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Flea Unveils Debut Solo LP Honora, Yorke-Fronted Traffic Lights and Tour
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Flea Unveils Debut Solo LP Honora, Yorke-Fronted Traffic Lights and Tour

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has announced his debut solo album, Honora, due March 27 on Nonesuch, featuring six originals and several covers with jazz/trumpet influences. Thom Yorke sings on the track Traffic Lights, and Flea will tour with the Honora Band in May, including a Webster Hall NYC show, with additional dates across the US and Europe and collaborators like Nick Cave, Mauro Refosco, and Josh Johnson listed among the contributors.

Flea Debuts Solo Jazz-Infused Album Honora, Unveils Traffic Lights with Thom Yorke
music1 month ago

Flea Debuts Solo Jazz-Infused Album Honora, Unveils Traffic Lights with Thom Yorke

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has announced his first solo album, Honora, a jazz-infused project due March 27, 2026 on Nonesuch. The release features six originals plus covers, with Thom Yorke contributing to Traffic Lights (co-written with Josh Johnson) and other guests including Nick Cave; the band lineup includes Josh Johnson, Jeff Parker, Anna Butterss and Deantoni Parks. Flea also plans an international HONORA tour in May in select North American and European cities.

"Flea's Quirky Compound Near Los Angeles Hits Market Again for $7M"
entertainment1 year ago

"Flea's Quirky Compound Near Los Angeles Hits Market Again for $7M"

Red Hot Chili Pepper bassist Flea has relisted his unique compound in the La Crescenta foothills of Los Angeles for just under $7 million, featuring a glassy main house designed by architect Michael Maltzan, a 1950s home by noted modernist architect Richard Neutra, an 875-square-foot addition, a pool, a cabin, and an outdoor movie pavilion. The property, known as the “Dorothy Serulnic Residence,” offers sweeping mountain and city lights views, a curvilinear penny-tiled bathroom, and Neutra-designed built-ins, and is listed by The Beverly Hills Estates and Compass.

"Flea of Red Hot Chili Peppers Relists L.A. Home for Nearly $7M"
entertainment1 year ago

"Flea of Red Hot Chili Peppers Relists L.A. Home for Nearly $7M"

Red Hot Chili Peppers' Flea has relisted his L.A. area home for just under $7 million, aiming to make a $3 million profit after purchasing it for $4.25 million in 2018. The five-acre estate in La Crescenta features a main house with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, striking mountain views, and an additional original house built in 1953 with two bedrooms, along with a one-bedroom cabin bordering the Angeles National Forest. The property also includes a 50-foot-long lap pool and a catering kitchen, and is listed by Sherri Rogers with Compass and Branden Williams with The Beverly Hills Estates.

Flea's Quest to Remake Red Hot Chili Peppers' First Album and Overcome Musical Insecurities
music2 years ago

Flea's Quest to Remake Red Hot Chili Peppers' First Album and Overcome Musical Insecurities

Flea, bassist of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, expresses his desire to remake the band's debut album, "The Red Hot Chili Peppers," released in 1984. Despite considering the songs to be good, Flea regrets the lineup changes and the connection with the replacement members. He also reflects on his favorite albums, including "Blood Sugar Sex Magik" and "Californication." Flea remains optimistic about the band's future and their dedication to music. The Red Hot Chili Peppers' most recent album is "Return of the Dream Canteen" in 2022.

Anthony Kiedis and Flea's Emotional Moment Reveals Musician's Self-Doubt
music2 years ago

Anthony Kiedis and Flea's Emotional Moment Reveals Musician's Self-Doubt

Red Hot Chili Peppers' frontman Anthony Kiedis opened up about his lack of confidence in considering himself a musician during a heartfelt conversation with bandmate Flea on the bass player's podcast. The discussion brought both of them to tears, and Flea praised Kiedis as a great singer who continues to improve. Despite his doubts, Kiedis has been the lead vocalist for the band for 40 years. The Red Hot Chili Peppers recently kicked off their European tour.

Anthony Kiedis Denies Being a Musician, According to Flea
music2 years ago

Anthony Kiedis Denies Being a Musician, According to Flea

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea revealed that his bandmate Anthony Kiedis doesn't consider himself a musician and has had no formal music education. In a tearful conversation on Flea's podcast, Kiedis expressed his self-doubt. Flea, however, praised Kiedis as a great singer who has improved over time and has a unique sound. Flea also discussed his approach to interviewing and the importance of authenticity in music.

Flea on God, worst album, and missed vices.
music2 years ago

Flea on God, worst album, and missed vices.

Flea, the bassist of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, discusses his belief in God, the importance of music education, and his podcast "This Little Light" which benefits the nonprofit Silverlake Conservatory. He also talks about his current tour with the Chili Peppers, his love for running and chess, and missing smoking. Flea shares his favorite and least favorite Chili Peppers albums and reflects on his life at 60.