Shavo Odadjian Explains the ‘Gift’ of Producer Rick Rubin + Why Some Acts Are Critical
The System bassist explains what he does and how it impacts bands.
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The Best Bassist of All Time?
It's probably not who you'd expect.
11 Ways Metal + Pop Really Aren’t That Different
From stage production to the same producers, there's plenty of similarities.
How Rick Rubin Talked Johnny Cash Into Covering Nine Inch Nails
Producer reveals background of classic version of "Hurt."
Why Rick Rubin and Beastie Boys Ran From Chili Peppers Rehearsal
Anthony Kiedis recalls 1985 moment when producer believed "somebody was gonna get murdered."
Rick Rubin Reveals Which System of a Down Lyric Serj Tankian Spontaneously Pulled From a Book
You've sang it a million times.
Why Josh Klinghoffer Didn’t Like Working With Rick Rubin on Red Hot Chili Peppers Album, ‘Way More a Hindrance’
Can your 'driver come get you?'
Josh Klinghoffer Wishes He’d Told Rick Rubin to Leave RHCP Studio
Former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist says the producer was "way more a hindrance than a help."
Flea ‘Didn’t See a Lot’ of Rick Rubin During RHCP Sessions
Bassist says producer attended one rehearsal for ‘Unlimited Love.’
Geezer Butler Says Rick Rubin’s Studio Approach Was ‘Ridiculous’
Bassist still bemused over collaboration on Black Sabbath's final album.
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ ‘Californication’ Is Now a Video Game
Immerse yourself in the world of Red Hot Chili Peppers.