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For his first solo album, Flea trades in his bass for his first love -- jazz trumpet

NPR | By A Martínez
Published March 26, 2026 at 3:42 AM CDT

Known for playing bass guitar in the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Flea is releasing his first solo album -- and it features his first love: jazz trumpet. It's called "Honora."

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A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.
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