What The... My First Time Hearing Primus - Mr. Krinkle (Reaction!!)

[@poloreacts27]

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[@jack-of-all-trades1234]

I didn't think you were going to like this at all. A lot of people don't get Primus at all. But you get it.😊

[@commentingisdangerous7530]

you know all of the bass guitars les claypool plays he makes by hand from scratch....?

[@commentingisdangerous7530]

primus is latin for 'the best'.

[@commentingisdangerous7530]

i love your video's because they seem genuine. if you don't like something plz be honest.

[@1solosoldier]

Double Bass string instrument

[@soundautomatic1]

fun fact: Primus is the only band on iTunes that's it's own genre. So it's band: Primus. Song: Mr. Krinkle. Genre: Primus.

[@lasmisissimal]

I actually use Mr. Krinkle as a litmus test. Generally speaking, if you like Mr. Krinkle, you will likely appreciate a fair bit of their catalog.

[@coltburks5450]

Same

[@I_AM_BAYTOR]

Primus is my favourite band and this is not a top song for me, at all.

[@thebassmath]

That's fair.

[@macknoeth4851]

I’d say if you liked pork soda the song you’d prolly like most their catalog. Took me many years of liking them to like is it luck. Which now I love

[@justinkase1360]

I think it's one of their more mainstream friendly songs. I could see someone liking this and not some their other songs. Anyway, it rocks either way.

[@chrisfrench9257]

Bass is pronounced as base, brother! I made that mistake when I was young and was promptly corrected on it, lol. Just thought I'd share. Primus is a great band. Les definitely inspired a love in the bass guitar for me. One Better is one of my favorite songs they play. They have a cartoon music video made for it that's pretty wild. Check it out sometime!

[@tommj4365]

I assumed he was being silly... I've heard him pronounce "bass" correctly in other videos...

[@pointlessmanatee]

He said it right in this video too but he wasn't talking about bass guitar but just bass in general

[@Issueforth]

@@pointlessmanatee Maybe there was a bass fish in the ice block! In the video commentary on the DVD Les tells what that fish is. I forget, though.

[@michaellamb9596]

How would you prepare a bass, with lemon dill marinade?

[@chrisfrench9257]

@@michaellamb9596 sounds like a solid plan to me

[@briankons]

That bass line is so addictive - it'll be stuck in your head for days now. (That's a good thing.)

[@thefunklord841]

The bassist Les Claypool is immensely talented! As is Larry Lalonde, the guitarist, and Tim Alexander, the drummer. Thanks for sharing your Primus experience with us all.

[@georgelynch6139]

Les, Ler and Herb

[@briansteele1992]

And Bryan "Brain" Mantia

[@dmc009]

His name is herb

[@cochese95]

Dude. 23 years later and there is STILL no band that sounds like Primus. They are so unique.

[@DrBoneright]

40 years.

[@awandererfromys1680]

2:43 That's no smog, that's the fire extinguisher they used on the dude that walked by while on fire a few seconds before. It's well timed with the bass draw.

[@timg7627]

This takes me right back to the early 90s. So many good Primus memories from that time. 🤘🤘

[@heathcornbeef]

In 1993/4 i was sick as fuck the worst flu I've ever had and found a tape in the kitchen put it into my tape deck in my room had it on repeat and heard that tape over and over and over and over again i couldn't get out of bed to change the tape and didn't really want to it was THE SEA OF CHEESE and that's how i got introduced to PRIMUS and choice one flu without you i might not have given their out there sounds a decent crack

[@heathcornbeef]

Bro for something different from here in Aotearoa New Zealand MISSING TEETH live at New Zealand Punk Fest Song THE PLAGUE it's a really good recording and video and The Murder Chord from Auckland Aotearoa new zealand Song NEXT YEAR'S GONNA BE BETTER two piece keyboards and drums David on keyboards and vocals was Missing Teeth's drummer and Ryan on Drum's used to be the Drummer for Real Real Sick and is solid as 👍👏👏👏🤘✌️ this two piece sounds like a full four/five piece band there's nothing missing

[@G2thesecondpower]

I got to mosh to Primus at the Haight street fair in 89. On the bill with Faith No More. Those were the days...

