Stadium Arcadium
by Red Hot Chili Peppers
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8.9

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  1. 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.
  2. Bairon
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.
  3. Gilbert
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    John Frusciante: welcome to the hall of legendhood!
  4. Michael
    Aug 29, 2006
    9
    i got dissapointed when i first heard dani (loved john's solo though) but when i saw the video it kind of changed in quality and became a cool song. after listening through J and M maybe 10 times this is what i like best so far: *solo on dani *charlie, espssieally the my-heart-your-skin-theme *stadium arcadium *the bass on the verse of 'HUMP', a la 'funky monks' i got dissapointed when i first heard dani (loved john's solo though) but when i saw the video it kind of changed in quality and became a cool song. after listening through J and M maybe 10 times this is what i like best so far: *solo on dani *charlie, espssieally the my-heart-your-skin-theme *stadium arcadium *the bass on the verse of 'HUMP', a la 'funky monks' *the whole intensity of 'TORTURE ME'and the backing vocals on the refrain (espessially the last one) *"wow yeyey oaoaoaoa yeeeeay"-part of SMM is spectacular but the verse is a rip off of "don't forget me" *theU2inspired(?)'MICHIGAN'.the guitar solo here is totally awesome!!! like taken from niandra lades *TELL ME BABY. wow!! *HARD TO CONSENTRATE *guitar intro to 'SHE LOOKS TO ME'and the swiching of key(?) when the refrain comes *'READY MADE', a little unoriginal riff but funny.. *the melody of 'MAKE YOU FEEL BETTER'where the lyrics goes: "now i'll take it it's better for you..." *ANIMAL BAR. the lazy bass and melody and synth on "raindrops will fall from the sky.." and a not so typical johnsolo at the end. Great! the refrain of STORM IN A TEACUP. the energy is much like 'coffee shop' from OHM. catchy reaggae feel on the verse of 'TURN IT AGAIN'and the "we got to move it if we want to do our best"-part. songs that i don't love(yet?) are WARLOCKS- very funky but too boring melody DESECRATION SMILE - verse too similar to 'dosed'. IF- to serious in a way SO MUCH I and DEATH OF A MARTIAN- just feels like b-sides to me. well..anyway this is a brilliant album!!… Expand
  5. 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.
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. Slappingx
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    What a great album?
  9. SuperDonkey
    Aug 28, 2006
    6
    if you focus your attention on fruciante then its good otherwise you may be disappointed
  10. 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
  11. 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.
  12. 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
  13. GodBlessYou
    Aug 27, 2006
    9
    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. I like at the least 20+ of them. It truly has some amazing guitar work and 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. I like at the least 20+ of them. It truly has some amazing guitar work and flea is exceptionallly well as always. I think anthony's voice is also more confident than in other albums, and the lyrics and sound gets more refine and better and better with each album. I think this album will be one of their best of all time with songs like Turn It Again, and Death to a Martian. Also I liked Desecration Smile, the songs are a bit more slow on the majority of tracks, i think, but that's okay, it has that real wel classic rock feel. The negative reviews I read are okay...the point is, every album will get some negatives, not everyone can like it, the good thing is, there are more good than bad. This album will be a success.… Expand
  14. NoComments
    Aug 27, 2006
    10
    John Frusciante is the best guitarist of this century.Amazing guitar work.
  15. 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
  16. kingkong
    Aug 25, 2006
    10
    brillaint! lyrically if you understand the red hot chili peppers, you cdan udnerstand the lyrics. the album is very different theres a lot of bass but thats what makes it sooo good. its makes all their old albums look like crap!
