'Vicarious' (live)
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New Album in 2012?
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Only time will tell.
Tool is notorious for waiting several years between each album release. The shortest wait was probably between Undertow and Ænima with just under 3 years between each album. After that it was 5 years until Lateralus was released, then another 4 years for 10,000 Days.
Of course, in between the Tool projects Maynard Keenan also created Puscifier. The newest album “Conditions of My Parole” was just released last week. I’ve included a YouTube vid of one of the new songs if you’re interested. This may hold over some Tool fans until the new album does come out, if it does.
True Test of Versatile Music
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Tool’s music has always spoken to me. The lyrics are always remarkable, the videos are haunting and the actual musical compositions are beyond astounding. Any artist or group who can produce music with such raw, gritty emotion is good in my book. That’s one of the things I’ve always admired about Tool; the ability to create music that is just as emotive as the lyrics are.
I love going on YouTube and looking for music that is outside the box a little. A few months ago I discovered bluegrass tributes to some of the best rock songs throughout the last few decades. This blew my mind! Not only was this idea something I wish I’d thought of, it was a neat way to show that truly great music can transcend all niche’s and genre’s.
That led me to some amazing symphonic arrangements of unexpected rock songs. That’s when I found this. I never doubted that Tool would sound amazing when played well on other instruments, but the emotive qualities I have always loved about them still came through. This version elicits just as much feeling as the album version. That raw, resolute passion, that despondency, the deep well that Tool is so great at capturing is still present.
This just proves to me that Tool is amazing at what they do. Beyond the lyrics and evocative videos the music is translated just as easily to other instruments and niche’s, and still powerful enough to arouse that same core gut reaction.
Tool's "Ænema" video
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Dipthongs and gritty surrealism
When I was an angry, impressionable young thing, I would get Tool's "Ænema" stuck in my head for days at a time. It's ridiculously earwormy for a prog metal track, not to mention it echoed plenty of my frustrations with the state of modern capitalism (at least as far as my teenage understanding of it went). The song might be partially responsible for my continued preoccupation with the apocalypse, as well as my longstanding cynical conviction that the end of the world is the only way anyone's going to be able to fix America. Tool's preferred apocalyptic prediction is another great flood; Maynard chants "learn to swim" at the climax of Ænema, as though dog paddling would save us from the torrents.
Like most of Tool's videos, Ænema features a gorgeously surreal atmosphere and some impressive stop motion animation. It would seem an artistic frustration with Los Angeles drives filmmakers and musicians to create thematically unified art; at points during the video, I'm reminded of David Lynch's disturbingly surreal feature film Mulholland Drive. Maybe it's all the blue lighting and weird little shriveled dudes being tortured by men in suits. Enjoy this angry nightmare of a video after the jump.
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Where is the New Album?
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Many fans are continually wondering about the latest Tool album—particularly when it will be released. It’s not finished yet, and it’s not really being discussed with the public—but it’s definitely in the works. Most know that since 2008, the various members have been taking a hiatus off and on, some writing, some working on other projects—from making wine to producing comic books. Read more about Where is the New Album?
The Brothers Quay: Progenitors of Tool's Aesthetic
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Adam Jones borrowed heavily from the Brothers' short films
Much of Tool's widespread success comes from the intra-sensory unity of their aesthetic. As a band, they've made great music, but their album art, concert projections, and music videos have been integral to their ongoing popularity. Guitarist Adam Jones does essential work not only as a musician but as the art director of the band. He created most of Tool's disturbing and iconic music videos that helped launch them into the mainstream. Read more about The Brothers Quay: Progenitors of Tool's Aesthetic
Tool - Schism (Video & Lyrics)
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"Pure intention juxtaposed will set two lovers souls in motion"
This has got to be one of the most messed up, strangest, craziest music videos I have ever seen! I suppose this is how musical geniuses see the world - a dark, scary place that is hungry for companionship. The lyrics are pretty sweet, too. So how do we feel about this song everyone? I know that it is a favorite for Tool fans - but I understand it might not be everyones cup of tea. Watch the vid and read the lyrics - it will all make sense.
Ahhhhh creeeeepy, while at the same time it brings back some good memories.
Tool - Music
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Tool is a Los Angeles, California based rock band that includes Maynard James Keenan (vocalist), Danny Carey (drummer), Adam Jones (guitarist), and Justin Chancellor (bassist). They have won three Grammy Awards. The band had originally started out as heavy metal but has become more alternative metal - and more popular - as the years have progressed. The band has also been described as a fusion of progressive rock and art rock due to the influence of both the band members and the visual influence they carry on tour and on album artwork. Read more about Tool - Music