I'm pretty new to tool although in my 50s i must have been under a rock. Their time signature gets some getting used too but i do like them. As soon as i saw this video come up i thought dinner can wait. Great reaction as always watching you react and explain helps me understand their music i thank you for that i can't wait for more.
I am a 78 year old guy in UK who discovered Tool only yesterday when I heard a cover of Lateralus. I then had to hear the original. What phenomenal talented musicians. Rock at its best. Where have I been for the past 30 years?
Well fuck me mate...you're an inspiration. I was a teen when Tool Undertow came out and have been a fan from the first listen. However, to discover them at 78 and get it is fantastic. I mean no disrespect, just that you know how generations divide and often don't identify with the next and so on. Enjoy the journey. Cheers.
“I think I could start listening to a Tool song everyday…” You will remain in awe everytime. It has been 24 years for me. And I listen to them regularly.
I tend to go through binging periods. I'll listen to Tool a lot for weeks, but then almost completely drop their discography for months. It's always so refreshing coming back to it.
I’ve been listening since I first saw the video for _Sober_ on MTV (when they still played videos) back in the early 90s, but I think it was AEnima which really took me in. I didn’t even like all of it on first listen. However, the more I played it, the more I began to gain appreciation of it. But now, years later, I can put it on and still catch something. It’s like fine wine, growing richer with age.
Lateralus is my favorite album. The start of Parobol feeding into parabola right into lateralus. And end it with the hypnotism of reflection. Beautiful artwork.
The reason why Maynard's voice melody and lyrics sound so perfectly ensconced within TOOL's music, is because Maynard writes his parts specifically off of his personal impressions of the finished composition. This and his lower volume level makes him another instrument in the band, instead of being just a lead singer who noticeably sits on top of the music. Maynard doesn't want to draw too much attention to himself; he knows that he is just one member of this four piece band and has profound respect for what his bandmates are capable of. I think also, because Maynard writes this way, it alows for his true emotions to come through in his voice.
Each of the musicians believes so strongly in the project, as well. They never intended for it to be a commercially successful venture, it was just something they all loved doing. Danny Carey was just interviewed by Rick Beato about a month ago and he talks about the beginning of Tool and how he committed to the band because he loved what they were creating. I think at the time he was playing with Jeff Buckley and doing gigs for Carole King. Amazing, amazing drummer.
Fourthed!!!! Please!!!! I am a tool fan, and sometimes my Playlist ends up veering away, and when this song plays, and Maynard has the mic, I can't get enough. Not to pull away from deftones, but when Maynard sings his part, it leaves you wishing the song was longer!!!!
This song is extremely spiritual. It stresses how a grudge will cycle back through your life and present differently until you let it go. Sometimes people don't and wonder why negative energy revolves through their life, like a bad cycle. It drags you down, or it will lift you up if you just let it go.
And I like how his desperate 23-second scream fizzles out as if he himself is just letting it go. Letting the tide carry the feelings away. Form following function.
Yep, I can't think of a better band than Tool for people with PTSD, and holding grudges, memories, guilt, blame, trauma, etc - dwelling on it and not letting go of any of it is a centric debilitating part of PTSD. They have several go-to songs that are perfect for this, and Tool's just overall spectacular for getting yourself a much-needed attitude adjustment anyway, of course. But as far as mental health goes, they are probably better therapy than any therapist could be. Comes at you one-way so you can just experience it and let it steamroll those bumps in your way, kinda. But they leave you with some nice bitesize mantras you might need to hear, and, yeah. That's a rare ability.
The scream is the vocal manifestation of someone finally putting down the burden of a deep grudge and letting go. Welcome to Tool. My brother turned me on when I was a pre-teen and just so happened in January this year he and I got to see them live. Amazing group
I could watch you review a Tool song every day for the rest of your life lol. I am not a fan of reaction type videos but I cannot resist it when you cover Tool. Please check out 46&2 which is my favorite Tool song. Do not forget he sings in another band called A Perfect Circle which will equally amaze you. Have a great day and thank you for your awesome content.
@TheVocalyst A Perfect Circle (APC) is a great choice for this channel because you can compare vocal qualities across different bands. APC is still rock, but is more 'traditional' than TOOL's experiemental/progressive musicianship/song length. APC hits that feel much different than TOOL include So Long, And Thanks For All the Fish, 3 Libras, and TalkTalk. Other hit APC songs that are closer to a TOOL vibe include Judith, The Outsider, and Weak And Powerless. All are fun jams. His lyrics tend to be more overt and direct in APC, so his (confrontational) views on religion are very present in songs like TalkTalk and Judith.
@@kylearpke4945 great comment! I will add however that many of MJK's views on religion turned around and or come full circle in 10,000 Days. He has a very interesting story regarding that and his mothers death.
What you say at the end about listening everyday and not get everything there.....I'm going on almost 30 years listening, and I still find new connections, and hear it in new ways to this day. No kidding...It is so incredibly dense with brilliance on all levels.
One of my favorite songs from Tool. Such an amazing band and Maynard is almost comical with how good he is. Also, you are very captivating as a creator and person. Your positive attitude and overall projection of good vibes is intoxicating.
You have officially joined the TOOL ARMY. This is the song. I love your reactions, and seeing you react to my favorite band since I was 14 is a treat like no other. Please continue, and continue to be my envy for being able to experience TOOL for the first time. And I agree with the poster below, please do Reflection soon.
We knew it was coming - she was gonna light up as the seconds went on. And she did not disappoint. Lol I love moments like this. I can only think of one similar outstanding IRL time but, wow - much more instantaneous. Porcupine Tree, with Robert Fripp from King Crimson opening for them. I was there for PT, but the crowd was mostly old hippie types and were obviously there for Fripp. I knew they had no clue who Porcupine Tree was. This was their Deadwing tour. PT came on and opened with Open Car - and I knew that around 15 seconds in it was gonna EXPLODE, so I just turned and watched these old dudes to see that moment hit them. Fn PERFECT. It was like those atomic bomb test videos - ka BLAMMO. And in that moment they became enlightened. 🤣 Yeah yeah. Totally irrelevant. 🥱 If she hasn't checked into Porcupine Tree yet, I hope she will. I think she'd love them.
I know what you mean. I’m going on 20+ years now, and that long scream where ‘he lets go’ of the grudge, still gives me goosebumps. And they get better and better the more I hear it! ❤🔥
Best scream in RockNRoll history, period. No offense to all u great screamin apes out there but QUOTE: The way is shut. It was made by those who are Tool, and Tool keep it, until the time comes. The way is shut... 🙈🙉🙊
A little over 20 sec in Toronto last November too! I recently saw a clip of the scream zoomed in and apparently he sings a high note; guess that's the best way to not ruin your vocal chords whilst not sounding different
Tool is the band where you can't listen to just the drums or the guitar or the bass, it's the timing changes and interactions that make them so special! No one else even comes close!
Maynard’s voice is so mesmerizing. It gives me goosebumps. His voice is very much an instrument of the band. I’ve seen them live twice now, and there are no words for it. He’s in the back and it’s like all four of them become this one, entity of amazing sound. I highly recommend the “Fear Inoculum” “and 10,000 Days” Albums. Really, any of them. Also his two other bands, A Perfect Circle and Puscifer. He has such range. 😊
From APC "Weak and Powerless" and "Three Libras" are great songs, too. In "Judith" video my attention stole moment when bass guitar disappears and Paz ties up her hair 😂
I agree with the sentiment. When singing with A Perfect Circle, Maynard James Keenan creates some beautiful singing. There are too many great songs for me to suggest titles.