  17. NewWave
    Aug 25, 2006
    10
    Hey now. What's up. Now I've been a Chili Peppers fan since this March only. A friend kept on telling me that The Chili Peppers are way better than Green Day (Since my music was with them). So I kept on responding to him that RHCP sucks. So I just bought the album By The Way, just sample them, and oh my goodness, the music they produce was truly one of a kind. After ditching Hey now. What's up. Now I've been a Chili Peppers fan since this March only. A friend kept on telling me that The Chili Peppers are way better than Green Day (Since my music was with them). So I kept on responding to him that RHCP sucks. So I just bought the album By The Way, just sample them, and oh my goodness, the music they produce was truly one of a kind. After ditching Green Day as my favourite number one artist, I started to listen to Californication. That was truly amazing as well. Then I listened to Blood Sugar Sex Magik, and they were a bit different contrasting to By The Way and Californication. It took me a while before I noticed that it was their best work ever. The bass that Flea plays in that album was top notch. Everyone was amazing in that album. BUT... I heard about the album Stadium Arcadium. I said to myself, "What a horrible album name...". I heard Dani California, and it was alright, until it grew on me. May 9th. The day Stadium Arcadium came out. I listened to it, and it was horrible. Horrible, horrible, horrible. Oh my god, I can't believe how bad they were. My friend (as mentioned above) told me that it was great. He told me to listen to the second disc if I didn't like the first. To my surprise, I did not like both discs at all. It took me a very very long time to actually listen to it. I listened to the song "Snow (Hey Oh)" after numerous playings of Dani California. Ant it was starting to grow on me as well. Then I started to listen to songs such as Readymade, and Charlie. Then it expanded from there. It totally blew up on my head. The album is awesome. To this date, I start off listening to Desecration Smile first. That is the most played song in the album for me. I thought that the songs Warlocks, C'mon Girl, Storm In a Teacup was bad. Until I listened to So Much I. I loved it so much, that I practically love every song in the album. This is a great album for all those new RHCP fans. Try picking up Blood Sugar Sex Magik as well, but the transition can be bumpy. Stadium Arcadium is very soulful, straight from their heart. You can tell in the song Hard To Concentrate. Kiedis talk about one day getting married with someone have having children. The first disc is mostly filled with Californication style groove's, while the second is filled with Blood Sugar Sex Magik, and By The Way. Bottom Line: I know that many many people have said that this album is bad, because they have listened to the first six songs. Well, that happened to me too. But just try to listen to it, as my friend said. It might be hard, but in the end, it is the best album the Chili Peppers have had to date.… Expand
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. joeb
    Aug 23, 2006
    10
    awsome
  21. Daniel
    Aug 22, 2006
    4
    If an artist or band sells lots of records, It doesn't mean they're good. Just look at The Red Hot Chilli Peppers.
  22. 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'
  23. kylef
    Jul 31, 2006
    7
    this album is a average album i thought that the chili`s would have done more better songs. The first disc has 4 good songs "dani california" "hump de bump" "snow" and "stadium arcadium"
  24. iain
    Jul 28, 2006
    10
    a multitude of songs none are lacking.. maybe the best double album of all time
  25. GuyH
    Jul 28, 2006
    0
    This band have become truly tedious now.
  26. VictoriaF
    Jul 24, 2006
    9
    really good album, a few songs were a bit lacking but generally a really good album
  27. JoshF
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    Awesome album. The best in modern music. Never got so hooked on an album.
  28. SystemOfADown
    Jul 20, 2006
    9
    Stadium Arcadium is a very good album.This is the best album of Red Hot Chili Peppers.Rick Rubin is a big producer.
  29. Lena
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    They rock my world.This album is amazing.Anthony is a god.
  30. RedHotFan
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.Red Hot Can't Stop.We love you guys!!!Great work.
  31. 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!!!
  32. Theoden
    Jul 20, 2006
    7
    If the best 10-11 tracks from this album were condensced onto a single record the result would be fairly great.
  33. GreekFan
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    The most succesful band in Greece is Red Hot Chilli Peppers.Awesome album!!!! I love them!!!
  34. Aaron
    Jul 20, 2006
    8
    Good album... Storm in a teacup really rocks.One of the best songs i ever heard.
  35. 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.
  36. Alice
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    With 28 songs accross 2 discs there's a lot to listen to and not a moment of disappointment!!!!They remain rock legends and this album is proof of their status!!!!
  37. Maria
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    One 'Red Hot' Album!!!!!
  38. Summoner
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    A double album full of great songs that are all totally different. Great album.Fantastic solos...Excellent work!!!!
  39. AxonB
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    I cannot stop listening to it. Listen Tell me Baby!!! Amazing track!
  40. Bairon
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.
  41. SoldierofX
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Great album with nice,radio-friendly songs and super solos.Readymade's solo is the best solo that I ever heard.Amazing.
  42. Mark
    Jul 17, 2006
    7
    The solos of John Frusciante save this project.Brilliant guitar work.
  43. Robbie
    Jul 17, 2006
    9
    I saw Chili Peppers at T in th Park Festival.ok!!! they are really great.
  44. Deppy
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Best album ever....Peppers are great.
  45. DualForm
    Jul 17, 2006
    9
    I believe Mars is better than Jupiter.
  46. Asis
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    These solos are great.John Frusciante is my hero.
  47. Fragile
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    I haven't heard a cd this good in so long.
  48. Ram
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    It should have .... in order to you circulate double album.Best band!!! I love Red Hot.Make us feel better!!!
