Primus live in Montreal paying homage to prog-rock legends Rush with A Tribute to Kings, during a cross-country tour that features the Bay Area trio playing Rush's classic 1977 album A Farewell to Kings in its entirety, in addition to their own music. The "Tribute to Kings" tour will be as it is implied, a respectful and loving tribute to three spectacular musicians, songwriters, legends and friends.
Filmed at l'Olympia in Montreal on 15 July 2022
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Both guitarist Larry “Ler” Lalonde and bassist Les Claypool were equipped with double-neck guitars, a 70s throwback look.
Let us not forget the double bass drum from Tim “Herb” Alexander who had a setup that our dear Neil Peart would be proud of.
In fact, the drumming during the Rush set was Rush-worthy and made the experience that much more legendary.
After the amazing Xanadu, Les addressed the crowd saying “Primus Sucks and Rush does not!”
The crowd appreciated the nod to Rush, many of whom were wearing Rush apparel.
Before Closer to the Heart, Les acknowledged how insane Geddy’s voice can be, hitting those high notes. He would need help from the audience to hide behind their sing-along roar.
Yet, Les hit those highs and gave us a high in return. Wow.
Les also shared how he always dreamed of “a black and white Rickie”, referring to the Rickenbacker that he recently acquired for this tour.
When Primus ended the Rush set, the crowd went nuts and made it clear they wanted more.
Setlist
Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers
Last Salmon Man
Groundhog's Day
The Antipop
Conspiranoia
Welcome to This World
My Name is Mud
Jerry Was a Race Car Driver
Over the Electric Grapevine
Rush Set: A Farewell to Kings
A Farewell to Kings
Xanadu
Closer to the Heart
Cinderella Man
Madrigal
Cygnus X-1
Encore
Too Many Puppies
Sgt. Baker
Follow the Fool
Harold of the Rocks
Video by Randal Wark