Tool often have something tribal. Primordial. Something that speaks to the deepest instincts. Complete organized chaos with a method to the madness. There's always a deeper purpose, a covered-up reason. And don't apologise for fear of not making any sense. You're like a river carving out your natural flow. A river always makes sense in where it goes. Because it's nature that guides its course. You're a natural. Everything you say comes straight from the heart and as such, there's an inability there to become offensive, or for us to take offense for whatever you say. I love listening to you, because there's always a reason and a rhyme.
@@Shake69ification indeed! The best concert I ever went to was Tool Lateralus tour 2001. The best way I can explain it was that it was a "religious experience" I remember climbing to the top of the lawn, taking in the entire amphitheater, and was enthralled how everbody was swaying back and forth in unison. It looked like waves lapping against the beach, or rather, a living organism, 20,000 people all entranced and moving in perfect harmony. I was stone cold sober too. To this day I have yet to feel anything like that, been to hundreds of concerts since, which includes seeing tool 5 more times. It truly was a singular, once in a lifetime feeling, and I'm ok with that, it makes it special.
You pausing and going back.. reminded me of how I was in my first couple of years of becoming a Tool fan. I had to repeat listening to each one of their songs back to back, for an hour or more, just so I feel satisfied with it.
I listen to tool so much and after those years of repeated listening, I still discover something new here and then. I still don't get all the time signature changes, even after hundreds of listening of a song, it still feels new in a weird kind of way and waching "react to tool" videos bring us back to the very first time we heard a song. Thank you for this and welcome to your new family.
I just went to my first Tool concert ever and it was the best musical experience I’ve ever had. And I do mean experience. You should absolutely go to a concert! You would love it!
Hah, they played this song on the recent tour, and The Grudge was definitely the song of the night. They prohibit video recording until the last song, but I wish somebody had gotten my reaction on video. I shouted "The Grudge! They're playing The Grudge!!!"
One of the best shows I ever saw. Dragon Force opened up for him. He stood sideways in front of a white screen and he was just a silhouette lasers and mirrors and the eyeball trippy videos effin epic.
My dear, I've been listening to TOOL regularly since 1993 and it never gets "old" in the way you sometimes just get tired of hearing a song. TOOL has somehow overcome all typical barriers to being old, while simultaneously seeming "new" that can fit into any aged timeframe every time you listen to them. It's uncanny, yet this is the singular twist that keeps everyone hooked on their music.
Danny is all and everything a master level percussionist might be, you are spot on! Please do more Tool, we are here for the whole journey, they just don't have a bad song it's crazy!
My son got me hooked listening to "TOOL" about 5 years ago, but I got him hooked to groups like Tool, 30 plus years ago. Their album at that time just blew my mind! I was brought up on Rock and Roll, i.e., I'll be turning 76 years old. I will go down listening to Tool and others when it's time to check out!!!
As an colossal TOOL fan… I must say I thoroughly enjoyed every second of this video. You devoted the necessary time and analytical resources to delve properly in the song. It’s a masterpiece. It’s beautiful to see someone who understands music appreciate this tier of sonic expression. Your breakdown and articulation was wonderful to listen to. Thank you, great video 👏.
55yr old 30 year TOOL fan here… I get an almost giddy feeling of joy watching you discover the power and perfection of this most incredible band. I have seen them live 4 times and consider those the best 4 concerts of the hundreds I’ve been to, hands down. I am usually just buzzing with energy for a couple of days after their shows. Thank you for giving me a chance to vicariously experience your discovery of their talent.
I was 14 when I first heard Tool. One of my older friends had gotten his drivers license and showed up at my dad's autobody shop in a hotrod 1980's Monte Carlo. Not only did it do sick burnouts, it had a beastly stereo system in it. He says check out the "system" in it and plays this album cranked to max volume. These guys blew my friggin mind! My mom and dad listened to classic rock and oldies, so I had never heard anything like it. I was hooked and it started my journey into heavy metal and other types of music.
One of my favorite things about your videos is your facial expressions-they're so authentic and revealing. And I've watched enough of your videos-and am such a huge fan of Tool-that I was catching myself predicting when and how you would react to various moments in the song, and you did NOT disappoint! Such a great video, and as someone with such a deep love of music but zero musical aptitude myself, I love getting these expert explanations of what's going on with one of my favorite bands.
Yes PLEEEEEEEZE!! This is one of their more straight-forward songs, not having as many changes and interludes. (and 1 of my top 3 favorites). I know you listen to some audio-only tracks. This is probably best when listening to Tool. You may get sucked into their videos and totally forget about the music! :D
The first time I heard Tool when I was a young teen in the 90s I looked at the radio with awe. I instantly thought: "Who is this and I how can to hear more." It's amazing to watch the same reaction from you. I love how you recognized Maynard's voice instantly after only hearing two of his other songs before that point. His voice and songwriting style are truly unique. He has so much lyrical/songwriting talent, that Tool is not the only band he is in... he's in two more: Pucifer and A Perfect Circle. Try "Conditions of My Parole", "The Remedy", and "Bullet Train to Iowa" from Pucifer and "Judith", "The Outsider", and "Weak and Powerless" from A Perfect Circle.
What is the craziest part about Tool is the music is written without Maynard even knowing what they are doing, they call him up and say it’s ready then he goes out in his truck and puts words to it.
That was after this album. He was highly involved from opiate to lateralus. He kinda lost the fight to the other 3 and chose to step back 10000 days and on. Mainly due to creating apc and trying to make puscifer big. Ha big puscifer
Your expressions are so fun to watch! I’ve been a Tool fan since 92. It’s such a treat to experience them again for the “first” time through your reactions. So much better when you bring your understanding of what they are doing. (I didn’t have that when I first heard them)
I'm a drummer and when this cd came out, I was addicted to this track!! The intensity of the ending always blew me away. The insanity, intensity and controlled chaos of it all still has me stunned.
Not being remotely drum-capable, I still understand what he's doing. Sorta. I think he's got a secret extra brain or two tucked in there somewhere cuz I don't know how a single brain could do that
The Grudge really got me into Tool. My buddy put Lateralus in the cd player in my car the day after it came out. The Grudge made my jaw absolutely drop and the rest is history.
I saw them a few times on the Lateralus tour and Maynard does that scream in its entirety live and it is as fantastic as the studio version. Welcome to the Tool Army! They are such amazing musicians who are capable of writing some of the most amazing and complex pieces of music in the metal world. I have been listening to them since “Opiate” in 1992 and their music never gets old because when you truly listen to it there is always something new to hear.
04:37 The two little drums are the snare drum and one of the high toms, Danny plays with the snare wires off a lot so it doesn't buzz like a snare drum most of the time. It's also mixed in with his electronic percussion pad that incorporates these East-Asian and Indian traditional drum sounds to the part.
I've been listening to this for 20 years now and every time the song just blows my socks off and I find myself holding my breath up to the last hits, it just takes you there without fail. Goosebumps, every time. Tool is without a doubt the goat of metal bands.
