First Time Hearing Tool - "The Pot"

[@HollywoodRobTV]

Had to hit ya'll with the double upload tonight! Tool had me worried with "Schism," so I'm glad that a viewer in my livestream recommended "The Pot!" Thanks for supporting the content, ya'll.

[@webeesreacting7317]

Hey, man, do Lydia by Highly Suspect. You won't be disappointed.

[@webeesreacting7317]

Smoke a fatty first... if you're into that.

[@Hexnilium]

You need to watch the live recording of Tool's drummer playing "Pneuma".

[@tommywright2487]

RATM has a song featuring the vocalist of tool.

[@Usernamenottaken2k]

Easier to get into tool with a bit of live footage as well. I HIGHLY reccomend the drum cam version of "Pneuma" with Danny Carey on the drums.

[@DrBonely]

"Who the f* pissed off Maynard?" 😂😂

[@LitMan-yg1mv]

3:44 for reference x-D

[@ellzgoespro6568]

He is referring to the hypocrisy of the church that his mother drug him to as a child.

[@bobinvegas]

The best thing about almost every tool song is watching people try and find the right rhythm.

[@11FOXHOUND11]

To be fair the grudge isn’t the most complex in terms of time, at least not when compared to schism or rosetta stoned

[@dhammer5842]

Danny and his polyrhythms, just fire.

[@craigriley9892]

That's what's great about seeing them live. Everybody is grooving to something different.

[@Somebunnyvalubaul]

Accurate. Can confirm! 😂

[@AmazePaulz]

We are polyrhythmic

[@javalily]

Danny Carey, the drummer, is one of the best drummers of all time. His time signatures are unique and unexpected, and that's what makes TOOL, TOOL. He is also an accomplished Jazz drummer and infuses African and Middle eastern rhythms into his music. If you want to see him in his true glory, you have to check out his live performance of Pnuema.

[@nathancilley153]

And the most humble drummer in the world, when asked who are the best drummers in your mind, obviously he wasn't on his own list but when asked why they are, he said because they are the best, I grew up playing their music so the interviewer was like, wait.. you have been playing Rush, Police etc as a kid, he said yeah. The interviewee asked do you think these guys could play your music? Long pause..... the answer is no... he didn't say that but he realized what the interviewee was saying and they switched subjects...

[@MaRodney07]

Danny and Neil are tied for the best drummers for me..there's absolutely no way I could pick between them

[@farmerboy2194]

Have to agree he is pretty mad. I think with a band like tool they spend so much energy on the music and the lyrics and sometimes people get scared off it. Aenima definitely helped me get through high school in the 90s .

[@jonathanaliff6121]

The best part about this song's time signature... it's 4/4. A very well disguised one.

[@Rayvn7]

...LOL no.

[@Thebestintheworld17777]

The white "Hit Em Up" 😂🎯 I've heard this song a billion times and you just made it so much better lol

[@iklull6135]

I'm glad you gave a chance to Tool after the Schism review 😂 Tool is such a unique band.

[@SpunkMayo]

Giving Schism a bad review is like giving gold a silver review.

[@SpunkMayo]

@@basix188 just like assholes! And most stink.

[@SpunkMayo]

@@basix188 an opinion can be had about an opinion, genius.

[@SpunkMayo]

@@basix188 then I'm shocked you're this offended over my opinion.

[@Oatmonke]

​@@SpunkMayo it's not the best song for new tool fans

[@zak2986]

"They different". Facts. One of the very rare bands who sound as good (or better) live in concert. Every member of the band is a master of their craft.

[@GoodsEnuff]

Amen

[@phil3299]

I have listened to Tool for 25 years and met Maynard, the lead singer, a few times in the 2000s. Millions of music critics will tell you Maynard is one of the most gifted lyricists in all of modern music. As for Schism, it wasn't a good introduction song for you right now. Your ears and mind are not ready for it. The people who are introduced to Tool with Schism usually don't like it, but regret not liking it after they go down the Tool journey. Then they listen to Schism 10 or 15 songs later and then say it's actually incredible. Give it another chance later. Your next Tool song needs to be "Vicarious". If you want a diss track, "Anema" is Maynard wanting the entire city of Los Angeles to fall into the Pacific Ocean! Ha!

