Thursday, April 13, 2023

Musical Geography Lesson by State - Dani California

In this edition of Musical Geography by State, California is in the spotlight due directly in the song, "Dani California" by the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Formed in 1982 in Los Angeles

Discography has 13 albums

Genres considered - alternative rock, funk, punk rock, hard rock, hip hop, & psychedelic rock

Original lineup - Anthony Kiedis (vocal), Flea (bass), Chad Smith (drums), John Frusciante (guitar)

Over 120 million records sold worldwide - one of the best-selling bands of all time

Records - Most No. 1 singles (15), Most cumulative weeks at No. 1 (91), Most Top 10 singles (28) on Billboard Alternative Songs chart

Honors -

6 Grammy Awards

Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2012)

Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (2022)

Global Icon Award at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards

(Wikipedia)

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