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“Love me, love me Wake up and hug me I will be a torrid beast Well, if you need me, need me Wake up and squeeze me Nothin' but a sweet relief.” Such a cool funky song. I haven’t felt that urge to get up and dance to a song in so long. That guitar solo felt so damn good...
@@karstenpuder3605 each to their own. Different things appeal to different people. This chorus is the only part I'm not into. Just doesn't appeal to me. But, if you like it, that's cool. All good.
Seems like fans & critics had a lot of expectations about what the album should sound like. Some wanted the guitar-hero style of SA, others the radio friendliness of Californication/By the Way. As for myself, I love that they’re always trying something different and unexpected. On this album I hear 4 musicians at the top of their game, playing as a unit. They leave each other space while pulling tricks from every era of the band (even from the mid-80’s Freaky Styley era). It does grow on you and I encourage you Dave to keep listening to it. Also, I doubt that John was playing it safe or that he wasn’t there yet in terms of technique. At first listen it seemed obvious that these songs were designed to be fun to play live and as such, giving yourself room to breathe and improvise seemed like the thing to do. I also think that the wear of long-ass touring and the very performative aspect of his playing/singing got the best of him during the SA years. Same could be said about John’s backing vocals on the album, efficiency over technical proficiency (oh, and let’s acknowledge the fact that John is singing lead on the chorus of a song-The Heavy Wing- for the first time since 1989’s Knock Me Down, amazing!). I find on this album the essence of the band I love which is the positive groove, generated by the so elusive 'brother-blood-comrades-partner-family-cuzz' chemistry. I would go as far as saying that people that like the pre-Mother’s Milk era of the band will recognize mellow funk grooves that haven’t been heard since. The guitar reflect this as well, probably the closest to Hillel’s early influence I heard from John on a record. It seems to be directly influenced by the process of starting from scratch, playing blues covers and early Peppers songs (from the Freaky Styley/Uplift Mofo era). She’s a Lover/Let ‘em Cry are the long lost siblings of If You Want Me to Stay in my opinion. Tangelo. I like it, don't know why. Tony Flow's 5 pages long Poster Child lyrics, classic! Full of 70's/80's references. These Are the Ways, drop D rocks! (adding that one to my busking setlist) Keep listening good people of TH-cam, the groove will get to you. And to you Dave, Love (Unlimited) XD cheers mate!
He did kinda play lead vocals on the chorus of Dosed more recently (if you consider Anthony’s part more of a response). That said I do know what you mean (knock me down is really a full out John song) and I also agree that it’s a precious moment on the heavy wing.
Excellent take on UL!!! It has been an acquired taste for me, but now I can't get enough of it! It's a work of art for sure. I would love the band to do more songs with equal vocals like Heavy Wing, or even have John do songs on his own. Bands like SOAD were very successful having two vocalists (Although Anthony is strictly a singer/front man, unlike Serj and Daron, who are both musicians as well).
I felt the same a week ago, but I've been listening to the album nonstop with headphones and it's grown so much on me. To be honest I was kind of let down by John's playing but I was so stuck in the past wanting him to rip out a solo like in the Stadium Arcadium tour but then I realized I had set my expectations wrong, I mean, why would he have come back to play like he did 22 years ago? That's so not John. My favorite is It's only Natural. I still think though that this is Flea's record. He's really on another level in this record.
Love the analogy about there being pressure on John, people will always compare his latest guitar work to fan favourites like BSSM or SA. I like that this album at times feels familiar but also so new and something that as fans with this lineup we’re not yet used to hearing! The album has grown on me a huge amount and respect to you for not reviewing it after one back to back listen Dave, it’s good to see them back together and in terms of interviews and press John and the guys seem happier than ever! Credit to them for always making the music that they want to make and not what people want to hear. Awesome review my friend 👍🏻
For me it really came to life after a few start-beginning sessions. I needed 4 times and a few days in order to really appreciate it. I think we all got caught in this rushy era of time where we expect things to be awesome and perfect as fast as possible and as intense as possible. You can’t define art in a week, it needs time to breathe. I like that you took your time dave! cheers ✌🏼
Excellent breakdown! I like your style of videos. Its super laid back and genuine and it really feels like you and me are just hanging out at your house and talking about music as friends.
I found the album grew on me. I found myself listening to it every day this past week. John pulled out some new subtle guitar tricks like swells on Not The One and Its only Natural. Another he did Hawaiian style slide guitar. It's not catchy on first listen but there's nuances in there that people will appreciate over time.
I think this album is great. The band is super tight and they were certainly not afraid to experiment and explore many different flavors and moods, sometimes in the same song. At the same time, they also deliver many songs that feels like classic Chili Peppers with new clothes. Despite the differences in style and mood, one song leads to the next coherently and they all sound like RHCP. I honestly don't get why some people are saying that the songs are too similar, though. There's so much variety and all the songs are completely different from one another, as I see it. They are taking a new approach and changing things like they consistently did from album to album since the beginning. A new RHCP album is never going to please all the fans because it's going to intentionally have a new sound. For example, I remember many people in the forums back in the day who were expecting something like BSSM when they released Californication, because John was back. Many of them hated it and said that they were selling out, that John couldn't play anymore, that the solos were shit, the music was too comercial etc. We all know now it became a classic. They always change on purpose, especially John, so some fans are naturally going to be disappointed with the new direction. Anthony Kiedis always wrote silly lyrics and sang in a playful way from time to time since the beginning. I think he's more concerned with the way his lyrics and delivery sound over the instruments than what they mean necessarily. He's like a surrealist artist painting over these sonic structures, unconcerned if anyone will get it. The lyrics probably mean something to him or to the people who were involved in a certain situation with him, but I feel like what he's doing a lot of the time is similar to what John Lennon did in I Am The Walrus. I always loved the way AK does it, so I still do. He is sounding as good as he ever did on this record and he's bringing a lot to the table with many memorable hooks, melodies and even some experimentation (as in Bastards of Light). Flea is shining as everybody seems to notice and Chad is also killing it, always playing exactly what the song needs, but also displaying his technical skills in some songs like he did few times before and maybe never on an studio album. The production is on point, the mix and master sound great (which was not always the case with them) and the selection of tone for bass and guitar for each section of each song is very tasteful. All and all, Unlimited Love sits comfortably next to the band's most legendary albums, which is quite the accomplishment after almost 40 years on the road.
I like the album overall but agree that there are some weak songs that detract from the strong songs. My favourite at this point in time is Here Ever After
Nice intro playing :) John was definitely trying to let the others shine but also the type of music they were going for lent itself to that type of playing in my opinion and it sounded great. It was awesome to hear fleas incredible bass playing at the forefront. Of course I would have loved some more guitar centered songs but overall I'm quite satisfied with what we got. My favorites at the moment are It's Only Natural and White Braids & Pillow Chair. The Heavy Wing was a very special moment with John's singing surprising us. To be honest when I first listened to Stadium Arcadium most of the record "Didn't get me" for quite a few listens. And it's a similar experience for me this time. The songs are slowly getting to a point where I love them deeply and they get me feeling the way I felt from their other work with John. I feel like that's how the human brain works when it comes to music in general; when it listens to new unfamiliar territory it's not going to be able to fully process it, thus not enjoy it to its full potential. And that's why I don't like people rushing out to make a review and act as if music isn't something that grows on us and takes time to connect or for someone to be ready to hear. That's why I appreciate you taking your time before putting this video out :). ps. It was amazing to hear John's backing vocals again
You nailed brotha! My fav are also “It’s only natural” and “White braids”….I believe this album was def 5 tracks too long ….PLUS like many rhcp releases..The singles aside from “Black Summer” weren’t the strongest choices….But the length is a big thing….There music is so rich, that it’s hard to digest when it’s released in bulk like that..I felt EXACTLy the same about SA….like now I love EVERY track…But when it first came out, it was a lot to process…They need to keep there albums shorter in my opinion….I like Everything, even the Silly b-sides…As a fan I want to hear everything they recorded, but as an official album release, it should have been shorter, tighter…
incredible whammy usage and then into some beautiful tapping. insane! this guy has got every a guitarrist could ever ask for. keep up the work Dave. it really shows. we love you.