[@CoffeeandCrochet]

Back on the early 2000s my mom introduced me to Tool with the song Anema and I was hooked! He'll definitely like Vicarious and The Grudge since they have that same energy as The Pot 😁

[@AK00777]

This is great, totally agree. I was disappointed to hear what he said about Schism and thought oh shit, probably shouldn't post that vid 😂

[@ronnym9597]

Other examples for maynard got pissed off is "Hooker with a penis" or "Jerk Off"

[@mikeydoes]

I love songs that rock. 46 and 2 got me hooked on Tool. I always like Sober, but never appreciated it. But yeah, those two songs are musts for newcomers. And now Pneuma, I try not to listen to it too much so when I'm really in the mood it hits.

[@bradkey6084]

@@CoffeeandCrochet swapped Rammstein Sehnsucht for Tool Aenima on the school bus in 1999 and first song I heard was Stinkfirst. Hooked. Need to see more Stinkfist reactions!

[@dreamtlife0656]

PLEASE give us a merch shirt that says, "Who the fu** pissed off Maynard, bro!?" 😂 I'd wear it every day omg LOL

[@Erin31499]

It’s fitting for Maynard and how he feels towards many subjects, including obsessive Tool fans.

[@DrMcKay66]

I actually printed 25 t-shirts with just that line and gave 20 away to various Tool fans about 3 months ago. 😂😂

[@citizenshay]

Next has got to be “46 and 2” by Tool.

[@crazydrummer181]

He would appreciate a good diss track like Aenima

[@crystalscolza1663]

I don't think he's ready for any song other than something that's easy/ simple/radio playable like the pot. Did you see his reaction to the schism song he didn't even finish halfway through the song. Trash the song and anybody who likes it.

[@citizenshay]

If he can get through the first minute or two and look at it as a build up, he’ll be rewarded later. The riff throughout 46 and 2 is catchy even though it’s not in 4/4 time.

[@LoneStarTint]

I concur!

[@thethuginwes]

100%

[@mtxrules]

Since you have listened to this song, you owe it to yourself to revisit Schism in the future. Tool are definitely progressive rock(complex rhythm and time signature changes) Maynard is definitely an awesome lyricist. The whole band is crazy talented. Its a rabbit hole getting into this band. Cheers

[@blacksmoke3113]

Tool is something special man. This is the kind of rabbit hole EVERYONE should experience.

[@paulsullivanable]

this is fact.

[@teddy.d174]

Very well written @blacksmoke.

[@Somebunnyvalubaul]

Only if the rabbits are wearing glasses!

[@janjanthejan]

"Who the fuck pissed off Maynard bro" hahahaha that's such a great reaction

[@bornvillain6819]

W

[@Lukos0036]

A kangaroo court is a trial where the outcome is already decided before it starts. And the head bob thing I feel like is where you are running head long into the biggest musical culture shock of stepping outside of hip hop. The beats in a lot of rock/metal will switch up. Time signatures, especially with bands like Tool and Meshuggah rarely stick to a simple 4/4. They have movements where the entire nature of the song switches up then doubles back on it's self, then breaks down to do it all over again. It keeps the music from being repetitive and predictable.

[@NightBL00D_]

I have a feeling he just isn’t accustomed to the time signature changes. It was a shock to me at first. The Pot is likely their most basic time sig, mostly 4/4. Tools music is about the journey. My recs: The Grudge, Lateralus (my fave riff ever), Pneuma (especially drum cam), Vicarios, Jambi, 46 and 2. There are so many. #toolarmy

[@Sanjayadhikari1]

I mostly agree with you, but there’s something about head bobbing that’s just innate and organic. It immediately endears the song you are listening too. For example, Gavin Harrison could run circles around most (even progressive) drummers. His time signatures are as complex as they can get, but, and it’s a big BUT, you can Bob your head to most of his stuff hehe just my 2 cents 🙂

[@TGIFrank]

@@Sanjayadhikari1 I agree that drumming you can bop your head and vibe to is great in and of itself, but music that keeps you guessing is definitely a lot of fun for people who feel like they've heard it all before. It's kind of like the difference between simple poppy sing-along lyrics and complex rhyme schemes that require a little more attention.

[@fradiangue2793]

Actually, Meshuggah's songs are mostly 4/4. Like 90% of the time

[@nyxs1s266]

Yeah we have a few of those going on right now.

[@kenwelch198]

Vicarious off the same album is phenomenal as well. The bass line on this song is crazy.

[@brandontwohawks]

New favorite reaction channel. Dude, keep up with NOT liking what you don't like.... the lack of fakeness is very, very refreshing. Follow what you do like, don't pretend to like what you don't, and you gonna go FAR. Great stuff.

