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| - | :"Though [[Mike Watt]] has not had much mainstream success or visibility, he is often cited as a key figure in the development of American [[alternative rock]]: the [[Red Hot Chili Peppers]] dedicated their hugely successful ''[[Blood Sugar Sex Magik]]'' (1991) to him. " | ||
| - | '''''Blood Sugar Sex Magik''''' is the fifth studio album by [[United States|American]] [[alternative rock]] band [[Red Hot Chili Peppers]], released on [[September 24]], [[1991]]. Produced by [[Rick Rubin]], it was the band's first record released on [[Warner Bros. Records]]. The musical styles of ''Blood Sugar Sex Magik'' differed notably from the techniques employed on the Chili Peppers' preceding album, ''[[Mother's Milk]]'', and featured little use of [[Heavy metal music|heavy metal]] guitar riffs. The album's subject matter incorporated sexual innuendos and references to drugs and death as well as themes of lust and exuberance. | + | '''Warner Bros. Records Inc.''' is an [[United States|American]] [[record label]] that operates as a wholly owned [[subsidiary]] of [[Warner Music Group]]. It is internationally known as '''WEA International Inc.''' It is also affectionately known as the Bunny, based on the [[Bugs Bunny]] cart |
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| - | The album has sold over seven million copies in the United States alone and became the Chili Peppers' introduction into popularity and critical acclaim. ''Blood Sugar Sex Magik'' produced many hits for the band, including "[[Give It Away]]", "[[Under the Bridge]]", "[[Suck My Kiss]]", and "[[Breaking the Girl]]". The record also marked the departure of guitarist [[John Frusciante]] mid-tour in 1992, until his return in 1998. ''Blood Sugar Sex Magik'' was praised as a foundation for alternative rock in the 1990s, with Steve Huey of [[Allmusic]] commenting that the record was "...probably the best album the Chili Peppers will ever make." | + | |
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Warner Bros. Records Inc. is an American record label that operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Warner Music Group. It is internationally known as WEA International Inc. It is also affectionately known as the Bunny, based on the Bugs Bunny cart
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