Primus - Tommy The Cat (REACTION!!!)

[@mjnation7876]

Thanks for the shoutout and for reacting to this song. Sorry that I didn't comment earlier on this video. I was asleep when you guys uploaded this video lol. I knew you guys would enjoy the grooves and the funky vibes. This song is considered either funk rock or funk metal. Other bands like them are red hot chili peppers and Faith No More. I knew the vocals would be hit or miss but yeah lol. Anyways, thanks for reacting to this song. I haven't seen you guys react to rap rock song in a while so I would suggest Play Me (ft. Nas) by Korn. Keep up the good work. Today I have to do a speech on Hinduism in India for my communication studies class. That'll be interesting lol.

[@MetisMetisNot]

MJNation Namaste 🙏

[@kylerobinson2881]

I wonder how they would feel about the vocals in Freak on a Leash

[@igottabasketballjones7420]

Kyle Robinson they did a reaction to it a while back

[@mvunit3]

MJNation - Thank you for getting Primus on the map for the guys :). It just popped into my head, 4 bands because of your speech/dissertation for class: 1. Cynic - "Focus": kzbin.info/aero/PLK9szCiKKp_KBG5O57J5nid2IQ4Mc4Zzu Lyrics: www.darklyrics.com/lyrics/cynic/focus.html 2. Aghora - "Formless": kzbin.info/aero/PLtplq3Ivy6QLFeazl2IedgHVo_BwPDHl9 Lyrics: www.darklyrics.com/lyrics/aghora/formless.html 3. Fredrik Thordendal's Special Defects: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX3LhHl3ibSbjZI Lyrics: www.darklyrics.com/f/fredrikthordendalsspecialdefects.html 4. and for fun; Meshuggah in India: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaupg4htfZqVr9k Namaste :) \m/

[@mjnation7876]

mvunit3 Yeah no problem. I knew they would love the grooves and bass.

[@davidlaymanpiano]

Primus IS funny, but they're no joke

[@andyhaverland8490]

David Best comment...

[@simonfreer9076]

Primus sucks.

[@JAHDUBProductions]

Fuckin' right!! Still my favorite

[@SatanDynastyKiller]

Primus are a joke, but they are not funny. *Corrected, thank you.

[@paulrost3538]

PRIMUS-Sucks! 🤘🏼🤣

[@2006Whippet]

Primus is musically classified as Primus. They are their own genre.

[@BradA1878]

yep!

[@twoshady518]

Primus Sucks!

[@TranzparentMethods]

There has been a genre on Winamp, since I've had it in the late 90's early 2000's known as Primus.

[@ReggiePostlethwaite]

Slippy Jones THERE YOU GO!

[@BYLRPhil]

That is a perfect way to put it

[@ryanhintz9291]

If y’all don’t know primus is the band that recorded the intro song for South Park

[@FatFredyFreak]

Been a while and you never came back too Primus! My Name is Mud, you won't regret it!

[@electrofryed7239]

As a Primus fan, Mud is up there with Harold of the Rocks and the Pressman. Some of my favs

[@tdawggonzo88]

Yeah they need to do my name is mud

[@clothesbasket8085]

My name is MUD!!!!!

[@zachcohen1391]

@@tdawggonzo88 wtf that song is shit

[@MustObeyTheRules]

Nah “ frizzle fry” or “ here they come”

[@chasehildebrant9453]

"Jerry was a race car driver" is one of their most famous songs. And their most famous song would be their south park theam song.

[@JAHDUBProductions]

And somehow, Robot Chicken

[@warhorse58gt]

I'd say, " My name is mud." is their biggest hit. Or maybe wbb..

[@drphilsranch6782]

It’s wyonas big brown beaver. It won them a Grammy.

[@dynamicjaethought7788]

Winona's Big Brown Beaver.

[@dynamicjaethought7788]

@@JAHDUBProductions The South Park theme song.

[@dylstergo401]

That tapping and sliding is called Les Claypool.

[@dylstergo401]

No, but it's his iteration of slap bass.

[@ziochristmas]

[@TheAmbientUniverse]

Slap bass indeed, the most difficult iteration of bass guitar

[@irishcourtneysmith4044]

I think he’s just saying that Primus embodies Claypool..., vocals, bass, lyrics, humor and style... so it’s just a play on just how AWESOME Claypool is!!! And guys, OMG SEE THEM LIVE!

[@handicapitation3250]

FYI Primus is the band that does the South Park theme song. Also Les Claypool (the bassist and singer), got his unique style because he has bluegrass/banjo style influences.

[@IamAlterEggo]

"I don't even know what this qualify as" welcome to primus

[@brentb5303]

Outside of Mr Bungle probably the strangest group of the 90's.

[@paulrost3538]

The question is harder the deeper into the rabbit hole you go. Lol

[@animalmother9970]

Primus Sucks!

[@Noah-wo2ov]

In case y'all didn't know, Primus wrote the theme song for South Park

[@seank2531]

And Robot Chicken.

