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Leslie Edward “Les” Claypool is a bassist and lead singer, best known for his work with the alternative rock band Primus. Born on September 29, 1963, in Richmond, California, Claypool’s mastery of the electric bass has brought him into the spotlight with his funky, creative playing style. Though he cites bass virtuoso Geddy Lee of Rush and the experimental group The Residents as his greatest influences, Claypool is known to use various styles in his playing, Claypool mixes finger-tapping, flamenco-like strumming, and a Larry Graham-like slap technique to develop his own unique style.
Claypool has earned respect as one of Rock’s premier bass talents and has become an influence on younger bassists in recent years. He has played with other artists such as Tom Waits and Buckethead.and is also a member of the group sausage.
He is a founding member of Primus and formed a trio named Oysterhead with Trey Anastasio and Stewart Copeland.
He is a founding member of Primus and formed a trio named Oysterhead with Trey Anastasio and Stewart Copeland.
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yapooos wrote:
Love of my fucking life
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stephmeisterr wrote:
It's a million to one that I'll ever get to see a live show, but I can dream, right?
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mrgypsum wrote:
best live show ive every seen, hands down just the greatest... i was literally glued to the stage for the 2 hours he and his band played.
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pyp3xxx wrote:
god
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timmotjo17 wrote:
Amazing solo work. Love it.
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Nozuf wrote:
Master of cool [2]
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justinlewman wrote:
There is only one Les claypool or else the earth would crumble from the bass kicks
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BBadziek wrote:
jawdropping, that's all that needs to be said.
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i_hop wrote:
This man on the bass, he inspired me to play at a baptist church...bass of course and man was it cool.
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i_hop wrote:
Master of the Moshbox<crunchy please...only fried for me?
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mariotoro wrote:
This guy is a genius.
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JamesHippieKid wrote:
Frith is amazing.. I never thought people would talk about him in this shout box..
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soddex wrote:
Come to Sweden! I'd like some funky music here too.. only metal and modern shit now..
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Ambient2100 wrote:
Master of cool
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Carlist_Rieekan wrote:
Jengamoose +1
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yorammorad wrote:
@samel89: I like that comparison, very very true, only frith is better :) (no offence to Les the guy's a fucking genius)
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ogdm wrote:
The bass guitar was created because they were waiting for Les Claypool to be born.
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cs81 wrote:
Coolest dude ever.
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lrwld wrote:
the real deal
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Chab0 wrote:
I love how all his projects have something different to offer. Master of mood-setting. You fucking rock, Les.
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