Flea's Jazz Odyssey: From Funk Rock to Trumpet Meditations

Bassist Flea, known for his work with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, has unveiled a new, deeply personal jazz project titled 'Honora'. During the band's extensive 2022-2024 global tour, Flea, aged 63, rediscovered his childhood passion for the trumpet, dedicating his downtime to honing his skills on the instrument.

This practice has culminated in 'Honora', a 10-track jazz odyssey that blends Flea's original compositions with innovative covers. The album features an impressive lineup of collaborators, including Thom Yorke and Nick Cave. Flea offers his unique take on iconic tracks like Funkadelic's 'Maggot Brain' and Frank Ocean's 'Thinkin Bout You', infusing them with his signature soulful expression.

'Honora' is described as a sincere, exploratory, and soulful endeavor, moving far beyond dilettantism. It highlights Flea's thoughtful trumpet playing over various musical landscapes, from minimalist dub grooves to string arrangements. The project also includes Flea's own narration on tracks calling for peace and love amidst global chaos.