[@Xanderj89]

I feel like that’s exactly what I would want as a band too, to hear what people do and don’t like and take in that data vs someone just being “yeah it’s fine” and not really saying shit

[@acheronus1998]

Love how this dude just gets into the music and bangs that head....oblivious to the audience...caught up in the moment...the perfect reaction to a Tool song 🤟

[@prateek752]

It is a primal display of honesty

[@jtraybourn1160]

Aenema would be a great song for your next Tool reaction. His lyrics pull no punches of what he thinks of L.A.

[@Vladdamyre]

That song was inspired by Bill Hicks, a Comedian they actually dedicated the whole album to and use parts of his set from on the song Third Eye.

[@styleyriley]

Greatest diss track in metal.

[@KyleKalevra]

Imo, the heaviest, most raw, rollercoaster in rock history. One of the best songs ever written. Ever.

[@mitchelltyler5972]

learn to swim

[@enjoybrad81]

@@KyleKalevra I bought this album on my family's trip to Texas when I was like 16 or 17 and listened to this album the entire trip. Any chance I could. Aenema the song was like a lightbulb moment for me. It alone opened my mind like a psychedelic would, years later. So epic and beautiful and thought provoking.

[@3peckeredgoat735]

TOOL's music is all over the pace, it's impossible to label them and that's what makes them so appealing.

[@TheCompleteSpectrum]

Fun fact...tool guitarist Adam Jones and Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello were buddies from high school... and more than that, at one point Morello was deciding between Maynard and Zach as their singer. That decision worked out good for the world in the end, cuz it gave us two amazing bands.

[@k.h.1587]

Maynard has a cameo on the first album

[@enjoybrad81]

Almost like it was meant to be.

[@Loquaria]

Vicarious by Tool was the song of theirs that threw me down their rabbit hole. I had heard their popular songs as a kid and liked them ok but never really thought about them again. Then I heard Vicarious as an adult with life experience. It blew my mind. I had to go find the lyrics to read the rest of that message, because what I did hear and understand was scathingly honest and true!

[@mattnoonan6519]

Also, Maynard sang on a Rage Against the Machine song called “Know Your Enemy” from their 1992 album, and it is an absolute BANGER. He did a song with the Deftones called Passenger that people go crazy for.

[@PongGod]

I'm a big fan of TOOL, but I've never understood the appeal of Passenger. Maybe I need to listen to it more to see whether it grows on me.

[@mattnoonan6519]

@@PongGod yeah, I don’t particularly care for Passenger, but I think because it’s Maynard and the Deftones, it crosses genres.

[@johnnyb6067]

@@PongGod probably because Deftones are absolute crap.

[@PongGod]

@@johnnyb6067 I've listened to a few of their songs and haven't yet found any that interested me much.

[@barrybarry8564]

@@PongGod I finally KIND OF like it after like the 10th listen lmao. The chorus is too simple and not that great, I think thats the problem.

[@rsbdotexe]

Going from Schism reaction to this

[@Camille4Real]

Okay so... I officially need "Tha f*ck is THIS!?" merch, lol. Specifically on a mug please 🤣

[@harrichun]

Yes!!!!

[@eliezersosa6673]

Yes!!!

[@ashleyoliver]

I’ve seen Tool 3 times in concert and they never disappoint. All members are some of the best. Maynard’s voice is so unique and recognizable. One of my favorite bands of all time!

[@TheClayCoKid]

You should have started out with The Pot. Its the gateway drug to Tool. Schism is like dropping off a grade school kid in a Calculus class. You are into the lyrics and the change ups you will dig it. You cant do the head bob because they change time signatures all the time. And also Maynard is the frontman for 2 other bands and they each have 4 or 5 albums.

[@AuspexAO]

Ha ha ha, I love this comment because it reminds me of my favorite TV show The Venture Bros. when a father is trying to introduce his son to prog rock and he's like "whoa, no King Crimson. You're not ready for that yet" lol.

[@thezryah9448]

@@AuspexAO End of your comment made me choke on my coffee god damn you lmfao.

[@MonkeeKnucklez2]

It’s like getting into Radiohead by way of Pyramid Song. It’s not a bad song, but it is not a good representation of the catalog.

[@rojulive]

You're not wrong. But he should listen to hooker with a penis. Just sayin. It's about a fan interaction. Rob would love it.

[@Andrew-xj2cy]

Tool is a very instrumental band and the lyrics are well thought out. I’ve listened to them for years one of my favorite songs is right in two.

[@spiderbass65]

Schism is an awesome tune, just takes a few listens. Their times are weird, not always a typical 4/4. Give it a chance, trust me, some of the best music gets better with each listen.

[@boogalo781]

They do a bunch of stuff with the fibonacci sequence too. Definitely adds more layers than just words

[@jeremytinley7484]

"Which time signature is this in?" "All of them."

