I'm sorry, what? Primus - My Name is Mud | REACTION 

Primus is an acquired taste. Their songs are almost completely character driven so their sound/style varies greatly. If you hear Wynona's Big Brown Beaver after listening to this you may not even realize its the same band. A good follow up to this would be Tommy The Cat (your name sake), live at from Bonaroo. If nothing else it will give you appreciation for their musicianship and stage presence.

This is how Primus starts. You are weirded out and don't think you like it. But keep listening and you'll see.

I love this song so much. I totally understand why you wouldn't like it. Hell, I didn't like Primus when I first heard them years ago but they ended up being one of my favorite bands of all time. Amazing live band as well. A great song to check out would be "Tommy the Cat." My personal favorite version is off the album "Suck On This!". Les Claypool is one of the best and indeed most unique bass players in the world. There is no other band like Primus. Fans would often lovingly and playfully yell "Primus Sucks!" at shows and what-not. Les Claypool back in the day would often introduce the band that way: "Hey. We're Primus and we suck!" And then commence to rock the shit out of you. Cheers. \,,/

Love Primus, but as a long time Primus fan, I know it's not for everyone.

That noise you were asking about is a dead note, bass string being muted with the fretting hand while it is slapped so you get a thump instead of a bass note. Les Claypool uses them a lot in his music, great bassist.

Primus is really weird, but I'd put Les Claypool as the greatest bass player of all time. He was my inspiration for picking up bass in high school.

The first time I ever heard them was when they opened for Rush at the Omni in Atlanta WAY back in the 90's. I agree that they are an acquired taste that I didn't get first off. However, they grew on me like so many other bands.

Tommy the Cat and Wynonna's Big Brown Beaver! yeah, Primus is kind of an acquired taste, but nobody can play a bass like Les Claypool.

They are a 3 piece. drums, guitar, and bass/vocals. They are def unique and not for everyone. Les Claypool, however, is one of the best bassists on the planet. Tommy The Cat, Jerry Was A Race Car Driver, none of their music is "normal". Mr. Krinkle and John The Fisherman are two of my favorites.

Percussion sound is the bass

Great honest reaction. It is okay that you didn't get Primus the first time around and they are definitely not for everyone. Maybe they are not for you However, you really should listen to more of their songs and I think maybe you need to see a live performance so you can really see the crazy amount of musicianship and skill these guys have. Personally I think this is an awesome song and Primus is amazing but I don't think it would have been my suggestion as a first listen of the band. Les Claypool the bass player and lead singer is amazing. He is widely considered one of the greatest bass players in the world. Primus are in their own genre. They don't sound like any other band. If you decide to check them out again please try to keep a few things in mind. First they have a strange sense of humor and second although they don't take themselves seriously they are seriously talented musicians. Third if you watch one of their music videos you have to keep their strange sense of humor in mind and realize that there will portions of the videos that will probably make you uncomfortable which is intended. I really think seeing what they are doing in addition to just hearing it will help. I think that you will see and hear the musicianship but it may still not be your cup of tea. Please check out the live version of "Tommy the cat" link below. 1) Primus - "Tommy The Cat" - Bonnaroo 2011 (Official Video) | Bonnaroo365 m.ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-hMsJlJdWof8.html&pp=ygULUHJpbXVzIGxpdmU%3D

The sound you are having trouble understanding is actually the guitar being played by Les Claypool. He can make sounds with a guitar no other player can

Oh man, I could go for a pork soda about now.

"Is there anything else I should listen to from this band?" If you ever get to a point where you "get" Primus, the answer to this question will be a resounding Yes. And then you will likely take that trip through all of Les Claypool's projects over the years. If you want a snapshot showcase of his bass-playing talents, check out Tommy the Cat from Bonnaroo 2011. If you don't "get" them after that, they're definitely not for you. Primus is an acquired taste, tbh.

The drummer kicks ass also, as usual.

Not gonna lie, first time I've ever seen a musician not get what primus does. Hopefully some other tracks from them will wish better for you. I promise you it's worth the effort.

Primus Genius talent creativity art ❤❤❤

Primus is a band for musicians so I understand if it's not for everyone

John the fisherman, lacquer head, those damn blue collar tweekers are some good ones

It's an Amazing song!

I saw Primus in November 1993 in Tampa, great concert.

The guitar bass and drums are meant to clash yet work at the same time.

You might like “Shake Hands with Beef”!

