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“Thank you guys for all the hard work. Truly a pleasure to listen to. Currently bingeing all episodes. Found you guys at the beginning of November, I am finishing the the desaturating seven today or tomorrow. You guys have inspired me to pick my bass back up, I have learned so much about the band...”Read full review »
Whamola17 (Duchess of Raleigh) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/24
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“Primus has such a unique and interesting backstory that you guys cover in spades.
Primus has played only one show in 2023.
It was a benefit for a friend. It was a great show with members of Tool and QOTSA performing with them. The cover of “Whole lotta Rosie” is the highlight for me. I was hoping...”Read full review »
lien1975 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/23
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“Didn’t think I could love my favorite band of all time more, but the work that Josh Frankie and Soya put in has rekindled and refreshed my love for a band that I have listened to for 30+ years. It’s not just a matter of opinion! This pod rocks! Keep ‘em comin you Golden Boys!”
AtoB Runner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/23
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“Really amazing show. So happy that I stumbled across this .
Having listened to pretty much everything in the last month or so I’m really getting back into Primus again. Not that I’d gone too far over the falls
I Was incredibly happy to know that “The Storm” was only played once outside of The...”Read full review »
Wiggumpeye via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/03/23
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“Thank you guys for making this podcast. I spent my teenage years obsessed with Primus. So much so I made a pretty nice copy of Les’s 4 String CT maple backup bass my senior year of high school in wood shop back in 08. This podcast reminds me of when me and my friends would sit around and talk...”Read full review »
EvanDragos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/23
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“Haven’t nerded out about Primus since I was like 2007. Since finding the podcast I’ve been listening to nothing but Primus again. I’ve been playing a small jazz kit most of my years but now I’m using 4 toms & I’m about to buy splashes, bells & all the ding dangs, whistles, bangers &...”Read full review »
Free90baeTrial via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/22
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“A nice introspective into the dense lyrics and history of my favorite band. I am listening to an episode a day until I’m caught up. Josh and Frankie are great hosts and there special guests are top tier Primus folks.”
Jjgatwood via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/22
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“Best podcast ever maybe If they run out of Primus they can track stuff like oysterhead or the frog brigade”
mr.rhineland via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/22
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“Interesting concept and very well executed. Great listen!”
Jay73227 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/22
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“Decided to write a review after listening to the Kello Gonzalez Lee Van Cleef ep. Im a bass player, too, and love me Primus. Im self taught from watching Les. Great show, just fun all around.”
Michael Rydzinski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/22
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“Seriously my new favorite podcast! Been binging it for days! Absolutely love y’all’s analysis and perspectives of my all time favorite band!”
unown person via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/22
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“I dont always agree with them but it is just a matter of opinion and makes me explore primus with new perspective”
liquorstorepony via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/22
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“Josh and Frankie have put together the ultimate podcast for any Primus fan. Soya has been a mainstay on the show and his first hand accounts of the band are impeccable and always entertaining. Josh you are a master of emulating the sounds of Primus with your voice which will be forever engrained...”Read full review »
Clonesteak via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/22
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“This podcast is a dream come true! Josh’s lyrical interpretations are genius and Frankie’s Primus knowledge is endless. It is exactly what I needed to nerd out even more on this band I’ve loved for 20 years. Can’t wait to see them live again in April with fresh Primustracks eyes and ears!! This...”Read full review »
anorthen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/22
“Love this deep dive podcast into my favorite band! Josh and Frankie (and the true star Soya!) know their stuff and have amazing guests as well. Every episode is a detailed look at a Primus song with musical and lyrical breakdowns as well as the highly important LIVE HISTORY!
Seriously this...”Read full review »
minimaljust via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/22
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“Awesome podcast! I've been a massive fan of Primus since '90, and it is such a blast to revist these albums and tunes with such great conversation. I love the guests as well (Soya is the MAN!). Thank you guys for doing this.”Read full review »
Herb the Ginseng Teacher via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/22
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“Hey I just wanted to say I’ve been enjoying the podcast. I didn’t think there were bigger primus fans than me in the world but I think you have me beat. I’ve been to every single primus show in Southern California and Austin since 1993 and have a collection of memorabilia that probably angers my...”Read full review »
MR. Knewitall via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/22
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“I’m listening from the southern most seas of cheese (aka bottom of New Zealand) your podcast has turned me back on to primus again and has been something interesting to enjoy during these weird times, question for Frankie has primus ever played in New Zealand? Keep up the great work”
southern most pachyderm via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
01/20/22
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“Thank you so much for this podcast. I binged it in a couple of months, and now the only problem is I only get one show per week.