I love it since day one. In terms of production totally blew me away, and i like a lot more this “phase “ of john a lot more than the stadium Arcadium phase. I also like that the album goes in the oposite direction in How comercial music should be now. i consider it their most beautifull record and i think it’s only natural’s one of the most sweet-heartwarming-loving songs ever. Been looking forward for your opinion, in this case we don’t agree but after all, that’s what art it’s about:). Hugs from Montevideo!
My favourite band is Led Zeppelin, and my expectation was that UL would be similar to Led Zep's final album, In Through The Out Door. ITTOD is an album made by a legendary band of master musicians who at that point had done it all. The climbed the Stairway to Heaven, they explored the depths of blues, folk, and psychedelic rock. They spent 10 years touring and being mega stars. ITTOD is music written by more mature artists who are interested in experimenting and challenging ideas of what Led Zep is. For me, UL is the same. Flea, Chad, John and Anthony are obviously the best they've ever been. Their catalog with John has crossed vast musical vistas. So what's left? I think just pure passion and love, and simply chasing anything exciting. And that requires little ego and getting out of ideas about what the band is. I love UL so much. Aquatic Mouth Dance is a top 5 Flea bass line for me and Anthony's vocal melody on that track is evidence of how much he's grown. I doubt BSSM era Anthony finds that melody. I really hope they ease up on touring to keep stresses low and just keep writing music. So happy to have them back.
It's not everything I ever hoped for, but I'm still so glad this album exists. I don't hear people talking about It's Only Natural much. I feel like the songwriting and the band members individual talent all come together on this track and its just magic. Hopefully there's more like this to come
Rhcp has been my favourite for years, and I never expected the new album to reach the same level of awesomeness as some of the previous albums. However Unlimited Love has become my favourite album ever. To me it seems that the way each of them are playing is serving the song, and not trying to be cool or something like that.
Boom. I agree that they seem more cohesive. They serve the song and one another instead of flea being in the background throwing riffs down you have to pick apart, they are in your face. BUT! In the same way, frusciantes lead licks are in your face when they need to be but in the background when they need to be. The chemistry and relationship musically they have lends to this idea of communication through instrumental phrasing that seem to support one another unselfishly.
@Brian Parrish Good grief. I'm just sad that music sucks so much these days that people hear this album and honestly think it's as great as they think it is. The album is forgettable.
Beginning my sunday with that video is great. I am a guitarist and my girlfriend is a-classical- flute player. We've been "analyzing" this album together on Monday night. Writing down our thoughts, our feelings within the first listening of the album. It doesn't have a song of the caliber of Scar Tissue, Otherside or Snow on it. But we admired special parts and you discover something with every listen. Top five: Tangelo, Black Summer, White Braids, She's a Lover, Not the One. Thanks for your passion for music Dave!🤟
I think this album is a really good way of telling Chili Peppers fans from John fans (I consider myself to be both). John's vision dominated BTW and he really let it all hang out for Stadium Arcadium, so I think a lot of John fans were expecting him to rule this album - and the ten year absence made many of us yearn for that even more. What we got was in my opinion a much more balanced effort, in that sense a bit like BSSM and the first albums, and personally - even though John is my favourite guitarist ever - I like that everyone shines pretty much equally here, feels like a "band album". John still delivers plenty of tasty melodies, solos and vocals, Chad and Flea are as great as ever and in my opinion AK really shines.
i agree with 90% of this comment, only the part with AK i cannot agree. i have listened to the album a lot of times now and it really grew on me, what surprises me tho is that AKs vocals do not grow on me as the instrumental does. it might be personal preference but i feel that AKs songwriting has declined somehow. i did not really love the josh era, as john was, is and will always be my favourite musician, with RHCP and his solo stuff, but i feel like AK somehow put a lot of effort into writing vocals for the last two albums and this time it is like he just relies on the others. that is my opinion tho and you might feel different which is totally fine
I could see that but are you telling me the “John dominated” albums do not have great bass and drum parts? The interaction between John and Flea on those albums are phenomenal and I didn’t quite hear that on Unlimited Love.
Sick playing as always! I've really liked reading the comments and seeing that everybody has a different favourite song /songs I still haven't given it a full sit down and listen to.
I have been looking forward to hearing your opinion on this new album! imo it's got some good songs and some filler and won't go down as a classic i don't think, still awesome to have John back though
Thanks for your video! You are absolutely right. The basslines on the album are fantastic!! I like the chord progression for White Braids Pillow and Watchu Thinkin and i really like the energy of black summer. I also enjoy Aquatic Mouth Dance, and Poster Child. But i LOVE Heavy Wing for everything. Especially that John rage mode
I was like meh at first but it quickly grew on me. Now I love half the songs. And yes Flea some how got even better. The bass lines are fucking next level shit. He's totally the Best in the world now no question.
John's vocal work is great on this. Many of the songs I could take or leave, when I concentrated on vial harmonies and subtle instrumentation, those songs became gems. The Give it Away solo on Howard Stern sounds like Yngwie.
Glad to finally hear your opinion on this! Personally I think it's actually a pretty good album you're 100% right that Flea is the star on the record. I actually find on the vinyl the record flies by and doesn't seem that long. The big gripe people seem to have is Anthony's lyrics but I mean that's the chili peppers when have they ever been top tier. Regarding John this is just my opinion but from interviews it seems like he did all of this for fun and maybe with covid he didn't ever think these were even going to released. We're all guitarists here and we want the big John solos but I mean John is a musician and an artist and he goes for records and sounds versus ego. The part of this that I was super curious about was when you talked about his live performance imo he seemed so subdued.
I am really not sure there is any pressure on a man who has made 20 albums and sings Tiny Dancer between songs in arenas. I think he'll be fine being a rockstar. He's VERY relaxed in his playing, using a moderately simple pedal board into a JCM 800. He is doing just fine.
I've also read John was inspired by Kurt Cobain on this one a lot. Contrasting this sense for beautiful songs and melodies with this rough musical force. Maybe that's why he's holding on the feedback in his solos. Not my favorite guitarwork of his but he went for something different as he does on every album
Oh Dave, that hoodie......... again! I want one so much, it's awesome :) Re the record though, I totally dug it straight off of the bat. Its interesting how you have processed it and I agree a lot (especially the album title). I totally thought of you when I was playing it the first time so great to hear your opinions. I'm looking forward to seeing how these songs come over live (as in big fat stadium level), I think there are some big opportunity's for John to go bonkers. I'm looking forward to finding out! x
Nice take on the record👍 I feel similar to you in that this is not my favourite RHCP record, but still a cool album on its own merit. And yes Flea is 100% the standout on this record👌
I absolutely loved the album on first listen. With a couple being only OK for me. I've cooled a bit on parts of it. Mainly the chorus of She's A Lover. It's too cheesy for me. On a whole though, I really love it. Funnily enough, it's probably for the reason you're a bit flat with it. I enjoy that it' doesn't necessarily have big standout choruses and grab you moments. In a sense, the details of the songs are the highlights. Which I dig. And you can really hear the influence of all the music that's made them who they are. Whereas other albums have been more focused on particular elements of their influences.
