Tool will release another album that sounds EXACTLY like Lateralus and 10,000 Days
Every Tool fan will rejoice at how "diverse they still are", and claim anyone that doesn't like it simply "doesn't get it" or "has a short attention span"
Tool will release another album that sounds EXACTLY like Lateralus and 10,000 Days
Every Tool fan will rejoice at how "diverse they still are", and claim anyone that doesn't like it simply "doesn't get it" or "has a short attention span"
I bought 10,000 Days when it came out, marvelled at how cool the CD art was, listened to the CD twice and put it away. I haven't listened to it since and don't really want to. If I'm in the mood for Tool, I will listen to Aenima or Undertow.
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I am a Tool fan.
I find that every album is better than the previous...yes...that means I believe 10000 days was their best album...perhaps I felt that because it was new...all of their albums are great.
I recognize that much of their music sounds similar. Most bands do. PJ is an exception. The fact that much of their music sounds alike does not make them a bad band...lets review a few who are guilty of the same...
RHCP
Tom Petty
Aerosmith
REM
ACDC
I still like all of these bands. It is called a niche...their "sound." If you listen to Maynard's other collaborations, you will see he diversifies with those side projects, and yeah, keeps the "tool sound" for tool production and its fans.
The only thing I enjoy is having no feelings....being numb rocks!
And I won't make the same mistakes
(Because I know)
Because I know how much time that wastes
(And function)
Function is the key
I don't really know what to say to this...I mean...frontmen set the style of the band. He writes the bulk of the lyrics and the sets the tone for each of the songs. Do you think many write the music first and then the lyrics (yes...I know some do)...typically one write music with a particular rhythm in mind then writes/develops the music...so, I would have to say his role in the "music" is incredibly significant.
The only thing I enjoy is having no feelings....being numb rocks!
And I won't make the same mistakes
(Because I know)
Because I know how much time that wastes
(And function)
Function is the key
It's hard to say. I think it depends on Maynard. I think his voice might be shot...after seeing them 3 times on the 10,000 Days tour, it really seemed like he was struggling to sing Tool songs.
I definitely don't think 10,000 Days sucked, but I don't think it exceeded Lateralus. So they may or may not be all done. If they are, that'd be cool with me because I really want to see what Adam could do musically with another project. I think Adam's artistry and sound is what really draws me to Tool.
Do you think many write the music first and then the lyrics (yes...I know some do)...
Actually, Tool does do this. Maynard has addressed this in an interview I watched a while ago. He talked about being more of a "reactive" artist...meaning that the songs are mostly written before he gives his input as far as lyrics/tone go.
Yeah, he's the frontman, but Tool is a very democratic band...the creativity comes from all the members in a fairly balanced way I think.
It's hard to say. I think it depends on Maynard. I think his voice might be shot...after seeing them 3 times on the 10,000 Days tour, it really seemed like he was struggling to sing Tool songs.
I definitely don't think 10,000 Days sucked, but I don't think it exceeded Lateralus. So they may or may not be all done. If they are, that'd be cool with me because I really want to see what Adam could do musically with another project. I think Adam's artistry and sound is what really draws me to Tool.
That may be a better to look at it, 10,000 days not exceeding not only Laturalus but Aenema either. IMO, Undertow was better than Opiate, Aenema was better than Undertow and Lateralus was better that Aenema. 10,000 days, was very average and like I said, I felt like I was hearing unreleased songs from 97.
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That may be a better to look at it, 10,000 days not exceeding not only Laturalus but Aenema either. IMO, Undertow was better than Opiate, Aenema was better than Undertow and Lateralus was better that Aenema. 10,000 days, was very average and like I said, I felt like I was hearing unreleased songs from 97.
Yea, I was disappointed in general with 10,000 Days even though Rosetta Stoned is one of my favorite songs they've ever done. But it definitely does not compare to Lat or Aenima.
I didnt like 10,000 days when it came out, but i think its fantastic now and i dont get why it gets so much criticism. I dont think Tool are done at all, i'm expecting another album in another couple of years. Fantastic group, i love all their work, Reflection off Lateralus is one of the best pieces of music i've ever heard
"...though my problems are meaningless....that don't make them go away...."
