Flea appearance on Danny Elfman So-Lo discussion
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Mr. E brought this Flea thing to my attention.
My CD copy of So-Lo doesn't have the "thank you" section, so
I dug up my vinyl copy of the album.
Sure enough, one "Michael Flea" is thanked for "extra bass work".
Here's what we do know about Flea...
Real name: Michael Balzary
Grew up in Los Angeles (Boingo's home city)
RHCP's first album debuted the same year as Danny Elfman So-Lo.
I guess the only thing there really is to debate, is which
So-Lo tracks did Flea contribute to?
Send me your thoughts!
Here is the letter from Mr.E that started all of this:
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Hi, I do not know if you are a fan of Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers or not, but he played bass on Danny Elfman's 1984, SO-LO record. His name is on the credits as Mike B. the Flea. and is given thanks for the extra bass work. I am certain that he is playing on Everybody Needs and Tough As Nails. I am very familiar with his bass playing style and beleive I can tell the difference between him and Kerry Hatch or John Avila. I think it is worthy of listing in your song history section, since Flea is at least equally famous for his bass playing and music. I think fans of both artists would find it interesting to know.
~ Mr.E