I was entertained 💚

Aaaah....Just get over it and shake hands with beef.

I think this is a great song. thanks for making me feel like a douche bag for having that opinion. I just like it I don't have some formula that I think music has to stick to, I listen to a song and I either like it or I don't, and I like this.

I guess I will never understand why people don't like Primus. This song, and many others are pure bangers! Sure, they're quirky, but their musicianship shines with their ability to take, some would say "off putting sounds", and make them work. I've heard some say this is a musician's favorite type of band, but I'm not a musician and I've enjoyed their sound from the first time I heard them back in the late 80s early 90s. Maybe it was due to my enjoyment of the Dr Demento show in the 70s-80s and the wacky songs that would get played there.

Check out Jerry Was A Race Car Driver. IMHO, it's their best song.

I love Primus, they suck!

This really is a niche band. I never really cared for this song; I don't feel like this song really displays their abilities. The bass player/vocalist is hands down the best bassist I've ever heard, though."Tommy the Cat" was literally phenomenal, though. My favorite song by Primus was "Harold of the Rocks".

You need to react to some Buckethead! He played guitar in this music video and he is probably the most prolific artist on earth with over 500 albums. I would recommend Buckethead - Eerie Canal or Final Wars as a starting place

Tommy, thank you for your sincere reaction. I feel the same about the song :)

Been listening to primus since year 7, I got questioned a lot 😂now I am loving colonel Claypool bucket of Bernie brains on vinyl 😂

Your face said it all. Love this reaction.

Simple? SIMPLE? Les Claypool is one of the best bass players that ever lived and Primus one of the most creative band that ever was . And yes IT'S bass you hear, not a bass drum. Wow...just wow.

5:35 les would write the bass first then the guitarist would write the how the song should be throw that out and play anything else lol so the guitar and bass would clash ... also the notes you wondering is the bass not a drum

Definately the wrong two songs to start off with for Primus. Trust me, give them one more chance and go with the most commercially successful song they have, which is Wynona's Big Brown Beaver. You then will have a good foundation for how good they can sound and from there you can start to appreciate just how incredible they are and move into experiencing the outer limits of what they can do with classics like Tommy the Cat, John the Fisherman, Jerry was a Racecar Driver, Mr. Krinkle, and a whole assortment of other truly unique, yet very infectious, works of theirs.

This song is totally Mind Blowing, it is genius

I've been a Primus fan since Frizzle Fry, and to be honest, I never cared for My Name is Mud either. Always thought it was boring, and very minimal for Les. In fact, Pork Soda as an album was underwhelming to me, and I rarely listen it.

Les audition for Metallica many years ago. They told him he was overqualified. ✌️

The Guitarist said he had to really work to find all the bad notes for this song it reflects the subject matter of the song really screwed up like Mud who went upside the head of the 6 foot 2 sumbich that was rude & stepped on his shoes. Primus are Brilliant musicans Les Claypool just may be the best Bassist on the planet I dare you to find another bassist that could play a Primus song by ear on the fly . Most guitarist wouldn't know how to begin to approach a Primus song, the Drummer is Uhmazin . Btw Primus have their own category on iTunes & other Platforms you buy music.

I grew up on Primus. They made me appreciate the Bass as a lead.

Primus to me is a novelty band. That's the charm with these guys, the goofyness of their videos and music.

Classic song!!! 🇺🇲

You were meant to get it and you got it...

I introduced myself to Les Claypool by pure chance and damn... He was the best musician I've ever discovered! Purple Onion is a genius album by one of his project bands Flying Frog Brigade.. check it out youll not regret it!

The percussive sound is the bass. Its natural not to get Primus on your first listen, most people have the same reaction.. as its not all nicely packaged and 4/4 like most other music, its in its own lane. In fact they have a Genre all to their own. What you experienced is confusion... as the musical skill involved in this is top level, and if you cannot hear that then you are only on the first run of the ladder musically and have a long way to go. 'Novelty' it is not.

You need to watch "Laquerhead" at least once. That's usually enough for most folks. I need a shot ever few months though...

Nice reaction! For sure you reacted! And don't tell me you were bored. You were disturbed. Which was meant.

"lacquer head" is a good song by Primus too

The honesty goes a long way! Primus have never been for me either, though I must say Jerry Was a Racecar Driver has a bit more melody to it and I’ve always enjoyed that one

Modern music is the novelty, my dear watson

Hey Tommy it's called Funk Metal - it follows no rhythm and it's the bass that does the "kick" bass you were talking about - check out those damn blue collar tweakers and you'll see more. See you round mate. Semper Fi, US.

