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Frusciante Sabotages Red Hot Chili Peppers Live Show

3/19/2025

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In a shocking turn of events during a 1992 Saturday Night Live performance, John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers sabotaged their rendition of "Under the Bridge." Disenchanted with the band's newfound fame, he played off-key and changed tempos, leaving lead singer Anthony Kiedis feeling betrayed and frustrated in front of a live audience.

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In a shocking turn of events during a 1992 Saturday Night Live performance, John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers sabotaged their rendition of "Under the Bridge." Disenchanted with the band's newfound fame, he played off-key and changed tempos, leaving lead singer Anthony Kiedis feeling betrayed and frustrated in front of a live audience.