Sleeve M; Vinyl M. Mother's Milk is the fourth studio album by Red Hot Chili Peppers, released on August 16, 1989. This album marked a significant turning point for the band, introducing guitarist John Frusciante and drummer Chad Smith, whose contributions helped shape the band's evolving sound. Mother's Milk blends funk, punk, and rock elements, featuring standout tracks like "Knock Me Down," "Higher Ground" (a Stevie Wonder cover), and "Taste the Pain." The album's energetic and eclectic style laid the groundwork for the band's subsequent mainstream success. A massive album!