The Red Hot Chili Peppers are an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1983. Known for their fusion of punk, funk, and psychedelic rock, their music frequently incorporates elements of rap. The group, which includes key members Anthony Kiedis and Flea, is renowned for its energetic live shows and notable hits like "Under the Bridge" and "Californication". Their influential work has significantly shaped the alternative rock genre and earned them induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012.