Flea, born Michael Peter Balzary, is best known as the bassist and founding member of the legendary rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers. This Australian-born American musician has been slapping and popping his way through funk-rock history since the early 1980s. Flea's energetic stage presence and innovative bass playing have become synonymous with the Chili Peppers' iconic sound.

Beyond his work with RHCP, Flea has collaborated with numerous artists across various genres. He's also dipped his toes into acting, appearing in films like "Back to the Future Part II" and "The Big Lebowski." Known for his social activism and philanthropy, Flea co-founded the Silverlake Conservatory of Music, a non-profit music education organization in Los Angeles.