Those Chili Pepper Guitarists Trivia Quiz

Answer: Arik Marshall

This episode is about Krusty the Klown losing his television show and the Simpson kids organizing a comeback special. Guest stars on this episode include all members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bette Midler, Elizabeth Taylor, Hugh Hefner, Johnny Carson and Luke Perry.

Answer: Hillel Slovak

Hillel Slovak, Jack Irons, Anthony Kiedis and Michael Balzary formed the Red Hot Chili Peppers at Fairfax High School in the early 1980s. If the name Michael Balzary isn't a familiar name, you might better recognize his stage name, Flea.
Hillel was born in Haifa, Israel on April 13, 1962 and passed away from a drug overdose on June 25, 1988.

Answer: John Frusciante

One of John's more popular solo albums is titled "Niandra LaDes & Usually Just a T-shirt", recorded in 1994. This album was recorded after his first departure from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and while heavily under the influence of heroin. Rick Rubin and his label, American Records, were very instrumental in getting this album recorded.

Answer: Jesse Tobias

Jesse also has written music for television programs. His song "Charged" was included on the soundtrack album titled for "Buffy the Vampire Slayer". If you don't remember Tobias being in the Chili Peppers, don't feel bad. He never actually toured or recorded with the band at all.

Answer: Blackbird McKnight

Duane "Blackbird" McKnight was in the Chili Peppers briefly from 1988-1989. His incarnation with the band occurred after Hillel Slovak's death and John Frusciante's first stint with the band. McKnight has played with a great number of artists including George Clinton, Macy Gray and Herbie Hancock.

Answer: Dave Navarro

Brain Taco is a band that would get together from time to time and play old punk rock covers in and around the Los Angeles area. The band primarily featured Keith Morris and Zander Scloss from the Circle Jerks and Chad Smith from the Chili Peppers along with Navarro. Members of other bands like Porno for Pyros, White Zombie and Fishbone have also been included in the band.

The bands Ruined Eye and Honeymoon Stitch are similar bands that Navarro has performed with over the years.

Answer: John Frusciante

John is truly a genius. A few of his paintings were published in a book titled "Musicians as Artists". One painting in particular was created with Flea's daughter, Clara. In addition to music and art, John has a keen interest in mathematics, science and writing.

Answer: Arik Marshall

After the Lollapalooza ended, the band began making preparations to record their sixth album. Things became very clear that Marshall was not the person to record with, so the band took a bold step and hired Navarro to record "One Hot Minute" with.

Answer: Dave Navarro

Dave Schiffman was working on Morrisette's album and asked Dave if he would appear on a song or two. He agreed and his parts were recorded separately from Alanis' parts. The two never actually met during the recording of the song. Navarro has also played on songs recorded by Nine Inch Nails, Guns 'N Roses, P. Diddy, Moby, Christina Aguilera, Michelle Branch and Mariah Carey. Very versatile guitar player, indeed.

Answer: Hillel Slovak

Hillel was the heart and soul of the band. When he passed away, the void he left was immense. His death nearly led to the break-up of the band. By writing these songs, the band was able to find some solace from their suffering and they could go on as a band.

The memory of Hillel is very much a part of the band's success and he is remembered every day by the surviving members. The song "Under the Bridge" is also about the band's drug use during the era.