BEAUTIFULLY COMPLEX!! First Time Reaction to Tool - "Forty Six & 2"

[@billpimentel-vm6cu]

Tool is not a band ,they’re an experience.

[@seandobson6221]

One does not simply)lay listen to Tool you experience Tool. I say the same about groups like Floyd and Moody Blues. It’s an adventure

[@christoffsimply3179]

I been hearing people say this for years. But truthfully, because they find genius ways to lose your ability to count timings to their songs (without insane effort), you just stop trying and go along for whatever they're doing. The math works out, you can trust that and forget "where the 1 is" to their stuff. Yeah, it's different than nearly anything else ever written.

[@GeneraleLee01]

Soooooo TRUE!!! ❤️

[@rcoopr66]

I would say it’s a spiritual experience! I get chills when I listen to Tool! It’s so beautiful it makes me feel emotional. It invades my soul and my being. It’s almost enough to bring you to tears through the pure joy of the experience. I know that some may think that is over the top. I don’t care! I feel the music. Tool is a once in a lifetime musical experience! There has never been anyone like them. EVER! I feel blessed to be able to be alive to listen to them.

[@billpimentel-vm6cu]

@@rcoopr66. 100% agree with you

[@trythis5627]

Yeah "Pneuma" Live concert is directly focused on the Drummer Danny Carey, this man is a magician, mind blowing performence.

[@ssacra22]

The Tool Rabbit Hole is DEEP. One of the most inventive and clever bands of the past 40 years IMO.

[@nathanielhorrigan2181]

It’s not really an opinion at this point. It’s a fact. They’re brilliant

[@RunawayOcelot]

One could just say, "Ever

[@g54b95]

See also: Taylor Swift. 😃 😂 🤣 LMFAO

[@scottspears9347]

Or maybe of all time

[@ssacra22]

@@scottspears9347 Certainly would be in the conversation.

[@captainfrakass6288]

“Pneuma” live from Tool, the video for Vic Firth, is just incredible

[@ragefanjr]

Have to agree 110%. If you're curious how Drums are SUPPOSED to be played - cream of the crop there! Pneuma Drumcam!

[@frankmontes9139]

I was just going to suggest that song with Danny Carey's drum cam

[@SteveHodge]

Yes, this one please. Exact name of the video is: "Danny Carey | "Pneuma" by Tool (LIVE IN CONCERT)"

[@g54b95]

THIS

[@josephbond8280]

Danny is a drum God.

[@chadwilson2176]

A Tool concert is a spiritual experience.

[@bcauley74]

Seen them 6 times! Amen

[@C-Mack]

OH, you should definitely check out the O'keefe kids cover of this song!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4qufamPfNaUeZI

[@alvaro6522]

Ohhh!! Yees, please!!!

[@SoCalMeerkat]

Those kids killed it!!! I can't stop grinning when I listen to it.

[@sharkdog111]

Agreed. Makes me tear up every time. Those kids have so much talent.

[@aahh6914]

I literally came here to post the same thing. This cover is and always shall remain unbeaten in sheer excellence.

[@546Scott]

Absolutely!! So much great music came out of the school with all those kids!!

[@markbennett2284]

The only way I can describe them is the metal version of Floyd, absolutely amazing.

[@vitalyromas6752]

"Schism" one of the most interesting Tool songs, it would be great to see your reaction.

[@enlightendbel]

I've enjoyed Tool for a long ass time and what gives me my Tool kick these days, aside their music, is watching KZbin videos, not of reactors experiencing Tool for the first time, but young musicians performing Tool songs. The O'Keefe Foundation kids did a fantastic rendition of "46 and 2" and Sober (among many great songs from other great artists) and there's plenty other videos where kids take a go at playing Tool songs. On top of that, you Have Danny Carey having several videos floating around KZbin where he either joins kids in their band practice or performs live with them. Tool is probably going to be around releasing new songs for a while yet, but we can be assured that their music has carried over generations and the Tool influence is going to give us better music going forward.

[@ADVTelluride]

My first of many Tool concerts was 1992 in Portland Oregon. EVERYONE misses most everything during the first listen to any Tool song. Every following listen peels back more layers. Just enjoy the ride.

[@alancrofoot]

There's a video on YT of group of school kids playing this and it is mind blowing, they were just kids. It's called 'Kids Cover 46 and 2 by Tool / O'Keefe Music Foundation'. You really need to watch the video. They forgo the long intro and get straight into the meat of the song. You'll love the one kid that looks to be 9 or 10 yrs old and the lead singer can't be more than 12! Her voice will send chills down your spine and your jaw will be back on the floor. They were scary good.

[@Carneyar_the_Druid]

Kala Rose, the singer in the cover has her own band now: Saving Escape. Also, she sang in another great covers, like 'Pull Me Under' from Dream Theater, 'The Pot' & 'Sober' from Tool at O'Keefe.

[@subjekt221]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4qufamPfNaUeZIsi=0AqLLzDgnV5SOJfm The link btw. Actually really good.

[@andy1982222]

It’s epic

[@wigzynz]

I concur. Definitely worth a watch & the drummer is just a beast. We need to see the reaction to.

[@MrStallion0013]

Just ride the bass and the whole song will come together. Most tool songs are built around the bass.

