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Primus

Primus

alternative metal, alternative rock, progressive metal, progressive rock

United States Est. 1984

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Sound in a sentence: "With tightly woven bass lines, off-kilter rhythms, and sudden shifts in dynamics, Primus crafts an engaging tension that pulls listeners into its quirky world."
Primus matters for their ability to distill the absurdity of everyday life into a sound that is both playful and unsettling, challenging listeners to embrace the strange. Their music acts as a bridge to a subculture that relishes in oddity, where humor and darkness coexist, allowing audiences to explore the fringes of their imaginations through sound.
Primus matters for their ability to distill the absurdity of everyday life into a sound that is both playful and unsettling, challenging listeners to embrace the strange. Their music acts as a bridge to a subculture that relishes in oddity, where humor and darkness coexist, allowing audiences to explore the fringes of their imaginations through sound. The band’s approach involves an impressive mastery of rhythm and texture, with Les Claypool's virtuosic bass playing at the forefront. This focus on intricate musicianship sets them apart, creating a sonic landscape that is as much about groove as it is about experimentation. Their performances often blur the lines between concert and theatrical experience, inviting listeners into a world where chaos meets meticulous craft. Lyrically, Primus often explores themes of alienation, eccentricity, and the absurdities of modern life. Their storytelling combines irony and sincerity, weaving narratives that evoke vivid imagery while provoking thought. There’s a sense of tongue-in-cheek commentary present in their songs, delivered with a playful yet biting tone that encourages reflection on societal norms.

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Discography

28 releases • 18 studio • 1989–2025
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Conspiranoid

Conspiranoid

2022

June 2010 Rehearsal

June 2010 Rehearsal

2010

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty

1998

Miscellaneous Debris

Miscellaneous Debris

1992

Singles ()

Tragedy's a' comin

Tragedy's a' comin

2011

Southbound Pachyderm

Southbound Pachyderm

1995

Wynona's Big Brown Beaver

Wynona's Big Brown Beaver

1995

Mr.Krinkle

Mr.Krinkle

1993

My Name Is Mud

My Name Is Mud

1993

Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers

Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers

1991

Jerry Was a Race Car Driver

Jerry Was a Race Car Driver

1991

Tommy the Cat

Tommy the Cat

1991

Too Many Puppies

Too Many Puppies

1990

John the Fisherman

John the Fisherman

1989

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