[@galacticsurvivorvainamoine5823]

"The greatest kind of weird there is" is a very apt description of Primus.

[@MrVolksbeetle]

This is pure Primus. One of my favorite reactions I’ve had is playing music at work and this some come up. “What Is that!?” Than having a 10 min conversation of “What a Primus” is.

[@tatt00l]

Les Claypool is amazing in his own unique way. And amazing live

[@andreww1225]

He is definitely one of the best stage performers I’ve ever seen.

[@sumonjamal1653]

Primus classics - 'DMV'... 'American life'... 'To defy the laws of tradition'... 'Bob'... 'Shake hands with beef'... 'Lacquer head'... 'Sergeant Baker' 🔥🔥🤘🤘

[@corysparks1428]

Love lacquer head!!!

[@lucidcharade12]

Never hear/read people mention The Toys go Winding Down, but that's one of my absolute favorites. Makes me wonder if I'm in the minority on that one.

[@jeremyinclt]

@@lucidcharade12 that's a great one....bass riff with good headphones on rattles the brain

[@manuelrobledo8072]

"this song has a more conventional sound" whoever said that got you😂

[@georgelynch6139]

that was me😎

[@JonathanWillow-zz7rb]

​@@georgelynch6139 , George, you hero among men.

[@bareakon]

​@@georgelynch6139And I say unto thee

[@georgelynch6139]

@@bareakon Well...”say baby”

[@thomasharris4942]

Fun facts: Les auditioned to be the bassist for Metallica; in 2020, before COVID, he was on tour covering Rush's entire Farewell to Kings album; and, yes, this video is all one take. A truly unique talent

[@JesseJames7-8-9]

7th grade, Walkman, Utah Mormon town, jammin’, girl I had a crush on: “ What are you listening to?”, “Here, check it out”, Listens to THIS song, “Eww weird” 2 days later got my first kiss from said crush😁

[@johns1625]

Les Claypool is the bassist. There is a mocumentary similar to Spinal Tap called "Electric Apricot and the Quest for Festeroo" where he plays a super obsessive drummer in a funk jam band. There are also several other famous musicians in it. Wonderful and hilarious movie for anyone interested!

[@ChainMan21]

I haven't seen that movie in years. Definitely gotta watch it again.

[@FeralPatrick]

They're incredible live. Les NEVER disappoints.

[@victorcoleman949]

I remember seeing Primus play at an OzzFest, which is weird enough... then Bucket Head walked out.

[@KnowGood82]

This video was shot in ONE take. Think about how crazy that is. The entire circus just did their thing flawlessly.

[@commentingisdangerous7530]

the fact you did a deep dive into primus and listened to mr. krinkle shows how genuine you are. thank you for what you do.

[@brenttuttle7268]

This is also one of my favorites....along with Laquerhead and South bound Pacyderm

[@W1llSki11z]

Great song! Video was done in one take, no edits

[@willransier]

I like how he gave it that thought! Blame it on the fish is where I blacked out on reality Primus and Les's band Fancy. Love it!

[@Bobbnoxious]

A little trivia about this video: Les Claypool is a big Pink Floyd fan. His pig costume and the businessman on fire are references to the Floyd albums "Animals" and 'Wish You Were Here".

[@solomungrundy82]

I love that you appreciate Primus. They are my favorite band and I love when they get the appreciation they deserve.

[@ryanbennetts5767]

One of my favourite songs from PRIMUS ❤❤❤❤

[@drummerchrissk09]

Love your reactions.. Primus is just one of those bands that's hard to hate on.. they are authentic in the weirdness and just like you said in such a good way!

[@jasonmarquis7586]

One of the best things about being an 80s teen was getting to see Primus live when they were still young.

[@tommj4365]

never watched the video before, but it's somehow pretty close to what I imagined growing up listening to this song

[@BradDaniels38]

I came home one night, 16 or 17 years old. 90’s Flipped on the tv while still tripping and this video started. And then I went to see them live on the tour for the album. Been a fan ever since.

