John Frusciante Backing Vocals Analysis - Red Hot Chili Peppers - Singing & Production Tips
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John Frusciante is an incredible lead vocalist and songwriter on his own! When joined with his multi-talented Chili Peppers, his background vocals soar and glue genius musical ideas together in amazing ways!
Join me for an analysis of John's backing vocals on Pepper's Slow Cheetah. We get to use a "lead vocals out" version of the song so we can dig extra deep into the parts and nuances John contributes.
...And as usual, I'll show some interesting production ideas and singing tips that will help and inspire you in your own projects! - เพลง
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For those who may not know, his mom was/is a vocalist so he probably learned a lot from her. She and some of her friends did the backing vocals on “Under the Bridge”.
My favourite Frusciante backing vocals has always been the outro to save the population. I cant believe more people don't talk about his backing vocals. I cant think of another modern day band that use backing vocals as much as the chili peppers.
Had that song in my head all week!
he's better solo, i promise
@@michellelee3379 ot course I love his solo stuff
@@bendagostino2217 hell yeah brother
Love this backing vocal... makes the song
Chris, you might also wanna check out his backups in their tune “Quixoticelixer” - possibly my favorite backup vocal ever on the second chorus of that one
Thanks for the recommendation! I will!
The hard core fan favorite song
Completely agree. The backing vox make the song
@@sunepedersen8537 Yes I agree 100% ! Outstanding backing vocals on that one. His voice sounds different in this song (almost like a child).
@@chrisliepe Might aswell check out "Tell me baby" while youre there!
My favourite backing vocals from Frusciante are in Desecration Smile. Just a wonderful song..
to me its a venice queen live at slane the castle.
John's such a killer musician. With respect to all other guitarists that played in RHCP, but it's no surprise their biggest albums are all done with John.
There's so much great music to work with when analyzing John Frusciante, both his solo work and RHCP stuff, you could probably make an entire TH-cam channel focusing on it xD
Dave Simpson has a killer "How to Play Like John Frusciante" series that's about 18 hours long. No vocals though, all guitar.
Completely agree! I’d love to see his solo song Central covered - probably my favourite song ever and there’s just so much there to break down in every aspect, voice, composition, guitar, everything.
@@emm8357 omg how much I love that song! 🫶
Who’s else is going to see the Chili’s on their upcoming tour? 😁😁😁
Yep. My first time ever!!! The show in Dallas!!!
Yes, me! I’m going to all the U.K. gigs 😁😁😁
Got frontrow tickets😍
Going to the London one! Can't wait!
San Diego on July 27th!! I'm so fucking excited
This is genius Chris. To my knowledge, not many people have taken a deep dive into Johns masterful backing vocal genius. Bravo.
Please continue analyzing John! I could watch these videos forever
I second this statement wholeheartedly! ❤️
I think what makes you so “perfect” is that you don’t shy away from your imperfections.
Thanks for always being so real with us!
You’re very welcome. That’s the biggest hurdle for most vocalists!
@@chrisliepe I think that what I love about John's solo work. There are plenty of imperfections, but they are very raw and emotional imperfections.
What a nice pick from stadium arcadium.. Brilliant
I can't help but insist tho... You'd love to analyse "Unreachable".. Even if you don't have the isolated vocals
Yes please!
Unreachable please
Omg yes, great pick!
Frusciante has always been the best RHCP singer.
Somehow I wonder what's AK doing in peppers.
@@pradiptahafidyoure an idiot, he writes the song, his deep meanings, and without him THERE IS NO CHILI PEPPERS, he makes the band, hes by no means a MUSICIAN, but an ENTERTAINER and ENTREPRENEUR of the Funk Rock scene. His energy is what the Peppers are mostly known for, your ridiculously confused. And he can actually sing, watch this dudes video about his californication vocals, his backing vocals sound good due to Kiedis’ electric yet soulful lead
@@pradiptahafid Well, there's no doubt JF is the better singer, but AK adds character and they compliment each other.
Take the time to listen thru his album The Empyrean and watch how he changes things up there. There's one song where he is singing in such a deep bass voice that it takes a second to realize it's him!!
Yeah, he does an Ian Gillan style scream at the end of One more of me
@@faustovalentinneumann673 yes!!! That song is really good. Never thought he'd sing that low!
Central is my favourite song ever.
Wow, good pick! This is a deep cut. His vocals on this are wonderful
Ya, really loved the layering and dissonance on this one.
Thank you for bringing more Frusciante content!
Obviously I love John’s guitar work but IMO he’s one of the best backing vocalists I’ve ever heard. His vocals were something I missed so much when he left the band - I feel like he’s almost underrated in this area. Thank you for covering this! Unbelievably excited to see him back with RHCP on tour next year!!!
