RHCP frontman Anthony Kiedis hospitalised

There are concerns for the health of The Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis.

The American rock band has been forced to cancel an appearance at a California radio station’s annual concert, after Kiedis, 53, was hospitalised.

Bass player, Flea confirmed the news, telling the crowd that they would be unable to perform without their charismatic lead singer.

Flea did not elaborate on Kiedis’ condition, simply saying he was on his way to a hospital for medical reasons.