What Flea finds so fascinating, is that McCartney’s playing contradicts the typical role of a rock bass player. “The melody is already there,” he says.

So, for a younger bass player, getting praise from him has to be a sort of dream-come-true moment. Now, Thundercat has had that pleasure, as he is apparently Flea’s favorite modern bass player.

Flea's basslines were arguably the most important element of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. But some we consider great, Flea was unsure about.

Flea's Pick For Greatest Rock Bass Player. If you listen to recent Flea interviews, it's almost as if he is trying to put together his dream rock supergroup.

Flea is renowned for his bass playing ability and his great live shows, but what is the best live performance he's ever seen?

Flea Names Thundercat "the Best Bass Player on the Planet" He called Thundercat's recent set with DOMi and JD Beck one of the greatest concerts ever. Photo via @flea333 on Instagram.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: vCaem/Gijsbert Hanekroot/Redferns) and Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images Flea has named the ...

Ask anyone to list their favourite bass players and chances are Flea's name will crop up. As the super energetic, slap-happy and endlessly creative bassist for Red Hot Chili Peppers, what this man ...

For many, Flea’s wildly energetic slap bass antics and funk-sharpened attack make him one of the greatest bass players in the world. But now the Red Hot Chili Peppers maestro has named the ...