"Curtains" is the seventh solo album by American musician John Frusciante. It was released on February 1, 2005 through Record Collection. Entirely produced by Frusciante himself, the album features contributions from other musicians, including Omar Rodriguez-Lopez and Carla Azar. Unlike most of his previous works, this album doesn't focus on heavily layered and overdubbed instrumentation but instead is mainly stripped down and features a raw sound.
The album’s tracks encompass various genres, portraying Frusciante's unique and eclectic style. Although the album doesn't stray far from his usual genre of alternative rock, it also ventures into folk and blues territory.
Frusciante notes that all songs were written in one sitting, usually taking him around an hour, out of the desire to capture the immediate creativity and emotion following the initial process of writing or playing. The only exception was 'Anne', which he stated 'took a few days'. He recorded the album in his living room, intending to create a very personal and intimate album.
Critical reception was generally positive, with critics praising the album's stripped-down production and intimate songwriting. Many have noted that the album contains some of Frusciante's most accessible and immediately enjoyable material. On the commercial side, it didn't chart in many regions but experienced moderate success in some territories.
Overall, "Curtains" exhibits Frusciante's range as a songwriter and musician, free from the constraints of his work with the Red Hot Chili Peppers. It represents an introspective and deeply personal side of his artistry.
