“The gift he gave lives on”: the one bassist Flea called “a masterpiece of a human being”
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- Flea reflects on diverse musical influences across jazz, punk, and metal that shaped his artistic philosophy centred on authenticity and emotional commitment
- He credits Cliff Burton as a transformative bassist whose sophisticated harmonic approach transcended typical heavy metal bass roles
- Burton's innovations continue shaping Metallica's compositions decades after his 1986 death, exemplifying lasting artistic legacy