Claypool Gold: Primus, Claypool Lennon & Frog Brigade - July 1, 2026

Les Claypool brings three of his prominent musical projects to San Diego for a collaborative performance at Gallagher Square. The Claypool Gold tour features Primus, The Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Colonel Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade sharing the stage in a fluid performance format with rotating lineups and varied setlists throughout the evening.

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What Is Claypool Gold?

The Claypool Gold tour departs from the traditional opening-act-to-headliner concert structure. Rather than playing separate, sequential sets, members from all three of Claypool’s active projects share the stage. Musicians rotate throughout the evening, creating a collaborative and fluid performance that varies with each tour stop.

This setup allows the three distinct projects to interact musically on stage. Attendees can expect a varied setlist, spontaneous collaborative arrangements, and improvisational segments that span the catalogs of all three projects.

About Les Claypool

Les Claypool is an influential bassist, singer, and songwriter known for his distinct slap-bass technique, creative song structures, and surrealist lyrical themes.

As the founder and primary creative force behind Primus, Claypool has spent over four decades blending elements of funk, progressive rock, and alternative music. His playing style has made him a prominent figure in modern rock music.

In addition to Primus, Claypool has worked with a diverse group of collaborators, including members of Tool, Metallica, Tom Waits, and The Residents. His creative output includes several side projects—such as Oysterhead, The Claypool Lennon Delirium, and the Frog Brigade—alongside film composition, solo albums, and winemaking ventures.

The Three Projects

Primus

Primus is Claypool’s primary musical project, established in 1984 in El Sobrante, California. The band developed a dedicated following through consistent touring and a sound that incorporates alternative rock, funk metal, and experimental arrangements.

The band achieved commercial success with their 1991 album Sailing the Seas of Cheese, which featured prominent singles like “Jerry Was a Race Car Driver” and “Tommy the Cat.” Subsequent albums, including Pork Soda (1993) and Tales from the Punchbowl (1995), achieved gold and platinum certifications, establishing the band as a unique fixture of the 1990s alternative rock landscape.

Primus features guitarist Larry “Ler” LaLonde and recently welcomed drummer John Hoffman, who was selected following a global search that drew over 6,100 applicants. The group’s recent output includes collaborative performances on the 2024 Sessanta tour alongside A Perfect Circle and Puscifer.

The Claypool Lennon Delirium

The Claypool Lennon Delirium is a psychedelic rock collaboration between Les Claypool and multi-instrumentalist Sean Ono Lennon. Formed in 2015, the project blends classic 1960s psychedelic rock influences with modern alternative production.

Their debut album, Monolith of Phobos (2016), established their studio chemistry, followed by 2019’s South of Reality. Lennon is an active musician, producer, and designer who won a Grammy in 2025 for his work on the Mind Games archival release and an Academy Award in 2024 for his animated short film collaboration.

The duo recently released “WAP (What a Predicament),” marking their first new studio single in seven years, which highlights the psychedelic and melodic rock elements featured on this tour.

Colonel Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade

Originally formed in 2000, the Frog Brigade is Claypool’s multi-member experimental rock and jazz-fusion project. The group’s live repertoire is known for extensive improvisation, covers of classic rock material—including a complete live performance of Pink Floyd’s 1977 album Animals—and original compositions from their album Purple Onion.

With a lineup often featuring brass, keyboards, and additional percussion, the Frog Brigade provides a platform for longer-form, jazz-influenced jam sequences distinct from the tighter structures of Primus.

Performance Structure

Unlike standard concert lineups with fixed, sequential sets, Claypool Gold operates as an integrated evening of music. Musicians will move between different projects and styles continuously throughout the night.

Key elements of this structure include:

• Varying setlists and unique show formats for each tour stop
• Spontaneous on-stage collaborations and shared instrumentation
• Extended improvisational jams combining elements of progressive rock, psychedelia, and jazz-fusion
• A comprehensive retrospective covering multiple eras of Claypool’s recording career

About Gallagher Square

Gallagher Square at Petco Park is a 2.8-acre outdoor concert venue located behind the ballpark’s outfield. The venue features:

• General admission floor – Direct viewing access close to the main stage
• Grass lawn seating – Tiered, sloped lawn area at the rear of the venue
• Concessions – Dedicated food and beverage points active throughout the park
• Open-air environment – Well-suited for summer evening concert production

First time at Gallagher Square? Read our complete First-Timer’s Guide to Gallagher Square Concerts.

Getting to Gallagher Square

Concert Parking

Due to the mid-week timing of the event, reserving parking in advance is strongly recommended to avoid commuter traffic delays.

Find Parking

Popular nearby lots: Park It On Market, 6th & K Parkade, and the Convention Center Garage.

Public Transportation (Recommended)

MTS Trolley: The MTS Trolley stops directly at the 12th & Imperial Station, located adjacent to Petco Park. This serves as the most direct transit method to bypass downtown traffic.

Park & Ride: Travelers from North County can park for free at the Old Town Transit Center and take the Green Line trolley directly to the ballpark.

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft utilize designated pickup and drop-off zones around the Petco Park perimeter. To avoid post-show surge pricing and traffic congestion, walking several blocks north or west before requesting a ride is recommended. Check our rideshare guide for detailed instructions.

Note: Ensure you arrange a designated driver, utilize public transit, or book rideshare if you plan to consume alcohol at the venue.

What to Know Before You Go

Concert Rules

Review the complete concert rules regarding permitted and prohibited items at the venue.

Bag Policy

Petco Park enforces strict bag restrictions. Only small clutches (under 4.5” × 6.5”) or fully clear security bags are allowed inside. Backpacks and standard multi-pocket bags are prohibited.

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Hotels

For out-of-town visitors, browse our list of recommended hotels near Petco Park located within walking distance of Gallagher Square.

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