Primus have revealed some of the artists that have been auditioning for their vacant drummer spot. Among them are: Rory Dolan (lespecial), Thomas Pridgen (Fever 333), Mike Stone, Stan Bicknell, Sam Groverman (Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio), Nikki Glaspie (The Nth Power, Snarky Puppy), John Hoffman, Gergo Borlai, and Thomas Lang (stOrk). You can see footage…
On December 30, Primus took the stage at the Fox Theater in Oakland, CA for their first show since the recent departure of drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander. The concert found the band performing with their former drummer Bryan “Brain” Mantia. The set also included material and musicians from frontman Les Claypool’s side projects, The Holy…
Primus have shared another update on their new drummer search. However, it appears the band “have been plagued by a handful of pranksters” amid their hunt. Les Claypool said the following: “As we begin to wrap up the process of scouring the over 5,000 applications we’ve received and we begin to schedule the auditions for…
As previously reported, Primus recently launched open auditions to find a replacement for former drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander. Now, the band have checked in with an update, saying the search has been “very encouraging.” The band commented: “Hello again — All you potential percussionists out there. We have been swimming in these PRIMUS drummer submissions…
Primus have launched open auditions to find a replacement for drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander, who recently exited the band. The group commented: “We are currently taking submissions from all points in the universe for the position of Primus drummer/percussionist. Seeking a well-mannered, affable individual with original sensibility and aesthetic, possessing a desire to open new…
Drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander has shared some more details regarding his departure from Primus. According to him, he left the band over “a deep need to prioritize [his] mental and physical health.” Alexander told Rolling Stone the following: “I’m dealing with all the aches and pains, but I’m doing things to strengthen my body and…
Tim “Herb” Alexander has decided to exit Primus. According to a message that was sent to the band, the drummer has simply “lost his passion for playing.” The group commented: “On Thursday, October 17th, we received an email from Tim “Herb” Alexander expressing that effective immediately he would no longer be involved with Primus. It…
Primus, Puscifer, and A Perfect Circle have added a spring 2025 leg to their “Sessanta” tour. The “Sessanta V2.0” trek will find the three bands continuing to celebrate Maynard James Keenan’s 60th birthday with collaborative sets. Tour Dates: 04/24 Palm Springs, CA – Acrisure Arena 04/25 Las Vegas, NV – PH Live at Planet Hollywood…
Primus will be ringing in 2025 with “The NYE Fisherman’s Chronicles Costume Ball.” The concerts will take place in Oakland, CA and fans are encouraged to “come dressed as [their] favorite seafaring representative” whether it be “some freakish scaly bastard siren or banshee, or a brave soul who rides the tides.” Here’s the dates: 12/30…
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