09:50 Wait, wait, wait, and you're not gonna mention him leading the melody again when he does it with a (dissonant) note in between two of the (chord) notes that are played? I love it when people do that. Eddie Vedder does that a lot as well, and so does the singer of Deftones, all though I don't think the singer of Deftones often leads with it, but Maynard and Eddie do it quite a bit. I did like it that you explained how scary that can be, but it's also so great to hear it work. That resonance when the singing note gets doubled by an instrument when the note is being sustained. Hm! Gorgeous. Feels like the singer is giving you a gift. I don't know how else to explain it. I"m a big fan of Tool. I love the voice and the rhythms and poly-rhythms and the dissonances and the emotions, the desperation and strength, and all that jazz. It sometimes feels like they've read my mind about everything I love in music and they decided to get a band together with a bunch of geniuses that can actually do what I'm thinking and more.
@@ryguypv yup it was Az! I swear they hit a new level on night 2, beginning to end they were on fire! That was epic with the added verse people trying to figure out exactly what he added
Am I a stick in the mud for not getting the hype? I know the bands tighter than ever, from friends of mine. But I stopped getting hyped for Tool shows when Maynard had to tone down his vocals. I remember seeing Maynard bail on the scream here, and consistently preserve his voice. Which is good… but I get a better experience with headsets than standing in a crowd, unless I was on a heroic dose.
@theologyofthebody2870 He did cut the scream short, and he was better when i saw them 10 years ago. It was more so the experience, the vibrations, and the light show that made it dope.
I just love watching someone wake up to tool. It reminds me of my discovery of them. I’ve shared this band countless times with others. I took a cousin of mine to a live show and he still talks a out it years later
Thank you for your reactions. I just can't help but love your spirit and personality. So intelligent and artistic and open minded in your approach to things. I really appreciate the time I get to share these reactions with you. This group has changed my life in many ways. I've learned so much as a musician and listener and I adore watching others experience their music for the first time.
Never heard of you before tonight. Subscribed and Notify All. You have no idea what a joy it is to watch you learn about Tool and their magic. Looks like there are more of you analyzing and commenting on them. I have smiled and had a few other emotions watching... Great job... now try waiting between albums for more.
the main time signature for this song is 5/8. After years of listening to Tool, counting it out becomes second nature. A language forms, and soon you are cured of your addiction to listen to music 24/7 - silence becomes GOLD again. It's highly recommended.
Absolutely one of my favorites, but unfortunately, she has like 10 higher priority songs to get to first but who knows, maybe one day. The big payoff is that even after hearing a dozen Tool tracks, I bet the Patient will still strike a raw nerve and get through to her.
@@PaulMella-f4b sometimes I can't even accept one song on that album as my favorite. I hear parabol and parabola together and it sometimes takes me back to when I purchased the CD, put it into my CD player in my truck (cuz I couldn't wait til I go home to listen to it) and just the absolute drive from the drums almost like an engine/motor pushing the entirety of the band/music into a new plane, just can still grab my complete and total focus. But then those harmonies and sincerity of emotion comes out in The Patient and what I was going through in my life at the time, and it...... I just can't explain it man.
I have my own fond memories of that album. My friend had just gotten his first car, and gas was relatively cheap back then, so when the rare summer rains would come, we would just drive on the back roads of the towns we lived in listening to Lateralus (yes, for 1h+ at a time). Listening to Lateralus during a thunderstorm smelling that fresh air from the rain is a memory I think I'll have until my deathbed. So yeah, I think she'll have a strong reaction to hearing The Patient when she gets to it, but that's to be expected for the whole album. I was fortunate enough to see Tool twice during the Lateralus touring days, so I think the only "real" song I haven't heard live is Ticks and Leeches. They even played Triad live with Meshuggah! I admit The Grudge was a surprise reaction video I wasn't expecting yet, but I was very happy with it since it's the song of the night during their recent tours. Realistically, I think any further reactions from her on this album would be Schism Parabol/Parabola Lateralus (best song) And then maybe The Patient
That was great! I suggest Right in Two for your next one. Also, MJK is in 2 other bands: A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer. They're worth checking out. APC is less prog but I would say more textured, and Puscifer has vocalist Carina Round, who is a great pairing with MJK. I'd suggest Orestes, Gravity, or The Noose from APC. And Remedy. And The Humbling River, Remedy, and Momma Sed from Puscifer.
I'm pretty sure she knows about the other bands since every other person says so. And she obviously reads comments. But right now she's on the tool journey. Like straight spiritual. But maybe in a couple months she'll go down that emotional of a perfect circle. Or the libido of puscifer. :p I'm just happy someone who does music for a living can break it down and put everything into words I want to say but don't know how lol
I normally don't watch reaction videos but I have enjoyed your tool reviews a lot. Your facial expression and passion (especially on "sober") is so enjoyable.
When they play live, Maynard no longer takes center stage (and hasn’t since Justin Chancellor joined the band replacing their former bassist. From stage right to stage left, Justin stand foreground, then Maynard typically stands in back next to Danny’s drums, behind a very minimally used keyboard (he’s the one making a lot of the strange embellishment sounds), Danny is stage left of Maynard, then Adam Jones stands in front stage left playing his guitar. Neither Justin nor Adam bang their heads or move around much at all. They stand there and play their instruments. All four are given equal stage weight.
It's such a pleasure to watch anyone, in this case you, "get" TOOL. It's a very interesting connection we as spectators feel when we see you experiencing their music. Great video like always. Can't wait to see the next one!
Your reactions are so good! Its so beautiful and personally validating watching you enjoy music I first enjoyed when I was a teenager. I couldn't describe to people why I loved it so much and it's like you're giving me the words I never had! I'd love you to do Around the fur by Deftones
Especially love how the last 30 seconds stretches the song's musicality, but never quite breaks it. Master composers is what they are, oh yeah, and they know the instruments a bit ;)
I love watching your reactions to my favourite band- I’ve been listening to Tool for 20 years and it NEVER gets old and ALWAYS gives me goosebumps EVERY TIME ❤️❤️❤️
Loved the reaction! I would love to see you react to Pushit by Tool. Either the album version or the Salival version (or both). They're both great, but different.
The first time I heard the live version from Salival gave me the most intense goosebumps I've ever received from a song. Listening to that on good speakers is a hell of an experience.
I love that 10 seconds into "The scream" you can see her visibly stop bobbing to the song and from there her face morphs from "this is a pretty long scream, thats impressive" to a "Holy Crap!"
You should check out Maynard’s other band Pusifer. A great song is Momma Sed (Alive at Club Nokia) off the album C is for ….(Please Insert Sophomoric Genitailia Reference). Another great song off the album is The Humbling River.
It really does a great job of representing that even though harbouring a grudge isn’t healthy, it’s very difficult to fully let it go. It’s like he’s tearing out a parasite but it’s taking a chunk of him with it.
This album was so so good. You literally could work through track by track. Conceptually it creates a beautiful picture when taken in totality. Great pick!
YES!!! More Tool in this channel. I hope that you one day will listen to "Reflection", a mesmerizing, emotional performance by MJK. It's a loong song but totally worth it, like every Tool song lol
I love every TOOL album but I'll never forget popping Lateralus in for the first time and hearing The Grudge. I recognized the stock elevator sound right away and then all hell breaks loose. Probably my favorite album of all time.