  49. Ranka
    Jul 17, 2006
    8
    Jupiter 5-6 great songs. Mars 7-8 great songs. if they recorded these songs I would give 10.
  50. Timo
    Jul 17, 2006
    9
    20+ Great songs.I don't like Hey.
  51. Mas
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    One of the best albums that I ever heard.
  52. Tony
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    The best album of 00s.
  53. KeithChinaBoy
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Kenneth M and Danilio can't hear the good music.Maybe they are fans of Britney Spears or Paris Hilton.You must be a big enemy of red hots to give 0 to this album.I can't understand.I believe that they haven't listen this album
  54. Roadie
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Their best work ever.
  55. Acalin
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    This album has great solos.John Frusciante's work is awesome.Really great.
  56. Mathiew
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Led Zeppelin of 21st Century.Super Album.
  57. Fanis
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Greece love this album. ***Gold*** 1st week. ***Platinum*** 2st week. ***5 weeks*** at 1st position
  58. Ronnie
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Great album from a great band.
  59. GeorgeW
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    I just cant stop listening to their latest album Stadium Arcadium Not one shit song on there all great my faviourite song on there is gotta be Torture me but they are all cool. All the people on this site who have given it a 0 Dont know real music and dont know wat they r talkin about RHCP are the best band ever
  60. Jeff
    Jul 16, 2006
    10
    Nevermind all the california "rambling" as some describe it... the music and vocals are very fun and fresh.
  61. Miriam
    Jul 12, 2006
    10
    along with californication, S.A has the best lyrics and overall its an amazing album. The chili peppers are always advancing. Johns guitar solos are phenomenal!
  62. VanDX
    Jul 12, 2006
    10
    Danilio if you don't like them don't listen them. Great album.I love them
  63. KennethM
    Jul 10, 2006
    0
    My how the mighty have fallen This was a total and utter piece of shit
  64. Danilio
    Jul 6, 2006
    0
    Please please please! Chilli Peppers fuck off and never come back. Surely you've got enough money now. Your repetitive California nonsense makes my ears hurt every time I hear you.
  65. LuisG
    Jul 5, 2006
    8
    its hard to take these peppers seriously .....not since californication have they sounded determined to display maturity and yet remain current without being called old folks.....the album fits well .....easy words with radiant music that stands out as playful and yet eloquent.....withou being rude id say they dont take themselves too serious which is a good thing.....here they have fun its hard to take these peppers seriously .....not since californication have they sounded determined to display maturity and yet remain current without being called old folks.....the album fits well .....easy words with radiant music that stands out as playful and yet eloquent.....withou being rude id say they dont take themselves too serious which is a good thing.....here they have fun and provide us with some insight but mostly wanabe rock bravura !!! in all a good album !!! B-… Expand
  66. 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.
  67. MosesR
    Jul 2, 2006
    10
    Great double album..... sums up Chile Peppers..
  68. 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.
  69. SamD
    Jul 1, 2006
    6
    good, but it is it just me, or does all their stuff sound EXACTLY the same?
  70. 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
  71. kaciaryna
    Jun 29, 2006
    10
    this album is fantastic. RHCP play great music. Stadium Arcadium i lovethis song
  72. RyanK
    Jun 28, 2006
    5
    A few good songs mixed in with mostly crap. Half the album is crap, and the only thing that makes the other half of the album good to decent is Frusciante's guitar work. The Red Hot Chili Peppers have a knack for making a few good singles, I'll give them that, but they can't come up with near enough decent material for a double album. Oh and Kiefer in order for the songs to A few good songs mixed in with mostly crap. Half the album is crap, and the only thing that makes the other half of the album good to decent is Frusciante's guitar work. The Red Hot Chili Peppers have a knack for making a few good singles, I'll give them that, but they can't come up with near enough decent material for a double album. Oh and Kiefer in order for the songs to be "lucid" the lyrics would have to be somewhat coherent.… Expand
  73. stacec
    Jun 23, 2006
    10
    i love this albm! and im sooo glad its not just like 9 songz, its got 28 fab songz and they do not all sound the same like SUM PPL think.
  74. 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
  75. pfloo
    Jun 21, 2006
    9
    The Second disc slays the first!! "So Much I" is AWESOME!! The best of their career, yes, even BSSM!
  76. 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
  77. 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
  78. AndresS
    Jun 16, 2006
    10
    Another brilliant album by a great band!
