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Formed in El Sobrante, California, in 1984, experimental post-punk band Primus is led by bassist Les Claypool. Known for their instrumental prowess and hit Jerry Was a Race Car Driver, they achieved mainstream success with platinum and gold albums like Sailing the Seas of Cheese and Pork Soda.

Les Claypool

Les Claypool, born in Richmond, California, is a renowned bassist, singer, and songwriter. As Primus's frontman, he's celebrated for his eccentric, funk-infused progressive rock and unique slap bass technique. His work includes popular songs like "Jerry Was a Race Car Driver" and projects such as Oysterhead and The Claypool Lennon Delirium. Ranked among the greatest bassists, he is recognized for innovative contributions to alternative music and received a Lifetime Achievement Award.

The Claypool Lennon Delirium

The Claypool Lennon Delirium is an American rock band formed in 2015, a collaboration between Les Claypool (Primus) and Sean Ono Lennon. Known for their "progadelic" style, blending psychedelic and progressive rock with surreal lyricism. Notable albums include "Monolith of Phobos," "South of Reality," and the concept album "The Great Parrot-Ox and the Golden Egg of Empathy" featuring Willow. They are celebrated for intricate musicianship and genre-defying sound.