Danny has a very elaborate drum kit .. You should see him make use of it in the Pneuma live video.. The polyrhythms he is so known for are really etalaged in that one!! (He has a mix of normal and electronic drums) and knows well how to make use of both!! Maynard, really is a magician who weaves it all together tho!!
I've been listening to Tool since Opiate. My favorite band! I can't wait to hear this reaction! I served in the Marines from 1999-2007. Which means I served during 9/11 and deployed after. We played Tool, well I made sure we did, for all of my deployments! I used to fall asleep to this album before having to go back on post. Kill or be killed. Oorah!
Two of my favourite Tool songs are “Lateralus”, and “Right in Two”. Of course, everyone has their particular favorites, but Tool has such an eclectic catalogue that you could pretty much blindly pick any song and be happily surprised. Looking forward to more reactions.
IMO the greatest rock album ever made. I know that’s a big statement but I said what I said. Individual songs and as an entire album, connected track by track, there’s nothing that quite touches it. So glad to see this reaction video!!
That's absolutely true - I've been listening to these Tool songs so many times over the past 25 years, and I *still* hear things that I didn't notice before. These songs (or pieces!) are so rich and full, and so much genuine artistry has been put into them that they are gifts that keep on giving. I recently took my new GF to a Tool show-the band is new to her. But she loved it! I told her that I think of their shows as being more like an art gallery showing with music than a typical rock concert. Sure, it has plenty of the trappings of a typical concert, but people go to be consumed by the visuals and the sounds. Well, at least I do.
An amazing detail in the part where he sings about letting the ocean kiss, before and after the insturments have a cyclic sound that resembles waves crashing, soo well thought and designed.
I could sit down and listen to you dissect Tool for 9 hours straight. More please!! You should check out Wings for Marie Pt. 2. It's a tribute that Maynard wrote to his mother after she passed and it is incredible.
its so funny watching someone break this music down with such detail. i just remember as a young lad just rockin out and not really over thinking what was happening but just enjoying the music for what it was in the moment.
I saw Tool live 5 times and nothing is edited Keenan is very intelligent man. My favorite song who knows Tool it’s showing up in my user name. Peace all and cheers from Bosnia Sarajevo.
People- "Hey Danny, what time signature are you playing in?"
Danny- "Yes."
Danny is really a damn octopus. I'm a 4 armed drummer and i'm jealous
😂😂😂
Made me chuckle.
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This had my dying laughing for a while!! So freaking true!
There's nothing I love more on the internet than watching people listen to Tool
I'm totally right with you!!!
As soon as I saw it i was like "I can't wait for the scream reaction"
Hope the headphones were good!
I'm pretty new to tool although in my 50s i must have been under a rock. Their time signature gets some getting used too but i do like them. As soon as i saw this video come up i thought dinner can wait.
Great reaction as always watching you react and explain helps me understand their music i thank you for that i can't wait for more.
Yep. Huge grin every time.
I am a 78 year old guy in UK who discovered Tool only yesterday when I heard a cover of Lateralus. I then had to hear the original. What phenomenal talented musicians. Rock at its best. Where have I been for the past 30 years?
Well fuck me mate...you're an inspiration. I was a teen when Tool Undertow came out and have been a fan from the first listen. However, to discover them at 78 and get it is fantastic. I mean no disrespect, just that you know how generations divide and often don't identify with the next and so on. Enjoy the journey. Cheers.
“I think I could start listening to a Tool song everyday…”
You will remain in awe everytime.
It has been 24 years for me. And I listen to them regularly.
I tend to go through binging periods. I'll listen to Tool a lot for weeks, but then almost completely drop their discography for months. It's always so refreshing coming back to it.
I’ve been listening to tool for 30 years and I still get giddy and excited for new music
She is part of the ecosystem now
I’ve been listening since I first saw the video for _Sober_ on MTV (when they still played videos) back in the early 90s, but I think it was AEnima which really took me in. I didn’t even like all of it on first listen. However, the more I played it, the more I began to gain appreciation of it. But now, years later, I can put it on and still catch something. It’s like fine wine, growing richer with age.
@@daryll4645I love how you put that, well done
Lateralus is my favorite album. The start of Parobol feeding into parabola right into lateralus. And end it with the hypnotism of reflection. Beautiful artwork.
This right here 👆
What really sucks is nowadays you don't get that parabol feeding into parabola without a 1 second pause. Makes me miss the old compact disc 😂
hell.yes
Then when you hear parabol on something like Pandora, and it *doesn't* lead into parabola, it's extremely off-putting. :)
As fond as I am of Lateralus, I think 10,000 Days is probably my favorite. Although Fear Innoculum grows on me more every time I listen to it.
And the big scream isn't looped or edited or anything. I saw him do it live. The man is beyond human.
I was waiting to see her reaction to that scream. That sloooowwww smile was so perfect!
@@smashogre4766everybody was waiting for that
Indeed. MJK is MaJicK, and always encourages us to pry open our third eye. 😉
He is/has indeed evolved. You are 100%.
When I saw them live, everyone in the crowd did the scream too
The reason why Maynard's voice melody and lyrics sound so perfectly ensconced within TOOL's music, is because Maynard writes his parts specifically off of his personal impressions of the finished composition. This and his lower volume level makes him another instrument in the band, instead of being just a lead singer who noticeably sits on top of the music. Maynard doesn't want to draw too much attention to himself; he knows that he is just one member of this four piece band and has profound respect for what his bandmates are capable of. I think also, because Maynard writes this way, it alows for his true emotions to come through in his voice.
Was going to say the same thing. Band puts song together then gives Maynard the tracks to put the vocals to them. It's why it is perfection 😍
Yup. They're all so unique and gifts
Perfectly summed up!
Each of the musicians believes so strongly in the project, as well. They never intended for it to be a commercially successful venture, it was just something they all loved doing. Danny Carey was just interviewed by Rick Beato about a month ago and he talks about the beginning of Tool and how he committed to the band because he loved what they were creating. I think at the time he was playing with Jeff Buckley and doing gigs for Carole King. Amazing, amazing drummer.
I’ve heard it said of Tool, the vocals are often treated as just another instrument. The band members each get their times to shine.
If you enjoy Maynard’s voice, I would HIGHLY recommend Passenger - Deftones. His vocals are phenomenal in that song.
I really like White Pony, but Passenger is the best song by such a wide margin that it's ridiculous.
Seconded
Third-ed!
Fourthed!!!! Please!!!! I am a tool fan, and sometimes my Playlist ends up veering away, and when this song plays, and Maynard has the mic, I can't get enough. Not to pull away from deftones, but when Maynard sings his part, it leaves you wishing the song was longer!!!!
5th’d. Passenger is a must.
This song is extremely spiritual. It stresses how a grudge will cycle back through your life and present differently until you let it go. Sometimes people don't and wonder why negative energy revolves through their life, like a bad cycle. It drags you down, or it will lift you up if you just let it go.
beautiful
And I like how his desperate 23-second scream fizzles out as if he himself is just letting it go. Letting the tide carry the feelings away. Form following function.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yep, I can't think of a better band than Tool for people with PTSD, and holding grudges, memories, guilt, blame, trauma, etc - dwelling on it and not letting go of any of it is a centric debilitating part of PTSD.