[@Noah-wo2ov]

Ol' Malley's Alley it was directed to the gents in lost in Vegas

[@timlee7038]

Primus is an acquired taste. Its all over once you start digging it

[@ZombieLife]

Damn straight

[@R0B3RTP4UL50N]

OVER. Once that groove snags you it carries you faaaaaaar away.

[@I_AM_BAYTOR]

Acquired the taste the second my drum teacher put on Seas of Cheese for me when I was 8.

[@grungyasscinema]

You guys have no fucking idea how monumental it is that you guys dove into the upside down world that is Primus!! It only gets weirder from here.

[@HollowPoint_762]

RosettaStonedTV well said!

[@grungyasscinema]

Casey Hallows thank ya 💥

[@tofu_golem]

"Primus sucks!" That's actually something Primus fans say, especially at concerts. It's all pretty tongue in cheek.

[@Hiero-glyphic]

Fun fact. This saying started because fans were chanting for Primus Socks at a show that had sold out iirc. I can't wait to see Oysterhead, so glad Les is putting them together again for a few 2020 shows.

[@englishjaq1357]

we had the the chant going at the very last slayer show nov 30

[@djofortunato5799]

Les is so good he's played with members of the Police. Oysterhead Rocks

[@kchamberlin]

Except claypool is a bass god

[@colinsdad1]

"We're Primus and we suck." God I miss seeing Live shows....

[@HauntingHistory]

Jerry Was a Racecar Driver or John the Fisherman would have been better for them to start off on, as far as Primus goes.

[@FamilyGuyRoks6]

Haunting History or “Wynona’s Big Brown Beaver”

[@michaelwright1129]

Haunting History Yes, anything off of the Brown Album, but Mary The Icecube and Frizzle Fry, Too Many Puppies

[@swarm69]

sgt.baker?

[@dchavez509]

I was gonna say Jerry was a race car driver,I agree.

[@korndogz69]

My favorite to play on bass myself is Southbound Pachyderm. But, for someone trying out Primus who might have to warm up to them, anything on Frizzle Fry might be too "out there" until they get accustomed to their sound. They might enjoy Primus' cover of Metallica's "Thing That Should Not Be", or as FamilyGuyRoka6 suggested, "Wynona's Big Brown Beaver".

[@andyhaverland8490]

Confused by Primus... mission accomplished! Les Claypool is incredible.

[@snoophogg1177]

Andy Haverland fucking amazing!!!!

[@harambechungus5531]

This video came sliding down my recommendations like butter dripping off a hot biscuit

[@hasekki5110]

Mikael Mäkelä torilla tavataan

[@seancoats1241]

I know it doesn’t touch their legacy but anyone who’s watched South Park has heard Primus

[@mightbeellie4552]

Sean Coats primus didnt write the south park theme it was just les claypool

[@seancoats1241]

It clearly states Primus as do all other websites and articles on it.

[@seancoats1241]

www.google.com/amp/s/collider.com/south-park-theme-song-primus-trey-parker-matt-stone/%3famp here another one where it’s the creators saying how they wanted(and got) PRIMUS to perform the song

[@mightbeellie4552]

Sean Coats thanks for the information i thought it was just les

[@GhostwheelProduction]

Noodle soup, the current version of the South Park theme song is Les's solo stuff with the Primus vocals overtop of it but the original version is all Primus.

[@davethebarber62920]

Jerry Was a Race Car Driver by Primus.

[@Aeon_Pirate]

Or Wynona's Big Brown Beaver.

[@chronicbullets6751]

David Childers the toys go winding down.

[@josephcallahan1664]

Ditto! Is it Luck too.

[@bluchicken_995]

David Childers Those Damn Blue-Collared Tweakers

[@donna3465]

Yeah, that’s a better song IMO.

[@mtwice4586]

Primus is definitely an acquired taste. I have found the more you listen to them, the more you love them. They don't take themselves too serious, and neither should the listener. They weave some brilliant narrative throughout their albums, which is why you need to hear more than just a few random songs. Lost in Vegas for Life!!!!!!

[@kbeast98]

Ye Olde Shoppe jerry was a racecar driver, fish on, my name is mudd...dmv...shake hands with beef..krinkle.....totally agree though..acquired taste..great musicians

[@StimulatorCam]

Primus sucks!

[@Joetime90]

I'm gonna see them in May :)

[@Keemun_Tea]

Ye Olde Shoppe agreed!

[@ryanclough5126]

I agree entirely, i'm not a massive Primus fan but I do like them and as far as bass players go, not many better! They're definitely something you either love or don't really get.

[@whythecows]

Tommy the cat is Tom Waits. This song was a jam session with Tom who had been one of Les Claypool's (lead singer and bassist) heroes. It was basically a dream collaboration for him.

[@dionbaia288]

This right here

[@mike1158d]

Les Claypool, the guy that was TOO GOOD for Metallica…

[@TheGuitarifier]

To be fair, Metallica is not a band of crazy talented musicians. Just some dudes writing thrash riffs.

[@carpediemarts705]

@@TheGuitarifier don't say that in front of the CliffCultists.

[@alexschuster1618]

You guys wanna jam on some Isley Brothers?

