Flea bassist, Legendary Bassist from Alton Dies __ Music Icon Flea Passes Away – A Heartfelt Tribute - video Dailymotion

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Join us in honoring the life and legacy of Flea, the legendary bassist from Alton, who has left an indelible mark on the music world. In this heartfelt tribute, we celebrate Flea's incredible career, his influence on countless musicians, and the unforgettable music he created.   Explore the journey of this music icon, from his humble beginnings to becoming a global superstar. Flea's unique style, passion, and energy made him a true legend in the world of bass guitar. Hear stories from fellow musicians, fans, and those who knew him best as we remember the man behind the music.  This video is a tribute to Flea's extraordinary talent and the joy he brought to millions through his art. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations of musicians and music lovers alike.   #Flea #LegendaryBassist #MusicIcon #Tribute #RIPFlea #MusicLegends #BassGuitar #RockMusic #MusicHistory #FleaForever

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00:00Flea, legendary bassist from Alton Dice.

00:04Although his legal name was Montbodin,

00:06his friends, family, and fans will always remember him as Flea,

00:10the renowned bassist of the pop-punk band Judge Nothing.

00:15On October 1st, 2024, Flea passed away in Godfrey.

00:19Flea, an Alton native,

00:21made a name for himself as a musician right away.

00:24As a student at SIUE,

00:26he joined the band Judge Nothing,

00:28and the young musicians went around the country.

00:31They performed live alongside well-known performers

00:34like Joan Jett and Green Day,

00:36and Thick Records released two of their albums.

00:39The band's drummer, Andy Dykman,

00:42recalls Flea as a close friend.

00:44We took a smelly van across the country,

00:46making enough memories and experiences for a lifetime,

00:50according to Dykman.

00:52We also played music.

00:53Our close relationship was maintained

00:56even after our time in the band ended.

00:58Even our dogs and our wives were close friends.

01:01The remaining members of the band were Doug Nothing,

01:04Rob Waggoner, Carlos Huddleston,

01:07Mark Canack, and Brian Leitner.

01:10The musicians maintained their friendship

01:12even as Judge Nothing gained more notoriety.

01:15Their Midwest roots never left them,

01:17and they frequently identified as Rock from Alton, IL.

01:22Dykman grew up traveling with Flea,

01:25and he has many happy memories

01:26of their time spent traveling.

01:28The van smelled like roadies, oil, pickles, rot,

01:32dirty socks, and flatulence, he recalled.

01:36After a late night in Omaha,

01:38he recalls being awakened by blasting bagpipes

01:41played by a member of Beef Curtains,

01:44a wake-up call that Flea managed to stifle.

01:47The band members stayed close friends

01:49even after the group disbanded.

01:51Dykman and Flea both went back to the Riverbend area.

01:55Following his passion for running,

01:56Flea enjoyed training alongside his wife, Lisa,

01:59and their dogs.

02:01He participated in volunteer work

02:03with the Per Marquette Park Cabin Restoration Project

02:06and the Alton Chapter of the Sierra Club.

02:09He spent the rest of his life as a bass player.

02:12Although the rock world is in mourning for Flea,

02:15his legacy will endure in the music of Judge Nothing

02:19and in the recollections of his loved ones.

02:22He was the kindest, gentlest person I have ever encountered.

02:26According to Dykman, he always led a simple life

02:30and found joy in the little things.

02:33Flea, I will miss you so much.

Flea bassist, Legendary Bassist from Alton Dies __ Music Icon Flea Passes Away – A Heartfelt Tribute

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