I nearly needed 10 straight years to love „Hey“ from SA. At the beginning I actually hated it. Now it’s on of my favorite tracks. After listening about 10 - 12 times to unlimited love I have to say that there are a lot of tracks that getting better as more as you listening. I would say that the great apes is my favorite so far!!! I understand what you say but I am really happy with the Album. And I feel I am diving just the surface so far and I love the feeling of sinking in slowly without seeing the bottom till now. But I have to admit that I listen to the album as one long track… no skipping. Edit: the baseline of its only natural is awesome. If you listen to Rick Rubins Broke Record Podcast you hear that it’s actually Johns basic idea cause he played the base while flea was at the piano! Awesome!
Just back from the shop with a copy of Total Guitar featuring John, and now Dave's review.... Here's to a great evening. And as others have said, this is the video we've been waiting on. Thanks Dave!!! Hahaha, I see you've your copy too👍 Great take on the album Dave. In terms of my own opinion on 'Unlimited Love', I find I'm listening to more of the laid back tracks from the album such as 'Tangelo', 'It's Only Natural', and 'Not The One'... To me those tracks are up there with songs like 'Road Trippin', 'Porcelain' and 'Desecration Smile'. I feel the more uptempo ones, which are not bad, haven't had the same immediate effect on me as 'Scar Tissue', 'Don't Forget Me', and, 'Snow' did when I heard them first time round. Taken together, I think 'Unlimited Love' is a good album, but it seems like the Chili's are preparing us for the final hoorah....which I feel will be next album.
I had read somewhere that Flea had become uninspired and part of the idea of getting John back was to see if that would reinvigorate him. Well, mission accomplished. I had the same “meh” thoughts when I first ran through the tracks, but on each new listen it grows on me more. I don’t think it breaks any new ground in music, or even for the RHCP. But having said that I really enjoy the record and anticipate I’ll appreciate it more and more as I continue to experience it.
Great video Dave. I have a very similar opinion to you. I really like some songs but don't love any. I have 5 songs that I really like. However 5 out of 17 songs probably isn't a great result. Let's hope the next album is killer!!
Maybe the reason I love this album soo much is because while everyone loves BSSM cause of the aggressive guitar tones, my favorite has always been the “Californication” because of that minimalism ….Like there’s no overdubs or thick guitar layers…Everything simple….I prefer that than the high flying Hendrixy vives off “Stadium Arcadium” ..
hello my friend, i love to watch your enthusiasm for the peppers and playing guitar to their tracks. i remember when good time boys came out / mothers milk i loved them directly and i didn´t have to think a second if thats good or not. the first three albums with hillel are freaking awesome!!! but after bssm there was no album which really got me. there are some great songs on californication and ohm but after these albums there was no song which caught me honestly. but hey they got older, they change and the new album is much better again. i´m curious for the next album ;) i love to play guitar along your playing and talking so keep on
I personally really like it! I seemed to get that its time for the others to shine, and Johns job is to create a prism for them to shine through. the album has a lot of weird stuff that I really like.
Whatchu Thinkin' is my favourite song on the new album, guitar work in chorus is pure class. Aquatic Mouth Dance is 2nd with cool bass line and crazy horn section. It's Only Natural is ok too, guitar melody after 1st chorus and in the end reminds me of Baby Jane by Rod Stewart :) Most of the songs are unfortunately boring, they sound like SA b-sides. They have some good moments, but it's not enough. Dark Necessities remains the best RHCP single in the last 15 years. Hopefully we won't have to wait for the next album another 4-5 years, they should release it next year if the songs are ready. I'm surprised Californication is your favourite RHCP album, Dave. In my opinion nothing is even close to BSSM, and Mother's Milk and Californication are in top 3.
Hi Dave Thanks for your overview. I would love to hear your views on the individual songs...If you would be interested in doing a track by track run down. The high and low points of each song from your perspective. Many thanks.
Haven't listened to the whole thing yet, but I like what I've heard so far. Loved the chillis since I was 15. Super exciting having Frusciante back and, I honestly think he's playing as good if not better than ever. Also. If Anthony doesn't say California at least once I'm going to have to find someone to write an angry letter to! Interesting thoughts sir. Appreciate your perspective considering how big a fan you are. John has always played his role in the band well. He has so much respect for them he writes/plays for the music and with the musicians in mind. Part of what makes them so great. They're all hyper aware of the bigger picture.✌️🙃
it was cool how they gave flea full bass solos on this album! like a live jam or live version of a song. that's how you can tell they're having fun, and i think you're right flea was the standout on this album; and that's why he got his own solos!
Live hits different. The give it away performance on Howard stern was insanely good. That's the band firing on all cylinders live. Thanks for your thoughts on the album Dave.
Great analysis Dave. I felt pretty much exactly the same. Even after multiple listenings of the whole record, there are VERY few songs that got stuck in my head. Still just looking at the track list and the names of the songs, there are only like 3-4 songs that I even remember how they went. I think the album would've been better with like max 10 songs, a lot of the songs feel just like fillers. In all honesty I wasn't too excited about the whole album to begin with. What I REALLY was waiting for was seeing the live performances, which so far have been absolutely insane. Just really waiting for a few high quality soundboard recordings from some of the festival gigs they have coming up next summer.
Cool video Dave! I was anxiously awaiting your review. Generally I pretty much agree with your view overall. I'd put it behind the big 4, but ahead of any other. Took me about 10 listens to really love it. Just curious how many times you've listened to it now? I do disagree that it should not have been a double album. There's only 1 song I skip (Bastards). I would really like to hear the specific songs you liked or didn't like.
For me, the groove of here ever after is where it’s at! But the whole album is awesome! Each album they do is very different and that’s the chilli peppers
You nailed it, Flea is next level on this album. My favorites are Aquatic Mouth Dance and One Way Traffic. I started listening to them on UMPP. These are my grade 6 RHCP 😊 They sound like they are having fun.
Talking about the name "Unlimited Love", Anthony said in his interview with John and Rick Rubin that it was his last option for the album's name, but John and Flea loved it.
It's such a good album....the guitar work is amazing ... the relationship between bass and guitar is sooo cool, solid vocals , great drumming and the sax that makes an appearance hahaha .. I've only positive things to say about it...
You know, as many others, John is what first brought me to play guitar, and for the past at five years I didn't played and got very distanced from rock music but this album has lighten again my curiosity and I'm playing again, so I am thankful for that to the Chillis (as well as finding cool content as your channel) As for the music, I feel the same way as you with some of the song, I just skip them, but I don't feel bad about it I really love how this album flows though, it feels easy to listen to, anything feels forced to me And I like the analog mixing/recording, to me it makes each instrument have the right place
It’s been a massive grower for me this album. Totally agree with what you said about Flea, that was what jumped out at me on first listen. This is cool groovy funk.
