One Hot Minute
One Hot Minute stands as the Red Hot Chili Peppers' sixth studio album, released in 1995 following a period of significant lineup instability. This record marked the first and only full-length collaboration with guitarist Dave Navarro, who joined after John Frusciante's abrupt departure during the Blood Sugar Sex Magik Tour. This era represented a distinct sonic shift, moving away from their signature funk-rock roots to incorporate heavier textures driven by Navarro's influence. The album was released after extensive touring promotion, capturing a unique moment where the group navigated creative differences and personal struggles while maintaining commercial viability.
Quick Facts
- Artist
- Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Released
- 12 September 1995
- Recorded
- June 1994 – February 1995
- Studio
- The Sound Factory
- Hollywood
- California; Sound City
- Van Nuys
- California
- Genre
- Funk metal
- alternative rock
- hard rock
- psychedelic rock
- Length
- 61:14
- Label
- Warner Bros.
- Producer
- Rick Rubin
Facts from the source article.
Background
The formation of this specific lineup began in the wake of Frusciante's sudden exit on May 7, 1992. With shows cancelled, the band first brought in Arik Marshall to finish the tour, then briefly considered Jesse Tobias before Dave Navarro agreed to join in September. This new configuration finalized the lineup that would create One Hot Minute. The creative process was defined by the absence of Frusciante's melodic contributions, forcing the band to explore new pathways with Navarro's distinct guitar tone. While the album achieved robust sales and debuted high on major charts, it is often viewed as a bridge between their classic funk era and the future reunions. The period was characterized by internal shifts and the challenge of evolving beyond previous formulas without repeating past successes.
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warped | 5:04 |
| 2 | Aeroplane | 4:44 |
| 3 | Deep Kick | 6:34 |
| 4 | My Friends | 4:03 |
| 5 | Coffee Shop | 3:08 |
| 6 | Pea | 1:46 |
| 7 | One Big Mob | 6:01 |
| 8 | Walkabout | 5:07 |
| 9 | Tearjerker | 4:19 |
| 10 | One Hot Minute | 6:25 |
| 11 | Falling into Grace | 3:47 |
| 12 | Shallow Be Thy Game | 4:33 |
| 13 | Transcending | 5:43 |
| Total length | 61:14 | |
Track listing from the source article.
Did You Know?
- John Frusciante abruptly quit the band on May 7, 1992, forcing the cancellation of several shows during the Blood Sugar Sex Magik Tour.
- After Navarro left in April 1998 due to creative differences, John Frusciante did not return until late 1998, several months later.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was One Hot Minute released?
This fifth studio album arrived in 1995 under the Warner Bros. Records label.
How did One Hot Minute perform on charts?
It debuted strongly by reaching number 4 on the US Billboard 200 chart upon release.
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