[@carpediemarts705]

@@alexschuster1618 I wasn't really exposed to the Islet Brothers until 2014 and was amazed. The 70s was an amazing era of music talent.

[@alexschuster1618]

@@carpediemarts705 That was Claypool's joke to Metallica during his audition. "Nobody laughed."

[@josephblumenberg6574]

Les Claypool is an insanely talented bassist...and I will agree his voice kind of catches you off guard but it somewhat grows on you after a couple listens!! I would suggest "Mr. Krinkle" or "My Name Is Mud" by Primus :D

[@murdajoy3548]

Primus Jerry was a racecar driver is which I should’ve heard!!!!!

[@atheistinalabama4206]

AAAAAWWWWWW💃💃 Y'all reacted to Primus🤘 Much ❤!!!! FYI: PRIMUS SUCKS is a term of endearment 😉

[@rustednbustedmopars6087]

They did the intro to South Park but in my opinion “my name is mud” is the best!

[@hellbach6268]

Rusted Mr. Krinkle is their #1 for me

[@richardbalser1370]

@@hellbach6268 i was just gonna say the same fuckin thing haha

[@dud3man6969]

Especially the live Woodstock 94 version.

[@CyanideChrist33]

frog brigade did the 2nd iteration of it, still claypool.

[@zachcohen1391]

why is everyone keep mentioning that song? am i missing the joke? that song is terrible

[@whitestripesftw]

when you guys are reading the lyrics and laughing, and talking about how much you enjoyed the carnival/metal/jazz/funk fusion- i'm watching someone become a fan of the absurdity that is primus. i've watched you react to the little diddy 8:38 like 15 times. "WOOOOOOO That was hard!"

[@downhilljedi]

Evan Gipson Totally unique group.. First time I heard Les Claypool play I was just blown away..

[@cranktankerous]

yoo.. i haven't clicked a video so fast. my dudes, i've been waiting for this moment. haha. les claypool is a weiiiird dude. you guys definitely need to check out more, like one of their less "auctioneer" songs. i feel like 'lacquer head' would be a good next step. 'to defy the laws of tradition' is also a personal favorite of mine. but seriously, do more primus. also, hope you guys are well.

[@captainnegativity9269]

Balls Diculous My Name Is Mud. Course, that's my usual go-to with Primus.

[@huddylou22]

Balls Diculous I say "Jilly's on Smack". It's time you guys reviewed a live song! Check out the live version Bonnaroo 2011.

[@SylviusTheMad]

Mr. Krinkle.

[@notafakename]

Antipop

[@jthomashair]

To Defy The Laws of Tradition is an excellent pick. That was my introduction to Primus.

[@Rogerztheurbanlegend]

Great reaction. Bass is life for Primus fans. FYI, you more than likely have heard Primus before...if you've ever watched Southpark.

[@sharperrogue2093]

If one sentence could perfectly describe primus it’s “that bass is nasty!”

[@altaris2000]

The singer(Les Claypool) is also the Bass Player. Amazing bass player, and yeah, he is a little odd. Be ready for a flood of "Primus Sucks" comments. Fans flood comment sections with that as a joke :)

[@slapshot6ful]

My dude is right: primus is classified as, "I guess we call this metal?" That's the actual genre.

[@erikbarrett85]

Agreed

[@masonhugh4420]

Tron Carter primus is not metal

[@wolfthornnholtzklau4913]

Mason Hugh you arent

[@pjgwin]

Apparently, Primus is the only band on iTunes that has its own category....and it's "Primus"

[@brandoncrimmins6296]

Les Claypool (Bassist) is one crazy bastard. But he's also probably among the top 3 Living Bassists in the world. His band is odd but the groove is always there. And you know you shouldn't like it but before you know it you can't stop moving...You should do Jerry was a Racecar Driver or Wynona's Big Brown Beaver next time you do Primus. And yes...Their shows are awesome!

[@metalman2]

Damn it all you had to say LIVING bassists... RIP Cliff

[@brandoncrimmins6296]

Mitch Berg. Let's not bring Cliff Burton into this. He was mediocre at best...While he was PERFECT for Metallica he was no Stu Hamm, Jeff Berlin, Les Claypool or Jaco Pastorious...Hell he wasn't even on the same level as Flea...Again. I do agree that his loss was felt greatly for Metallica and anyone that likes their older stuff such as myself. But he was just an average metal bassist. As proof...Les Claypool in fact auditioned for Metallica after Cliff passed. And they turned him down because he was TOO GOOD!

[@JAshton1973]

Tommy the Cat is a harsh introduction to Primus. They have to be one of the most interesting and fearless bands out there and have been for a long long time. Claypool has a vocal style that reminds you of so many things but makes it all his own. He is also an absolute monster on the bass. Check out "Jerry Was a Racecar Driver" or their cover of "Devil Went Down to Georgia" then jump into "My Name is Mud"

[@HollSocc]

Or winonas big brown beaver. That’s catchy as hell

[@Barncore]

Mars Volta! Either "Roulette Dares" or "Drunkship of Lantern"

[@ItamarZ13]

YES

[@quadrumvirate86]

Shiiit anything from deloused

[@Sideswipe225]

Death-Lack of Comprehension!