They have several go-to songs that are perfect for this, and Tool's just overall spectacular for getting yourself a much-needed attitude adjustment anyway, of course.
But as far as mental health goes, they are probably better therapy than any therapist could be. Comes at you one-way so you can just experience it and let it steamroll those bumps in your way, kinda. But they leave you with some nice bitesize mantras you might need to hear, and, yeah. That's a rare ability.
Holding a grudge is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die
The scream is the vocal manifestation of someone finally putting down the burden of a deep grudge and letting go. Welcome to Tool. My brother turned me on when I was a pre-teen and just so happened in January this year he and I got to see them live. Amazing group
Your brother turned you on?😮
One of my favorite things to watch is Danny Carey's drum cam of him playing the ending to this song. Dude is a BEAST.
Absolutely agree. Just saw them 3 and a half weeks ago. They age like fine wine.
Not just a beast, he’s an octopus.
It’s amazing watching him play. The level of skill is phenomenal.
He’s a huge man, that lends to his ability to play a kit unlike another
The reason I started playing drums and STILL inspires me to excellence 🤌🏼
@@tx2jbh81 I was inspired by hair metal drummers....which is probably why I suck. Lol
I could watch you review a Tool song every day for the rest of your life lol. I am not a fan of reaction type videos but I cannot resist it when you cover Tool. Please check out 46&2 which is my favorite Tool song. Do not forget he sings in another band called A Perfect Circle which will equally amaze you. Have a great day and thank you for your awesome content.
Also Puscifer. Another equally awesome and very different band MJK fronts.
@@stpetie7686, I think she would love the interplay between Maynard's and Carina's voices
@TheVocalyst A Perfect Circle (APC) is a great choice for this channel because you can compare vocal qualities across different bands. APC is still rock, but is more 'traditional' than TOOL's experiemental/progressive musicianship/song length. APC hits that feel much different than TOOL include So Long, And Thanks For All the Fish, 3 Libras, and TalkTalk. Other hit APC songs that are closer to a TOOL vibe include Judith, The Outsider, and Weak And Powerless. All are fun jams. His lyrics tend to be more overt and direct in APC, so his (confrontational) views on religion are very present in songs like TalkTalk and Judith.
@@kylearpke4945 great comment! I will add however that many of MJK's views on religion turned around and or come full circle in 10,000 Days. He has a very interesting story regarding that and his mothers death.
@@kylearpke4945Orestes is another great song from A Perfect Circle too.
Ive heard many ppl say many different things about Tool but buttery warm is new. I love when Tool fans are born
She's not wrong though.
Buttery warm and glowingly beautiful
What you say at the end about listening everyday and not get everything there.....I'm going on almost 30 years listening, and I still find new connections, and hear it in new ways to this day. No kidding...It is so incredibly dense with brilliance on all levels.
One of my favorite songs from Tool. Such an amazing band and Maynard is almost comical with how good he is.
Also, you are very captivating as a creator and person. Your positive attitude and overall projection of good vibes is intoxicating.
You have officially joined the TOOL ARMY. This is the song. I love your reactions, and seeing you react to my favorite band since I was 14 is a treat like no other. Please continue, and continue to be my envy for being able to experience TOOL for the first time. And I agree with the poster below, please do Reflection soon.
Eh🥴
Oh god CRINGE
the best thing about Tool to me is that as I grew with it just became richer & better all the time #DannyCareyRhythmGod
maximum cringe
The smile that crept onto your face as the scream persisted is the gold
Haha, it was totally worth watching the video to see this reaction alone.
We knew it was coming - she was gonna light up as the seconds went on. And she did not disappoint. Lol
I love moments like this. I can only think of one similar outstanding IRL time but, wow - much more instantaneous. Porcupine Tree, with Robert Fripp from King Crimson opening for them. I was there for PT, but the crowd was mostly old hippie types and were obviously there for Fripp. I knew they had no clue who Porcupine Tree was. This was their Deadwing tour.
PT came on and opened with Open Car - and I knew that around 15 seconds in it was gonna EXPLODE, so I just turned and watched these old dudes to see that moment hit them. Fn PERFECT. It was like those atomic bomb test videos - ka BLAMMO. And in that moment they became enlightened. 🤣
Yeah yeah. Totally irrelevant. 🥱
If she hasn't checked into Porcupine Tree yet, I hope she will. I think she'd love them.
20+ years later and this is still such an intense piece. All-time great. Chills every time
I absolutely love watching you listen to Tool songs for the first time.
The people have said it! They want TOOL , A perfect Circle and Puscifer on the channel so we can really do a deep dive into Maynard’s voice
Yes please! Maynard and Bethany, her fawning and getting super vocal nerdy would be amazing!
It’s such a different sound from Tool, but Maynard shines with APC and Puscifer shines just as much as he does with Tool.
Conditions on my parole is a great song. Heard it and didn't know it was Maynard, it's so different than his other bands.
I know what you mean. I’m going on 20+ years now, and that long scream where ‘he lets go’ of the grudge, still gives me goosebumps. And they get better and better the more I hear it! ❤🔥
Saw them in October and he nailed the scream
Best scream in RockNRoll history, period.
No offense to all u great screamin apes out there but
QUOTE: The way is shut. It was made by those who are Tool, and Tool keep it, until the time comes. The way is shut... 🙈🙉🙊
Yes!
I counted an 18 sec scream when I saw them live in Dallas last Friday. Not bad 23yrs later!
Just seen them in fresno last nite and all i got to say is wow
He made it 21 seconds in Denver even though the high altitude and bitching about our lack of oxygen ❤
Not a scream? Wow!
A little over 20 sec in Toronto last November too! I recently saw a clip of the scream zoomed in and apparently he sings a high note; guess that's the best way to not ruin your vocal chords whilst not sounding different
Cannot believe I missed the chance to catch them in TX… damn.
Tool is the band where you can't listen to just the drums or the guitar or the bass, it's the timing changes and interactions that make them so special! No one else even comes close!
And they individually play at different timings at the same time which is even more incredible
Facts! It’s why I’ve seen them 18 times live
Maynard’s voice is so mesmerizing. It gives me goosebumps. His voice is very much an instrument of the band. I’ve seen them live twice now, and there are no words for it. He’s in the back and it’s like all four of them become this one, entity of amazing sound. I highly recommend the “Fear Inoculum” “and 10,000 Days” Albums. Really, any of them. Also his two other bands, A Perfect Circle and Puscifer. He has such range. 😊
You need to hear Judith by the vocalists other band A Perfect Circle. Emotionally crushing lyrically and musically.
Listen to Judith by APC, follow it up with 10,000 Days / Wings for Marie.
Make sure you have lots of tissues within reach.
From APC "Weak and Powerless" and "Three Libras" are great songs, too. In "Judith" video my attention stole moment when bass guitar disappears and Paz ties up her hair 😂
This! But the live version on Conan O'Brien...stunning performance from Maynard!
I agree with the sentiment. When singing with A Perfect Circle, Maynard James Keenan creates some beautiful singing. There are too many great songs for me to suggest titles.
Good call. Worth a review.
30 yrs listening to this band and I still get something new evertime I listen to a song. And listen at least once a week.
