60 Songs That Explain the '90s “Can’t Stop”—The Red Hot Chili Peppers
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Jul 9, 2025 
Katie White and Jules De Martino of The Ting Tings join Rob to delve into the chaotic beauty of the Red Hot Chili Peppers' music. They discuss how Flea’s bass skills inspire their own artistry and share anecdotes about the emotional impact of songs like 'Tear Jerker,' a heartfelt tribute to Kurt Cobain. The trio also reflects on the band's evolution and their influence on aspiring musicians, while celebrating the nostalgic energy of 'Can't Stop' and its enduring legacy in shaping musical identities.
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Impact of Rock Star Deaths
- Death of iconic rock stars profoundly shapes fans' emotional experience and music culture.
- Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain's passing inspired many eulogies that blend mourning with survivor’s guilt.
Eddie Vedder on Rock Stardom
- Eddie Vedder's "Immortality" expresses the pressures and pain of rock stardom.
- His reluctance to directly reference Kurt Cobain highlights sensitivity to exploitation of tragedy.
Michael Stipe's Kurt Cobain Plea
- Michael Stipe wrote "Let Me In" as an unmade phone call plea to Kurt Cobain.
- The lyric "I had a mind to try and stop you" conveys his desperation and regret.