After a few days of listening, got the same impression as you, good album, some really good songs on it, but something didn't click, especially with the arrangements, and some strange melody line choices by Anthony. But didn't know about John's thoughts behind the album, so thanks for sharing that, Dave. Here's my 10 that I would pick for this album (no particular order): - Black Summer - Here Ever After - Aquatic Mouth Dance - Poster Child - The Great Apes - It's Only Natural - These Are The Ways - Whatchu Thinkin' (def favourite) - White Braids & Pillow Chair - The Heavy Wing
Great insight 👍 totally agree with the double album deffo to many fillers . On a different note would love to know what the last album that really clicked with you that made you say O hello 🤯
Hey Dave, cheers from Orange County, CA. I appreciate your thoughtfulness on the album. Unlimited Love, like other RHCP albums for me, was an acquired taste, but now that it's been a month in, I can't get enough of it! On satellite radio's RHCP channel , Chad, John, Flea, and Anthony toss out little tidbits about each song, and their inside stories makes the entire album so much more appreciative. This album really is one of the best they've put out. But I will admit, it isn't necessarily a universal attention-grabber unless you are an RHCP fan (fanatic!).
I loved it straight away but I’ve overdosed on it after having it on constantly in the car. I’ll take a break and listen again a week before the Manchester gig in June.
I've been waiting for your review on this Dave. Love the vid, I wish you could do song by song kind of a review tho. I love the album and I'd put it on top 5 chili albums and I totally get your feelings aswell. Also even having John in a live situation is a blessing to me. Even those simple can't stop or give it away riffs, they haven't been played that well for the last 10 years man. He is pretty damn good in live which I wasn't expecting at all, I love to see it. I'll be waiting for Queenie and yours' "The Great Apes" cover too :) Cheers Dave. You will always be the second greatest guitar player for me :)
I respect your opinion very much Dave and enjoyed the review, but I actually felt quite strongly about quite a few of the songs on the album. Pretty exciting that this may not be their best recent work.. looking forward to what’s coming as well
We are seeing a more mature RHCP. They serve the song and one another instead of flea being in the background throwing riffs down you have to pick apart and John soloing after every verse. BUT! In the same way, both bass and guitar's licks are in your face when they need to be but in the background when they need to be. The chemistry and relationship musically they have lends to this idea of communication through instrumental phrasing that seem to support one another unselfishly. It's like...Unlimited Love
9:42 that's it. I love BSSM, Cali, BTW, I watched a trillion times Slane Castle, but I never got to live those times. Now I feel grateful to live something I've never though possible. They are happy playing together, what more could you ask for? it's music enjoy it!
I agree with you and I knw i did not want to believe it and I decided to wsitnto dive in it currently butbas you shared I didnt want to lesrn the guitar parts and not pulling meblike previous albums or songs
The reason this album worked so well for me is I think partially that over the years after thousands of play throughs of Can’t Stop, Dani, Otherside in the past couple of decades, the songs I gravitate far more toward from their catalog are the so-called-fillers and B-sides from the previous John eras. Which I believe John himself once said were his favorite more often than not. While you’re not going to find the pop-hits that sealed their 00’s “trilogy” as the music they’ll be remembered for forever, I think every song on this album stands it’s own against anything they’ve done in the past and what’s more; these were, to me, far more interesting compositions than any of the aforementioned hits. I’ll certainly be playing them far more in comparison in years to come. If I had to pick old songs that would’ve best “predicted” the direction they took on UL they would be the following: This is the Place Fortune Faded Throw Away Your Television Suck My Kiss Search and Destroy (cover) If You Have to Ask Funny Face I’ll be your Domino Savior Show Me Your Soul If Parallel Universe Warm Tape
I agree with you, I'm not a huge fan of this album either, but I'm happy for all the bass players out there. This is a masterclass from Flea, amazing stuff. I am impressed though that John cleared the runway for Flea to take off, that's wonderful. I'm looking forward to the next album. I hope John and Flea have a genius collaboration for us. I enjoyed your review Dave, very honest and insightful. Cheers.
Thanks for realising John is letting others shine by backing off... I don't think people realise a band is give and take. I'm sure the next chilli's album will be a guitar fest.
@@gabrieluc25 if we even get one! my big fear is i'll miss seeing them live this time, then they'll break up again or not tour again, and my chance is gone for a lifetime.
@@gabrieluc25 in his book kiedis said going to south america is like he never left every time! and i noticed that the majority of comments on new chili pepper videos are in spanish. i wonder why they're so big down there?
I think you hit the nail on the head for me. I went into this thinking oh my god johns back it’s going to be incredible and was left a bit underwhelmed. After a few months it has grown on me a lot. In fact “Whatchu Thinkin’” has become one of my all time RHCP favourites. But I think that’s why I didn’t enjoy it straight away I kind of built up my own hype. Love the content though man, keep up the good work!
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White braids and pillow chair is the best riff on the album for me
I think watchu thinkin is my fav but white braid is probably second
Agreed
And best song too
It's my favorite song as well! I just made a video about it! I especially like the outro surf guitar!
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“Love me, love me
Wake up and hug me
I will be a torrid beast
Well, if you need me, need me
Wake up and squeeze me
Nothin' but a sweet relief.”
Such a cool funky song. I haven’t felt that urge to get up and dance to a song in so long. That guitar solo felt so damn good...
Solo is hauntingly beautiful
This is clearly my least favourite part of the album. Horribly cheesy chorus. Like the rest of the song. Unfortunately the chorus ruins it for me.
@@klausbremner_autotelic_art huh?? It’s such a beautiful, feel good chorus. John vocals on it Are just amazing
@@karstenpuder3605 each to their own. Different things appeal to different people. This chorus is the only part I'm not into. Just doesn't appeal to me. But, if you like it, that's cool. All good.
@@klausbremner_autotelic_art I agree, man. That chorus really kills the song for me, unfortunately
Seems like fans & critics had a lot of expectations about what the album should sound like. Some wanted the guitar-hero style of SA, others the radio friendliness of Californication/By the Way. As for myself, I love that they’re always trying something different and unexpected. On this album I hear 4 musicians at the top of their game, playing as a unit. They leave each other space while pulling tricks from every era of the band (even from the mid-80’s Freaky Styley era). It does grow on you and I encourage you Dave to keep listening to it.
Also, I doubt that John was playing it safe or that he wasn’t there yet in terms of technique. At first listen it seemed obvious that these songs were designed to be fun to play live and as such, giving yourself room to breathe and improvise seemed like the thing to do. I also think that the wear of long-ass touring and the very performative aspect of his playing/singing got the best of him during the SA years. Same could be said about John’s backing vocals on the album, efficiency over technical proficiency (oh, and let’s acknowledge the fact that John is singing lead on the chorus of a song-The Heavy Wing- for the first time since 1989’s Knock Me Down, amazing!).
I find on this album the essence of the band I love which is the positive groove, generated by the so elusive 'brother-blood-comrades-partner-family-cuzz' chemistry. I would go as far as saying that people that like the pre-Mother’s Milk era of the band will recognize mellow funk grooves that haven’t been heard since. The guitar reflect this as well, probably the closest to Hillel’s early influence I heard from John on a record. It seems to be directly influenced by the process of starting from scratch, playing blues covers and early Peppers songs (from the Freaky Styley/Uplift Mofo era). She’s a Lover/Let ‘em Cry are the long lost siblings of If You Want Me to Stay in my opinion.
Tangelo. I like it, don't know why. Tony Flow's 5 pages long Poster Child lyrics, classic! Full of 70's/80's references. These Are the Ways, drop D rocks! (adding that one to my busking setlist)
Keep listening good people of TH-cam, the groove will get to you.
And to you Dave, Love (Unlimited) XD cheers mate!
