Metalsucks — More than 5,000 people applied. The post Primus’ Les Claypool Warns Potential Drummers of “Pranksters” Pretending to be the Band appeared first on MetalSucks. more info

Metalsucks — They gave some tips on what they're looking for. The post Primus Gives Update on Drummer Search: “We Aren’t Looking for a Clone” appeared first on MetalSucks. more info

Metal Injection — "Smashy cymbals and fast metal riffs don't impress as much as dynamics, finesse, originality, and POCKET. Be musical, not athletic." more info

Stereogum — Following Tim “Herb” Alexander’s recent and unexpected departure from Primus, the band continues in their quest to find a new drummer. Lucky for them, they just received a highly impressive video audition from bluegrass darling Billy Strings... more info

Metalsucks — Unfortunately, entries from other universes do not qualify. The post Who Wants to Drum for Primus? They’re “Taking Submissions From All Points in the Universe” appeared first on MetalSucks. more info

Stereogum — Last month, Primus revealed that drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander quit over email, saying he “lost his passion for playing.” The former member has since clarified what happened to Rolling Stone, explaining he has “been in a place of deep hea... more info

Metal Injection — "Seeking a well-mannered, affable individual with original sensibility and aesthetic, possessing a desire to open new doors in the creative world." more info

Metalsucks — We'll miss ya Herb but, we get it. The post Ex-Primus Drummer Tim Alexander Explains His Quick Exit appeared first on MetalSucks. more info

Metal Injection — It was health related. more info

Stereogum — Earlier this week, Primus revealed that longtime drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander left the band via email, citing that he “lost his passion for playing.” Today, the former member expanded on why he exited to Rolling Stone . more info