Pay better attention. What do you want us to do about it? Strange question… odd really. You musta been high when you wrote it. Who are you to…?
Tool often have something tribal. Primordial. Something that speaks to the deepest instincts. Complete organized chaos with a method to the madness. There's always a deeper purpose, a covered-up reason. And don't apologise for fear of not making any sense. You're like a river carving out your natural flow. A river always makes sense in where it goes. Because it's nature that guides its course. You're a natural. Everything you say comes straight from the heart and as such, there's an inability there to become offensive, or for us to take offense for whatever you say. I love listening to you, because there's always a reason and a rhyme.
What a beautiful comment, so natural, raw, and true.
Tuning.
'standard 'tuning isn't standard.
#432hz
That’s deep
It's not just "listening to music," Tool songs are an experience.
@@Shake69ification indeed! The best concert I ever went to was Tool Lateralus tour 2001. The best way I can explain it was that it was a "religious experience"
I remember climbing to the top of the lawn, taking in the entire amphitheater, and was enthralled how everbody was swaying back and forth in unison. It looked like waves lapping against the beach, or rather, a living organism, 20,000 people all entranced and moving in perfect harmony. I was stone cold sober too. To this day I have yet to feel anything like that, been to hundreds of concerts since, which includes seeing tool 5 more times. It truly was a singular, once in a lifetime feeling, and I'm ok with that, it makes it special.
You pausing and going back.. reminded me of how I was in my first couple of years of becoming a Tool fan. I had to repeat listening to each one of their songs back to back, for an hour or more, just so I feel satisfied with it.
I listen to tool so much and after those years of repeated listening, I still discover something new here and then. I still don't get all the time signature changes, even after hundreds of listening of a song, it still feels new in a weird kind of way and waching "react to tool" videos bring us back to the very first time we heard a song. Thank you for this and welcome to your new family.
I just went to my first Tool concert ever and it was the best musical experience I’ve ever had. And I do mean experience. You should absolutely go to a concert! You would love it!
100% can attest to this. There is no better experience and atmosphere than a Tool concert.
Hah, they played this song on the recent tour, and The Grudge was definitely the song of the night. They prohibit video recording until the last song, but I wish somebody had gotten my reaction on video. I shouted "The Grudge! They're playing The Grudge!!!"
One of the best shows I ever saw. Dragon Force opened up for him. He stood sideways in front of a white screen and he was just a silhouette lasers and mirrors and the eyeball trippy videos effin epic.
In concert you can feel the guitar in your chest as they drone and the drums almost hypnotizes the crowd. I'd most definitely go again.
Until you hear live and right there you have more to hear and learn and embrace ❤
My dear, I've been listening to TOOL regularly since 1993 and it never gets "old" in the way you sometimes just get tired of hearing a song. TOOL has somehow overcome all typical barriers to being old, while simultaneously seeming "new" that can fit into any aged timeframe every time you listen to them. It's uncanny, yet this is the singular twist that keeps everyone hooked on their music.
Facts
Same and so true!
💯 this
Totally agree.
Absolutely!
Danny is all and everything a master level percussionist might be, you are spot on! Please do more Tool, we are here for the whole journey, they just don't have a bad song it's crazy!
Ticks and Leeches, by definition, is a bad song… I also don’t like it no matter how talented they are.
LOL..@@uncletaco916
@@uncletaco916ticks and leaches is a fantastic song lol
I love your reactions. So genuine. I'm a Tool fan of 26 years and it's a pleasure to watch you experience them for the first time.
The joy you display listening to these songs makes the video worth watching! It is amazing to see someone enjoying this music the way I do.
This is Tool's best imo, the entire album is so intense and absolutely brilliant!
My son got me hooked listening to "TOOL" about 5 years ago, but I got him hooked to groups like Tool, 30 plus years ago. Their album at that time just blew my mind! I was brought up on Rock and Roll, i.e., I'll be turning 76 years old. I will go down listening to Tool and others when it's time to check out!!!
As an colossal TOOL fan… I must say I thoroughly enjoyed every second of this video. You devoted the necessary time and analytical resources to delve properly in the song. It’s a masterpiece. It’s beautiful to see someone who understands music appreciate this tier of sonic expression. Your breakdown and articulation was wonderful to listen to. Thank you, great video 👏.
Watching your smile go from amused to The Grinch level (not a bad thing!) during 'the scream' makes the whole video worth it.
I love when bethany says at the end, "and hopefully I will see you the next time " I'm not sure why.
And I love this reaction.
55yr old 30 year TOOL fan here… I get an almost giddy feeling of joy watching you discover the power and perfection of this most incredible band. I have seen them live 4 times and consider those the best 4 concerts of the hundreds I’ve been to, hands down. I am usually just buzzing with energy for a couple of days after their shows. Thank you for giving me a chance to vicariously experience your discovery of their talent.
I was 14 when I first heard Tool. One of my older friends had gotten his drivers license and showed up at my dad's autobody shop in a hotrod 1980's Monte Carlo. Not only did it do sick burnouts, it had a beastly stereo system in it. He says check out the "system" in it and plays this album cranked to max volume. These guys blew my friggin mind! My mom and dad listened to classic rock and oldies, so I had never heard anything like it. I was hooked and it started my journey into heavy metal and other types of music.
One of my favorite things about your videos is your facial expressions-they're so authentic and revealing. And I've watched enough of your videos-and am such a huge fan of Tool-that I was catching myself predicting when and how you would react to various moments in the song, and you did NOT disappoint! Such a great video, and as someone with such a deep love of music but zero musical aptitude myself, I love getting these expert explanations of what's going on with one of my favorite bands.
"Vicarious" next, pretty please.
sure 😁
1000% Vicarious is a masterpiece absolute must listen! I would also recommend a watch despite the video being a bit maddening and disturbing
Absolutely
Yes PLEEEEEEEZE!! This is one of their more straight-forward songs, not having as many changes and interludes. (and 1 of my top 3 favorites). I know you listen to some audio-only tracks. This is probably best when listening to Tool. You may get sucked into their videos and totally forget about the music! :D
I second this motion.
The first time I heard Tool when I was a young teen in the 90s I looked at the radio with awe. I instantly thought: "Who is this and I how can to hear more." It's amazing to watch the same reaction from you. I love how you recognized Maynard's voice instantly after only hearing two of his other songs before that point. His voice and songwriting style are truly unique. He has so much lyrical/songwriting talent, that Tool is not the only band he is in... he's in two more: Pucifer and A Perfect Circle. Try "Conditions of My Parole", "The Remedy", and "Bullet Train to Iowa" from Pucifer and "Judith", "The Outsider", and "Weak and Powerless" from A Perfect Circle.
What is the craziest part about Tool is the music is written without Maynard even knowing what they are doing, they call him up and say it’s ready then he goes out in his truck and puts words to it.
That was after this album. He was highly involved from opiate to lateralus. He kinda lost the fight to the other 3 and chose to step back 10000 days and on. Mainly due to creating apc and trying to make puscifer big. Ha big puscifer
@@bradennichols3154which explains the significant decline in quality post-lateralus.
Your expressions are so fun to watch!
I’ve been a Tool fan since 92. It’s such a treat to experience them again for the “first” time through your reactions.