[@mesarecto6903]

Pantera "5 minutes alone", "Becoming", or "I'm Broken"

[@elpollolocafivetwothree2504]

mesa recto just gimme!

[@kylerobinson2881]

Mouth for war?

[@mrsatan9934]

The song you were thinking of was written by the Spin Doctors

[@djofortunato5799]

5 minutes in Primus Hell for that comparison indeed

[@barklordofthesith2997]

It's a snare drum roll......... I'd bet my soul that neither of the two bands mentioned are the inventors of it nor the first to record that specific one. I question if these two ever watch much live music & pay attention to what the musicians are actually doing.

[@chadvarnell1889]

Yes, The Spin Doctors "Two Princes"!

[@codyprice1987]

My Name is Mud and Jerry was a Racecar Driver 2 really good Primus songs

[@ericflory746]

Good songs but WAY over played by none true Primus fans.

[@jerdman10]

Probably would have been better for someone not knowing what they were about to listen to as well.

[@MrSchism]

Jerry is the most commercial of their songs. Id say Wynona is a good option with fun lyrics and a great video.

[@nicolasflamm]

I find it hard to choose a "bad" song among Primus albums.

[@smackthatfemale]

Winona way better

[@bg4567890]

Primus has no genre. It's Primus.

[@joshstarkey8883]

The description I've heard that made the most sense is "progressive funk," but they're definitely their own thing

[@ryanhintz9291]

They’re actually considered (goblin metal)

[@failtolawl]

Hence why they are trash

[@matthewhood3897]

Back in the Winamp days there was actually just a genre called "Primus" lol

[@tartuffethesprywonderdog5883]

@failtolawl Well, you tried.

[@Sideswipe225]

Death-Crystal Mountain!

[@edmasterson4588]

when i grow up i want to be one of the harvesters of the sea before my days are done i want to be a fisherman

[@ScootLoops616]

When he was young youd not find him doing well in school, his mind would turn unto the waters

[@chazz3726]

Primus - John the fisherman . First song that got me into them

[@jez9951]

Or anything off Frizzle Fry. That album is brilliant.

[@TheJingles74]

Amen

[@EzBunny]

Yes please. Came looking for this. John the Fisherman or Jerry was a Racecar Driver.

[@jarsenberg]

Les Claypool's "singing" is definitely an acquired taste, but their instrumentation is undeniably stellar on all fronts.

[@corey1788]

Brandon Kazimir that pretty much hits the nail right on the head.

[@pjam1184]

They never went back to Primus after this did they? That's a shame.

[@theolinwox]

4 years later, they finally did it.

[@pjam1184]

@@theolinwox Ya, I just saw that pop up, might watch it.

[@teanbikkies]

If you don't get Primus there's no hope .... sigh.

[@DB-xo6xh]

I'm pleasantly surprised by the views on this! I'd love to see The Mars Volta, L'Via L'Viaquez!!! Anyone?or Inertiatic ESP also by them.

[@jaredjordan5581]

Inertiatic, for sure!

[@Kayfabe922]

I've been saying Drunkship of Lanterns for weeks lol... maybe Roulette Dares or even Wax Simucara

[@leonardEuler1]

Yes! they need the Volta in their lives

[@y2kPunk]

Anything from the first album

[@AndysVinylDen]

Steven Wilson - Drive Home plz

[@DeanBiddler]

"That bass is nasty. . ." Welcome to Primus.

[@zulawoo]

Les Claypool is the man Also, primus did the south park intro theme ;)

[@johnshook3341]

How did I not know this? Lol

[@darkdudironaji]

Actually it was just Les

[@kcmichelson4528]

And Robot Chicken

[@kcmichelson4528]

@@darkdudironaji I think it was the whole band. Cause Larry has played that riff in a video before Rig Break Down I believe.

[@JohnDoe-ff2fc]

there could be no better collaboration of the two, a match made in satirical and relevant look at society

[@stevedrums1675]

I saw these guys open for rush in 1992. What a double-bill. Currently, Primus is on tour and playing a long portion of a classic Rush tunne (Cygnus X-1). the two bands had a lot of mutual respect for each other.

[@jeremywilson1977]

Primus - Wynona's Big Brown Beaver. I call it comedy metal.

[@Deauxtje]

jeremy wilson good one!!!🤣🤣🤣 They will laugh soooo hard.

[@Anthropomorphic]

This is really the only Primus song with "auctioneer" vocals, though they never exactly sound normal. They've tended to change it up from one song to the next. If you liked this at all, you should definitely listen to some more. 'Wynona's Big Brown Beaver' might be a good choice. 'My Name Is Mud' is another fan favorite, and a bit darker and grungier. I'd also recommend 'Lee Van Cleef', which is lighter and a bit more recent, relatively speaking.

[@immaculatetoilet]

Lifragen LOVE the groove in Lee Van Cleef.

