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Red Hot Chili Peppers has declared that John Frusciante is rejoining the band, over a decade after he quit.
The guitarist confirmed his deviation back in December 2009, exposing he had actually left the group in the previous year. He was subsequently replaced by Josh Klinghoffer.
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Taking to Instagram tonight( December 15 ), Red Hot Chili Peppers corroborated Frusciante’s return as Klinghoffer leaves.
” The Red Hot Chili Peppers had declared that we are parting ways with our guitarist of the past ten years, Josh Klinghoffer ,” the statement began.
” Josh is a beautiful musician who we respect and adoration. We are deeply grateful for our time with him, and the countless talents he associate itself with us .”
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They added:” We also announce, with great excitement and full nerves, that John Frusciante is rejoining the working group .” See the post above.
Speaking of his decision to leave in 2009, Frusciante clarified: “When I discontinue the band, over a year ago, we were on an indefinite hiatus. There was no drama or anger involved, and the other people were very understanding.
” They are supportive of me doing whatever induces me happy and that travels both ways. To put it simply, my musical interests have led me in a different direction.”
John Frusciante first joined the Chilis in 1988 and contributed to their albums’ Mother’s Milk'( 1989) and’ Blood Sugar Sex Magik'( 1991 ). He then left the group before returning in 1998.
RHCP’s Flea, meanwhile, released his long-awaited memoir in November. Following Acid For The Children’s arrival, the bassist explained why the book doesn’t detail the band’s big career.
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