Cheasee

Prints sucks! I love them ❤️🖤

As far as other Primus songs go, check out their cover of The Devil Went Down To Georgia. Also, Lulu is way worse than this, you need to go refresh your memory if you think this is better than Lulu.

Primus, for most, is an acquired taste. Not unlike Frank Zappa. To be fair, this isn't the best song to start with. I would've suggested that you start with Jerry Was a Racecar Driver, or Tommy the Cat. This is a good song, but not so much for an introduction. These guys are very heavily influenced by Rush and King Crimson.

You ask at 8:17 if it's just drum and bass. It's not, there absolutely is a rhythm guitar. There's even a guitar solo while the bass is doing his thing. Try Harold of the Rocks, or john the fisherman, they're a bit more melodic tunes from same band. This band is huge... for a reason.

They're dead notes that Les is playing with the drums

Love them are hate them its your choice give them a listen and you will be a fan for life just like me 😊

It is a joke. Ha ha he he. Like a heavy metal Yankovic.

Its a great song whit a dark history. Its Primus its well❤

Primus. "Candyman" 😉👍🍄

Slap bass....

Lar Lalonge chooses to play very dissonant to let Les Claypool the bassist shine he doesn’t wnana take away from Les as he’s one of the greatest bassists ever

Les Claypool is one of the top bass players in the world. The rest of the band are also no push-overs. They are talented musicians each in its own right. The song is totally atonal but somehow it works in a weird way. Welcome to Primus.

Larry is killing it !!!!! this guy needs to listen a little harder. Primus is chaos in a percussive way! Primus sucks!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ler (the guitarist) played all the wrong notes on the solo on purpose.

His bass strings are tuned super loose and sloppy, at the same time he's muting the strings and slapping percusively. He's one of those geniuses who have to make their own instruments. I don't love everything they do but this song on it's own makes Les Claypool one of the greatest bass players that ever walked the earth.

Just a fucked up great song.....With great players on the instruments

So, you might say the song sounds muddy? I feel the same about the song to be honest, I voted for it because I figured it would make an entertaining video.

Everyone here saying it's an acquired taste are cowards. It's perfect. Get rekt.

It's the Bass. If you're confused what the sound might be, it's usually the bass. He's a mad scientist. Primus Sucks.

This is easily one of the most disjointed and crazy primus songs out there. If you really want to understand their sound I’d suggest Tommy the Cat or Jerry Was a Race Car Driver. They’re weird as hell and that’s their goal, but those two songs will show you how insanely talented each member of the band is. This definitely wasn’t a god first song to react to

Primus does suck !!!!

Idk if this is true or not, just what I get from it, I feel like this song + the music video is supposed to make you somewhat uncomfortable

No, thats the bass. Look at a video of him playing it live.... and no, you're not meant to get it. Primus Sucks. :)

I think the fact you're a musician yourself has kinda prompted this reaction. The song is dope though. They surely have more "musical" songs but this baseline is always prominent in their music.

Heck yeah Primus Sucks 🤘

anything you think is bass probably is- les isn't gonna win any top vocalist awards but he's def in the top 5 bassists all time- u either like this group or don't- musically they are so unique and talented- i read that the guitarist's theory playing style is usually to just play whatever sounds like it wouldn't match the song which is why it almost sounds like he's playing to another song on purpose- thius.. disjointed

I have no idea why this won the vote, unless people are just messing with you! There are much better Primus songs, like Wynona's Big Brown Beaver or the Ballad of Buckethead, which is one of my favorites. I don't even particularly like My Name is Mud, I just wanted to see why you are doing this song.

Primus is light-hearted and humorous, but the musicality is dead serious. Give it another try or two, especially a live performance. Primus sucks!

Slap bass player for Christ's sake.....

Regardless of the silliness, how could you not appreciate the shit out of that bad ass bass line?! Put your ears on and get over the silly video and lyrics

Primus sucks....IYKYK

Primus Sucks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Claypool is a bassist genius

I commented, hope i didnt violate anything. Pls allow me to shorten my heartfelt message. With honor I say... PRIMUS SUCKS!

You are not a musician? lol It's fits but it doesn't. You get thrown off but it fits

Primus sucks!

Primus sucks

PRIMUS SUCKS!!

Primus sucks. Do Wynona's Big Brown Beaver.