[@stecumo6459]

i bought sailing on the seas of cheese the day it came out,then seeing "jerry was a race car driver" on headbangers ball or mtv2.loved seeing bands like primus and whale on mtv2 thinking "what the fuck are these but i love it" what a time to be alive

[@reasonablefacsimile]

I don't remember if MTV played JwaRCD in the afternoon sometimes or if I had it recorded, but I distinctly recall coming home after school, when nobody else was home, cranking the sh*t out of JwaRCD in the living room, and windmill-headbanging to the heavy part until I was light-headed!

[@stecumo6459]

@@reasonablefacsimile sounds like a good day mate haha

[@paulbreault4513]

Just dropped $1K for front row center for my first Primus show. I know you feel it! Can’t wait! Good job man.

[@jasonrideout6786]

Less bowing a base makes this one of the coolest and most unique songs. The one take circus act is also a trip to watch.

[@douglasgonzalez7561]

This was my first time seeing this video too! LOVED IT!

[@tattoodude8946]

This is the first song (and video) from Primus that I ever heard (and saw, 🤣). I will never forget it. I was up late watching MTV at my grandparent's house writing down the names of cool bands that popped up with the after hours videos, when the pop videos faded out. I was so blown away! I couldn't take my eyes off it. It was like, "What am I watching here?" They were so far outside the norm that I was enamored - and have been ever since.

[@truly_I_say]

The craziest part of this entire thing is that primus did all of this music video in ONE TAKE! straight through! I dont think people appreciate how hard that is to do. Zero cuts and zero room for mistake. Primus is top tier for sure

[@kevinmackay757]

"The greatest type of weird there is" Spot-on. So cool to watch your reactions to good, challenging music. You've got an open mind and a real appreciation for creativity brother. Respect.

[@GayleKazanis]

It's strange. But I do like it ❤ going on 3 months very little sleep 😢 since Ron passed away.43 years together ❤ don't know what to do ❤ ✌️ Polo

[@slickwillie214]

I've seen this played live many times over the years, & every time, it's awesome! The crowd always goes nuts.

[@bumpert2217]

“The greatest kind of weird there is” sums up Primus perfectly

[@samhell2492]

This was the first song I ever heard from these guys. It's 2 a.m., I just got home from a bar, I'm inebriated to say the least. I sit down with a few pieces of pizza that I ordered earlier in the day, I turned on the TV, flipped it to MTV, ..... and I'm met with a dude in a pig's head singing mr. Krinkle. I think you could imagine my reaction😳

[@aWhimTested]

The one time I saw them, my first real concert ever, I mainly remember him playing the tall bass

[@robplotnick]

"Thats Herb! Herb the geniuson drummer"!

[@thomasharris4942]

Les is still out there doing his thing!

[@americanheretic4315]

My memories of Primus are still my favorite ever. All the bay area funk bands really. And now I appreciate them even more when i want to weird out my younger family members. Glad you joined us in liking Primus Polo.

[@georgelynch6139]

It was a great period in the Bay area club scene,

[@j.d...]

Fungo Mungo!

[@kennedyfiggdrums]

I’ve seen them live 3 times, they played this two of those times. It’s so good

[@jesuschrist-alphaomega]

Lov3 them. Greatest video ever Mr krinkel

[@kookiemonster3261]

The first time I seen this video I went out a purchased everything primus had out at the time everything plus concerts since

[@markbenoit3395]

Saw them in concert in my hometown Worcester Ma. mid 90's Small venue, up close and personal. Phenomenal live show.

[@andrewstowe574]

I've been hoping someone would recommend Mr. Krinkle! Love this song and video. Thanks Polo!

[@ronniefarnsworth6465]

From the Koool Chaos of Claypool's mind or insane Asylum !!! 😵‍💫🤤😄 "Creepy Carney Funhouse" ride where on here !!! 😳😧🥸👍

[@bennovak4182]

I saw Primus in 1998 at the Joint @the HardRock in Vegas when i was 18 yrs old with my now late best friend..we'd been fans of Primus since we'd been in middle school..it was an epic show...miss you Justin!

[@Rachel-art-and-design]

Primus was the first concert I went to when I was a senior in high school (1992) at the Greek theater in Berkeley, CA. Them and the Violent Femmes were my favorite bands at the time. And I got to see the Red Hot Chili Peppers at Lalapolooza a couple years later.

