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Yesterday evening, enigmatic experimental hip-hop trio Death Grips unexpectedly shared a new song online. The cut, “More Than the Fairy,” features Les Claypool of Primus on bass. The new tune follows their just-released fifth album, 'Bottomless Pit.' -
Sean Lennon and Les Claypool Join Forces for Single 'Cricket and the Genie'
Two psychedelic masterminds -- Sean Lennon and Les Claypool -- have joined forces to form The Claypool Lennon Delirium , and today the duo released their first single, "Cricket and the Genie." -
Les Claypool Is Still Obsessed With Willy Wonka, Talks Changing Drummers
If their new album Primus and the Chocolate Factory didn't clue you in to his obsession, Claypool has discussed the film in almost every interview he's done this year. -
7 Artists Influenced By The Simpsons: Fall Out Boy, Les Claypool, And More
To celebrate FXX's massive "Every Simpsons Ever" marathon, which I will be watching as much of as I possibly can, I've compiled a list of some artists who have been influenced by The Simpsons in some way, whether it's through their band name, a song title, or even the name of their home studio. -
Woodstock 45th Anniversary: Santana, Les Claypool Look Back On History
Forty-five years ago this weekend, the Woodstock Festival of 1969 changed the course of American music. -
Tool's Danny Carey To Play Drums With Primus On Tour
Though Primus' next album Primus & The Chocolate Factory with the Fungi Ensemble is the band's first with drummer Tim 'Herb' Alexander since 1995, his recent heart troubles will force him to sit out some early dates on the band's upcoming tour. To replace him, Primus has selected Tool's Danny Carey, who will briefly fill in for Alexander in September, including performances at both Riot Fests in Chicago and Denver. -
Primus Announces 'Willy Wonka'-Themed Album, Shares Cover Of 'Pure Imagination' [LISTEN]
Weirdo funk-metal trio Primus has announced its eighth studio album, a tribute to Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory titled Primus and the Chocolate Factory with the Fungi Ensemble, which will be out on October 21 and is currently available for pre-order. The album will be the Primus' first since 1995's Tales from the Punchbowl to feature its classic line-up of bassist Les Claypool, guitarist Larry LaLonde, and drummer Tim "Herb" Alexander. -
6 Bands Whose Bassist is the Most Famous Member: Pink Floyd, Fall Out Boy, and more
Not to diminish the talents and important role of bassists in any way, but how often is the bassist the most recognizable member of a band? The singer and guitarist get plenty of recognition, but the bassist is usually stuck right outside the spotlight. However, the bassists in these six bands break this trend by being the most famous member.
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