[@asianmanfromasia]

I love the lyrics of Schism

[@JessesanMan]

@@boogalo781 I think you're thinking of Lateralus

[@boogalo781]

@@JessesanMan that's the song I had in mind

[@ScottZibin]

Tool is so unique, I'm 49 and will always love them... I saw you in the trance that every fan gets watching this review, you are a fan now!!!

[@dn2784]

Glad you like it Rob! Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer are all fronted by Maynard. All different sounds, but collectively the best bands ever!!

[@MasterMITSURUGI]

Oh he would dig A Perfect Circle as well.

[@jeffus]

I prefer Puscifer over A Perfect Circle; it’s more straightforward rock and fun.

[@dn2784]

@@jeffus yeah I like that there is no particular sound they have it’s just whatever floats their boats at that period and time of making songs.

[@JustinSeara]

A Perfect Circle is so good, took me years to realize it was fronted by Maynard

[@TheRoyalArmyOfOz]

I feel so validated. Everything I love, you have loved. Everything I hate, you have hated lol. This is my favorite Tool song of all time. I’m not really a fan of the band in general but this song slayed me and it’s on my playlists regularly almost 20 years later.

[@conliffeiain]

The song that put them on the map back in the day is Sober from the Undertow album. If you want to do another Tool song, do that one, and watch the music video.

[@tarajonesanne]

I literally subscribed just to get this “stinkfist” listened to…. Been a girl from that time this was everyone’s song and what got them out and there PERIOD!!!! The original shit let’s gooooooo

[@AlabasterJazz]

Tool is one of the few bands where it really helps to go in order. Start from the beginning and work your way through. Their whole jive is about cycles of growth, relapse, and rebirth. You miss a lot by jumping around

[@thezryah9448]

This right here. This is a very good footnote for ANYONE getting into Tool.

[@THG-3141]

I have yet to see a more accurate description of their music. You can't appreciate Schism without everything that comes before it

[@rishg134]

Or at least go album by album. Might be better to draw someone in with “The Pot” and 10,000 Days and either jump to Fear Innoculum or work back to Lateralus then Aenima etc

[@cultivatinggrace]

Absolutely agree!

[@ssmith4860]

Kangaroo court - the result is inevitable - decided before a jury even heard the facts.

[@kellyhassall1028]

Def check out the live version of Pneuma. Danny’s drum kit will blow your mind. Total GOAT drummer.

[@brassmonke303]

the pot is where most people start their tool journey. another starter for a lot of people is danny carey pneuma drum cam, it’ll give you a better appreciation for the complexity that these guys put into their music. tool for many is definitely a grower band, you can’t just drop in and like a bunch of their songs. listen to your commenters recommendations cause they will guide you down your tool journey should you take it!! schism is their top song on spotify for a reason! these guys put real soul and spirit into their music and not just through the vocals

[@hoodiejalen366]

💯

[@Reineerus_The_Rat]

I started my journey through Vicarious, as my dad was learning it on guitar, now I seek to learn it on bass

[@saurophaganax_0]

you honest. This was so fun and interesting to watch, hear your commentary

[@singleguyfood]

Bro, you're like one of 8 people on earth that can knod their head to an entire Tool song without getting lost.

[@SilverFlame819]

You enjoying this one has me rolling. This is why your reaction to Schism was so hilarious to everyone, because Tool truly has some crazy, amazing music. But yeah, it's way different.

[@crazydrummer181]

So glad you gave them another chance. The ultimate diss track is Aenima. You gotta check that out for real

[@brandontwohawks]

I agree with the Aenima call, so good.

[@bearpaw7007]

Agreed. Aenima is a perfect song

[@kasheppard503]

I'd actually say HWAP is their ultimate diss track...lol

[@Loquaria]

Yeah HWAP disses Hard! So too does Anima though.... it's tough to say which burns hotter.

[@kaytee6353]

10,000 Days is a good album to meet Tool with. Jambi, The Pot, Vicarious excellent for interesting beats and Maynard's lyrics are always quality.

[@makaab]

honestly my first album was Aenima. i always thought it was a great introduction to actually diving in. I mean i had heard undertow prior, but only bits and pieces. and none of opiate at that point

[@LookyLoon]

If you want more Maynard Keenan try one of his other bands. A Perfect Circle. Start with the song "Judith". Young woman named Paz Lenchantin lays down one of the best bass tracks I have ever heard in this song

[@CactusPiper]

Agree with this 100%. Please do a reaction video for this!!

