Silent Uproar — According to MusicRadar, John Frusciante has once again parted ways with the Red Hot Chili Peppers. L.A. guitarist Josh Klinghoffer (Tricky, PJ Harvey, Gnarls Barkley) will reportedly take over in his absence. [musicradar.com] more info
Starpulse — Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante has quit the group to concentrate on his solo career, according to reports. The Californication hit-makers reconvened earlier this year after a two year hiatus[...] Read more! more info
Jam! Showbiz Music, Canada — Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante has quit the group to concentrate on his solo career, according to reports. more info
Stereogum — There are indeed reports that Frusciante's left/been replaced by LA studio/touring guitarist Josh Klinghoffer. Now you have something to talk to your dad about at Christmas. Info at TwentyFourBit. more info
Guardian Music — Paul Morley introduces his alternative view of the decade that wasI don't know about you – and I'll just get this out of my system before the ghost of Christmas past comes to give me what for – but if there's one thing worse than a care... more info
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