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This bass tone is so disgustingly heavy it should actually be illegal đŸ€ą Primus — “My Name is Mud” | Live at Ozzfest 1999 When you look at the terrifyingly heavy lineup for Ozzfest 1999—featuring bands like Slipknot, Slayer, and Black Sabbath—you wouldn’t expect a funky alternative trio to steal the show. But the second Les Claypool stepped onto the main stage and started violently slapping his 6-string fretless bass, he unleashed a tone so disgustingly sludgy and heavy that an entire crowd of hardcore metalheads had no choice but to open up the pit. The secret to why “My Name is Mud” worked perfectly in front of 50,000 angry metal fans is that it isn’t just funky—it’s deeply sinister. The thudding, percussive rhythm physically mimics the sound of a shovel hitting a shallow grave, perfectly matching the deadpan, psycho-killer lyrics. Claypool gave the Ozzfest crowd the exact crushing, heavy energy they were craving, cementing Primus as one of the most untouchable bands of the decade. #Primus #LesClaypool #Ozzfest #MyNameIsMud #90sMetal
This bass tone is so disgustingly heavy it should actually be illegal đŸ€ą Primus — “My Name is Mud” | Live at Ozzfest 1999 When you look at the terrifyingly heavy lineup for Ozzfest 1999—featuring bands like Slipknot, Slayer, and Black Sabbath—you wouldn’t expect a funky alternative trio to steal the show. But the second Les Claypool stepped onto the main stage and started violently slapping his 6-string fretless bass, he unleashed a tone so disgustingly sludgy and heavy that an entire crowd of hardcore metalheads had no choice but to open up the pit. The secret to why “My Name is Mud” worked perfectly in front of 50,000 angry metal fans is that it isn’t just funky—it’s deeply sinister. The thudding, percussive rhythm physically mimics the sound of a shovel hitting a shallow grave, perfectly matching the deadpan, psycho-killer lyrics. Claypool gave the Ozzfest crowd the exact crushing, heavy energy they were craving, cementing Primus as one of the most untouchable bands of the decade. #Primus #LesClaypool #Ozzfest #MyNameIsMud #90sMetal
@lesclaypool talks about funk bass! #music #bass #bassplayers #funk #funkbass #larrygraham #primus
@lesclaypool talks about funk bass! #music #bass #bassplayers #funk #funkbass #larrygraham #primus
tommy the car raw audio . . . #primus #lesclaypool #bass #slapbass #bassguitar
tommy the car raw audio . . . #primus #lesclaypool #bass #slapbass #bassguitar
Les Claypool from Primus auditioned for Metallica & this bass rendition of ‘Master of Puppets’ proves it would’ve been wild! đŸ˜đŸ€˜ #metallica #primus #lesclaypool #metal #bass
Les Claypool from Primus auditioned for Metallica & this bass rendition of ‘Master of Puppets’ proves it would’ve been wild! đŸ˜đŸ€˜ #metallica #primus #lesclaypool #metal #bass
Primus – My Name Is Mud “My Name Is Mud” is one of the most distinctive songs by Primus, released in 1993 on the album Pork Soda. The track became one of the band’s signature songs and a defining example of their unconventional approach to alternative rock. Musically, the song is driven by Les Claypool’s highly percussive bass playing, which takes the lead role instead of traditional guitar. The complex rhythms, unusual timing, and dark, groove-heavy sound give the track its unique identity. Lyrically, “My Name Is Mud” tells a dark and somewhat surreal story, blending humor with violence and absurdity. Claypool’s narrative style and character-driven lyrics add to the song’s strange and memorable atmosphere. The track stands as one of the most recognizable examples of Primus’ experimental style, pushing the boundaries of rock music with its technical and creative approach. #MyNameIsMud #Primus #AlternativeRock #90sMusic #MusicHistory
Primus – My Name Is Mud “My Name Is Mud” is one of the most distinctive songs by Primus, released in 1993 on the album Pork Soda. The track became one of the band’s signature songs and a defining example of their unconventional approach to alternative rock. Musically, the song is driven by Les Claypool’s highly percussive bass playing, which takes the lead role instead of traditional guitar. The complex rhythms, unusual timing, and dark, groove-heavy sound give the track its unique identity. Lyrically, “My Name Is Mud” tells a dark and somewhat surreal story, blending humor with violence and absurdity. Claypool’s narrative style and character-driven lyrics add to the song’s strange and memorable atmosphere. The track stands as one of the most recognizable examples of Primus’ experimental style, pushing the boundaries of rock music with its technical and creative approach. #MyNameIsMud #Primus #AlternativeRock #90sMusic #MusicHistory
When they Say Bass Is Easier cause It has 4 Strings Song Fleetwood Mac - The Chain Primus - Tommy The Cat #fleetwoodmac #thechain #primus #bassguitar #bass
When they Say Bass Is Easier cause It has 4 Strings Song Fleetwood Mac - The Chain Primus - Tommy The Cat #fleetwoodmac #thechain #primus #bassguitar #bass
