Primus, photo by Andrew Scott Blackstein New Year’s Eve has long been a highlight of Les Claypool’s live calendar, and to cap an eventful year in Primus’ ...

Primus rang in New Year's in Oakland, CA, where the band dipped into one of Les Claypool's myriad other projects with an Oysterhead debut.

Dating back to the 1980s, Primus gained a faithful fanbase as the band released hit songs like “American Life”, “Follow the Fool”, and “The Seven.” Looking at the band’s discography, Primus produced ...

Primus drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander has left the band. The band shared the news in a statement on social media, saying they’d received an email from him saying he’d “lost his passion for playing.” “As ...

Primus doesn’t have a new album to promote. Nor is the iconic, eclectic San Francisco rock band overtly paying tribute to one of its many influences as the group tours this summer. But that’s fine ...

When Les Claypool decided to resurrect Primus and put out the band's first full-length in 11 years with, ‘Green Naugahyde,’ out last September, Primus fans jumped to their feet in celebration. After ...

Primus are hitting venues on the West Coast during their current tour. On Wednesday night (Aug. 6), the band took the stage at the Greek Theatre with the help of a few friends along the way. Seven ...

Bay Area rock band Primus is holding open auditions for a new drummer. The band said it was accepting applicants after its drummer abruptly quit last month. The band was formed in El Sobrante 40 years ...

It’s an admirable goal in music to be true to yourself, and Primus has consistently done that over a nearly four-decade run. The band’s sound is difficult to characterize but easy to recognize. Formed ...

Primus is dealing with an unexpected change in their lineup. Tim “Herb” Alexander, the band’s longtime drummer, has quit the group. His departure brings an abrupt end to the rocker’s third run with ...