Leslie Edward "Les" Claypool is a bassist and lead singer, best known for h… Read Full Bio ↴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 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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Of Whales and Woe (Bonus Track Version)
Les Claypool Lyrics
Back Off Turkey [chorus] Back off Turkey, I think I'm comin' around again,…
D's Diner [Chorus:] Who wants to go to D's Diner? (I do) Who wants…
Filipino Ray Filipino Ray he played an old Les Paul Big ol' jumbo…
Iowan Gal I got me an Iowan gal You should see my Iowan…
Lust Stings It's been so long Since we've talked about things Should'a t…
Nothin' Ventured Nothin' ventured, nothin' gained His old time dentures pitt…
Of Whales and Woe The bowels gurgle a bit more these days it seems And…
One Better Ol' Silk Johnson, cruisin up mighty fine Got a brand new…
Phantom Patriot Intro The Phantom Patriot (Repeat) Verse 1 Creeping ever cr…
Robot Chicken It's alive …
Rumble of the Diesel I like the rumble of the diesel and the smell…
Vernon The Company Man Vernon was a company man He kept his hair trimmed short And…