[@lisajohnson521]

Fun Fact about Tool's guitarist Adam Jones: Jones was offered a film scholarship but declined and chose to move to Los Angeles to study art and sculpture. His interest shifted to film, and he began to work as a sculptor and special effects designer, where he learned the stop motion camera techniques he would later apply in Tool's music videos, such as "Sober", "Prison Sex", "Stinkfist", "Ænema", "Schism", "Parabola", and "Vicarious". He graduated in 1987. After graduation, he went to work at Rick Lazzarini's Character Shop. During the next two years, he worked on the TV show Monsters. He designed and fabricated a Grim Reaper makeup and a zombie head on a spike (later used in Ghostbusters II) among others. After that, he went to Stan Winston's special effects workshop, where he worked on Predator 2, sculpting a unique-looking skull for the Predator's spaceship interior. Jones worked on several other films in Hollywood doing makeup and set design, including Jurassic Park, Batman Returns, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Dances with Wolves, and Ghostbusters II. He did the "Freddy Krueger in the womb" makeup for A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child, as well as work for A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master. He also worked on commercials for salad dressing (never aired), Olympic Paints & Stains (Albert Einstein makeup), and Duracell (boxers and taxicabs).

[@TheImage3320]

TOOL IS DEM BOYZ... Each of the 4 is super talented at their job. They put more into every song than most can get on a double album.

[@markshaffer6447]

RIP Jay Briscoe

[@Naigung]

Tool is one of the few bands I listen to regularly that can still give chills when I needed to hear the song.

[@ricardosaenz569]

Tool also has arguably the best drummer alive in Danny Carry. The band is very impressive. seems like they are always doing new invective things. The more i learned about music theory the more impressive they became. As far as comments about their lyrics; when they were starting out the would refuse to put lyrics in the info sleeve of the CD, which a lot of bands did, because they didn't want the lyrics to ruin anyone's individual emotional response to the music as a whole. Or at least thats what ive always heard

[@idrinkdiesel8451]

please, please, PLEASE react to their songs in somewhat of a chronological order (at least on camera), then revisit Schism once you get to that album.

[@시우시우-g8n]

I second this. They are definitely one of the bands where going in order is key, especially if you're new to rock or prog rock in general, otherwise you're going to get very confused and not understand how their music works. Tool albums also work best when played from start to finish. Jumping around can really mess with the flow, heck some if their songs are literally meant to be played back to back. Us Tool fans will be happy to guide you on your journey. Just hit us up. Definitely please do go back to Schism in the future. It's a masterpiece of a song and your ears simply weren't ready for such a complex prog song. I think you'll end up loving it once you've explored Tool some more.

[@micahyahr]

You should see Tool live, best concert I've even seen hands down.

[@Nbreeniverse]

Rob! If you do more Tool and want something with some biting lyrics, I recommend "Aenema" "Hooker With A P****" or "Ticks and Leeches" (though that one has an extended "jam" you might not dig) IF you want to have your MIND BLOWN, "Lateralus" or "The Grudge" And if you want to take a deep dive, do "Parabol" and "Parabola" back to back.

[@charmpitz]

I totally second the parabol/parabola combo. I’d also love to see a Rosetta Stoned reaction

[@jonathanmoon86]

Hooker with a penis is a bad ass song

[@echorunningwolf9555]

I was lucky enough to see Tool live in Sacramento circa...2002 ish. H is my favorite song and when he hit that "I don't Miiiiiiinnnnd" and all the instrumentation cut out....man. When I tell you I felt that in my BONE MARROW! I literally wept. Like my body couldn't handle whatever freaking vibration he was sending out....for real. Core memory. Check out H ❤

[@nauga2295]

This is progressive metal (Style of music). Check out the drum cam Of Danny Carey doing the song Pneuma.

[@soul-software-survivor]

I don’t think he’d like that one since it’s a little bit more ambient and not as bop-worthy. I love the song, but judging from his Schism reaction, he ain’t gonna like it (at least not yet).

[@stambo1983]

Personally, I would call them progressive heavy rock. They seem out of place when compared to "typical" prog metal bands. But what genres but a bunch of made up words anyway lol

[@cliffsharp1771]

I love the immediate turn around on tool! Lol the honesty is palpable. Love these reactions! I'm watching all of these.

[@mrrooster4876]

Tool is one of the greatest bands of all time, hands down. They're easily top 3 in terms of talent and catalog.

[@tnightwolf]

EZ Top 10!❤

[@wichitadisciple9874]

@@tnightwolf #1

[@GoodsEnuff]

Agreed. I’ve seen them 10 times ( I’m kinda a huge fan) they are ridiculously good. Live performances are incredible.