Bass Teacher Reacts to Primus “Wynonna’s Big Brown Beaver” - - - âžĄïžI’m slowly working my way through the Primus discography, and I have to say - it’s growing on me. Their songwriting has seemed to evolve with a deeper melodic edge while still retaining their signature quirkiness. I’ve received hundreds of requests for “Wynona’s Big Brown Beaver”, and this video is predictably hysterical. I discuss the various approaches to Les Claypool’s bass lines, the array of techniques he uses, why this is my favorite performance from guitarist Larry LaLonde, how Primus have normalized dissonance, their brilliant use of compositional dynamics throughout the song, and much more! - - #primus #music #song #reaction #musicteacher
Bass Teacher Reacts to Primus “Wynonna’s Big Brown Beaver” - - - âžĄïžI’m slowly working my way through the Primus discography, and I have to say - it’s growing on me. Their songwriting has seemed to evolve with a deeper melodic edge while still retaining their signature quirkiness. I’ve received hundreds of requests for “Wynona’s Big Brown Beaver”, and this video is predictably hysterical. I discuss the various approaches to Les Claypool’s bass lines, the array of techniques he uses, why this is my favorite performance from guitarist Larry LaLonde, how Primus have normalized dissonance, their brilliant use of compositional dynamics throughout the song, and much more! - - #primus #music #song #reaction #musicteacher
primusified one
 табы ĐČ Ń‚ĐłĐș: vladis.wav . . . #metallica #primus #funny #bassplayer
primusified one
 табы ĐČ Ń‚ĐłĐș: vladis.wav . . . #metallica #primus #funny #bassplayer
Here’s my attempt at playing DMV by Primus on the bass while bench pressing 95lbs with one arm. Not my best work but I felt that this needed to be done today. #primus #bass #benchpress #crossfit
Here’s my attempt at playing DMV by Primus on the bass while bench pressing 95lbs with one arm. Not my best work but I felt that this needed to be done today. #primus #bass #benchpress #crossfit
Les Claypool demonstrates his bass whammy! @lesclaypool #bass #bassplayers #primus
Les Claypool demonstrates his bass whammy! @lesclaypool #bass #bassplayers #primus
Tommy The Cat - Primus (bass cover) #bass #basscover #bassist #primus
Tommy The Cat - Primus (bass cover) #bass #basscover #bassist #primus
Woodstock ’94 was supposed to be a celebration of peace, but during Primus’s set, it became a literal trenches-of-war scenario. As the opening notes of “Mud” hit, the audience transformed the rainy hillside into a weaponized mud pit. Claypool famously had to stop the set, telling the crowd, “You know, when you throw mud at the stage, it’s a sign of small genitals,” as chunks of turf rained down on his equipment. The 1994 Woodstock performance is widely cited by music historians as the moment the “90s Alternative” era reached its chaotic peak. While the festival drew an estimated 350,000 people, the Primus set was a standout for its sheer intensity. The performance of “My Name Is Mud” that day became legendary not just for the music, but for the logistical nightmare of protecting gear worth tens of thousands of dollars from organic projectiles. Historically, this era saw Primus at their commercial zenith. Between 1993 and 1995, the band maintained a rigorous touring schedule that saw them headline festivals globally. Their ability to command a crowd of hundreds of thousands while playing niche, polyrhythmic music remains a record-breaking anomaly in the history of rock. The footage of the “Mud” set remains one of the most-watched archival clips from the festival, symbolizing the raw, unpolished energy of the decade. #primus #metal #mynameismud #rock #woodstock
Woodstock ’94 was supposed to be a celebration of peace, but during Primus’s set, it became a literal trenches-of-war scenario. As the opening notes of “Mud” hit, the audience transformed the rainy hillside into a weaponized mud pit. Claypool famously had to stop the set, telling the crowd, “You know, when you throw mud at the stage, it’s a sign of small genitals,” as chunks of turf rained down on his equipment. The 1994 Woodstock performance is widely cited by music historians as the moment the “90s Alternative” era reached its chaotic peak. While the festival drew an estimated 350,000 people, the Primus set was a standout for its sheer intensity. The performance of “My Name Is Mud” that day became legendary not just for the music, but for the logistical nightmare of protecting gear worth tens of thousands of dollars from organic projectiles. Historically, this era saw Primus at their commercial zenith. Between 1993 and 1995, the band maintained a rigorous touring schedule that saw them headline festivals globally. Their ability to command a crowd of hundreds of thousands while playing niche, polyrhythmic music remains a record-breaking anomaly in the history of rock. The footage of the “Mud” set remains one of the most-watched archival clips from the festival, symbolizing the raw, unpolished energy of the decade. #primus #metal #mynameismud #rock #woodstock
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