[@wafflegoon]

Primus has always been a goofy band, but Les Claypool is a rock god and does what he wants. If you do get back to Primus I recommend Wynona's Big Brown Beaver, it's one of my faves. How about some Weird Al Yankovick for April 1st? lol

[@marcrenouf2470]

+1 for Wynona's Big Brown Beaver, the groove on that song is equally funky and I think the song itself is more musically interesting.

[@willlambert6375]

He’s in the running for the best bassist in history

[@bigboy40cal]

Definitely primus- wynonas big brown beaver

[@esierrra9]

Wynonas big brown beaver is a very good song. Their cover of 'the devil went down to georgia' is also a great one

[@MrRezRising]

That song made me go out and finally buy a double bass drum pedal for my kit. Tim Alexander is so good at what he does.

[@phillipbailey275]

Two princes is by a band called Spin Doctors.

[@tchoupitoulos]

And they sound nothing like Primus. In fact, they may have been the Anti-Primus.

[@kelst75]

@@tchoupitoulos Yeah, I was a bit confused by the comparison. Maybe, just because they were 90s too?

[@stewartross13]

Kelly Stephenson they were comparing the snare role intros

[@Pedroleum100]

@@tchoupitoulos - Well, both bands have songs where the bass player is slapping all over the place (Off My Line would be an example by the Spin Doctors, and the song's staccato guitar in the verse sounds similar to what Ler plays in many Primus songs).

[@jettrainbow]

@@stewartross13 That's not a snare roll, FYI.

[@MrHassearo]

React to Buckethead - Soothsayer. An instrumental masterpiece played by a man with a bucket on his head.

[@BrutalBa5sMixedBag]

Interesting choice. I think they'd like it, but no lyrics, also it's longish but sick track none the less

[@MrHassearo]

I guess if they did react to it, they could just edit the video to make it a tad shorter. They've done it previously to some other lenghty tracks.

[@dhruvsinha4095]

Yes or they could do a lebetron by them

[@tomj8527]

Yeah some big b, most misunderstood virtuoso in the music biz. If you like guitar, youre bound to like at least a hundred pieces from him(dudes got around 400 albums)

[@obscurereference1927]

Id perfer a song that really encapsulates Buckethead's persona, like Welcome to Bucketheadland or We Are One with Serj, Soothsayer is one of his best though

[@Mustang_Chris]

"My Name is Mud" and "Jerry was a Racecar Driver" arguably are their best songs, but for an instrumental, try "hamburger train".

[@DRyan-mx5jj]

Chris Madsen John the fisherman!

[@jonathanperkins2992]

Yessss! They should have done my name is mudd instead of this one. Like to let them know!

[@TheFeyd]

spaghetti western

[@jacklanam825]

The song you couldn't remember the name of in the beginning was "Two Princes" by Spin Doctors.

[@renelopez2244]

That's just one of many hits by Primus... They have many.

[@jessicahereford641]

Primus is legendary!!!! Les Claypool is at the top of the list as far as bassists go, and this band is so so amazing!!!! Cool to see you guys feature them on your channel!!! Yes, it is supposed to be a bit funny, but they do have some stuff that isnt sooo comedic.

[@LostInVegas]

It looks like you enjoyed this one! Let's go ahead and use this as a substitution for Steel Panther 😂

[@jessicahereford641]

nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo. Primus is amazing, but so is SP!!

[@guitarlicker_]

Primus is at the top of my list

[@jessicahereford641]

I'll never give up!!

[@reshpeck]

You guys gonna do Epica or nah?

[@Dechral]

my name is mud - primus

[@nicolasflamm]

"Welcome to this world" or "The air is getting slippery".

[@saltysteel3996]

In Primus the lead guitar is the bass guitar. He tried out for Metallica and they rejected him because they said he was too good. Seriously. That happened.

[@pmck6336]

He wasn't rejected because he was "too good", more due to him having his own unique playing and personal style which would be restricted within the established parameters of Metallica. He had a skate punk look at the time, and playing a funky non-metal designed bass, a poor fit all around. Primus was gaining momentum at the time, and he grew up with Kirk in El Sobrante....thus the audition. But it was never going to be a fit for either side. Can you imagine Les allowing James and Lars mixing his Bass parts down. Bring in a long hair guy, with black stretch jeans, and white high tops that could handle the Bass like Les then he gets the gig. So, not about James and Lars being intimidated because of Les being "too good", but about him not being the right fit for the band, creatively and appearance wise. And Larry shreds on guitar. The Bass may be the centerpiece of the band, but there is a lot of great guitar work going on. Larry had jumped from the original Death Metal band Possesed to Progressive Thrash Metal Band Blind illusion....where he met Les. The SF Bay Area was a fun time back in the mid to late 80's. Lot's of great homegrown music.

[@TranzparentMethods]

Larry does shred on guitar. Primus is a great group of musicians all around. I was SO glad when Herb rejoined the band, nothing against Brain, but it didn't sound like Primus to me with Brain.

[@DropTehBazz]

Claypool asskissers are the worst.

[@Brandizzleizzle]

Regardless, he's too good for Metallica

[@degenerate82]

come on he would have destroyed in metallica

[@SwedishPete]

Like... I'm a deathmetal person but Les man. He is hands down the best bassits of all time.

