Of Whales And Woe is a solo album by Les Claypool, the bassist of Primus. The album was released on the 30th of May, 2006. The album features Skerik (saxophonist of the Les Claypool's Fearless Flying Frog Brigade), Mike Dillon (percussionist, also of the Frog Brigade), and Gabby La La (multi-instrumentalist). "Back off Turkey" also features Les' children, Cage and Lena. The track "Iowan Gal" is a love song for his wife, Chaney Claypool. Of Whales and Woe marks the first album release under the name Les Claypool. Though previous "solo" efforts … read more
Of Whales And Woe is a solo album by Les Claypool, the bassist of Primus. The album was released on the 30th of May, 2006. The album features Skerik … read more
Of Whales And Woe is a solo album by Les Claypool, the bassist of Primus. The album was released on the 30th of May, 2006. The album features Skerik (saxophonist of the Les Claypool'… read more
Leslie Edward "Les" Claypool is a bassist and lead singer, best known for his work with the musical group 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 uniqu… read more
Leslie Edward "Les" Claypool is a bassist and lead singer, best known for his work with the musical group Primus. Born on September 29, 1963, in Richmond, California, Claypool… read more
Leslie Edward "Les" Claypool is a bassist and lead singer, best known for his work with the musical group Primus. Born on September 29, 1963, in Richmond, California, Claypool's mastery of the electric bass has brought h… read more