The Flecktones are a jazz and bluegrass band formed in 1988 by Bela Fleck, the namesake of the group. The Flecktones are known for their unique blend of jazz, bluegrass, classical, and world music. Bela Fleck is an American banjo player, composer, and multi-instrumentalist who has been nominated for 15 Grammy Awards and has won 8. He is considered one of the most innovative and influential banjo players in the world.