Rick Rubin

An under the weather Billy Corgan has revealed that Smashing Pumpkins are currently at work in the studio with uber producer Rick Rubin in a post to Instagram.

Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman and Grand Rapids native Anthony Kiedis opened up about the band's upcoming album, the departure of long-time guitarist John Frusciante, and the possible title of the new record.

After five quiet years, the Red Hot Chili Peppers look poised to return in a big way in 2011. According to drummer Chad Smith, the group, which now includes guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, is midway to completing its next album and already has touring plans set for next summer.