[@rockstardeath8558]

A longer tool song that cooks is "Aenima" (Edit: Most Prog Rock *doesn't* sound like tool... honestly, no one else really sounds like tool)

[@soul-software-survivor]

Tool is one of a kind. There isn’t really any other band like them, unfortunately. They’re my all time favorite band.

[@makebadchoices]

they are the pink floyd of metal

[@soul-software-survivor]

@@makebadchoices Exactly!

[@DIGMyers]

Tool was actually influenced by King Crimson which was an earlier progressive rock band. Tool made it a little heavier though.

[@TheEMFB]

Look up Rishloo, Porcupine Tree, and The Pineapple Thief. Just a few bands that sound a lot like Tool. 🍻

[@julekio9466]

You should listen to the mars volta if you havent its prog metal like tool

[@shawnforeman6484]

The outro made me so happy -- the eagerness to listen to more. Tool songs put you into a different head space. Schism is great if you give it a more critical listen -- the time signatures are weird, but when you pick them up, it's stunning.

[@abimyers2446]

As others have said, Schism was not a great one to start with, The Pot is much more "accessible". As you mentioned, they are a really unique band, and use such crazy time signatures that even classical musicians can't figure it out 🤣🤣. Again as others have said Vicarious would be a good one to go for next; I was going to suggest Sober, and working you way through chronologically is good because they do get more complex as they mature on the whole. Enjoy the ride! 🖤🖤

[@kristideeley]

I do Sober at karaoke when I'm not in the best of moods and it leaves me and the whole room crying in our drinks every time 🖤🖤🖤

[@Rayvn7]

...How? Schism is much more of a "normal" or "standard" song, and has good melodic emotion as well. Whereas "The Pot" is pretty "straight" and "hard" in comparison. That's like saying someone who doesn't like metal should listen to Load before The Black Album lol. Quite an insane claim! Just because this one single individual liked the worse and more snoring song better then a good song doesn't mean that it is somehow "more accessible" when it literally doesn't even have a single melodic part and when the lyrics are incredibly non-metaphotocal even!

[@Jjoker74]

Every part of this band is exceptional. They ARE unique, nobody else like them. Gotta try 46 and 2 next, and definitely Pneuma (Danny Carey drum cam)! Talk about fire 🔥

[@theamaranththeory]

Highly recommend having the lyrics up. Adds so much more depth to the journey. Maynard is both an instrument and a guide through the song. Embrace it, and you'll have a band that gives you more every time you listen.

[@claribellada3048]

I love your reaction so much. Tool is my favourite band and is so excited to see someone who enjoy at this point this kind of music

[@peterharoldhopesesq]

You should check out 'one armed scissor ' by 'at the drive in'. This has got your lyrics and musical switches that you are into.

[@uclafan80]

He ain't ready for that tune lol

[@LudusAurea]

Relationship of command is a great album

[@fbmbassist]

You're bringing me back to the best of times that fueled me to start playing music. Back when real music was on real radio!!

[@VonXdecimo]

If lyrics are important for you, 'Vicarious' and '10,000 Days' have some very heavy undertones, but 10,000 days def one of those that takes long to build up. Also Maynard sings for A perfect Circle, and I would recommend Pet and The Noose from that band. Hopefully you will get to other bands like Disturbed, Slipknot, Korn, Tenacious D, and much more cause I would love to see what you think of their music.

[@myname5918]

If he couldn’t handle Schism there’s no chance he could handle 10000 days at this point. He needs a Tool frame of reference before going there.

[@TheSmlnBndt78]

I love that you're doing this series. Your reactions are exactly the reason why I never restrict myself to one style of music. There so much good to be had in every genre. Keep it going!

[@mattatsu]

I’d recommend checking out “Vicarious”. A slightly different style than The Pot but on the same album, and it’s my 2nd favourite Tool song (this being the first)

[@Sandslash19]

Crazy. Schism is one of favorite songs of all time.🤣

[@richardpozyczka6047]

Tool stuff can be very varied and quite challenging musically. I think "the pot"is one most people appreciate right away. Glad you liked, I think they're one of the most interesting bands still playing out there, so unique. Vicarious next, definately 🤟🤟

[@eward5572]

And sober. If ur going thru addiction that mf will put a tear in ur eye

[@EvilMonkey7818]

I've seen people react to Tool and ask "what time signature is that?" Simple. All of them.