So much better when you bring your understanding of what they are doing. (I didn’t have that when I first heard them)
Back from 92? The first EP?
Definitely OGT
An advantage of being from LA.
Nipple rings?
@@jtherien53Vans? 501's? Dope Beastie tee?
I'm a drummer and when this cd came out, I was addicted to this track!! The intensity of the ending always blew me away. The insanity, intensity and controlled chaos of it all still has me stunned.
Have you nailed any songs yet. I’ve been playing for nearly thirty years and I don’t know if I’ve ever truly nailed one took song yet haha
Not being remotely drum-capable, I still understand what he's doing. Sorta. I think he's got a secret extra brain or two tucked in there somewhere cuz I don't know how a single brain could do that
The Grudge really got me into Tool. My buddy put Lateralus in the cd player in my car the day after it came out. The Grudge made my jaw absolutely drop and the rest is history.
I saw them a few times on the Lateralus tour and Maynard does that scream in its entirety live and it is as fantastic as the studio version.
Welcome to the Tool Army! They are such amazing musicians who are capable of writing some of the most amazing and complex pieces of music in the metal world.
I have been listening to them since “Opiate” in 1992 and their music never gets old because when you truly listen to it there is always something new to hear.
Just saw them for the 2nd time on Feb 10th in Phoenix and he belted out that scream just as epic as ever. Badass show
The Lateralis tour was the best tour/ concert (in Cincy) that I ever witnessed. Just a great album.
04:37 The two little drums are the snare drum and one of the high toms, Danny plays with the snare wires off a lot so it doesn't buzz like a snare drum most of the time. It's also mixed in with his electronic percussion pad that incorporates these East-Asian and Indian traditional drum sounds to the part.
I've been listening to this for 20 years now and every time the song just blows my socks off and I find myself holding my breath up to the last hits, it just takes you there without fail. Goosebumps, every time. Tool is without a doubt the goat of metal bands.
09:50 Wait, wait, wait, and you're not gonna mention him leading the melody again when he does it with a (dissonant) note in between two of the (chord) notes that are played? I love it when people do that. Eddie Vedder does that a lot as well, and so does the singer of Deftones, all though I don't think the singer of Deftones often leads with it, but Maynard and Eddie do it quite a bit.
I did like it that you explained how scary that can be, but it's also so great to hear it work. That resonance when the singing note gets doubled by an instrument when the note is being sustained. Hm! Gorgeous. Feels like the singer is giving you a gift. I don't know how else to explain it.
I"m a big fan of Tool. I love the voice and the rhythms and poly-rhythms and the dissonances and the emotions, the desperation and strength, and all that jazz. It sometimes feels like they've read my mind about everything I love in music and they decided to get a band together with a bunch of geniuses that can actually do what I'm thinking and more.
Just saw them two nights in a row and they played The Grudge both nights
Assuming you attended both PHX dates, the 2nd night in PHX was killer! How about that alternate bridge for Schism?!?
@@ryguypv yup it was Az! I swear they hit a new level on night 2, beginning to end they were on fire! That was epic with the added verse people trying to figure out exactly what he added
I was there Sat night. Fing epic!
Am I a stick in the mud for not getting the hype? I know the bands tighter than ever, from friends of mine. But I stopped getting hyped for Tool shows when Maynard had to tone down his vocals. I remember seeing Maynard bail on the scream here, and consistently preserve his voice. Which is good… but I get a better experience with headsets than standing in a crowd, unless I was on a heroic dose.
@theologyofthebody2870 He did cut the scream short, and he was better when i saw them 10 years ago. It was more so the experience, the vibrations, and the light show that made it dope.
I could watch Tool reactions all day long!! It's always nice to see others appreciate this band after listening to them for years
Such a bubbly personality i can't get enough of it. This is great.
You're amazing . Great commentary and honest experience. Thank you! I'm a new fan.
I just love watching someone wake up to tool. It reminds me of my discovery of them. I’ve shared this band countless times with others. I took a cousin of mine to a live show and he still talks a out it years later
The growing grin and recognition on your face as the big scream carries on, is simply fantastic!
Thank you for your reactions. I just can't help but love your spirit and personality. So intelligent and artistic and open minded in your approach to things. I really appreciate the time I get to share these reactions with you. This group has changed my life in many ways. I've learned so much as a musician and listener and I adore watching others experience their music for the first time.
Bethany and TOOL.... my day is already off to a good start. 🙂
Never heard of you before tonight. Subscribed and Notify All. You have no idea what a joy it is to watch you learn about Tool and their magic. Looks like there are more of you analyzing and commenting on them. I have smiled and had a few other emotions watching... Great job... now try waiting between albums for more.
I’ve lost count how many times I have been to their concerts. Thanks for covering their songs and you should definitely see a show some time.
the main time signature for this song is 5/8. After years of listening to Tool, counting it out becomes second nature. A language forms, and soon you are cured of your addiction to listen to music 24/7 - silence becomes GOLD again. It's highly recommended.
It's two time sigs, 5/8 and 5/4. Which are basically the same but 5/4 def changes the pulse of the song. It's why the verses feel slower.
Just wanted to say that I adore your videos and how amazingly genuine you are. I especially enjoy your tool videos, all your videos are great 😊
PLEASE do "The Patient" 🙏 The vocals on that track especially are right up your alley 🤘 Keep up the great work!
Amazing track. Synced drum transcription for The Patient: ua-cam.com/video/VuBmxc0HMoA/v-deo.html
My favorite song on that album.
Absolutely one of my favorites, but unfortunately, she has like 10 higher priority songs to get to first but who knows, maybe one day. The big payoff is that even after hearing a dozen Tool tracks, I bet the Patient will still strike a raw nerve and get through to her.
@@PaulMella-f4b sometimes I can't even accept one song on that album as my favorite. I hear parabol and parabola together and it sometimes takes me back to when I purchased the CD, put it into my CD player in my truck (cuz I couldn't wait til I go home to listen to it) and just the absolute drive from the drums almost like an engine/motor pushing the entirety of the band/music into a new plane, just can still grab my complete and total focus. But then those harmonies and sincerity of emotion comes out in The Patient and what I was going through in my life at the time, and it...... I just can't explain it man.
I have my own fond memories of that album. My friend had just gotten his first car, and gas was relatively cheap back then, so when the rare summer rains would come, we would just drive on the back roads of the towns we lived in listening to Lateralus (yes, for 1h+ at a time). Listening to Lateralus during a thunderstorm smelling that fresh air from the rain is a memory I think I'll have until my deathbed.
So yeah, I think she'll have a strong reaction to hearing The Patient when she gets to it, but that's to be expected for the whole album.
I was fortunate enough to see Tool twice during the Lateralus touring days, so I think the only "real" song I haven't heard live is Ticks and Leeches. They even played Triad live with Meshuggah!
I admit The Grudge was a surprise reaction video I wasn't expecting yet, but I was very happy with it since it's the song of the night during their recent tours. Realistically, I think any further reactions from her on this album would be
Schism
Parabol/Parabola
Lateralus (best song)
And then maybe The Patient
Such a great video
When he says uhhh his voice is just gorgeous, you melt my heart lady !
That was great! I suggest Right in Two for your next one.
Also, MJK is in 2 other bands: A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer. They're worth checking out. APC is less prog but I would say more textured, and Puscifer has vocalist Carina Round, who is a great pairing with MJK.
