Stereogum — In October, Tim “Herb” Alexander abruptly quit Primus, saying he “lost his passion for playing.” He did a lengthy interview elaborating what happened, and then the band held auditions for a new drummer. John Hoffman was announced as the re... more info

Metalsucks — Openers will be singer-songwriter Ty Segall and experimental session bassist MonoNeon. The post Primus Announce Onwards & Upwards Tour with New Drummer John Hoffman appeared first on MetalSucks. more info

Metal Injection — When isn't Primus on the road this year? The post PRIMUS Announces US Tour With TY SEGALL & MONONEON appeared first on Metal Injection. more info

Stereogum — Tool fans are famously loyal, and they’re willing to shell out a lot of money for concert tickets and elaborate merch, but that doesn’t mean that they they’re OK with being ripped off. This past weekend, Tool headlined Live In The Sand, thei... more info

Antimusic Rock — Primus is pulling back the curtain on their unique audition process with the launch of the 'Primus Interstellar Drum Derby,' more info

Stereogum — The long-running, progged-out Bay Area funk-metal trio Primus released Frizzle Fry, their first proper studio album, in 1990. Now, they’re getting ready to celebrate the record’s 35th anniversary by selling a limited edition cast iron Frizzle ... more info

Metalsucks — Congrats again, man. The post New Primus Drummer John Hoffman Speaks Out on His Selection: “Thanks To You All” appeared first on MetalSucks. more info

Stereogum — Last fall, Primus’ drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander quit the band, prompting the other members to post an open call for a new drummer. A lot of big names apparently tried out for the gig, like Thomas Pridgen (Fever 333, the Mars Volta) and Nikki... more info

Metalsucks — Good for that guy! The post Primus Officially Introduce Their New Drummer John Hoffman appeared first on MetalSucks. more info

Magnet Magazine — 35 years ago today, Primus released debut studio album Frizzle Fry. Don’t you see the life that you are missing? Read our Claypool Lennon Delirium cover story with Les Claypool and Sean Lennon by Wilco’s Nels Cline: The post Primus Released Debut... more info