PRIMUS BRAINCHILD LES CLAYPOOL A FESTIVAL WHORE?

It seems that there can’t be a major festval anywhere with out Les Claypool taking part. He’s been part of all genres of festivals from metal to jazz, and in different configurations from Primus to Oysterhead to Holy Mackerel to Frog Brigade.

Claypool, who was prominent at this past weekend’s Vegoose Festival, said Primus never fit in neatly with any scene, but it wasn’t until his Jazzfest appearances with Oysterhead, which also featured Trey Anastasio, that he became in high demand in the jam-band scene.

“Primus for many years was part of many scenes. I’m like the festival whore. I’ve played Lollapaloozas, the Woodstocks, you know, OzzFest, Family Values, all these different things. So it wasn’t ever that we were the types of players or performers that fit into any any niche anyway.”

Those who are in need of New Year’s Eve plans can check in with Les as he’s holding the 6th annual Mad Hatter’s Ball in San Francisco. Prizes will be awarded to the most original hat.