Red Hot Chili Peppers

Last month for the first time, Red Hot Chili Peppers played Israel, birthplace of their original guitarist, Hillel Slovak. Since he OD-ed in 1988, the guitar slot has been a bit of a revolving door, with Josh Klinghoffer signing on in 2009 to replace the essential John Frusciante. Klinghoffer participated when the Chili Peppers were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year, making him the hall’s youngest inductee at 32. He’s recovering from a broken foot suffered onstage in August, which puts him in good company with frontman Anthony Kiedis, who had foot surgery earlier this year. The tour is showcasing material from last year’s solid “I’m With You,” Klinghoffer’s first recording effort with the band that is almost as old as he is. Thundercat opens. Jon Bream