"Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has announced his debut solo album, Honora, which will be out March 27 on Nonesuch Records. The album showcases his early interconnected loves of jazz and playing trumpet. Honora was produced by saxophonist Josh Johnson, who plays on it along with guitarist Jeff Parker, bassist Anna Butterss, and drummer Deantoni Parks. Flea sings on the record, as do his Atoms For Peace bandmate Thom Yorke and Nick Cave,"
"The album includes " A Plea," which was released in December, and the new single is "Traffic Lights" that features Thom Yorke on vocals. Watch the video below. Flea and his Honora Band will also be touring, including a few US shows in May. The NYC stop is at Webster Hall on May 12 and tickets go on sale Friday, January 23 at 10 AM local time."
"Honora Golden Wingship A Plea Traffic Lights Frailed Morning Cry Maggot Brain Wichita Lineman Thinkin Bout You Willow Weep for Me Free As I Want to Be FLEA AND THE HONORA BAND ON TOUR May 7 Thalia Hall Chicago, IL May 9 Opera House Toronto, ON May 10 Théâtre Beanfield Montreal, QC May 12 Webster Hall New York, NY May 13 Black Cat Washington, DC"
Honora will be released March 27 on Nonesuch Records. The album showcases Flea's early interconnected loves of jazz and trumpet playing. Saxophonist Josh Johnson produced the record and performs alongside guitarist Jeff Parker, bassist Anna Butterss and drummer Deantoni Parks. Flea provides vocals, with guest vocalists including Thom Yorke and Nick Cave, and instrumental contributions from Mauro Refosco and Nate Walcott. The tracklist mixes six originals with covers of songs by George Clinton and Eddie Hazel, Jimmy Webb, Frank Ocean and Shea Taylor, and Ann Ronell. Singles include "A Plea" and "Traffic Lights" featuring Thom Yorke. Flea and the Honora Band will tour multiple cities in May.
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