Honora Decomposed Berklee‑honed chord language and hook

Berklee‑honed chord language and hook craft intact

Michael Henderson (electric bass)

offering a fresh and bold perspective on contemporary music

melding traditional instrumentation with modern sensibilities

a poignant and powerful piece that showcases the composer’s mastery of choral and orchestral writing

Honora Decomposed Berklee‑honed chord language and hookHonora is Fleas debut solo album, released March 27, 2026 on Nonesuch Records and conceived as a jazzleaning project that lets him return to his first instrument, the trumpet, after nearly five decades as the kinetic bassist of Red Hot Chili Peppers. Produced by LA saxophonist Josh Johnson, the record was largely cut in February 2025 with a dream ensemble of contemporary jazz players including Johnson, guitarist Jeff Parker, bassist Anna Butterss, and