His vocals were really underappreciated in his work with the peppers. That whole record is full of great harmonies.
I think I speak for all of us when I request all RHCP songs with John Frusciante.
Great job
I remember when I first heard the last chorus in otherside … blew my mind .. one of the main factors in taking the RHCPs into a new direction … johns vocals are amazing !!!
Love his vocals in their b side "someone". Amazing harmonies
I sang backing vocals in for 2 decades and never heard the terms head voice, chest voice or knew half the terms you mention. I just sang. Great to finally know. Thanks!
loved that you've used slow cheetah as an example, always loved that song, especially John's vocals in it
I love Frusciante soo much! Need more of his vocal analysis. Thank you Chris!
man, what a dream this video is! How did I wait to see a review video of Johns back vocals as cool as yours! Thank you so much!
He's an amazing vocalist and the best background singer ever, and don't let me even start talking about his guitar playing abilities!!!!
Great video man, i enjoyed it throughout, looking forward other John Frusciante videos by you!
Awesome
John's my favorite musician and because of this video I admire him even more. You did a really great job, thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Yes!!! I love your content! Frusciante has been the biggest influence on my singing.. Especially harmonizing! Thanks again 🤘
This video was one of the most fun videos I've made to date... So neat to dig into the layers he creates
The second I heard Slow Cheetah, I knew this would be an awesome analysis. Instant like!
Really enjoyed the breakdown on John's backing vocals on Slow Cheetah. Here is a suggestion for you Chris for more great examples on John backing vocals; Venice Queen live at Slane Castle. Also other great suggestions would be Midnight, Warm Tape and Tear (off the By The Way album)
You must have great taste - Midnight is one of my favourite Chili’s songs and the backing vocals make it what it is. Also his vocals throughout the Slane Castle gig are incredible!
What an awesome video! Thanks so much for the video and the transparency and effort that goes into these, really love your videos😊
Going to be seeing them in concert next year, John is my inspiration and I cant wait!!!!!
This is one of my absolute favorite songs. It's great to get a deep dive into a single part of it. Really interesting and informative.
OH Fantastic pick! LOVE THIS SONG!
This is incredible, fantastic analysis and guide into a masterful backing vocal
Thank you Chris for this episode!
This is one of the best video I've seen! Chris you are awesome!
Great video! Great demonstration, and great music John has created. Thank you Chris! Enjoying all the videos!
Awesome, thank you!
Yes finally!! Was waiting for this.
Awesome vid! God I love Johns vocals xx
Great video Chris
Frusciante is awesome...his backing-vocals are amazing.
I love his background in "someone" "venice queen" and "It's Only Natural" off the top of my head...Lots of beauty in By the Way album, that was his experimental record.
John carry’s that band. Fact. Love that guy.
Great video! Hope you keep doing more RHCP / frusciante’s songs
Chris, you're such a great teacher! Thank you!
You're very welcome!
This is so awesome and so helpful for my own backing vocals. If you could do an analysis of his lead vocals on one of his solo records from 2004, that would be wonderful:) love the videos man!
John Frusciante is the Goat in the harmony game, at least alive. He uses his voice as another guitar or a keyboard almost.
Amazing analysis. Thanks my man!
My pleasure!
I would love to see an analysis of Josh Klinghoffer in Pink As Floyd or Factory Of Faith
damn ! it's like having two birthday in a year !
to understand frusciante's singing you gotta listen him during interviews. he has a special voice since he used heavily drugs.
I really enjoy these videos, I would love to see a breakdown of the song Dosed or Tear. Both incredible vocal work
Amazing videooooo
This is what i was waiting for
#JohnFrusciante is a genius on many musical levels but when it comes to background vocals and harmony whether studio or live...He is one of the few that gives me goosebumps while not overdoing it...I mean someone w/a bigger ego would strut in circles around Anthony but he knows the magic of less is more. An engineering perspective: You don't want to know it's there until it's gone and you are missing A HUGE THING.
John has a lot of power and energy in his falsetto. He manages to give it even more power by good articulation. And he is able to keep it strong and he won't over do. A fine line he is able to walk because of the fullness in colour of his voice.
It's hard to describe.
And besides that a very colourfull personality.
I just love his voice SOoooo much!
Another thing is: the notes he chooses. And keeping it simple note wise.
Damn man, great analisis and great singing!
Thanks!!
Nice work, man! Good pick.
