10 Almost Perfect Alternative Rock Albums

This was a transitional record. The group had matured. Proving themselves as the funkiest, most energetic cats on the block was no longer at the forefront of the agenda. They group exposed themselves as individuals, who had not been unscathed by the rock 'n' roll lifestyle.

Fresh out of rehab, John Frusciante returned to the Chili Peppers with a creative drive that was sorely needed. His guitar had a gentle and tender groove to it; a huge department from his aggressive playing on Blood Sugar Sex Magik. Flea dedicated himself to more mellow melodies, filling the gaps with far fewer notes, and Chad Smith had no issue giving his drums a rest. Anthony Kiedis dabbled with addressing his drug addiction on Under The Bridge, but on this record he seemed more willing to admit his faults and accept his sobriety as a blessing.

The band weren't completely willing to let go of the punk-funk aggression, though. Right On Time jumped between a chaotic verse, with crashing cymbals and rapped lyrics, before quickly changing tack with a softly sung chorus. It was an interesting mix of sounds, but it's not a song people jump to when you mention this album.