I remember 7th grader me buying my very first cd ever, “sailing the seas of cheese” because I loved “is it luck” and “los bastardos.” The really great thing about...”Read full review »
J Rodie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/22
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“So there I was, bored during a pandemic, and I decide to type in “Primus” into my podcast app. Lo and behold, an entire podcast dedicated to the celebration and analysis of all things Primus/Claypool/Bay Area music scene. My punchbowl runneth over! Josh and Frankie are such fun and knowledgeable...”Read full review »
Bob C. Cawk (the C is 4 cawk) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/22
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“Currently binge listening through the episodes. This is everything I wanted an exploration of Primus content to be. Superb content. Josh, Frankie, and occasionally Soya are what the Primus world needs to push fandom to the next generation. Can’t wait to visit the Frankie museum if Primus.
Also,...”Read full review »
Kierkegaard555 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/22
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“What started out as nostalgia, has turned into something much more. I started bouncing around to my favorite songs, but then rewound to begin the journey with PrimusTracks. Little snippets into the band’s evolution has brought new life into old jams. Josh and Frankie are such wonderful tour...”Read full review »
My_Name_1s_MUD via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/22
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“I love these please keep them coming!!! I have really starting diving back into the old stuff and finding new appreciation for it all.
-Greg”
greg.fitzpatrick214 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/29/21
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“This podcast is great. I don't know how I didn't discover it until now. The only problem I have is, I wish I could be on it to fill in some information. They mentioned wanting to talk to a drummer about the drumming. I am a drummer and three of my favorite drummers were in Primus! Oh...”Read full review »
Herb fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/25/21
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“Grab yourself a can of pork soda and get ready to sail the seas of cheese! These tales from the Punchbowl and miscellaneous debris are sure to fry your frizzle. I’ve been a bastard (Primus fan) since the early 90s and listening to these guys have given me a new perspective on the songs I have...”Read full review »
gxtchc yo bibuvyd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/21
“Seriously, great work. Fans of behind the scenes and oral history of bands will not be disappointed.”
Pokemontra via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/21
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“I listen regularly, and I’m always learning something new from your in depth research and awesome interviews. I was at a one of a kind show, at Radio City Music Hall, NY 6.22.04 hallucinogenetics tour. The band was really thrilled to be playing at this historic venue. Les was very interactive...”Read full review »
Arthur Rocks III via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/21
“Very nice podcast that proves me at each episode that I only know the tip of the Primus iceberg. I’ve been an hardcore fan for 5 years now (without Primus I wouldn’t be studying jazz bass in music school next year) and listening to this podcast has been a real treat.”
lui je crois via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/08/21
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“Awesome pod cast, makes the mondays at the office go by smoothly and makes me wanna crank some Primus after each episode . Who cares what the boss thinks!? Rock on guys!”
hairybassplayer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/21
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“Sometimes I like to hear people obsess over music and history instead of trying too hard to be funny or edgy. In other words this podcast is… right up my alley.”
Stickyiggy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/04/21
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“Very clever podcast, creative and entertaining! Josh and Frankie are great hosts, but I thoroughly enjoy Soya and the other behind the scenes folks he ropes in as guests! I love the road stories. He is a man of pure power.
-Tommy from UltraSound (yes that one)”
UltraSoundTommy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/21
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“Finally a music pod cast worth listening to. I love listening to people talk so passionately about something I myself am so passionate about. Sooo looking forward to more. Thanks guys!!
