Stadium Arcadium
by Red Hot Chili Peppers
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 1071 Ratings

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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. Ricko
    Apr 11, 2012
    5
    If you took the best 12 or 13 songs from this sprawling double record, you'd still have a pretty dull, funk rock affair. There are half a dozen good songs, another half dozen average songs and over a dozen tracks that just act as filler. That's way too much filler by anyone's standards. Dani California is very good but very little to like apart from that.
  10. superman
    May 11, 2006
    0
    horrible
  11. EdM.
    May 16, 2006
    3
    An album full of tame, uninteresting mid-tempo rock. Without the pop harmonies of By the Way or blazing energy of Blood Sugar Sex Magik, you realize that Anthony Kiedis doesn't really have anything to say. With the rhythm section stepping back, this is now another typical four-piece rock band. The musicianship is technically great... but so is Yanni's. Listen before you buy.
  12. Jim
    May 8, 2006
    0
    The same as... their last album!
  13. DougH
    Dec 18, 2006
    3
    generic. irrellevant. not even fun.
  14. 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.
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. Marcelo
    Aug 2, 2006
    4
    too long (shock), lyrically poor, and too similar to the same stuff they've been making over the last 15 years. Although some guitar solos and bass lines were good. And they even used a trumpet on 'Torture Me'
  18. BenA
    May 10, 2006
    10
    Just like heaven.
  19. oof
    May 13, 2006
    9
    Without a doubt their best album ever. The extended version of By the way.
  20. 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
  21. 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!
  22. RobR
    May 15, 2006
    10
    Instant classic.
  23. 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!
  24. CHRISH
    May 22, 2006
    10
    THIS ALBUM IS GREAT a good selection of songs
  25. 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...
  26. 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.
  27. sinang
    May 6, 2006
    10
    best thing they've ever done..
  28. VitoB
    May 7, 2006
    10
    Amazing!!!!
  29. KingKoogs
    May 8, 2006
    6
    A poor follow up to "By The Way" It would appear the chillis have gone for quantity over quality on this record. It lacks the passion & soul of BSSM. It is frustrating in the sense that they are capable of making much better music. If this is not the last lp the chillis put out i will be very suprised!
  30. rafa
    May 8, 2006
    2
    Bad.
  31. MattS
    May 8, 2006
    4
    Too long, and sounds a bit "empty".
  32. BurgerB
    May 9, 2006
    6
    Listened to the album this morning, can't really say that I can recall any memorable song or riff, it all seems a bit bland, the album seems to drag on way to long. Reminicent of a bunch of middle aged hippies on prozac. I am suprised that an album like this gets a better rating than the new pearl jam. There is alot to be said for double cd's, perhaps they should have kept the Listened to the album this morning, can't really say that I can recall any memorable song or riff, it all seems a bit bland, the album seems to drag on way to long. Reminicent of a bunch of middle aged hippies on prozac. I am suprised that an album like this gets a better rating than the new pearl jam. There is alot to be said for double cd's, perhaps they should have kept the playlist shorter and more focussed.… Expand
  33. 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
  34. HamdiM
    May 9, 2006
    10
    Cilli peppers r the best but this album is their 3 best album ever
  35. mike
    May 9, 2006
    3
    another example of how delisional the majority of music critics are. stop praising these morons already, THEY SUCK!!!
  36. 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 ;)
  37. 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.
  38. willl
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    someone got their funk back....
  39. 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
  40. MIkeF
    Jun 8, 2006
    10
    awesome
  41. Deppy
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Best album ever....Peppers are great.
  42. Mark
    Jul 17, 2006
    7
    The solos of John Frusciante save this project.Brilliant guitar work.
  43. RedHotFan
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.Red Hot Can't Stop.We love you guys!!!Great work.
  44. MosesR
    Jul 2, 2006
    10
    Great double album..... sums up Chile Peppers..
  45. DanielY
    Mar 20, 2007
    7
    respectable double album tunes are not catchy, not as good as Californication and By The Way overall, not bad
  46. stephiej
    Mar 7, 2007
    10
    awesome funky and shows how developed these guys are! wonderfully "blended" and mixed great job, definitely a prize album
  47. 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.
  48. 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
  49. 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
  50. GlenA
    Oct 9, 2006
    10
    If you don't love this, you have horrible tast. Best guitar work ever for the Peppers.
  51. 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.
  52. 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.
  53. 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.
  54. 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
  55. 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.
  56. 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....!!!
  57. Bairon
    May 11, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.
  58. jdilla
    May 11, 2006
    3
    Worth buying only to hear a famous band unravel itself with a silly and pretentious attempt at profundity, nostalgia, and cock rock...all at once.
  59. OscarA
    May 11, 2006
    10
    An absolute masterpiece of melody. The best album of the Chili Peppers' career.
  60. 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!!!
  61. 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
  62. ArmusG
    May 13, 2006
    10
    ...so goood. This will be the perfect soundtrack to this years summer.
  63. 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
  64. 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
  65. 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.
  66. Flea
    May 10, 2006
    0
    embarrassing
  67. 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.
  68. 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!
  69. KevinR
    May 20, 2006
    8
    A good album, but Rick Rubin doesn't ever seem to challenge them.
  70. CathP
    May 20, 2006
    10
    This is way the best Chilis record so far!! Amazing.