[@alfonsorodriguez1764]

There is nothing quite like Tool. Top of their game musicians with great lyrics and vocals from the one and only MJK. There are so many songs that many of us Tool fans can recommend. That said, listen to the lyrics of each song and let the music take you on a ride. Enjoy brotha because there's a pretty good chance you're gonna go down the rabbit hole lol

[@TheHellRanger]

i see you banging your head to them polyrythms man! Keep at it! love your authentic reactions.

[@traviskuebler4804]

Most of Maynards lyrics are phenomenal. Schism is a good tune just give it a listen after you've heard a few other tool songs. Aenima if you want some crazy lyric content.

[@samlarson1028]

Try Sober

[@WhyAreWeAwake]

Oh, hell yeah! Great rec! I honestly didn't think he would be into any Tool after that first reaction. Great time!

[@MatthewGulley]

Definitely give Lateralus a listen incredible breakdown towards the end and the Bass player goes off. Absolute GOLD

[@afterlifeavenger]

Interesting fact, Maynard James Keenan, the vocalist for Tool, also collab'd on a track with RATM on their debut album, which is a song I'd put on the listen list if you haven't already. The track is called "Know Your Enemy"

[@jamiseverstad2185]

Came here to say this. It's such a killer song. Two of the best bands, and those talented folks had connections despite differing genres, cross-pollination at its best. Both really made the 90s for me.

[@Witch_titz]

Tool is a music experience and that what sets them apart imo. You go on a journey and it is magical and haunting all at once.

[@darthtraya8305]

I’ve seen Perfect Circle live. They sound as good in person as on the Album. Maynard is an amazing singer. Also, give Sober a listen.

[@toddfather1971]

I don't know why but this song's sounds so good on your system. So much better than I ever hear it on anyone else's. And I listen to this song all the time

[@mournwood]

Progressive rock/metal oversimplified: they fit in the constellation of metal bands, but they're the sort of group that is always sailing out in uncharted waters, pushing out the edges of the map. They play around with time signature, rhythm, instrumentation, lyrics and vocals to do neat and weird things. Personally, I think of them as a metal parallel to bands like Rush and Yes. It is a band where every single member is an absolute master of their instrument, with vocals and lyrics to match. In a way it's like watching a master chef at work; what they put on your plate could be a new twist on something old, or something completely new, and it may not always be to your taste, but always interesting.

[@reaperbsc]

The "it's like watching a master at work" analogy is a perfect way to describe it. You may not always understand, but either way it's mesmerizing.

[@thewarhamster8139]

If he's getting into Prog and guitars, lets put a spin on the white people music series and introduce him to Animals As Leaders. Get some Tobin Abasi into his life!

[@Spasstiful]

​​@@thewarhamster8139 Not much into Animals as Leaders, but they sometimes appear in my shuffle and I can immediately tell it's them - quite a distinct sound they have.

[@pandabearlube5553]

I gotta say, I love your unbiased opinions and your deep appreciation for all things music.

[@blueeyedcowboy8291]

Maynard is a beast. Fronts 3 bands, and has a winery. Tool is an experience. They have evolved over the last 3 decades. Danny Carey is one of the best drummers of all time. Their sound is going to be very different depending on which album and which decade it's from. They have so many great songs, though.

[@stambo1983]

You forgot his BJJ gyms as well

[@TomZacchini]

A special place in my all time favourite songs of all times list. Thanks bro ans greetings from Germany ✌🏼

[@annaparsons4788]

Every Tool song is not for everybody...but there is a Tool song out there for everybody! Do What Thou Wilt, all you stars out there...

[@westcoastweird455]

This ❤👏

[@Itssimplyweird]

Tool is amazing its all about the experience. Its about slowing down and enjoying the total experience. Please continue the experience. I promise you will not regret it.

[@TheHiddenIsland-]

Hey Rob found your channel through your Chop Suey video and I just wanna say I really enjoy your reactions and your honest reviews. Was cool to see you give this song a chance and love it especially coming off of Schism. All the best man

[@DicebagDisco]

My guy! I'm sitting here watching this series back to back to back and I'm loving it! I gotta see you do Pressure by Skindred

[@jamesnewman9547]

This is probably the most accessible tool song. You should do more. I'm confident you'll even come around to schism again. It's somewhat difficult to get used to the odd time signatures and switch ups if you've not listened to alot of similar. I also love the lyrics of this one, so many double entendres

[@missmyoldhandle24]

happy to see you gave them another chance. like everyone else said, Schism is like just into the deep end having never touched water. "46 & 2" is pretty much a spiritual experience that transcends all other songs ever made in existence.