It would be nice to analyze John's vocals in Quixoticelixer and Dosed!
take a look to porcelain backing vocals, they are totally different to frusciante's usual vocal work
Yea dude, you nailed him. I go by feel, his feel (especially live).has always been...like energy manipulation. This is how i fell in love w/his music, NOLA 2022 I heard this dude sing and play "Maybe" Which i thik is a doo-woop 3 girl band song(The Chantels) and the energy was just UNBELIEVABLE. There was a standing ovation after and it was just improtu or appeared to be. (i know they did it in slane castle) too.What a singer. I think he plays some guitar sometimes too.
That was cool!
Chris be bring it 👍
great!
Really cool video! Another really good one of stadium arcadium would be death of a martian I think. Or maybe Anne from his solo album Curtains for his lead vocals
you are incredible
Awesome! Keep checking out his stuff bro, he’s incredible.
Yes yes yes!
Great tutorial. Love John Frusciante. It'd be awesome if you did a "best of John" backing vocals video like you've done with several lead vocalists, with a handful of songs that capture their style and technique.
Suggested RHCP songs: Quixoticelixer, Desecration Smile, Strip My Mind, Death of a Martian, Don't Forget Me, Otherside.
masterpeice🥂
You are my hero!!!
Could you please do early Anthony Kiedis like Mothers Milk or back? Like their cover If You Want Me To Stay off of Freaky Styley or Behind The Sun. Love your videos Chris 💖
This is why is the best album from RHCP ever
Chris please make a video of Snow Hey Oh background vocals and harmonized vocals
Awesome breakdown as always! I found myself trying to hit those notes too haha It would be great if you could analyse Josh Klinghoffer's vocals too, perhaps you could give Fall From Grace a shot!
Such a great job ! Can you do a review of ´´on mercury’´ , john’s backing vocals are incredible
Frusciantes power lies in his “imperfections” even in the beginning of scar tissue one of the notes he plays is flat because the string is just very slightly tuned down
I would love to see an analysis about Daron Malakian. And also great job with this one s2
John Frusciante’s vocal range absolutely blows my mind. Listening to something like Slow Cheetah and hearing how high he goes compared to his solo work One More Of Me, it’s almost hard to believe it’s the same person singing
The “John Frusciante Choir” now thats a choir I would go and see
Just pointing out that he does all this while also shredding an axe on top-tier levels.
very interesting
Glad you think so!
I used to stubbornly state the best back/harmonizing vocal in rock ever was Jerry Cantrell with early AIC but once I've heard Venice Queen live, I've instantly shifted all my love labors towards John:-).
NICE! I love john Frsuciante style!
its the best support voice to me (I dont understand anything) rs..
Please, can you make a video about the song `Venice queen` - live in slane the castle from chili peppers?
these back vocals, to me, its perfect!
Chris I don't know if it makes for a good video idea but definitely check out "Time Tonight" off of John's Curtains album. There are some amazing vocals in that track.
That's my favourite of John's solo work... It's an incredible song. Good call!
John's solo song called Scratches would make a great deconstruction video!
An unusual song by the Peppers with John's richest backing vocals is Tear from By the Way. It would be so cool for you to explain how he did it.
by the way(song) has some of the best backing vocals i’ve ever heard i recommend it so heavily
Now do Julian Casablancas! Since the strokes are now touring with RHC!
Would love to see a Landon Tewers (solo/The Plot In You) vocal analysis!!
Thanks for leaving in your lack of good airflow. It really encourages me to know that even you can “mess up” or forget to use something as crucial as breath management.
Yes! You’re welcome!
Hey Chris, could you do an analysis on danny elfman? dude had a pretty high full voice in the eighties, very representative of that era. Love your job, thanks!
Thanks for the suggestion! I'll dig in!
Love it, do you think you could look at John's vocals on otherside?
Did I just discovered my new vocal teacher?
Yes :)
It's fitting that you put the Scheps Omni Channel on all those tracks, since he's the one who mixed this record.
Andrew Scheps is the coolest person in the business. Highly recommend his podcast, Andrew Talks to Awesome People, where he talks to other engineers and producers.
hey Chris, could you please analyze Ben Kowalewicz's vocals (singer from Billy Talent)? He has such a distinct voice.
YOU SHOULD REACT TO JOHN IN DAYING SONG
Yea, I think that might be reverse reverb and delay but i might be thinking of the guitar track?
Please do a vocal analysis about Dosed by Red Hot too, I would tell you that you gonna be surprised cause John's voice and Anthony's voice become a unique voice and since 2001 until today I DON'T KNOW who sing in the begining of chorus, I get confused everytime that i hear it..looks like angels voices, great backing vocals in the course of the music
Maybe otherside? Really wild backing vocals by John there
pleaaaseee o please make a video about NIN's Last or We're in this together now