Primus choose new drummer

Primus put out an open call for a new drummer in November, following the departure of longtime drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander in October. Over 5000 applications and five days of an “interstellar drum derby” they’ve been showing clips on social media from later, they’ve revealed that John Hoffman will join the band. “Hoffington!!! Welcome aboard!,” Les Claypool wrote on Instagram.

Hoffman had documented his process of preparing to audition on social media, and afterwards, he wrote:

Luck is when preparation meets opportunity.
I came and did my thing the way I do it.
It went as well as I could have hoped.
Maynard James Keenan was sitting directly in front of me and watched my entire audition.
He gave me this towel.
It’s been one of the most incredible days of my life.
I love you all. We did this. Read More