Anthony Kiedis

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Recent Role:
Himself on Planet Rock
Gender:
Male
Born:
11-1-1962
Birthplace:
Grand Rapids Michigan
Birth Name:
Anthony Kiedis
AKA:
Swan
Vocalist Anthony Kiedis went from playing Sylvester Stallone's son in the movie F.I.S.T. to becoming one of the most influential artists in the alternative rock boom of the early '90s. As the frontman for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kiedis has inspired a generation of musicians with a hankering for both punk and funk; however, the maturation of Kiedis' songwriting -- from the goofy party music of the Red Hot Chili Peppers' early albums to the group's reflective commercial breakthrough "Under the Bridge" -- is one of rock's biggest surprises. Kiedis was born in Grand Rapids, MI, on November 1,More 1962. After his parents divorced, 11-year-old Kiedis moved with his father to Los Angeles. Kiedis spent much of his youth listening to Sly Stone, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, and Stevie Wonder, artists who would eventually shape the Red Hot Chili Peppers' sound. During the '80s, the Red Hot Chili Peppers were one of America's most popular cult bands. When guitarist Hillel Slovak died of a drug overdose in 1988, Kiedis started questioning his own indulgence in narcotics. Kiedis participated in Trip on This, an anti-drug video with Jane's Addiction and the Beastie Boys, in 1992. In addition to his work with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kiedis has acted as well, appearing in movies such as The Chase, Point Break, and Tough Guys.

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    10 Perfect
    this man is a genius! hide show

    I recently finished reading Anthony's biography, 'Scar Tissue', which tells us of his rollercoaster ride of a life so far!! Anthony has battled out the devastating effects of drugs, at one point through the sad loss of the Red Hot Chili Peppers first guitarist, Hillel Slovak. Only in the last few months have I listened to some of the Red Hot Chili Peppers music from the 1980's, and it is as good as the stuff now! Anthony Kiedies is a lyrical genius! He is so insperational and I love his input to the bands music. I hope that he, Flea, John and Chad continue to make great music for many years to come!

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    10 Perfect
    Anthony Kiedis is the singer for the Red Hot Chili Peppers. In the past, he has battled drug abuse, injuries, and losing friends, but he has remained an influential lyrical singer for over 20 years. hide show

    All I really need to say is that he's in the Red Hot Chili Peppers, enough said. However, the review will not let me, so here I go. Anthony Kiedis, is a mirror of Freddie Mercury. He has a great voice that he uses properly, and puts it to good use. He writes some of the best lyrics you will ever here, and he always manages to stay in key, and on beat. His voice is just as amazing live as on a CD, so any aspiring singers should definitely look up to him for inspiration. Take my advice, and take after him for singing, it will do you well.

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