He did kinda play lead vocals on the chorus of Dosed more recently (if you consider Anthony’s part more of a response). That said I do know what you mean (knock me down is really a full out John song) and I also agree that it’s a precious moment on the heavy wing.
Excellent take on UL!!! It has been an acquired taste for me, but now I can't get enough of it! It's a work of art for sure. I would love the band to do more songs with equal vocals like Heavy Wing, or even have John do songs on his own. Bands like SOAD were very successful having two vocalists (Although Anthony is strictly a singer/front man, unlike Serj and Daron, who are both musicians as well).
Damn, dude. You writing a book?
I felt the same a week ago, but I've been listening to the album nonstop with headphones and it's grown so much on me. To be honest I was kind of let down by John's playing but I was so stuck in the past wanting him to rip out a solo like in the Stadium Arcadium tour but then I realized I had set my expectations wrong, I mean, why would he have come back to play like he did 22 years ago? That's so not John. My favorite is It's only Natural. I still think though that this is Flea's record. He's really on another level in this record.
Love the analogy about there being pressure on John, people will always compare his latest guitar work to fan favourites like BSSM or SA. I like that this album at times feels familiar but also so new and something that as fans with this lineup we’re not yet used to hearing! The album has grown on me a huge amount and respect to you for not reviewing it after one back to back listen Dave, it’s good to see them back together and in terms of interviews and press John and the guys seem happier than ever! Credit to them for always making the music that they want to make and not what people want to hear.
Awesome review my friend 👍🏻
For me it really came to life after a few start-beginning sessions. I needed 4 times and a few days in order to really appreciate it. I think we all got caught in this rushy era of time where we expect things to be awesome and perfect as fast as possible and as intense as possible. You can’t define art in a week, it needs time to breathe. I like that you took your time dave! cheers ✌🏼
Excellent breakdown! I like your style of videos. Its super laid back and genuine and it really feels like you and me are just hanging out at your house and talking about music as friends.
I found the album grew on me. I found myself listening to it every day this past week. John pulled out some new subtle guitar tricks like swells on Not The One and Its only Natural. Another he did Hawaiian style slide guitar. It's not catchy on first listen but there's nuances in there that people will appreciate over time.
I think this album is great. The band is super tight and they were certainly not afraid to experiment and explore many different flavors and moods, sometimes in the same song. At the same time, they also deliver many songs that feels like classic Chili Peppers with new clothes. Despite the differences in style and mood, one song leads to the next coherently and they all sound like RHCP. I honestly don't get why some people are saying that the songs are too similar, though. There's so much variety and all the songs are completely different from one another, as I see it.
They are taking a new approach and changing things like they consistently did from album to album since the beginning. A new RHCP album is never going to please all the fans because it's going to intentionally have a new sound. For example, I remember many people in the forums back in the day who were expecting something like BSSM when they released Californication, because John was back. Many of them hated it and said that they were selling out, that John couldn't play anymore, that the solos were shit, the music was too comercial etc. We all know now it became a classic. They always change on purpose, especially John, so some fans are naturally going to be disappointed with the new direction.
Anthony Kiedis always wrote silly lyrics and sang in a playful way from time to time since the beginning. I think he's more concerned with the way his lyrics and delivery sound over the instruments than what they mean necessarily. He's like a surrealist artist painting over these sonic structures, unconcerned if anyone will get it. The lyrics probably mean something to him or to the people who were involved in a certain situation with him, but I feel like what he's doing a lot of the time is similar to what John Lennon did in I Am The Walrus. I always loved the way AK does it, so I still do. He is sounding as good as he ever did on this record and he's bringing a lot to the table with many memorable hooks, melodies and even some experimentation (as in Bastards of Light).
Flea is shining as everybody seems to notice and Chad is also killing it, always playing exactly what the song needs, but also displaying his technical skills in some songs like he did few times before and maybe never on an studio album. The production is on point, the mix and master sound great (which was not always the case with them) and the selection of tone for bass and guitar for each section of each song is very tasteful. All and all, Unlimited Love sits comfortably next to the band's most legendary albums, which is quite the accomplishment after almost 40 years on the road.
yes!!
@@danieltaylor225 Loved your Maggot Brain cover mate!
I had very low expectations for it
but I’m blown away , I think it’s a masterpiece and gets better and better after every listen
I agree it's an awesome album.
it definitely grows on you. i hope you people will give it a 3rd or 4th listen
I like the album overall but agree that there are some weak songs that detract from the strong songs. My favourite at this point in time is Here Ever After
Amazing how that was my less liked song!
PERCOLATE. Love the intro jam and hearing your opinion! Keep it up, man
Nice intro playing :)
John was definitely trying to let the others shine but also the type of music they were going for lent itself to that type of playing in my opinion and it sounded great. It was awesome to hear fleas incredible bass playing at the forefront. Of course I would have loved some more guitar centered songs but overall I'm quite satisfied with what we got. My favorites at the moment are It's Only Natural and White Braids & Pillow Chair. The Heavy Wing was a very special moment with John's singing surprising us. To be honest when I first listened to Stadium Arcadium most of the record "Didn't get me" for quite a few listens. And it's a similar experience for me this time. The songs are slowly getting to a point where I love them deeply and they get me feeling the way I felt from their other work with John. I feel like that's how the human brain works when it comes to music in general; when it listens to new unfamiliar territory it's not going to be able to fully process it, thus not enjoy it to its full potential. And that's why I don't like people rushing out to make a review and act as if music isn't something that grows on us and takes time to connect or for someone to be ready to hear. That's why I appreciate you taking your time before putting this video out :).
ps.
It was amazing to hear John's backing vocals again
You nailed brotha! My fav are also “It’s only natural” and “White braids”….I believe this album was def 5 tracks too long ….PLUS like many rhcp releases..The singles aside from “Black Summer” weren’t the strongest choices….But the length is a big thing….There music is so rich, that it’s hard to digest when it’s released in bulk like that..I felt EXACTLy the same about SA….like now I love EVERY track…But when it first came out, it was a lot to process…They need to keep there albums shorter in my opinion….I like Everything, even the Silly b-sides…As a fan I want to hear everything they recorded, but as an official album release, it should have been shorter, tighter…
@@AlainNavasDrama not the one was a terrible single, it a b side at best
been waiting for this! cant wait to get to the end of the review! thanks Dave :)
Bro that into is too much. Can't get enough. I only listen once a month to keep the chills on my neck still going. Thank you.
incredible whammy usage and then into some beautiful tapping. insane! this guy has got every a guitarrist could ever ask for. keep up the work Dave. it really shows. we love you.
I love it since day one. In terms of production totally blew me away, and i like a lot more this “phase “ of john a lot more than the stadium Arcadium phase. I also like that the album goes in the oposite direction in How comercial music should be now. i consider it their most beautifull record and i think it’s only natural’s one of the most sweet-heartwarming-loving songs ever. Been looking forward for your opinion, in this case we don’t agree but after all, that’s what art it’s about:). Hugs from Montevideo!
My favourite band is Led Zeppelin, and my expectation was that UL would be similar to Led Zep's final album, In Through The Out Door. ITTOD is an album made by a legendary band of master musicians who at that point had done it all. The climbed the Stairway to Heaven, they explored the depths of blues, folk, and psychedelic rock. They spent 10 years touring and being mega stars. ITTOD is music written by more mature artists who are interested in experimenting and challenging ideas of what Led Zep is. For me, UL is the same. Flea, Chad, John and Anthony are obviously the best they've ever been. Their catalog with John has crossed vast musical vistas. So what's left? I think just pure passion and love, and simply chasing anything exciting. And that requires little ego and getting out of ideas about what the band is. I love UL so much. Aquatic Mouth Dance is a top 5 Flea bass line for me and Anthony's vocal melody on that track is evidence of how much he's grown. I doubt BSSM era Anthony finds that melody. I really hope they ease up on touring to keep stresses low and just keep writing music. So happy to have them back.
