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Red Hot Chili Peppers' Flea Releases Solo Jazz Album 'Honora'
The eccentric bassist explores his lifelong love of jazz and the trumpet on his debut solo record.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 7:00pm
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Flea's jazz-inspired solo album 'Honora' showcases the Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist's lifelong passion for improvisation and experimentation.Wichita TodayRed Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has released his first-ever solo album, a jazz record titled 'Honora'. The 10-track album features Flea showcasing his skills on the trumpet, which he has long considered his first musical love before fate led him to rock stardom. The album includes both original compositions and covers, with collaborations from artists like Thom Yorke and Nick Cave.
Why it matters
Flea's solo jazz album 'Honora' represents a creative departure from his work with the iconic Red Hot Chili Peppers, allowing him to explore his early musical passions and showcase his versatility as a multi-instrumentalist. The album's blend of jazz, rock, and guest collaborations will likely appeal to both Flea's longtime fans and new listeners interested in his artistic evolution.
The details
Flea's 'Honora' opens with the psychedelic instrumental 'Golden Wingship', which blends free jazz with familiar rock instrumentation. The album then transitions into Flea's trumpet-driven jazz compositions, including the nearly 8-minute track 'A Plea' that features his impassioned lyrical vocals. In addition to original tracks, 'Honora' includes covers of songs by Funkadelic, Frank Ocean, and Glen Campbell (with Nick Cave on vocals). Flea has assembled an impressive list of collaborators for the album, including Thom Yorke.
- Flea's 'Honora' was released on April 15, 2026.
The players
Flea
The eccentric bassist and co-founder of the iconic rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers, who is releasing his first-ever solo album, a jazz record titled 'Honora'.
Thom Yorke
The Radiohead frontman who is featured as a collaborator on Flea's 'Honora' album.
Nick Cave
The acclaimed singer-songwriter who provides vocals on a cover of Glen Campbell's 'Wichita Lineman' on Flea's 'Honora' album.
What they’re saying
“Now we are human beings right here. Human beings We're here, together. Live for peace Live for love It's all we got See the god in everyone.”
— Flea, Bassist
What’s next
Flea is expected to promote the 'Honora' album with a series of live jazz performances, potentially including appearances at major music festivals.
The takeaway
Flea's solo jazz album 'Honora' represents an artistic evolution for the renowned Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist, allowing him to explore his early musical passions and showcase his versatility as a multi-instrumentalist. The album's blend of jazz, rock, and high-profile collaborations will likely appeal to both longtime fans and new listeners interested in Flea's creative journey.
