Primus is so much like Tool in a way. You have three different instruments doing three different things. None of them follow each other...yet they come together so magically.
@Rejito Thanks. I actually forgot the vocals, which for bands of this level is another instrument. Just listen to how Les will squeeze so many words where only a few were supposed to fit the time. Then you have Maynard and his fibonacci-sequenced vocal pattern in the song Lateralus. So, to edit my original statement...
You have four different instruments doing four different things. None of them follow each other...yet they come together so magically.
man anyone who says this guy is the worst bass player ever hasn't noted that he like cliff burton and geddy lee and he is an artist they are really a special group i ouwld like to see them live love, william "the joker" aka bauhaus2121
Why do they keep fucking closing up on Ler when he plays two bars of a solo?! I wanna see Les romp around the stage. Obviously, the cameraman and/or producer knew shit about Primus.
I think all the Thomson basses have a pretty consistent tone... except the 4 string, but I blame the whammy. His effect chain during this era was killer though.
He plays the 6 string like it doesnt have 6 strings.
smokesmadbongs321 2 days ago
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theoldrevolution 5 days ago
is it just me or does les in this video look like Data from Star Trek and John Lennon had a kid?
TheRestinBones 2 weeks ago
0:28 He looks like Data.
limbicD 2 weeks ago
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limbicD 2 weeks ago
no facial hair
MrWh0reface 3 weeks ago
One of my favorite Primus grooves, and one of my favorite Ler solos.
SpaceRitual 1 month ago
Gotta love the hand flicking at the very end =)
davidofpiano423 1 month ago
look at that leg go
ImANegativeCreep13 1 month ago
Claypools fashion sense is impeccable!
GestapoPussyRanch 2 months ago
Les' outfit looks like like the the PJs I've on.
melodicdreamer72 2 months ago
Look up Ler !!!
nuke97 2 months ago
Primus Sucks!!!
ptvanwinden 2 months ago
(exit...stage left.)
dayvidiot 2 months ago
...and that walk @1:41?...sucks.
dayvidiot 2 months ago
(exit...stage left)
dayvidiot 2 months ago
Primus is so much like Tool in a way. You have three different instruments doing three different things. None of them follow each other...yet they come together so magically.
Fuckin' brilliant bands.
Primus sucks...
WarmothGuitarist 2 months ago
@WarmothGuitarist great description.
Rejito 2 months ago
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@Rejito Thanks. I actually forgot the vocals, which for bands of this level is another instrument. Just listen to how Les will squeeze so many words where only a few were supposed to fit the time. Then you have Maynard and his fibonacci-sequenced vocal pattern in the song Lateralus. So, to edit my original statement...
You have four different instruments doing four different things. None of them follow each other...yet they come together so magically.
WarmothGuitarist 2 months ago
several years ago they're singing about something way more relivant today.
weoaa 2 months ago
He makes everything he does look so effortless..you still fucking suck though:)
littleichiban23 2 months ago
ASSHOLE
TheBaszomafaszom 3 months ago
The beauty of this tune is that you'll hear it but won't realize that you've listened to it... Fantastic.
millicentbistander 3 months ago
les looks sick theese days
TheMouzakes 3 months ago
Woah! Clean Shaven! Is that John Lennon?
UmphreysProwler 3 months ago 2
03:03
TRuble510 3 months ago
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TRuble510 3 months ago
I would kill for that suit....
jordanlannert1 3 months ago 4
Les Claypool just has a funny presence to him..he doesnt even have to do anything and ill start laughing or smiling xD good vibes.
sebz661 4 months ago 6
Oh my...Les is a GOD!
vikkevictoria 4 months ago
@vikkevictoria OH MY LES!
basicphenomenon 3 months ago
Legend Claypool
IdiotsForSale 4 months ago
They really need to play more stuff from Tales From The Punchbowl. Its their best album in my opinion as well as many others.
VaporCycle 4 months ago
claypool is the most cool stupid basist all around the wolrd... and i love him
jendriss 4 months ago
Best Bassist ever in my opinion, so unique with his style, very rare does the Bass stick out more than the guitar.
stanboyd1 4 months ago
man anyone who says this guy is the worst bass player ever hasn't noted that he like cliff burton and geddy lee and he is an artist they are really a special group i ouwld like to see them live love, william "the joker" aka bauhaus2121
bauhaus2121 4 months ago
They are playing this on their current tour, not every show mind you, but I saw them two nights ago and they busted it out. So awesome. :D
Lollarcoaster 4 months ago
Wow these guys look really young...
NotATubeSurfer 5 months ago
haven't heard this song in like 15 years !
fabulousmanner 5 months ago
Why do they keep fucking closing up on Ler when he plays two bars of a solo?! I wanna see Les romp around the stage. Obviously, the cameraman and/or producer knew shit about Primus.
omarkaya42 5 months ago
Les Fuckin' Claypool: Worst bassist ever. Primus sucks <3. Weird to see him again without his beard again. Also: that stomp = best dance ever.
thecatfishsaysmeow 5 months ago
I just noticed that there is a mis appreciation for his maple 6 string bass. I think it's his best instrument, tone-wise.
ujnawierzbie 5 months ago 19
@ujnawierzbie 100% agree.
KLove3232 4 months ago
@ujnawierzbie
I couldn't agree more :)
So happy they've added "Blaileen" to their 2010-11 tour set list too
dburt0021 4 months ago
I think all the Thomson basses have a pretty consistent tone... except the 4 string, but I blame the whammy. His effect chain during this era was killer though.
HonkyAssZach 4 months ago
@ujnawierzbie its a shame he doesnt play it anymore he played this song on fretless this year
dmv is played on this and he doesnt play it anymore its like one of the best songs
MagicHetero 3 months ago
@ujnawierzbie they are hand made
Mrdeandean100 3 months ago
@ujnawierzbie Yeah sounds a lot better than the rainbow bass at least, i still like his original 4 string the best
Dillbob1 1 month ago
OG finaly
slmmdgg 5 months ago
The audio kinda sucked on this, but if u turn it WAYYYY up u can hear it and its bad ass.
jmil22779 5 months ago
fuck yeah!!!
dblyoi 6 months ago
Wide bass, I just noticed.....just like me!
themooddisorders 6 months ago
Les Claypool is sucking hard on this gig. So shitty!
Phenomental1ty 7 months ago
Les Claypool is like a roll of Geddy Lee and John Entwistle with a bit Sly Stone all rolled into one.
Skaternick911 7 months ago
@Skaternick911 And a pinch, JUST A PINCH, of Frank Zappa.
maalbe987 5 months ago
les has the best stomp of all time
qw27 7 months ago 42
@qw27 ...and such great balance!
sportster16301 1 month ago
@GasserVsGoodyball Primus sucks.
Naresomez 8 months ago
Primus sucks
wmartz 8 months ago
primus sucks
naantipa 9 months ago 2
Yeah because Warhol is way better!! Right?? NO??
LanryLeeFefeby666 11 months ago
@LanryLeeFefeby666 He meant they're different...
QwertySlonik 10 months ago
@QwertySlonik you do realize I was joking right? no?
LanryLeeFefeby666 9 months ago
I agree Flea is also a badass, but comparing Les Claypool and Flea is like comparing Picasso and Warhol.
Tulkoju 11 months ago 2
Les Claypool is a fucking badass. He is one of my favorite bassists, right next to Flea.
TheJoker1369 1 year ago
i remember recording this to VHS... brings me back. Thanks for posting
lanternlit 1 year ago
Fucking rockin
labgnat 1 year ago