2020 Reader Favorite Bassists – #8: Les Claypool
Editor’s Note: At the end of each year, we tally up all the article and video views on No Treble to come up with a list of the top 10 most popular bassists. This is entirely based on readership, not on opinions, polls, or anything else. Just having some fun.
As with many of us, Les Claypool had big plans for 2020 but was forced to adjust the schedule. Readers were super excited to hear about his “A Tribute to Kings”, which thankfully is planned for 2021. Add in some videos, and a Fearless Flying Frog Brigade reissue, and Les lands on this year’s list at number eight.
Les Claypool, Danny Carey, Bill Kelliher, Claudio Sanchez, Steve Brodsky: Anthem
Today is Geddy Lee’s birthday, and we’re celebrating with a video by Les Claypool, Danny Carey, Bill Kelliher, Claudio Sanchez, and Steve Brodsky paying tribute to Rush, with their version of “Anthem.” Get ready to rock.
Primus Reschedules Rush Tribute Tour
It’s been a roller coaster of emotions for Primus fans this year. The band’s highly anticipated “A Tribute to Kings” tour, which will feature Les Claypool and the gang performing Rush’s “A Farewell to Kings” in full, has been rescheduled for 2021.
Les Claypool, Mike Gordon, Phil Lesh, and More: D’s Diner, Live at The Jammys
Relix just published this video from a 2006 show at The Jammys, and it is our kind of video. In this clip, Les Claypool, Mike Gordon, and Phil Lesh team up for this performance of “D’s Diner.”
Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade’s “Live Frogs” Reissued on Vinyl
After being released as part of Record Store Day in November, a remastered vinyl version of Colonel Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade’s “Live Frogs” is now widely available. The package includes both sets one and two on green splatter vinyl.
Primus Announces “Alive From Pachyderm Station” Streaming Event
Like every band this year, Primus was forced to cancel all of their plans for 2020. However, the band has just announced a virtual concert called “Alive From Pachyderm Station” that will be airing Friday, December 11th.