[@rammsteinrulz16]

And we know about Alex Webster 😅

[@digdugdraws4174]

You're in for a roller coaster of Amazing songs if you keep listening to Primus. Laquer head Southbound pachyderm Toys go winding down Frizzle fry Wyona's big brown beaver John the fisherman Jerry was a racecar driver American life My name is mud Primus Will blow you away musically. Primus sucks.

[@MrFloppyHare]

"Primus sucks"?

[@digdugdraws4174]

FloppyHares i feel cheated telling you this lol But that's Primus's slogan.

[@immaculatetoilet]

doug pearson also their website iirc

[@dylandickenson3004]

Schism by Tool is something you guys should definitely check out if you’re a fan of bass

[@TheEpicHitmarker]

Dylan Dickenson agree

[@FamilyGuyRoks6]

Anesthesia (Pulling Teeth)

[@denji20]

Justin Chancellor is so underrated.

[@miwilczewski]

Or The Pot 😁

[@Hyde-n-Shriek]

You absolutely nailed it! I’ve been a huge fan of Primus since the early 90s, and I still can’t categorize it! The band is really just an excuse for Les Claypool to show off what a phenomenal bassist he is! But everything he does is quirky (like the South Park theme...that’s him). And if you ever get to see him live, you have to do it! Great video, and great channel guys! Now you have to check out Faith no More, Epic! Mike Patton has one of the widest vocal ranges ever recorded!

[@LowEndWarrior]

Plus INFININTY to 'Faith No More'....although, I'd choose something besides 'Epic'. That is certainly the song that put them on the larger musical map, but there are soooooo many other tunes that simply rock harder. 'The Real Thing' would be more 'epic'. ;-) ....although, I think I might even choose something from 'Angel Dust', myself.

[@madcapglass1454]

EB Back in the 90's I lived in a small town. The only place with CD's didn't have much choice on hand, but they had a HUGE catalog to order through. It was broken down by genre; Hip Hop, R&B, Alternative Rock, Punk, etc. Anyways, one of the categories was PRIMUS! And Primus was the only group in the genre! So apparently NOBODY knew how to classify them, lol.

[@mad_cat_1st]

4:00 - It's Tom Waits talking as "Tommy". Y'all should appreciate it.

[@PK_Mega_Awesome]

and the bartender is daniel stern, one of the burglars in home alone and the inner voice of kevin arnold in the wonder years

[@DannyD81]

@@PK_Mega_Awesome Definitely not Daniel Stern. It's actually Les Claypool playing the bartender.

[@zigureru824]

TESSERACT - Of Matter (Live at Sphere Studios). Check these guys out, they have a real gift! Need to be heard by more people WORLDWIDE!

[@jasondole8482]

Zigur Eru yesss

[@SouthernCross_]

I've been trying to make tesseract happen for a while myself. Would rather them start with a Dan song, but Of Matter works.

[@R3adybreck]

As if they arent huge and overhyped already? Their best album was one been downhill all the way since ( just my opinion) babies first djent

[@zigureru824]

Thank you for your opinion.

[@billypappas6811]

Exile ;).

[@joshmarsiglia3110]

The song George was trying to think of was "Two Princes" by The Spin Doctors 😉

[@LostInVegas]

It was Ryan bro. George was actually mistakingly humming 'Semi-Charmed' by Third Eye Blind 😂

[@woodruffba]

Spin Doctors - refrigerator car - is the titts

[@johngodbee6419]

Primus - Jerry Was a Race Car Driver

[@Avarice21]

He drove so goddamn fast.

[@HuxleysShaggyDog]

He never did win no checkered flag

[@Cendoria]

Primus sucks!

[@Squash03]

But he never did come in last

[@bevil4aday]

Fish on, Wynona's Big Brown Beaver, Mr Krinkle.

[@Koalaonmyback]

I loved watching you guys experience this weird ass group for the first time. Super glad you picked up on so many of the little things that make Primus fun and enjoyed Les' virtuoso bass skills

[@jordanaut]

You guys have to listen to to Oiseaux De Proie by Alcest. It’s the most beautiful metal song I’ve ever heard and it’s a masterpiece. One of my top 5 favourite songs of all time. It’s got amazing atmosphere and the vocals are beautiful. I think you guys would really love it

[@lawrencelyon3]

Awesome reaction! You should definitely come back to Primus. There's a ton of great tunes. Jerry Was A Race Car Driver, To Defy The Laws Of Tradition, DMV, Laquerhead, Mrs, Baileen, Over The Falls.

[@Johnny_Chingas13]

Wynona's big brown beaver would've been much better to introduce them to Primus on.

[@TranzparentMethods]

Agreed. It's a little less abstract.

[@cMckone93]

that solo uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuugh

[@kevinnewson6116]

rudyescobar13 or Harold of the Rocks

[@TheSlimshadyrocks]

Actually shake hands with beef holds that place

[@shinugnu8446]

My thoughts too ... and the video would have freaked them out

[@revwroth3698]

I want to see the video of them realizing that the bassist and the vocalist are both Les Claypool...