I'd suggest Orestes, Gravity, or The Noose from APC. And Remedy. And The Humbling River, Remedy, and Momma Sed from Puscifer.
Yes yes yes! ❤
Agreed!
I'm pretty sure she knows about the other bands since every other person says so. And she obviously reads comments. But right now she's on the tool journey. Like straight spiritual. But maybe in a couple months she'll go down that emotional of a perfect circle. Or the libido of puscifer. :p I'm just happy someone who does music for a living can break it down and put everything into words I want to say but don't know how lol
I normally don't watch reaction videos but I have enjoyed your tool reviews a lot. Your facial expression and passion (especially on "sober") is so enjoyable.
When they play live, Maynard no longer takes center stage (and hasn’t since Justin Chancellor joined the band replacing their former bassist.
From stage right to stage left, Justin stand foreground, then Maynard typically stands in back next to Danny’s drums, behind a very minimally used keyboard (he’s the one making a lot of the strange embellishment sounds), Danny is stage left of Maynard, then Adam Jones stands in front stage left playing his guitar. Neither Justin nor Adam bang their heads or move around much at all. They stand there and play their instruments. All four are given equal stage weight.
It's such a pleasure to watch anyone, in this case you, "get" TOOL.
It's a very interesting connection we as spectators feel when we see you experiencing their music.
Great video like always. Can't wait to see the next one!
Your reactions are so good! Its so beautiful and personally validating watching you enjoy music I first enjoyed when I was a teenager. I couldn't describe to people why I loved it so much and it's like you're giving me the words I never had!
I'd love you to do Around the fur by Deftones
Especially love how the last 30 seconds stretches the song's musicality, but never quite breaks it. Master composers is what they are, oh yeah, and they know the instruments a bit ;)
I love watching your reactions to my favourite band- I’ve been listening to Tool for 20 years and it NEVER gets old and ALWAYS gives me goosebumps EVERY TIME ❤️❤️❤️
Loved the reaction! I would love to see you react to Pushit by Tool. Either the album version or the Salival version (or both). They're both great, but different.
Salival version! live and much more vocal focused
Has to be salival. Also You lie on that album would be awesome too
how about both? compare and contrast the different versions?
The first time I heard the live version from Salival gave me the most intense goosebumps I've ever received from a song. Listening to that on good speakers is a hell of an experience.
I love that 10 seconds into "The scream" you can see her visibly stop bobbing to the song and from there her face morphs from "this is a pretty long scream, thats impressive" to a "Holy Crap!"
You've unintentionally become my best ASMRartist so far. I love Tool, but I also love your way of speaking and gestures. Best regards.
You should check out Maynard’s other band Pusifer. A great song is Momma Sed (Alive at Club Nokia) off the album C is for ….(Please Insert Sophomoric Genitailia Reference). Another great song off the album is The Humbling River.
Grand Canyon
The observation on the "desperation" was well made. It does contextualise the scream at the end.
It really does a great job of representing that even though harbouring a grudge isn’t healthy, it’s very difficult to fully let it go. It’s like he’s tearing out a parasite but it’s taking a chunk of him with it.
@@CarlosLiberated that's an apt way of looking at it.
This album was so so good. You literally could work through track by track. Conceptually it creates a beautiful picture when taken in totality.
Great pick!
Watching someone fall in love with them for the first time just melts me ❤️ This is just so great 🤩
you seem to enjoy tool so much. please do more videos with their songs, it is so fun to see how much you enjoy them.
YES!!! More Tool in this channel. I hope that you one day will listen to "Reflection", a mesmerizing, emotional performance by MJK. It's a loong song but totally worth it, like every Tool song lol
Ohhhhhhhhhhhh Reflection!!!! We're lifeless satellites drifting
Reflection has to be listened to as part of the holy trinity in its entirety...
@@coma718ny yes, it's a great experience, and she would surely love it!!! But for this channel, i think "Reflection" is more interesting.
Reflection is perfection. The whole album is perfect but Reflection gives me all the chills.
I love every TOOL album but I'll never forget popping Lateralus in for the first time and hearing The Grudge. I recognized the stock elevator sound right away and then all hell breaks loose. Probably my favorite album of all time.
The Greatest band in history
Danny has a very elaborate drum kit .. You should see him make use of it in the Pneuma live video.. The polyrhythms he is so known for are really etalaged in that one!! (He has a mix of normal and electronic drums) and knows well how to make use of both!!
Maynard, really is a magician who weaves it all together tho!!
I've been listening to Tool since Opiate.
My favorite band!
I can't wait to hear this reaction!
I served in the Marines from 1999-2007. Which means I served during 9/11 and deployed after.
We played Tool, well I made sure we did, for all of my deployments!
I used to fall asleep to this album before having to go back on post.
Kill or be killed.
Oorah!
Scream at 18:25 😁
Her expression changes so much during the scream.
Legend
Maynard is one of the greatest song writers of our time. I’m glad you appreciate his work.
Two of my favourite Tool songs are “Lateralus”, and “Right in Two”. Of course, everyone has their particular favorites, but Tool has such an eclectic catalogue that you could pretty much blindly pick any song and be happily surprised.
Looking forward to more reactions.
I came to recommend “lateralus”. The live version of “pushit” hits sooo hard.
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IMO the greatest rock album ever made. I know that’s a big statement but I said what I said. Individual songs and as an entire album, connected track by track, there’s nothing that quite touches it. So glad to see this reaction video!!
That's absolutely true - I've been listening to these Tool songs so many times over the past 25 years, and I *still* hear things that I didn't notice before. These songs (or pieces!) are so rich and full, and so much genuine artistry has been put into them that they are gifts that keep on giving.
I recently took my new GF to a Tool show-the band is new to her. But she loved it! I told her that I think of their shows as being more like an art gallery showing with music than a typical rock concert. Sure, it has plenty of the trappings of a typical concert, but people go to be consumed by the visuals and the sounds. Well, at least I do.
An amazing detail in the part where he sings about letting the ocean kiss, before and after the insturments have a cyclic sound that resembles waves crashing, soo well thought and designed.
He was trying for 29.5 seconds, Saturn's orbital period. The planet being in the lyrics.
The -now- BJJ black belt threw up after the recorded attempt.
Typical bloody Maynard... Always bringing up astrophysics. 🤣
Never heard this. Fucking awesome.
Everyone is a Tool fan, most people just don't know it yet... Check out "Right In Two", "Invincible" and "Forty Six & 2".
I felt that 3 minute mark. His voice gives me good chills.
You remind me so much of an old friend... Thanks for your videos, Tool is fantastic.
I could sit down and listen to you dissect Tool for 9 hours straight. More please!! You should check out Wings for Marie Pt. 2. It's a tribute that Maynard wrote to his mother after she passed and it is incredible.
When he starts that Saturn ascends sh*t I get goosebumps❤
Wonderful. Love your insights and excitement.
its so funny watching someone break this music down with such detail. i just remember as a young lad just rockin out and not really over thinking what was happening but just enjoying the music for what it was in the moment.
I saw Tool live 5 times and nothing is edited Keenan is very intelligent man. My favorite song who knows Tool it’s showing up in my user name. Peace all and cheers from Bosnia Sarajevo.