  71. Gareth
    May 27, 2006
    9
    At first listen through this is a very mediocre album. It
  72. 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)
  73. BryanN
    May 30, 2006
    10
    Maybe The critics should listen to the album before they make up there minds
  74. WBmarketingDept
    May 30, 2006
    1
    This CD is the best thing EVAR. You will not hear a sound on it that is UN-Perfect. It is better than Elvis, The Beatles, Bob Marley. Don't listen to anything but this. Only this, now and always. RHCP are God.
  75. JoeF
    May 30, 2006
    5
    Melodic rythms and uplifting pop beats cant save this record from being void of any real jump-out-at-you rock tunes. Lyrically, the record is nothing new. Best of the sparsely bunch of tracks are Especially in Michigan, Strip My Mind and the the title song, all of which are on the first disc, which is the superior of the two. Californication and even By The Way had character, this however Melodic rythms and uplifting pop beats cant save this record from being void of any real jump-out-at-you rock tunes. Lyrically, the record is nothing new. Best of the sparsely bunch of tracks are Especially in Michigan, Strip My Mind and the the title song, all of which are on the first disc, which is the superior of the two. Californication and even By The Way had character, this however is just a collection of songs that mostly sound the same as each other....… Expand
  76. RodE
    May 6, 2006
    10
    This album ROCKS! Fuck the guardian´s reviewer!
  77. Bairon
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.
  78. [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!!!
  79. BrendanD
    May 8, 2006
    6
    This album is fine, but it's as "fine" as U2's "All That You Can't Leave Behind" -- not as a career summary, mind you, but because it sounds exactly like the type of album everyone would expect from the band. There are no stunning leaps forward, Anthony Kedis continues to struggle writing lyrics and then annunciating them in a way that goes along with the music (see his This album is fine, but it's as "fine" as U2's "All That You Can't Leave Behind" -- not as a career summary, mind you, but because it sounds exactly like the type of album everyone would expect from the band. There are no stunning leaps forward, Anthony Kedis continues to struggle writing lyrics and then annunciating them in a way that goes along with the music (see his strange pronunciation of "Universally Speaking" off the last record). What the band does well, of course, is allowing pop maestro John Fruciante to design pretty much everything else in the background. Vocally, Fruciante and Flea are now the heart of this band, especially when Kedis tries (and fails) to rap, and there are a few guitar solos reminicient not of the Ernie Isley funk they've been playing for so long but of David Gilmour's best Pink Floyd work. The album's production, of course, is horrendous. Rick Rubin might be the single most overrated producer in history, and the flaws bleed through on this record. For example, the title track, which I think is probably the best song on the album, is a natural progression from great tunes like "Tear" and "Dosed" . . . and yet there seems to be something magic in those two songs that "Stadium Arcadium" and nearly every other track on the record is missing. Despite these obvious flaws, the record is still worth hearing...at least, half of it. As with most double albums, there's really no reason for about half the songs to even exist. It makes "Stadium Arcadium," through all its sameness, an ultimately unfulfilling record. The Chili Peppers need to stick to what they've become so good at: writing great pop singles that make the audience feel like they're driving through Southern California.… Expand
  80. anae
    May 8, 2006
    1
    the same crap...........
  81. 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.
  82. 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
  83. DanL
    May 8, 2006
    10
    An awesome comeback / summary of what RHCP is.
  84. 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
  85. Tom
    May 8, 2006
    1
    This band is out of time! Nothing new and most of the new songs are boring! The are going to become the new U2!
  86. 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.
  87. 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
  88. Mick
    May 9, 2006
    7
    Not as good as their last too efforts, but their are some good tunes.
  89. Matt
    May 9, 2006
    6
    Agree with a lot of what Brendan D says - poor production, specifically, but also the comparisons to All That You Can't Leave Behind. The Chilis are in that U2/REM stratosphere now, and unfortunately that means invention is low and consolidating is high. Shame. Anyone giving this 10 - you should be ashamed of yourselves. Go and dust off a copy of Blood Sugar Sex Magik immediately. Agree with a lot of what Brendan D says - poor production, specifically, but also the comparisons to All That You Can't Leave Behind. The Chilis are in that U2/REM stratosphere now, and unfortunately that means invention is low and consolidating is high. Shame. Anyone giving this 10 - you should be ashamed of yourselves. Go and dust off a copy of Blood Sugar Sex Magik immediately. This is a mediocre album with moments of fleeting quality that don't seem to want to hang around. Shame again. The excessive duration here could really do with them.… Expand
  90. Jason
    May 9, 2006
    0
    shit
  91. RussellE
    May 9, 2006
    2
    An utterly unremarkable album full of cliched tunes with trite lyrics. Bland, boring, with not one shred of originality. Another boring effort from a band that has yet to write more than four original songs.
  92. Andrew
    May 9, 2006
    10
    Maybe a couple tracks of filler, but on the whole the album satisfies with at least 20 perfect tracks.
  93. 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!!!!!
  94. 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!
  95. 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.
  96. 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
  97. WillO
    May 9, 2006
    10
    RHCP at it again. Just impressive stuff. Guys are just living gods!
  98. 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
  99. sir_Psycho
    May 9, 2006
    10
    the red hot chili peppers embarass all other artists making music
  100. 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
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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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