[@munkeeBraynStoo]

I was born in the same city as Les was, Parkersburg WV

[@Johnnyhotrockets]

Wasn’t he born in California?

[@komma8203]

Love primus, its so good, les, larry and tim are just amazing at what they do, and live is just insane

[@chuckgraf8141]

I've been listening to Primus since the early 90s. I love their quirkiness

[@nashharder5438]

As a drummer my first introduction to primus was the summer of grade 8 on a mushroom high and my buddy who was guitarist played mr kinkle, southbound pachyderm, dmv and jerry was a racedriver on youtube.. my life was changed that very day/night!

[@richardpichan6916]

You can't go wrong with Primus. Always enjoy your videos 👍

[@PANIC_aka_PinD]

Yes, this video was done completely without cuts. Fun fact: Mtv banned Lacquer Head because they thought the song promoted drug use ... when in fact it was doing just the opposite. Primus has always been a misunderstood band.

[@dominickferrari8368]

Try " Over the Falls " if you enjoy the upright bass :)

[@kathyedleman633]

Yes !! Talk about a groove, that upright fuzzy bass !

[@willransier]

Thank you George!

[@dannytapp7259]

This album has several like this , absolute bangers some the best music you'll ever hear

[@schrodingers-gat]

For me this is my favorite one shot video. Classic. 🐽 🐟 🎸

[@TheStBlaine]

Yessss finally Mr Krinkle! My favorite Primus song.

[@metalstephie79]

I saw these guys in 2017. It was fantastic. If they come close to you you should go see them. It was a pretty chill crowd.

[@CyanShaman]

I'm glad you like Primus. They got me through some rough stuff in life and to see you react to their music on a Saturday morning... It's made my day

[@Gandaug]

In reference to 2:05 I've been listening to Primus since 1991. This is still weird to me too, and I love it for that very reason. Primus stands as one of the most weird yet musically genius level bands of all time.

[@corey6393]

Your interchangeability of the two pronunciations of "bass" in this video really gave me a chuckle. Saw these guys at the MSU field house in Missoula, MT back in 1998 or so. Tons O fun. Great live show.

[@mikepierce6883]

You get it man!!!! They are insanely creative!!!! Thats what makes this band so legendary!!

[@newcombesylvia]

I never knew this video existed even tho I've seen others. Are/were they in theater? It looks so experimental- love it! Thanks Polo

[@CNL117711]

That would indeed be a SHOW to see 😁😁

[@cptchaotic]

This is my favorite song by them

[@jeremypletz4955]

i accidentally found the mr krinkle video and it quickly went in heavy rotation. primus is phenomenal.

[@tallouse2146]

Les Claypool is beyond talented. I’ve seen him in concert a few times and he leaves my jaw on the floor every time. I love their version of Devil went down to Georgia. You should checkout Buckethead

[@rtroyer8963]

That was one of their best, it was crazy good when it came out, and it holds up perfectly today!

[@davidbailey6397]

Saw Primus open for Rush around 1992. Awesome show . Saw both bands many times and neither one disappointed .

[@scottspears9347]

My best friend played the stand up bass when we were growing up. He started on the stand up and he also had an electric bass. My friend said at the time that he could get more deeper sounds from the stand up bass

[@cjonesufc]

My girl never liked Primus until I took her to go see them live at the Oakdale Theater in Connecticut. Being a concert junkie she agreed to give them a chance. We were on the edge of the pit all night so she could get close to the action without getting hurt. I’ve been a fan since around 1990 and though I love their albums it’s their live show that never fails to be phenomenal. They killed it and she got to elbow a few people who got too close. Lol. She’s become a huge fan. Les is known to have a ton of side projects, too. Colonel Claypool’s Bucket of Bernie Brains is worth checking out with Buckethead, Bernie Worrell from P Funk, and Bryan “Brain” Mantia who is drummer on a few Primus Albums. He did one album under the name Sausage which is actually the original Primus lineup. Todd Huth on guitar and Jay Lane on drums. I recommend starting with “Riddles are Abound Tonight” on that album. He has a solo project where he plays everything with only a few small guest musicians an a few songs. That album is called “Les Claypool and the Holy Mackerel Presents: Highball With the Devil.” The track “Holy Mackerel” is a good place to start on that album. He has a project called Colonel Les Claypool's Fearless Flying Frog Brigade with a rotating membership of musicians and some interesting instrumentation. They play a lot of festivals and shows and are actually on tour right now. Lastly, Les was a massive fan of Geddy Lee and Rush early on and became friends with them in the 90s. My best friend and his brother saw Primus open for Rush and that’s my biggest missed-concert regret.

