10 Anticipated Rock Music Albums Coming Out In 2022
1. Red Hot Chili Peppers - TBA
The news that John Frusciante had rejoined the Red Hot Chili Peppers 2019, marked a significant moment for the veteran monks of funk. The announcement preceded the outbreak of the Coronavirus by several months, however, putting a kibosh on their plans to start recording.
This will mark Frusciante's third stint with the band. He originally left after helping shape the group's seminal album Blood Sugar Sex Magik in '91. After years of battling with heroin addiction, he rejoined them once more, steering them into a more melodic phase of their career with Californication - only to leave again in 2009.
The musical synergy between Flea's bass and Frusciante's guitar is unmatched. It's no secret that the Guitar Jesus has been the driving force behind each album he's been involved with. Although replacement guitarist Josh Klinghoffer has created some brilliant work with the Chilis, they've been lacking something. The other three members only seem to function at the top of their game when Frusciante's in the mix.
Not only do the group have their creative force again, but Rick Rubin was also confirmed as the man behind the mixing desk. Last August he revealed that he was helping the Chilis put the finishing touches on their new record. With a worldwide tour kicking off in June, it's likely the band will drop some new music in the next few months.