The Red Hot Chili Peppers is an American rock band formed in 1983. Founded by vocalist Anthony Kiedis and bassist Flea. The group, together with longtime drummer Chad Smith, and its most prominent guitarist John Frusciante, has sold over 80 million records worldwide. They have been nominated for sixteen Grammys and won six. Their notable songs are “Under the Bridge,” “Around the World,” “Californication,” “Can’t Stop,” “Snow (Hey Oh)” and many more. In 2009, Frusciante amicably left the band to pursue his solo projects. He was replaced by traveling session guitarist Josh Klinghoffer. In 2012, the members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.