Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond

Flea

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Apr 12, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Flea's Piano Journey

  • Flea, inspired by his music theory studies at USC, developed a passion for piano.
  • He finds that time away from practicing improves his skills, showcasing subconscious learning.
INSIGHT

Impact of Music Theory

  • Studying music theory significantly impacted Flea's bass playing by enhancing his understanding of chord-bass line relationships.
  • This knowledge expanded his arsenal of musical colors, improving his bass lines and compositions.
ANECDOTE

Creation of "Not the One"

  • "Not the One" started with piano chords and evolved with band input, initially with the chorus as a bridge.
  • John Frusciante's chord change and Flea's added bass melody enhanced the final version.
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