[@papazero]

The thing you seem to be most driven by is groove. Tool has a number of power groove tunes but they will often incorporate other. complex and nuanced techniques in their songwriting that imbue what you sort of described as a more cerebral experience. Measures in music will have count called a time signature and when that time signature is outside a four count it can be harder to feel the “natural flow” you’re used to... this doesn’t make it good or bad - just a different wavelength or feel. Progressive rock often does this. You might look up Tom Sawyer by Rush for a classic progressive rock tune with a cool groove and some odd time signatures. Another fun song with a cool groove and strange time signature is Never the Machine Forever by soundgarden. I think what you’re after is power groove. Check out Becoming by Pantera or for a hip hop collab - Just Another Victim by House Of Pain and Helmet. Another song by tool I’d recommend is hooker with a penis. I’m not sure you’ll like the music because it’s pretty hard but you’ll love the lyrics.

[@Lamren]

If he likes grooves, I'm really curious how he'd react to Gojira :D

[@randobit1]

Schism is easily one of my favorite tool songs ever! The lyrics are deep it's a song about a break up and the heartache of it

[@baconforce6616]

there's an old saying in the metal/rock circle "Tool is your favorite artist's favorite artist" they are pretty legendary and have arguably never released a bad record. they play with time signatures and polyrhythms (Danny Carey is the best drummer alive and its not close) like nobody else, Maynard's lyricism, vocal range and body of work (check out A Perfect Circle and Puscifer) is the stuff of myth. Adam Jones on guitar is always killer, and Justin Chancellor has some of my favorite bass-lines in all of rock music. the music they make is very nuanced and extremely hard to replicate but somehow still sounds incredible and often hits the mainstream whenever they come around to releasing new music. the only downside is that the fanbase can be pretty zealous and cringey at times - i would know, my Myspace page was clown-circus type shit lmao. keep up the videos Rob love seein you have fun listening to new shit. check out The Mars Volta if you wanna hear some more crazy experimental stuff that slaps for no reason. Cicatriz Esp is a great song

[@crazydrummer181]

Melvins are your artists favorite artists.

[@sc00b4s7eve]

Amazing reaction. Brain and Soul confusion is an incredible way to describe it. Early Tool was my High School days. This was way later and one of their best and most polished songs ever. I think this is around the time Rolling Stone had an article about how they are one of the last true Rock and Roll band left. The only band I’ve found that holds a candle is Mars Volta and they have TOTALLY different influences.

[@BrianKRoss101]

Tool will grow on you if you give them a chance. Fantastic musicianship and lyrical prowess, a band to experience with a great sound system or pair of cans.

[@TortoisePlanet1212]

RobTV really gets it man. Like, out of all the reactions for just any music in general, like he just gets it. Idk what it really is. But he just like has it.

[@nathancilley153]

It's called prog rock, or progressive rock but in my mind, they are their own genre. Most talented group, been that way for a long time.

[@Denny_Boi]

Some of their more ambient tracks are post-metal sounding. I've died on a hill saying that Ænima is a great post-metal album (I'm ready to fight)

[@nathancilley153]

My favorite album, by far

[@novembersun8102]

They are their own genre

[@lmkeniston216]

Ok great reaction. Do Jambi next please. Or Ænima. Anyhow, this & your rage reactions = subbed 🤘

[@victoraguilar4085]

schism is a really amazing song, for someone who’s used to tool, it’s a bit more complex side of grooves cause it’s meant to throw u off with the off beat rhythms

[@SteveO3232]

I think the title of the song “the pot” goes to the saying “the pot calling the kettle black”

[@SparkimusPrime]

Happy you enjoyed this one. And finished it lol 🖤

[@HollywoodRobTV]

Lol me too 🙏🏾

[@pedalist49]

Bro, the singer from this band was singing with rage against the machine in "Know Your Enemy".

[@zburnham]

Tool can be a tough listen, especially the first time when the boys are throwing all this shit at you at supersonic speeds. I have to confess that I still haven't wrapped my head around their latest, "Fear Inoculum". I think I have a (very) minor sensory processing disorder and if shit gets too complicated it just sounds like noise. I've been listening to Tool since "Undertow" and I still find new stuff every time I listen to these.

[@ilikeutubejustfine]

Fear Inoculum improves with each listen.

[@zburnham]

@@ilikeutubejustfine It's intimidating, and I've also got poor short term memory from an injury. Haven't quite wrapped my head around it yet .

[@ilikeutubejustfine]

@@zburnham that makes sense. I loved learning the drum parts to the album. It took me so many listens to figure out the timing but now that I do know the songs, it's obvious that the album is a work of art.

[@John_in_SoDak]

This reaction has 71k views on it and I think it should be 10 times that. great video😀!