  79. MarkGH
    Jun 16, 2006
    9
    It´s indeed a great album. At first it´s hard to digest all the 28 tracks but give it time and try to listen to just one of the cd´s at a time, and you´ll begin to apreciate each one of the songs and their unique qualities. Frusciante again provides some bitching melodies and killer solos, usually in two or more tracks at the same time, which makes me wonder how It´s indeed a great album. At first it´s hard to digest all the 28 tracks but give it time and try to listen to just one of the cd´s at a time, and you´ll begin to apreciate each one of the songs and their unique qualities. Frusciante again provides some bitching melodies and killer solos, usually in two or more tracks at the same time, which makes me wonder how the hell is he gonna pull this off live . There are very few weak links, and even songs i disliked at first have grown on me. It is better than by the way , IMO. But well , buy it and at least give it a chance , and please dont expect a retread on their funk past, even though there are funky numbers , its mainly pop - rock and rock ballads in californication/ by the way style.… Expand
  80. Noble
    Jun 15, 2006
    10
    Great album
  81. GrantJ
    Jun 13, 2006
    7
    I disagree. I think it's got a touch of brilliance.
  82. vidm
    Jun 12, 2006
    9
    their best yet
  83. benm
    Jun 12, 2006
    9
    This is my first Chili Pepper ablum I bought completely on a whim, and absolutly loved it! Both discs ooze with creativityand vision. A great buy!
  84. PieGood
    Jun 10, 2006
    10
    Puta this thing it was brilliant awesome and i'll forever be singing to it! absolutely brilliant.
  85. BrandonS.
    Jun 9, 2006
    1
    This is horrible!!
  86. 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
  87. 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
  88. MIkeF
    Jun 8, 2006
    10
    awesome
  89. AdamR.
    Jun 6, 2006
    3
    The album just gets boring by the end of the first listen. If you like the same old Chili Pepper's sound, you might like this, but don't get it expecting to hear some new great music.
  90. GavinDossC
    Jun 6, 2006
    10
    This album is so fucking good. Not only has it brought the funk back, it is intelligent as it is dirty. "She's Only 18"? Aw, man. That is one sweet track. The Red Hot Chili Peppers brought back to life their much needed fervered energy, as shown in their first single, "Dani California," and their title track "Stadium Arcadium" is just soothing and pleasing to the ears, bringing back This album is so fucking good. Not only has it brought the funk back, it is intelligent as it is dirty. "She's Only 18"? Aw, man. That is one sweet track. The Red Hot Chili Peppers brought back to life their much needed fervered energy, as shown in their first single, "Dani California," and their title track "Stadium Arcadium" is just soothing and pleasing to the ears, bringing back the funk and a nice blend of great beats and purposeful music. There are not too many bad tracks on this album. This album is a must buy.… Expand
  91. 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.
  92. 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
  93. 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
  94. Ray
    Jun 4, 2006
    10
    After hearing the album many times, I can say with proud: Its the best RHCP Album ever. Flea has right with this comment, too. And when I read all the bad critics, then I have to say, listen to the album and then write again
  95. Bairon
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    Best album ever.
  96. 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.
  97. rockfan
    Jun 2, 2006
    0
    Everyone here is insane!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Lukewarm Chili Peppers are sooo much worse than Elvis, the Beatles, the Eagles, and all those other legends. Anyone who says different is obviuosly smoking Sharpies. Chili Peppers suck, and I'm ashamed that they're rock.
  98. willl
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    someone got their funk back....
  99. JyotirmayaD
    Jun 1, 2006
    9
    This is a very good album. I seem to get more pleasure out of listening to Disc 1 but that is not a big issue. There's nothing on here as majestic as "Under the Bridge" or even "Breaking the Girl", but that also is not a big issue. This is a mellower RHCP's and maybe becasue they ARE older, but it still doesn't take much away from the funkiness tht they are known for. In This is a very good album. I seem to get more pleasure out of listening to Disc 1 but that is not a big issue. There's nothing on here as majestic as "Under the Bridge" or even "Breaking the Girl", but that also is not a big issue. This is a mellower RHCP's and maybe becasue they ARE older, but it still doesn't take much away from the funkiness tht they are known for. In fact, I like some of the new stuff they are doing with teh guitars, and the horns, and I even notice a few times Eminem style rapping which is fun. the quality of the songs is there some being stronger than others, but it is mostly an even album, esp. considering it's a double album. This is the RHCP album that I personally have been waiting for. I have always liked their "song" songs better than the "give it away now" songs. In short, I like what I hear on this new release and I give it a "9".… Expand
  100. BrandonS
    May 31, 2006
    6
    After reading so many favorable reviews of this album, I decided to check it out. I don't hear anything to either love or hate about it. It just sort of sounds like the Chili Peppers to me.
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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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