It's not everything I ever hoped for, but I'm still so glad this album exists. I don't hear people talking about It's Only Natural much. I feel like the songwriting and the band members individual talent all come together on this track and its just magic. Hopefully there's more like this to come
Rhcp has been my favourite for years, and I never expected the new album to reach the same level of awesomeness as some of the previous albums. However Unlimited Love has become my favourite album ever. To me it seems that the way each of them are playing is serving the song, and not trying to be cool or something like that.
I'm sorry.
Boom. I agree that they seem more cohesive. They serve the song and one another instead of flea being in the background throwing riffs down you have to pick apart, they are in your face. BUT! In the same way, frusciantes lead licks are in your face when they need to be but in the background when they need to be. The chemistry and relationship musically they have lends to this idea of communication through instrumental phrasing that seem to support one another unselfishly.
@Brian Parrish Good grief. I'm just sad that music sucks so much these days that people hear this album and honestly think it's as great as they think it is. The album is forgettable.
@@Allison_Chaynes it sounds like nothing else out
@@socalsp3 That's not true. It sounds like b side blah songs from the Stadium Arcadium era
Thank you Dave, it's always a pleasure to listen to you and sharing your thoughts on the new RHCP-album
For me the strongest songs are:
Black Summer
It’s only natural
These are the ways
Let them cry
The heavy wing
I agree except I’d add whatcha thinkin on that list for me
White Braids is best
@@yallaaAIC fucking yes my guy
White Braids and Pillow Chair…
Here ever after
Thanks for the video was waiting for this!
Forget about chillies - nothings hotter than that intro jam Dave ! Blistering but with a touch of soothing sauce.
Beginning my sunday with that video is great. I am a guitarist and my girlfriend is a-classical- flute player. We've been "analyzing" this album together on Monday night. Writing down our thoughts, our feelings within the first listening of the album. It doesn't have a song of the caliber of Scar Tissue, Otherside or Snow on it. But we admired special parts and you discover something with every listen.
Top five:
Tangelo, Black Summer, White Braids, She's a Lover, Not the One.
Thanks for your passion for music Dave!🤟
🎶 I’ve been waiting
I’ve been Waiting
Waiting for Dave Simpson’s
Chilis album review
😂🤘
i'm really looking forward to the live versions played in stadiums, it's when rhcp songs really come to life for me.
It will be awesome or a complete failure. Either way, I got my tickets.
I absolutely love the album! Especially the solo on Watchu Thinking John just knows how to put so much feel and soul into his playing. And i LOVE IT
I think this album is a really good way of telling Chili Peppers fans from John fans (I consider myself to be both). John's vision dominated BTW and he really let it all hang out for Stadium Arcadium, so I think a lot of John fans were expecting him to rule this album - and the ten year absence made many of us yearn for that even more. What we got was in my opinion a much more balanced effort, in that sense a bit like BSSM and the first albums, and personally - even though John is my favourite guitarist ever - I like that everyone shines pretty much equally here, feels like a "band album". John still delivers plenty of tasty melodies, solos and vocals, Chad and Flea are as great as ever and in my opinion AK really shines.
i agree with 90% of this comment, only the part with AK i cannot agree. i have listened to the album a lot of times now and it really grew on me, what surprises me tho is that AKs vocals do not grow on me as the instrumental does. it might be personal preference but i feel that AKs songwriting has declined somehow.
i did not really love the josh era, as john was, is and will always be my favourite musician, with RHCP and his solo stuff, but i feel like AK somehow put a lot of effort into writing vocals for the last two albums and this time it is like he just relies on the others. that is my opinion tho and you might feel different which is totally fine
I could see that but are you telling me the “John dominated” albums do not have great bass and drum parts? The interaction between John and Flea on those albums are phenomenal and I didn’t quite hear that on Unlimited Love.
Sick playing as always!
I've really liked reading the comments and seeing that everybody has a different favourite song /songs
I still haven't given it a full sit down and listen to.
Thank you very much. :)
I have been looking forward to hearing your opinion on this new album! imo it's got some good songs and some filler and won't go down as a classic i don't think, still awesome to have John back though
That's what I was waiting for! Thanks for the video Dave
the solo from its only natural is just so heavenly beautiful
Thanks for your video! You are absolutely right. The basslines on the album are fantastic!!
I like the chord progression for White Braids Pillow and Watchu Thinkin and i really like the energy of black summer. I also enjoy Aquatic Mouth Dance, and Poster Child.
But i LOVE Heavy Wing for everything. Especially that John rage mode
I was like meh at first but it quickly grew on me. Now I love half the songs. And yes Flea some how got even better. The bass lines are fucking next level shit. He's totally the Best in the world now no question.
John's vocal work is great on this. Many of the songs I could take or leave, when I concentrated on vial harmonies and subtle instrumentation, those songs became gems. The Give it Away solo on Howard Stern sounds like Yngwie.
Glad to finally hear your opinion on this! Personally I think it's actually a pretty good album you're 100% right that Flea is the star on the record. I actually find on the vinyl the record flies by and doesn't seem that long. The big gripe people seem to have is Anthony's lyrics but I mean that's the chili peppers when have they ever been top tier. Regarding John this is just my opinion but from interviews it seems like he did all of this for fun and maybe with covid he didn't ever think these were even going to released. We're all guitarists here and we want the big John solos but I mean John is a musician and an artist and he goes for records and sounds versus ego. The part of this that I was super curious about was when you talked about his live performance imo he seemed so subdued.
@John Smith 140 you alright?
@John Smith 140 damn John we worry about you bro.
@John Smith 140 yeah man we did fail you. I’m sorry it ended up this way.
@John Smith 140 I wish you would have stuck it out John. We really did try to help.
I am really not sure there is any pressure on a man who has made 20 albums and sings Tiny Dancer between songs in arenas. I think he'll be fine being a rockstar. He's VERY relaxed in his playing, using a moderately simple pedal board into a JCM 800. He is doing just fine.
I've also read John was inspired by Kurt Cobain on this one a lot. Contrasting this sense for beautiful songs and melodies with this rough musical force. Maybe that's why he's holding on the feedback in his solos. Not my favorite guitarwork of his but he went for something different as he does on every album
ive been waiting for this!
Oh Dave, that hoodie......... again! I want one so much, it's awesome :) Re the record though, I totally dug it straight off of the bat. Its interesting how you have processed it and I agree a lot (especially the album title). I totally thought of you when I was playing it the first time so great to hear your opinions. I'm looking forward to seeing how these songs come over live (as in big fat stadium level), I think there are some big opportunity's for John to go bonkers. I'm looking forward to finding out! x
Damn dude. I haven’t listened to you jam for a while and I gotta say, your playing has become phenomenal
The fact the i thought i would never hear my favorite guitarist play rock music again let alone with The Chilis brought tears of joy while listening
Nice take on the record👍
I feel similar to you in that this is not my favourite RHCP record, but still a cool album on its own merit.
