Final fall, Primus’ drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander give up the band, prompting the opposite members to publish an open name for a brand new drummer. Plenty of massive names apparently tried out for the gig, like Thomas Pridgen (Fever 333, the Mars Volta) and Nikki Glaspie (the Nth Energy, Snarky Pet), however there could be just one, and Primus have discovered them. John Hoffman will sit behind the package for Primus, Les Claypool introduced in the present day.
Initially from Shreveport, Louisiana, Hoffman had a large following on YouTube previous to becoming a member of Primus. He’ll debut with the band on their upcoming 2025 Sessanta tour with Puscifer and A Good Circle. Previous to these dates, drummer Device’s Danny Carey will sit in with Primus for Device’s Stay In The Sand Vacation spot competition in March.
Documenting the audition course of, Hoffman wrote in January:
Luck is when preparation meets alternative.
I got here and did my factor the best way I do it.
It went in addition to I might have hoped.
Maynard James Keenan was sitting instantly in entrance of me and watched my total audition.
He gave me this towel.
It’s been one of the crucial unbelievable days of my life.
I really like you all. We did this.
Watch Hoffman’s video about turning into Primus’ new drummer under.