(Since I was the FIRST 5 star review I wasn’t sure how crazy to get. I would like to re-write my review...”Read full review »
TravisAK via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/21
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“I am really enjoying the content, structure, and the various personalities. Primus has been my band for 30 years. I have grown up with them. They have always represented what is possible if a group of people are able to totally let each other shine. Every person I have seen on stage playing a...”Read full review »
Dicksparxx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/21
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“Love this cast y’all!! Live hearing SO MUCH Lestory about each and every Primus tune!!! Soya is an amazing resource and a wealth of hands on history. You all rock so FREEKIN HARD!! I’m on the Tracksburger train soooooo toot toot y’all!!! Also, tell Frankie we still need to print all his Primus...”Read full review »
Cosmic Lion via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/21
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“Some great insight from guests directly linked with the band, including band members past and present. Two enthusiastic presenters with a wealth of knowledge about the band. Some interesting stories have come out of this that probably toherwise wouldn't have been told.
My only gripe would be...”Read full review »
Hunter G T via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/21
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“Love the podcast. Learning the stories behind the songs, albums, artwork is fantastic. Primus has been my favorite band since the 90’s and I’ve seen them and Les almost every time they come to NY.
Since your coming up to the Brown Album, I thought I’d mention I was at the 1st show of the 3D tour...”Read full review »
Sideshow Jeremy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/21
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“This will probably become the definitive in-depth work on the Primus catalogue.
I can see in time the Primus camp putting a stamp of approval in some manner once complete.
I would argue this podcast is more valuable than wikipedia.”
bacondog via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/13/21
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“Good stuff Maynard! Love the live history of each track. Love the breakdown of the bass parts. Especially love the breakdown of the drum parts. I’m a guitarist so hearing these drum breakdowns is eye opening. This podcast has reinvigorated my love of this band. Larry Lalonde for world...”Read full review »
MP Wild via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/21
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“I luv primus this is a great podcast like what primus fan would want to know the story behind wyonas big brown beaver ? I do listen if you like primus than by all means listen to this podcast”
mark1@23$45678906324 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/26/21
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“Great podcast. Great deep dives into EVERY primus song with great guests involved with all the projects along the way. Great listen:)”
attleizer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/21
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“Having a blast listening to every episode! Would love to hear more about Larry!”
Zed lives via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/21
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“Why do they do this, Josh & Frankie?
Every week, podcasts ...
Their minds numbed by Mr. C.
I’ve got my free time, podcast loaded up,
Primus Tracks is the best bet for my commute on a Friday.
No dreads about the working day though,
funny thing about commuting during a pandemic,
the time in...”Read full review »
KielCSzivos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/16/20
“Finally. Finally. I had been searching for a podcast on Primus or Les Claypool over the past few years and, ironically, COVID spurred on the perfect podcast about Primus.
I started listening a few episodes into the show. I held off on writing a review because, honestly, I feel it is somewhat...”Read full review »
YellowBuckeye via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/20
“Thank you Josh and Frankie for creating such an epic journey down memory lane. I first heard Primus when I was a wee pup in high school with the video for Jerry. After that I was hooked for life. It’s been so fun going back down memory lane and rediscovering why I love this band. Thank you for...”Read full review »
Dr.Zero141 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/03/20
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“Hey guys! First than everything:
Thanks for all the Primus info that you are sharing!!
I’m from Santiago Chile and I’ve been a Primus fan since 1993 when I listen for the first time Frizzle Fry.
I didn’t know much English at that time and didn’t understand the lyrics. Now my English is way...”Read full review »
Alargaos via Apple Podcasts ·
Chile ·
10/27/20
“Not only do these gentlemen know their stuff, but they have the rare ability to make one jealous as hell and big time thrilled for the shows they’ve seen and the connections they’ve made. Diving into each episode is a gathering of the Algonquin Round Table and a simultaneous trip down the Rabbit...”Read full review »
Csaddis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/02/20
“These guys know their stuff! As a Primus/Claypool superfan for two years, there are things they talk about/mention I didn’t even know! You won’t regret listening to this if you’re a Primus fan!!”
Lacquerhead2112 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/20
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“Great podcast! Love all the info J&F provide. Keep em coming”
Ricky B. Goode via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/20
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“If you like Primus, this pod is a no-brainer. I always like an obsessive deep-dive, and dissecting the Primus discography sounds like a wonderful way to spend your time. Hats Off.”
The Ham of Truth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/20
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