And yes Flea is 100% the standout on this record👌
I absolutely loved the album on first listen. With a couple being only OK for me. I've cooled a bit on parts of it. Mainly the chorus of She's A Lover. It's too cheesy for me. On a whole though, I really love it. Funnily enough, it's probably for the reason you're a bit flat with it. I enjoy that it' doesn't necessarily have big standout choruses and grab you moments. In a sense, the details of the songs are the highlights. Which I dig. And you can really hear the influence of all the music that's made them who they are. Whereas other albums have been more focused on particular elements of their influences.
I nearly needed 10 straight years to love „Hey“ from SA. At the beginning I actually hated it. Now it’s on of my favorite tracks. After listening about 10 - 12 times to unlimited love I have to say that there are a lot of tracks that getting better as more as you listening. I would say that the great apes is my favorite so far!!! I understand what you say but I am really happy with the Album. And I feel I am diving just the surface so far and I love the feeling of sinking in slowly without seeing the bottom till now. But I have to admit that I listen to the album as one long track… no skipping.
Edit: the baseline of its only natural is awesome. If you listen to Rick Rubins Broke Record Podcast you hear that it’s actually Johns basic idea cause he played the base while flea was at the piano! Awesome!
Just back from the shop with a copy of Total Guitar featuring John, and now Dave's review.... Here's to a great evening. And as others have said, this is the video we've been waiting on. Thanks Dave!!!
Hahaha, I see you've your copy too👍
Great take on the album Dave. In terms of my own opinion on 'Unlimited Love', I find I'm listening to more of the laid back tracks from the album such as 'Tangelo', 'It's Only Natural', and 'Not The One'... To me those tracks are up there with songs like 'Road Trippin', 'Porcelain' and 'Desecration Smile'.
I feel the more uptempo ones, which are not bad, haven't had the same immediate effect on me as 'Scar Tissue', 'Don't Forget Me', and, 'Snow' did when I heard them first time round.
Taken together, I think 'Unlimited Love' is a good album, but it seems like the Chili's are preparing us for the final hoorah....which I feel will be next album.
I really would like to hear your opinion about John's pedalboard that he's useing right now
I had read somewhere that Flea had become uninspired and part of the idea of getting John back was to see if that would reinvigorate him. Well, mission accomplished. I had the same “meh” thoughts when I first ran through the tracks, but on each new listen it grows on me more. I don’t think it breaks any new ground in music, or even for the RHCP. But having said that I really enjoy the record and anticipate I’ll appreciate it more and more as I continue to experience it.
Great video Dave. I have a very similar opinion to you. I really like some songs but don't love any. I have 5 songs that I really like. However 5 out of 17 songs probably isn't a great result. Let's hope the next album is killer!!
Great video!
Maybe the reason I love this album soo much is because while everyone loves BSSM cause of the aggressive guitar tones, my favorite has always been the “Californication” because of that minimalism ….Like there’s no overdubs or thick guitar layers…Everything simple….I prefer that than the high flying Hendrixy vives off “Stadium Arcadium” ..
hello my friend, i love to watch your enthusiasm for the peppers and playing guitar to their tracks. i remember when good time boys came out / mothers milk i loved them directly and i didn´t have to think a second if thats good or not. the first three albums with hillel are freaking awesome!!! but after bssm there was no album which really got me. there are some great songs on californication and ohm but after these albums there was no song which caught me honestly. but hey they got older, they change and the new album is much better again. i´m curious for the next album ;) i love to play guitar along your playing and talking so keep on
I personally really like it! I seemed to get that its time for the others to shine, and Johns job is to create a prism for them to shine through. the album has a lot of weird stuff that I really like.
Nice statement man! Thank you, i know after you tell what John said on the magazine. Very make sense
Dave do you recommend Boss katana 50 watt amp in 2022 ? I wanna get some JF tones and I feel is on a good price. I also feel meh about the album.
Oh yes. Katanas are incredibly awesome. :)
Whatchu Thinkin' is my favourite song on the new album, guitar work in chorus is pure class.
Aquatic Mouth Dance is 2nd with cool bass line and crazy horn section.
It's Only Natural is ok too, guitar melody after 1st chorus and in the end reminds me of Baby Jane by Rod Stewart :)
Most of the songs are unfortunately boring, they sound like SA b-sides. They have some good moments, but it's not enough.
Dark Necessities remains the best RHCP single in the last 15 years.
Hopefully we won't have to wait for the next album another 4-5 years, they should release it next year if the songs are ready.
I'm surprised Californication is your favourite RHCP album, Dave. In my opinion nothing is even close to BSSM, and Mother's Milk and Californication are in top 3.
How good that we only have to wait 3 months for another
Hi Dave
Thanks for your overview. I would love to hear your views on the individual songs...If you would be interested in doing a track by track run down. The high and low points of each song from your perspective. Many thanks.
Haven't listened to the whole thing yet, but I like what I've heard so far. Loved the chillis since I was 15. Super exciting having Frusciante back and, I honestly think he's playing as good if not better than ever. Also. If Anthony doesn't say California at least once I'm going to have to find someone to write an angry letter to! Interesting thoughts sir. Appreciate your perspective considering how big a fan you are. John has always played his role in the band well. He has so much respect for them he writes/plays for the music and with the musicians in mind. Part of what makes them so great. They're all hyper aware of the bigger picture.✌️🙃
He does in fact say it once
@@joshua-connorknapp5947 Califoooorniaaaaaaaaaaa!! 'Guys, I got the lyrics, we're good!' 😂❤️😎✌️
it was cool how they gave flea full bass solos on this album! like a live jam or live version of a song. that's how you can tell they're having fun, and i think you're right flea was the standout on this album; and that's why he got his own solos!
My favorite by far is She's A Lover, Whatchu Thinkin' and Black Summer. Thank you for this video.
Live hits different. The give it away performance on Howard stern was insanely good. That's the band firing on all cylinders live. Thanks for your thoughts on the album Dave.
Love to hear your opinion.. You are always so true
the album is so rich and dynamic ... so many new sounds and new vibes
Hearing John singing Under the Bridge on the Stern show made me so happy. And the album grows on me every time I listen to it
Hi Dave, thanks for another great video have a great weekend bud 😎✌🏼💯❤️
Nice intro jam
Great analysis Dave. I felt pretty much exactly the same. Even after multiple listenings of the whole record, there are VERY few songs that got stuck in my head. Still just looking at the track list and the names of the songs, there are only like 3-4 songs that I even remember how they went. I think the album would've been better with like max 10 songs, a lot of the songs feel just like fillers. In all honesty I wasn't too excited about the whole album to begin with. What I REALLY was waiting for was seeing the live performances, which so far have been absolutely insane. Just really waiting for a few high quality soundboard recordings from some of the festival gigs they have coming up next summer.
Cool video Dave! I was anxiously awaiting your review. Generally I pretty much agree with your view overall. I'd put it behind the big 4, but ahead of any other.
Took me about 10 listens to really love it. Just curious how many times you've listened to it now? I do disagree that it should not have been a double album. There's only 1 song I skip (Bastards). I would really like to hear the specific songs you liked or didn't like.
For me, the groove of here ever after is where it’s at! But the whole album is awesome! Each album they do is very different and that’s the chilli peppers
I ignored almost about every other review waiting for Dave's review!
You nailed it, Flea is next level on this album. My favorites are Aquatic Mouth Dance and One Way Traffic. I started listening to them on UMPP. These are my grade 6 RHCP 😊 They sound like they are having fun.
Talking about the name "Unlimited Love", Anthony said in his interview with John and Rick Rubin that it was his last option for the album's name, but John and Flea loved it.