I don't really know what to say to this...I mean...frontmen set the style of the band. He writes the bulk of the lyrics and the sets the tone for each of the songs. Do you think many write the music first and then the lyrics (yes...I know some do)...typically one write music with a particular rhythm in mind then writes/develops the music...so, I would have to say his role in the "music" is incredibly significant.
Regardless of whether he writes a joke song, or a song that is serious, Tool's sound stays constant.
Adam Jones is a one trick pony, just like Angus Young or Tom Morello.
Wow! I'm kind of surprised Tool doesn't get more respect around here. Considering all the shit music out there I try to embrace bands with integrity regardless if their last album topped the previous one or not. To each his own though... Cheers
10, 000 days is actually a pretty good album..its pretty hard to top their previous work, but its still fairly good when you give it a chance.
IMO Tool should call it quits though...their conceptual music and art style isn't "normal" enough to be putting stuff out all the time. Its just too cerebral and artsy. And I think band's should age gracefully and branch out as artists. If they are singing "stinkfist" or "prison sex" when they are well into their late 40's and 50's it'll just seem silly.
Tool as an idea, a concept, and a band has done all it can do I think.
Tool will release another album that sounds EXACTLY like Lateralus and 10,000 Days
Every Tool fan will rejoice at how "diverse they still are", and claim anyone that doesn't like it simply "doesn't get it" or "has a short attention span"
...or "they're just a little prick."
open up your ears people. experience tool.
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Butthead: It means that his friends are like turds and that they like suck.
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I believe they are done...at best another 4 years for an album
And I won't make the same mistakes
(Because I know)
Because I know how much time that wastes
(And function)
Function is the key
So sad but true
And I won't make the same mistakes
(Because I know)
Because I know how much time that wastes
(And function)
Function is the key
Every Tool fan will rejoice at how "diverse they still are", and claim anyone that doesn't like it simply "doesn't get it" or "has a short attention span"
Well said.
Agreed.
everything since is a watered down wannabe.
i'd hate to say it's because of Justin, but when he joined really is when it all changed.
I find that every album is better than the previous...yes...that means I believe 10000 days was their best album...perhaps I felt that because it was new...all of their albums are great.
I recognize that much of their music sounds similar. Most bands do. PJ is an exception. The fact that much of their music sounds alike does not make them a bad band...lets review a few who are guilty of the same...
RHCP
Tom Petty
Aerosmith
REM
ACDC
I still like all of these bands. It is called a niche...their "sound." If you listen to Maynard's other collaborations, you will see he diversifies with those side projects, and yeah, keeps the "tool sound" for tool production and its fans.
And I won't make the same mistakes
(Because I know)
Because I know how much time that wastes
(And function)
Function is the key
He's just the singer.
I don't really know what to say to this...I mean...frontmen set the style of the band. He writes the bulk of the lyrics and the sets the tone for each of the songs. Do you think many write the music first and then the lyrics (yes...I know some do)...typically one write music with a particular rhythm in mind then writes/develops the music...so, I would have to say his role in the "music" is incredibly significant.
And I won't make the same mistakes
(Because I know)
Because I know how much time that wastes
(And function)
Function is the key
I have heard they have an album out this year though.
I definitely don't think 10,000 Days sucked, but I don't think it exceeded Lateralus. So they may or may not be all done. If they are, that'd be cool with me because I really want to see what Adam could do musically with another project. I think Adam's artistry and sound is what really draws me to Tool.
Yeah, he's the frontman, but Tool is a very democratic band...the creativity comes from all the members in a fairly balanced way I think.
Regardless of whether he writes a joke song, or a song that is serious, Tool's sound stays constant.
Adam Jones is a one trick pony, just like Angus Young or Tom Morello.
IMO Tool should call it quits though...their conceptual music and art style isn't "normal" enough to be putting stuff out all the time. Its just too cerebral and artsy. And I think band's should age gracefully and branch out as artists. If they are singing "stinkfist" or "prison sex" when they are well into their late 40's and 50's it'll just seem silly.
Tool as an idea, a concept, and a band has done all it can do I think.
...or "they're just a little prick."
open up your ears people. experience tool.
Butthead: It means that his friends are like turds and that they like suck.
Beavis: Heh heh. Oh yeah. Yeah! Get those spoons out of my face before I shove them up your butt!
Butthead: Huh huh.