[@richardbalser1370]

And the bartender!!!!

[@derekgilbert1752]

mica davis most of the vocal work on this track is actually Tom Waits. The part where Tommy is telling the story is him, the intro and chorus is Les.

[@revwroth3698]

@@derekgilbert1752 I was not aware of that, thanks for the new information. Les was the usual vocalist though, no? Like on electric uncle sam or the antipop?

[@mattjones4285]

@@revwroth3698 He's the vocalist on most songs, Tom Waits was on this one.

[@Nachtopus]

You KNOW I clicked immediately for this one!

[@steveisking]

Entropathocracy69 I shut off a other vid to jump over here for this

[@JasonFerguson17t]

This isn't metal. Les Claypool is a bass playing alien. No one plays like him. I'm not sure Victor Wooten could keep up...

[@boy2202]

Funk metal

[@kevinheckeler]

I'm sure Victor could 'keep up', but Victor would never come up with these lines in the first place. Les is a good, creative song writer as well as great bassist. Perhaps only Geddy Lee stands above him in Rock. Victor Wooten is inventive in a completely different way, different genres. A bit of an apples/oranges comparison.

[@michaelvondrake7489]

Jason Ferguson PRIMUS is Modern Fusion. Bringing many different kinds of music together.

[@corbincrownover6120]

React to Primus- My Name Is Mud, good bass and has an interesting story.

[@jonnygreenjeans]

The Great Tuco agreed. They would like the rhythm of that and it’s a bit less abstract like this one.

[@korylinn2251]

The Great Tuco One of my all time favorites! I hope they do it!

[@eddief69ef]

Primus is famous for the bass riffs by Les Claypool. Try reacting to Primus, "My name is Mud.

[@igottabasketballjones7420]

No set up, Primus is in a league of their own.

[@mikebiggums1921]

On the subject of obscurity in music, two bands that I consider very different from anything you've reacted to on this channel (and pretty much anything I've heard before) are Om and Cult Of Luna. I hope you guys will give them a listen, preferably Om's song State Of Non-Return and Cult Of Luna's song I: The Weapon.

[@UnusHonorabilis]

Seconded. State of Non-Return is one of my current favourites

[@Nykut7]

Pink Floyd - Time

[@ronaldcordova4210]

Danny Carey from TOOL once filled in on drums for them when their drummer could not tour because of a illness

[@spamsingles5948]

And Justin Chancellor had a cameo on their newest album

[@holmes51bhc]

Rumor is Les tried out for Metallica after Cliff pressed away. He was turned down for being too good thinking they would hold him back.

[@Pedroleum100]

Danny Carey also played with Les Claypool a few songs on two albums by Adrian Belew. Check out Adrian Belew's _Ampersand_ and _Writing on the Wall._

[@privateportall]

Interesting that no one mentioned this!!! If you know South Park... you KNOW Primus ;).

[@RubenGmez]

Jeffrey W you're like the 10th person. It's all good. You won't be last to mention it though.

[@alanwhyte1348]

Faith no more - the real thing class song

[@NeonBlazeMusic]

I say "Midlife Crisis" is a better choice.

[@Frank216S]

Midlife Crisis for Sure

[@ther6989]

Primus' genre: Primus or maybe experimental rock but when i first looked up the genre 14 years ago, it just said "Primus"

[@M0rket]

Back in the early mp3 days, Primus had their own genre entry in WinAmp.

[@bluchicken_995]

Neur0s1s Funk Metal

[@seanham4040]

@@bluchicken_995 I do think Mr.Harmon has nailed it 100%. I shall heretofore,when asked,refer to Primus' Genre as "Neurosis funk metal'

[@CP-uw4ts]

Alternative metal, just like tool.

[@brandocommando5535]

More people need to know about primus, I got to see them live with slayer and it was amazing.

[@2112sbfan]

I've seen them open for Rush twice. Also saw them with fishbone. And a couple times by themselves. Great band to see live.

[@barklordofthesith2997]

That seems to be an unusual mix. But i cannot complain as i like both bands. I'd go see that show for sure.

[@coreyjustin8252]

Same here. Was the best show. Phil anselmo opening crushing Pantera songs.

[@victormoreno554]

Ler, the guitarist in primus, used to be in a death metal band, possessed.

[@atomvalorblack7206]

OMG A Primus reaction lol! These always turn to be pretty funny cause of how "out there" Primus is. You guys should react to "Are you Dead Yet?" by Children of Bodom #FreeThinkers

[@arthurzabronsky9530]

AtomValorBlack I love COB, but it should be "Bodom After Midnight" or "Downfall". Something that showcases the keyboard.

[@atomvalorblack7206]

Arthur Zabronsky or Everytime I Die

[@witherbloom2727]

Please listen to Cirice by Ghost, I believe that this song is a good introductory to the band.

[@My0wnSavi0r]

Pink floyd - time

[@brandonhill4197]

Edin Kreso yeah it's time for some floyd

[@KeeganRobbins]

Yes, need some Floyd, but I say Comfortably Numb for that guitar solo.