It's such a good album....the guitar work is amazing ... the relationship between bass and guitar is sooo cool, solid vocals , great drumming and the sax that makes an appearance hahaha .. I've only positive things to say about it...
Great analysis Dave 👍 I agree this album is a Flea dominent album definitely. I hope the next album will be more John 🙏
You know, as many others, John is what first brought me to play guitar, and for the past at five years I didn't played and got very distanced from rock music but this album has lighten again my curiosity and I'm playing again, so I am thankful for that to the Chillis (as well as finding cool content as your channel)
As for the music, I feel the same way as you with some of the song, I just skip them, but I don't feel bad about it
I really love how this album flows though, it feels easy to listen to, anything feels forced to me
And I like the analog mixing/recording, to me it makes each instrument have the right place
It’s been a massive grower for me this album. Totally agree with what you said about Flea, that was what jumped out at me on first listen. This is cool groovy funk.
I love that strat!
After a few days of listening, got the same impression as you, good album, some really good songs on it, but something didn't click, especially with the arrangements, and some strange melody line choices by Anthony. But didn't know about John's thoughts behind the album, so thanks for sharing that, Dave. Here's my 10 that I would pick for this album (no particular order):
- Black Summer
- Here Ever After
- Aquatic Mouth Dance
- Poster Child
- The Great Apes
- It's Only Natural
- These Are The Ways
- Whatchu Thinkin' (def favourite)
- White Braids & Pillow Chair
- The Heavy Wing
Great insight 👍 totally agree with the double album deffo to many fillers . On a different note would love to know what the last album that really clicked with you that made you say O hello 🤯
Hey Dave, cheers from Orange County, CA. I appreciate your thoughtfulness on the album. Unlimited Love, like other RHCP albums for me, was an acquired taste, but now that it's been a month in, I can't get enough of it! On satellite radio's RHCP channel , Chad, John, Flea, and Anthony toss out little tidbits about each song, and their inside stories makes the entire album so much more appreciative. This album really is one of the best they've put out. But I will admit, it isn't necessarily a universal attention-grabber unless you are an RHCP fan (fanatic!).
But I am fan and it did nothing for me sadly.
Spot on!
I loved it straight away but I’ve overdosed on it after having it on constantly in the car. I’ll take a break and listen again a week before the Manchester gig in June.
Great video! Thanks 🙏🏻
Where can you get the total guitar mag in the uk? Cheers 👍🏼
I got mine in tesco.
@@thedavesimpson thak you Dave for replying :) I am going to the big tesco if I can find it :)
Aquatic Mouth Dance got me feelin bricked up on the reg
I've been waiting for your review on this Dave. Love the vid, I wish you could do song by song kind of a review tho. I love the album and I'd put it on top 5 chili albums and I totally get your feelings aswell.
Also even having John in a live situation is a blessing to me. Even those simple can't stop or give it away riffs, they haven't been played that well for the last 10 years man. He is pretty damn good in live which I wasn't expecting at all, I love to see it.
I'll be waiting for Queenie and yours' "The Great Apes" cover too :) Cheers Dave. You will always be the second greatest guitar player for me :)
I respect your opinion very much Dave and enjoyed the review, but I actually felt quite strongly about quite a few of the songs on the album. Pretty exciting that this may not be their best recent work.. looking forward to what’s coming as well
My personal favorite is Let ‘Em’ Cry, and It’s Only Natural and the Great Apes made a big impact as well
Definitely an album thats growing on me each listen. The writing is quite good.
We are seeing a more mature RHCP. They serve the song and one another instead of flea being in the background throwing riffs down you have to pick apart and John soloing after every verse. BUT! In the same way, both bass and guitar's licks are in your face when they need to be but in the background when they need to be. The chemistry and relationship musically they have lends to this idea of communication through instrumental phrasing that seem to support one another unselfishly. It's like...Unlimited Love
9:42 that's it.
I love BSSM, Cali, BTW, I watched a trillion times Slane Castle, but I never got to live those times. Now I feel grateful to live something I've never though possible. They are happy playing together, what more could you ask for? it's music enjoy it!
Hey Dave, could tou consider making this a series? Would live to hear you opinon on the older albums as well.
Hey Dave, do you know which amp John is using for live performances? Idk if it's still being the major + silver jubilee
Theres still a jubilee in his backup rack but the other Marshall is from the master volume series. Great amps. Its the precursor to the jcm800. :)
@@thedavesimpson Thanks Dave. I had not had time to watch the whole video. I just saw it and realized you explained it in the video
I agree with you and I knw i did not want to believe it and I decided to wsitnto dive in it currently butbas you shared I didnt want to lesrn the guitar parts and not pulling meblike previous albums or songs
The reason this album worked so well for me is I think partially that over the years after thousands of play throughs of Can’t Stop, Dani, Otherside in the past couple of decades, the songs I gravitate far more toward from their catalog are the so-called-fillers and B-sides from the previous John eras. Which I believe John himself once said were his favorite more often than not.
While you’re not going to find the pop-hits that sealed their 00’s “trilogy” as the music they’ll be remembered for forever, I think every song on this album stands it’s own against anything they’ve done in the past and what’s more; these were, to me, far more interesting compositions than any of the aforementioned hits. I’ll certainly be playing them far more in comparison in years to come. If I had to pick old songs that would’ve best “predicted” the direction they took on UL they would be the following:
This is the Place
Fortune Faded
Throw Away Your Television
Suck My Kiss
Search and Destroy (cover)
If You Have to Ask
Funny Face
I’ll be your Domino
Savior
Show Me Your Soul
If
Parallel Universe
Warm Tape
Monster intro love it!🎸
I agree with you, I'm not a huge fan of this album either, but I'm happy for all the bass players out there. This is a masterclass from Flea, amazing stuff. I am impressed though that John cleared the runway for Flea to take off, that's wonderful. I'm looking forward to the next album. I hope John and Flea have a genius collaboration for us. I enjoyed your review Dave, very honest and insightful. Cheers.
The big thing that stands out for me is the arrangements and compositions.
Thanks for realising John is letting others shine by backing off... I don't think people realise a band is give and take. I'm sure the next chilli's album will be a guitar fest.
that's being optimistic but i hope you're right..
Wish we don't wait a lot of years to hear a new one...
@@gabrieluc25 if we even get one! my big fear is i'll miss seeing them live this time, then they'll break up again or not tour again, and my chance is gone for a lifetime.
Yeah, well here in South America we don't get as much concerts as you, so you have more chances hahha
@@gabrieluc25 in his book kiedis said going to south america is like he never left every time! and i noticed that the majority of comments on new chili pepper videos are in spanish. i wonder why they're so big down there?
I think you hit the nail on the head for me. I went into this thinking oh my god johns back it’s going to be incredible and was left a bit underwhelmed. After a few months it has grown on me a lot. In fact “Whatchu Thinkin’” has become one of my all time RHCP favourites. But I think that’s why I didn’t enjoy it straight away I kind of built up my own hype.
Love the content though man, keep up the good work!
Hey dave I'm getting a v100 Peter Green les Paul soon, is there any chance if getting a little jam with it love hearing you play it
I don't really play mine anymore I'm afraid but i have lots of videos with it. :)
@@thedavesimpson ahh fair play, thank you anyway. Your videos on Peter are what inspired me, appreciate all you've done for his music
Hey Dave, what did you think of Return of the dream canteen? I would love to see a video about it like this one. Much love !
It was ok but not amazing in my opinion.
I would also love to see a video of you talking about it