In 2006 Primus main man/bass legend Les Claypool will be revealing his multi media talents as he releases this solo studio album (his first since 2002), publishes his first novel and releases an independent feature film that he wrote, directed and stars in. Of Whales And Woe marks the first album release under the name Les Claypool. While previous solo efforts were issued under a variety of monikers, these new recordings are the most self-contained to date. Les handles percussion, guitar and drums as well as his usual bass and vocals. This multi-genre release is diverse enough to please both Primus fans and the jam band crowd.