This band is an good band. It's not as "great" as ppl are making it out to be. COMPLETELY overrated but don't label me as a hater. Californication is literally everything to me. It is the greatest album to me ever and that will never change. Pure bliss. But that era is gone. John is gone. His style was like no other. If RHCP continued in the Californication/ BTW style but evolved it a little more, I would rate it higher. The reason I am rating it as high as I am because of those two albums. BSSM is nowhere near Californication territory although it is an excellent album.

One of the best bands in music. And much more original than all but a handful. That they incorporate different styles or genres in their music is only a part of their originality. It's their attitude dude! And their professionalism and proficiency as musicians & overall artists. These guys are truly great performers in every way. That is rare. My favorite song? Soul To Squeeze & Under The Bridge are tied. Album? Duh!

By the Way and Stadium Arcadium were the best to me.

The world's worst frontman ruins quality white party funk band.

RHCPs changed music with their incredible style and energy. I have savored the experience of listening to their music for the better part of my life. I remember hearing Blood Sugar Sex Magik when it came out it blew my mind. They have continually rewarded us with great music with integrity. I recommend all of their albums not a mediocre in the bunch.

One of the best bands of the 90s. Always plays with so much heart and energy on stage. Great guitar of course. Disappointed John left, but at least it was on good terms this time.

They are truly amazing!

They are far past their prime studio-wise. Ever since John Frusciante left, they have not been quite as good. They're still a great live band though.

Best album is Blood suger sex magik, then By the way and californication are like tied.

but i still prefer the greatist hits album

started to suck after Californication, Bloodsugar album is their best