Niandra Lades & Usually Just a T-Shirt by John Frusciante (CD, Jun-2003, American Recordings USA)

This album simply blows me away. john frusciante simply is the purest form of a musician there has ever been. He is true to himself and to his music. YOu can simply feel the pulse of these songs. These tracks may not be for everyone, but anyone who is a true John fan should enjoy these tracks and appreciate his trek to where he is at now. final thought is these lo-fi tunes and lyrics simply blow my mind, i cannot comprehend.

I remember buying this CD when it first came out. I was so broken up by Frusciante's leaving RHCP at the time and couldn't wait to hear what he had done as a "solo artist." At first I did not know what to think. I thought it was brilliant, but there was also a part of me that was somewhat disappointed in the record. I didn't really come to fully appreciate this record until I learned more about what was going on with his life at the time. Now, of course, it all makes perfect sense and the music means a lot more to me. In light of his other releases, this one is only memorable because of the bizarre nature of it. There are some very beautiful moments, some really innovative playing and recording techniques... and as a work of art, it's very poignant and honest. Raw. Again, I love this album, but I would not call it his best. (I think The Empyrean is his best so far, followed by Shadows Collide With People and Inside of Emptiness). But nevertheless, this album has probably inspired me more than almost any album ever has.

love this classic record!!
glad to see it in the sealed package!
for the collectors out there this is the white not classic brown color record.
if that matters or not who knows?
an amazing album none the less!!!
thanx
G

Great! I have all his CDs and recommend this one to anyone who likes his music. I like some of his other CDs better but this is still great!

This album is very disjointed and sounds like the ravings of a spaced out junkie. I would classify it as junkie music, but i have heard such a higher quality of song writing and playing from other musicians that are/were addicts. Being a hugh Peppers fan, I was very disappointed. The songs on this record are not even worth listening too.