Les Claypool

Leslie "Les" Edward Claypool is a bassist and lead singer, best known for his work with the alternative rock band Primus. Born on September 29, 1963, in Richmond, California, Claypool's mastery o

Leslie "Les" Edward Claypool is a bassist and lead singer, best known for his work with the alternative rock band Primus. Born on September 29, 1963, in Richmond, California, Claypool's mastery of the electric bass has brought him into the spotlight with his funky, creative playing style. Though he cites bass virtuoso Geddy Lee of Rush as his greatest influence, Claypool mixed heavy metal finger-tapping, along with a Larry Graham-like slap technique to develop his own unique style. Today Claypool is considered by many to be one of rock's best bassists, and Claypool himself has become an influence on younger bassists in recent years.

Les Claypool was born on September 29th 1963 in Richmond, California, but was raised in El Sobrante, California in a working class family.