[@stewy37]

I like Money personally, but Time and Comfortably Numb are great choices also.

[@tobyhubler9902]

When I was in high school in Milton Pennsylvania, this band was a institution in itself. A lot of my peers loved this band. Some they were their favorite band. Just one of a kind.

[@vanilla_milkshake]

If you liked this, you'll love their "Wynona's big brown Beaver" song. Oh, Spin Doctors did the "Two Princes" song 😉👌

[@igottabasketballjones7420]

Vanilla Milkshake LOL thanks man, Spin Doctors, I could not remember that for the life of me. It was bugging me last night. I posted a link for them if they wanna check out WBBB

[@posmobin]

If you want a different sound, check out "Focus - Hocus Pocus Live '73". Crazy guitar & drum solos, voicals, flute, whistling, yodeling, and random gibberish. All performed live on the Midnight Special hosted by Gladys Knight. It's a smorgasbord of awesome and crazy, wrapped up in a 70's prog-rock fusion drug trip. Definitely worth checking out (for the entertainment an WOW factor), especially since you guys dig the old early rock/metal stuff like Sabbath.

[@kidof70s]

AND HOW!

[@TheVitooo89]

Yes! That would be awesome!

[@tonytaurus3676]

Yes! Focus are awesome!

[@commandermeow6790]

Definitely a unique song & sound.

[@Themartinezjoeshow]

Deftones passenger please great mix with Maynard from tool

[@VinnyOso]

i wish i could upvote this 100 times. I've been voting for this since Digital Bath.

[@Themartinezjoeshow]

Vinny Oso I have been requesting it for a long time as well.

[@throneborn]

I really hope they react to Passenger. Given that they liked their first deftones reaction, they should love Passenger. Plus, they like Maynard's vocals too. Definitely hope it's their next Deftones reaction.

[@chrisbystrak7967]

I frickin love you two,s commentary and choice of music to review. I was well aware of primus way before this, and give you guys my deepest respect for opening your minds to all kinds of music. So many hidden gems by bands and musicians out there that closeminded people completely miss by only listening to " what they like".

[@frankschrodinger1424]

Kyuss - Gardenia

[@desicrit]

or their version of "into the void"

[@pablochacon666]

oh god yes

[@zgodnipatuljak3253]

Kyuss - Demon Cleaner

[@tonygriffin3464]

Would love to see some Kyuss done!!

[@meistymac297]

KYUSS!! I would go Green Machine or Gardenia though

[@josephkuchar5645]

I'd love Kyuss, but I'd go Supa Scoopa and the Mighty Scoop or Phototropic, maybe.

[@ledgm108]

Phototrophic, Whitewater, Gardenia, all great Kyuss songs

[@grinchbass74]

Kyuss, Monster Magnet, Karma to Burn,....

[@Samwise7RPG]

You did Primus!? Awesome.

[@KabukiKid]

Samwise! Funny seeing you here! :-D I subscribe to your channel! heh :-)

[@tool_fann1843]

do MORE primes!!!

[@Samwise7RPG]

Haha, *High Five* KabukiKid.

[@Samwise7RPG]

Yeah, these guys are great.

[@KabukiKid]

^5

[@99yodaman]

Great recommendation! Yes “Jerry was a race car driver” or “John the fisherman” next...my vote Lost in Vegas RuLez!

[@Frogemoth]

DEATH - SPIRIT CRUSHER

[@jordyvandeven2010]

yeah love that song, but really not sure they'll like it, maybe voice of the soul is better for them

[@brianmcalpine3948]

YES ITS GAINING MOMENTUM LETS GOOOO

[@Liz-cmc313]

Primus, sweet. The Brown Album is my fav. Shake Hands With Beef is awesome 🤘 Primus is know for their killer bass sounds. They are quirky. But they do have some groovy songs. Love your honest opinions. Great job guys as always 🤘

[@Daddymatt00]

Brown Album is the greatest! BOB'S PARTY TIME!!!!!

[@NoxiousPond]

brown album is my least favorite and I actually dig antipop more. But even the worst primus album is still damn good.

[@mjnation7876]

Yeah they gotta react to Shake Hands With Beef and Lacquer Head

[@WinAmp97IRWTLA]

Honestly a horrible first suggestion for these guys to listen to. At least suggest the songs like Jerry Was A Race Car Driver, These Damn Blue Collared Tweakers, My Name Is Mud or Mr Krinkle.

[@DomakChard]

Why? Tommy the Cat is a classic and more fast paced and engaging than the others. I do love Those Damn Blue Collared Tweakers though.

[@Docthecowboyoperator]

Audioslave - Show Me How to Live. Come on guys you’ll love it. Audioslave is the musicians from Rage Against The Machine and Chris Cornell from Soundgarden is the singer. Amazing group and amazing song. Pretty please. Love you guys. Keep up the great work

[@gabrielstratton1775]

Keep in mind this is a band that walks on stage and says, "hey we are primus and we suck" The fans regularly chant "YOU SUCK!" At their shows