Shavo Odadjian Explains the ‘Gift’ of Producer Rick Rubin + Why Some Acts Are Critical
The System bassist explains what he does and how it impacts bands.
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The Best Bassist of All Time?
It's probably not who you'd expect.
How Rick Rubin Talked Johnny Cash Into Covering Nine Inch Nails
Producer reveals background of classic version of "Hurt."
Why Rick Rubin and Beastie Boys Ran From Chili Peppers Rehearsal
Anthony Kiedis recalls 1985 moment when producer believed "somebody was gonna get murdered."
Rick Rubin Reveals Which System of a Down Lyric Serj Tankian Spontaneously Pulled From a Book
You've sang it a million times.
Josh Klinghoffer Wishes He’d Told Rick Rubin to Leave RHCP Studio
Former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist says the producer was "way more a hindrance than a help."
Chad Smith Says Red Hot Chili Peppers Brought Rick Rubin to Tears
Producer reportedly "got really emotional" during the band's recording sessions.
Flea ‘Didn’t See a Lot’ of Rick Rubin During RHCP Sessions
Bassist says producer attended one rehearsal for ‘Unlimited Love.’
Geezer Butler Still Doesn’t Know What Producer Rick Rubin Did on Black Sabbath’s ’13’ Album
He called the producer's way of thinking 'ridiculous.'
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ ‘Californication’ Is Now a Video Game
Immerse yourself in the world of Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Rick Rubin Regrets ‘Weird’ Time Working on AC/DC’s ‘Ballbreaker’
Producer says “dream-come-true” experience collapsed over studio choice.
System of a Down Had a Massive Fight Over That ‘Tapeworm’ Lyric While Making ‘Toxicity’
Rick Rubin recalls the 'Toxicity' fight and thinking it may break the band up.