[@bryanparenteau374]

"Jill's on Smack "....the live version. It's one of my favorites.

[@ScootLoops616]

He also whips out the uprite bass in Glass Sandwich, DE Anza Jig, air is getting slippery and my personal favorite Jillies on Smack (live at Bonaroo 2011) and many more. The guitarist Larry Lalonde will also play a banjo and it works really well with their style.

[@j.wright5918]

Randomly saw them live in Guadalajara Mexico quite a few years ago. Smaller venue. Top ten best shows ever. Teatro Diana was the name of the place. Nice and cozy super perfect for this!

[@bab3242]

my favorite primus song and video

[@DannyRetroGamer]

I had heard a couple of Primus songs before, but I'm glad to say I discovered your channel AND re-discovered Primus thanks to you. Awesome content!

[@reasonablefacsimile]

"This is still weird, too, in sort of a way for me." -- Dude, I've listened to these guys for 30 years and this song has never stopped being weird!

[@skizr4200]

This is the song that made me fall in love with primus oh so many years ago

[@Jcole000123]

We should be sending PRIMUS out for the Galaxy!

[@JaredDoyle76]

The Pork Soda was my introduction to Primus when it was released. I remember how cool it was to know they were touring with Rush and were hugely influenced by them (Rush).

[@dharkgoblin100]

Mr. Krinkle fits right up there with The Trek. Leaves in awe with the sounds they make!

[@timparlow9357]

i got to see Primus open for Tool a few years ago, he wore the pig mask while doing another song he plays the stand up bass on called 'Jilly's on Smack".... fkn phenomenal

[@KarlOlofsson]

Man, you should try to interview Les. You are the only reactor that seem to understand, appreciate and respect their art. Not just considering them "a bit funny" at best lol

[@Nolan013]

"This looks like it was all done in one take." Great eye sir, it certainly was!

[@michaelluciano7774]

Absolutely love your taste 😋 😍

[@karlbecker8775]

Totally underrated song! The video was done in one take, BTW. John the Fisherman, please! Southbound Pachyderm and Camelback Cinema are also great.

[@mmabrute]

Listening to different genres of music really shows intelligence and openness.

[@danielanderson4843]

You are the first reaction KZbin creator I’ve ever subscribed to I’ve been on KZbin a long time and I’ve seen a lot of reactions from a lot of people. I love your breakdown of the music and the videos that come with them I’m glad you’re getting into metal music. keep it up I’m interested in seeing you find more metal bands you enjoy. P.S. I would highly recommend listening to a band called gojira

[@RustyKuntz4547]

Love Primus!!! If you ever go to see them live do the best VIP Package. We'll worth the money 💯

[@billblon]

"How can you not like this?!" You're completely correct. I seen them live once in Pittsburgh, PA on their Anti-Pop Tour and it still holds the #1 spot for best band I've seen live.

[@JonMalbrough]

I really hope you get to see them live. The experience of a Primus show is incredible

[@patrickbrunelle3283]

Poloooooooooo! Glad you're digging some Primus. The name you're looking for is Les Claypool. One of the greatest bass players to touch the strings. Look him up. Came close to being the bass player for Metallica back in the day. Went on to form Primus and has done several side projects which are all worth listening to. Here are a few song suggestions for you when you get a minute: Frizzle Fry, Harold of the Rocks, Pudding Time, Is it Luck, Puddin' Taine, The Antipop, Ballad of Bodacious, Hendershot, Long in the Tooth, and many others. Enjoy the ride man!

[@airwindows]

Fun fact though I can't find the confirmation of this: my understanding is that the track was recorded on a funky old upright bass Les Claypool had.. And it got through the take used on the album, and then promptly exploded from the string tension. Which I think, seems appropriate :)

[@utubehound69]

Bass like Bass in the Lac, All about thatBass No Treble.