Date of Birth: September 29, 1963
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Date of Death: [Remove this section as Les Claypool is alive]
Biography
Les Claypool, born Leslie Edward Claypool, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and author, best known as the bassist and lead vocalist of the band Primus. Born in Richmond, California, Claypool grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and demonstrated an early interest in music. Primarily self-taught, he developed a unique and eclectic bass-playing style that has garnered him widespread acclaim. Claypool’s music spans a variety of genres, including rock, funk, metal, and progressive rock. Claypool founded Primus in 1984 and quickly became known for his virtuosic slap-bass technique, innovative compositions, and quirky lyrics. The band’s breakthrough album, “Sailing the Seas of Cheese” (1991), brought them mainstream success, and subsequent albums like “Pork Soda” (1993) and “Tales from the Punchbowl” (1995) solidified their place in the alternative rock scene. Apart from Primus, Claypool has been involved in numerous side projects, such as Oysterhead (with Trey Anastasio of Phish and Stewart Copeland of The Police), Colonel Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade, and Duo de Twang. In addition to his musical endeavors, he has authored the novel “South of the Pumphouse” and directed the mockumentary “Electric Apricot: Quest for Festeroo.”
5 Interesting Facts about Les Claypool
1. Les Claypool auditioned for Metallica in 1986 following the death of bassist Cliff Burton, but was ultimately not chosen.
2. He is known for playing custom basses made by Carl Thompson, including a six-string fretless bass.
3. Claypool is an avid fisherman and has appeared on various fishing shows.
4. He has provided voice work for animated series such as “Robot Chicken” and “South Park.”
5. Claypool directed and wrote the mockumentary “Electric Apricot: Quest for Festeroo,” which parodies the jam band scene.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Les Claypool
1. “You can’t worry about what people are going to think of you, you just have to do what you want to do.”
2. “Music, in general, is an expression of something that is inside of you. You just have to find the right tool to get it out.”
3. “I’ve always viewed myself as a kind of musical explorer.”
4. “If you want to play somebody’s music, you better be a fan of it, or it’s going to show.”
5. “Sometimes the music dictates what the lyrics are going to be; sometimes the lyrics dictate what the music is going to be.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Les Claypool is estimated to be around $15 million.
Children
Les Claypool has two children with his wife, Chaney Claypool. They have a son named Cage Oliver Claypool and a daughter named Lena Tallulah Claypool.
Relevant Links
1. [Les Claypool’s Official Website](http://www.lesclaypool.com/
2. [Primus’s Official Website](http://www.primusville.com/
3. [Les Claypool on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0165603/
4. [Les Claypool on AllMusic](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/les-claypool-mn0000243410
5. [Les Claypool on Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/260612-Les-Claypool
