{"title":"Flea","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Flea, an iconic figure in the realm of music and a fascinating author whose works offer a deep dive into his extraordinary life. Best known as the bassist for the globally celebrated band, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Flea’s storytelling extends beyond his bass guitar through his evocative writing. In this collection, discover the layers of his adventurous life through the poignant and humorous narrative found in his autobiography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAcid For The Children\u003c\/em\u003e, Flea’s acclaimed memoir, invites you on a journey through his vibrant and often tumultuous early years. With an authentic voice, he chronicles his evolution from a mischievous child into a music legend, showcasing the experiences and influences that shaped his unique persona. This insightful read belongs to the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, perfectly capturing the essence of Flea’s engaging and multidimensional life story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a devoted fan of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, or simply intrigued by the personal stories behind iconic musicians, Flea’s writings promise to entertain and inspire. Explore his collection and delve into the heart of a creative genius whose music and words continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"acid-for-the-children-the-autobiography-of-flea-the-red-hot-chili-peppers-legend-by-flea-9781472230836","title":"Acid For The Children - The autobiography of Flea, the Red Hot Chili Peppers legend","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlea, the iconic bassist and co-founder,\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside Anthony Kiedis, \u003cstrong\u003eof the immortal Red Hot Chili Peppers finally tells his fascinating origin story,\u003c\/strong\u003e complete with all the dizzying highs and the gutter lows you'd expect from an LA street rat turned world-famous rock star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Peter Balzary was born in Melbourne, Australia, on October 16, 1962. His more famous stage name, Flea, and his wild ride as the renowned bass player for the Red Hot Chili Peppers was in a far and distant future. Little Michael from Oz moved with his very conservative, very normal family to Westchester, New York, where life as he knew it was soon turned upside down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis parents split up and he and his sister moved into the home of his mother's free-wheeling, jazz musician boyfriend - trading in rules, stability, and barbecues for bohemian values, wildness, and Sunday afternoon jazz parties where booze, weed, and music flowed in equal measure. There began Michael's life-long journey to channel all the frustration, loneliness, love, and joy he felt into incredible rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Michael's family moved to Los Angeles in 1972, his home situation was rockier than ever. He sought out a sense of belonging elsewhere, spending most of his days partying, playing basketball, and committing petty crimes. At Fairfax High School, he met another social outcast, Anthony Kiedis, who quickly became his soul brother, the yin to his yang, his partner in mischief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMichael joined some bands, fell in love with performing, and honed his skills. But it wasn't until the night when Anthony, excited after catching a Grandmaster Flash concert, suggested they start their own band that he is handed the magic key to the cosmic kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAcid for the Children\u003c\/em\u003e is as raw, entertaining, and wildly unpredictable as its author. It's both a tenderly evocative coming of age story and a raucous love letter to the power of music and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alliance Distribution Services Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45946690273516,"sku":"9781472230836","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781472230836.jpg?v=1732668630"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/flea.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}