The first disk is probably better than the second disk. Disk 1: 11/10. Disk 2: 10/10. Overall as an album: 10/10. If you like red hot chili peppers, either get this album or listen to it!
  90. Santi_RHCP
    Mar 15, 2012
    10
    Their best album up to date. A total masterpiece. It will be really hard for them to make another disc as good as this one. This is the reason i fell in love with RHCP
  91. Squidibly
    May 28, 2013
    10
    The Red Hot Chili Peppers a band that has managed to make great Rock n Roll music since the 80's. This is one of the few bands to make it big in the 90's and continue to make beautiful music in the 2000's. Making a two disc album isn't that common but it does happen and when it does it's very hard to make the whole thing a masterpiece but that is not the case with this record. StadiumThe Red Hot Chili Peppers a band that has managed to make great Rock n Roll music since the 80's. This is one of the few bands to make it big in the 90's and continue to make beautiful music in the 2000's. Making a two disc album isn't that common but it does happen and when it does it's very hard to make the whole thing a masterpiece but that is not the case with this record. Stadium Arcadium is an album with 28 perfect songs. It's obvious that all four of the Chili Peppers know what their doing when it comes to making music. I don't need to go into a song analysis because i truly love each and every song on this album. I don't care who you are if you have yet to listen to this masterpiece you are making a huge mistake. I give Red Hot Chili Peppers "Stadium Arcadium" a perfect 10 out of 10… Expand
  92. RobertN
    Jul 15, 2013
    7
    An underrated album for sure. Although not every song on the album is perfect (or at all good), it makes up for it with amazing and memorable songs which are sure to become some of your favourites.
  93. AlekhyaDas
    Nov 26, 2013
    10
    haters please buzz off !!
    simply amazing track :)
    Red Hot Chili Peppers _/_ Stadium Arcadium was pretty good. I mean, I bought this when it came out. It wasn't one of their best works due to the fact they went a little soft in this album. I mean, they played the softness pretty well I believe in "Californication", but that is it I believe. I just think they should get back to making    haters please buzz off !!
    simply amazing track :)
    Red Hot Chili Peppers _/_
    Stadium Arcadium was pretty good. I mean, I bought this when it came out. It wasn't one of their best works due to the fact they went a little soft in this album. I mean, they played the softness pretty well I believe in "Californication", but that is it I believe. I just think they should get back to making music that was like Blood Sugar Sex Magik. That album was AMAZING     … Expand
  94. PHJ
    Sep 25, 2014
    9
    Superb from Dani California to Hey, Stadium Arcadium is one of the (if no the) best album that RHCP ever made, with creative lyrics combined with a great funky rhythm, Stadium Arcadium is an easy 9/10 album.
  95. BrianDiAl
    Dec 30, 2013
    9
    28 Tracks, they got the quality and the quantity. I like the album because every one ine the band is in a good situation, no hard drugs or other. And I felt that because of that the produced an album of great quality.
  96. SillyClassyNerd
    Sep 29, 2014
    10
    Stadium Arcadium is the Red Hot Chili Peppers essence, snatching everything with critical, sexual and descriptive lycris from our lovely California, the funky lords, the funky legends, the funky heroes, Red Hot Chili Peppers just won me, again, masterpiece album.
  97. thegetaway
    Apr 15, 2021
    10
    The band's most ambitious album, that perfectly captures a similar energy to that of the band's live performances, as well as their eclectic nature. Truly, a masterwork.
  98. DevinEYounanian
    Aug 20, 2016
    10
    This is the album that got me into rock music and to playing guitar! The guitar is incredible here as well as the song writing . The songs that standout to me were Readymade, Snow, Wet Sand, Turn it Again, Dani California and Torture Me. Not a single song I didn't enjoy!
  99. jontybanks98
    Mar 26, 2017
    8
    I can imagine that the release of a 28-song album would've got Red Hot Chili Peppers fans absolutely hyped. Despite there being so many songs, the album is surprisingly consistent. Very impressive as a whole!
  100. pinkenigma
    Oct 3, 2017
    10
    I love both Mars and Jupiter. RHCP is always creative in the compositions, however this album evidences this in a very special way that changed my life.
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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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