[@ethanburgess3475]

Chancellor is a god

[@snarkyguy2657]

The way that Justin & Danny take turns being the rhythm of a song to allow each to have their solos in a song is why they're so special. The only comparison I have for it is in really good Jazz.

[@ethanburgess3475]

@@snarkyguy2657 also my other favorite and best band ever, Rush, do that as well. Tool had so much influence from them it’s crazy, geddy and Justin have the same tone and playing style. Danny and Neil love off time and polyrhythms. Adam and Alex have similar guitar tones.

[@joespradley2323]

Two reactions are a must now: Danny Carey’s drum cam of “Pneuma” and “46 & 2” cover by kids O’Keefe Foundation. Love Tool! Thanks for reacting🙏🏼 You’ll be blown away by both of these and huge views lol. Tool Army Rocks!!

[@smackthatfemale]

The auto tune on that kids voice killed that video so bad for me

[@rcoopr66]

One of my favorite bands ever! One of my favorite drummers ever! They are masterful musicians! You could analyze one song for days! The composition is so complex. The time signature changes are sublime. There is a reason why we must wait with bated breath for years for a new Tool album. They strive for perfection in every song. Good is never good enough for these guys! They are one of the most technically proficient bands I have ever heard. The skill & precision of the entire band is mind blowing! I could listen to Tool every day for the rest of my life and I wouldn’t ever get tired of it. Every song is a master class. I love this band so much. People who don’t know the band are missing out on the Mozarts of Rock music. 🤯

[@crockwell1966]

Tool gets people fired up...and even cats 😎

[@chriswebb7822]

At least 2 of mine are in here when I'm listening to them, every time!

[@mattfuss1808]

Tool's artisty & composition are unlike almost any other. You always state your thoughts so eloquently! They are a top 5 favorite musical artist for me for sure. They take so many years between albums & you can hear why. They are perfectionists. You can hear literally hear the detail in their music. Great reaction!

[@hognaut]

What makes Tool one of my favourite bands is all the twists and turns in a single track, one minute it's peaceful the next minute it's all out war and grabbing you by the nuts, so clever, so unique, so complex, so bloody marvellous. Spot on analysis, good on you flower 👌

[@nivekrellim6008]

My favorite thing about Tool. I have been listening to Tool for a few decades now, and I keep finding some small thing that I appreciate each time. It actually never gets old.

[@Mojeinspiracje]

a perfect circle -" orestes " live at red rock. Maynard's amazing vocals, the entire MER DE NOMS" album is beautiful.

[@bmo8272]

Agreed

[@mattcavanagh5701]

“The grudge” if you haven’t heard it yet! Maynard has a very good spotlight moment on vocals. It’s impossible to miss

[@Saul.2910]

Every song from “Aenima” is incredible

[@enigmatic_soul9112]

46 and 2 is referring to the next evolution of humans

[@renoverant6510]

It’s a reference to the evolution of human DNA

[@williamjensen5683]

Its so fun watching someone discover Tool

[@whizee6626]

I would encourage you to check The Grudge next , danny's drumming on this one is soo good , you'll love it ❤

[@zackkullis5555]

Such a brilliant song- lyrically and musically. Their polyrhythmic tendencies make for insane ear candy. Nothing Tool does is haphazard. It’s completely devoid of any filler material. Everything is carefully orchestrated and the way we all respond to it, whether physically or otherwise, and our reactions are proof.

[@zackkullis5555]

The cats are adorable, BTW

[@jamesstevens4795]

Tool is its own genre

[@Silence_Duder_Gooder]

Absolutely.

[@anthonyguilford6563]

Tool has been in my life for 30 years, and they are always awesome

[@TonyBudenz]

Absolutely one of my favorite songs. I am here 5 minutes after you posted so I can't wait to dig in and watch!

[@cowboymouth6429]

You done went and done it now...Tool has quite a rabbit hole. 🔥👍

[@teddyshrader8037]

Howdy Stacey😊 Since your listening to 46and2 i suggest you check out a Cover of this song: kids cover 46 and 2 by tool/O'keefe music foundation 👍 Have a Good one hun 😉

[@saracee313]

No one in this band ever 'phones it in' - they are all just world-class, and it's such a pleasure to listen to. It's funny you said they're satisfying because I feel that way too.

[@mikakinos4546]

Maynard Keenan the singer of Tool has other bands named Puscifer and A Perfect Circle also. These are my 3 favourite bands

[@susiejo143]

Best band ever IMO immaculate and thought provoking while hard/soft in beautifully placed places❤my band since 93🥰

[@martinkassuba8451]

Tool plays 3or4 different rhytms at the same Time. Thats the most amazing Thing.👍

[@DerekPower]

One of the bands Tool has cited as deep inspiration/influence was King Crimson, particularly what is sometimes called Mark 3 or the "1980s version". Discipline is the first album of that era and arguably the best. "Elephant Man" and "Frame by Frame" are good cuts to start (personal favourite is "Indiscipline").

[@C-Mack]

The intro to your videos always reminds me of; 'Cause I'm a picker, I'm a grinner I'm a lover and I'm a sinner I play my music in the sun I'm a joker, I'm a smoker I'm a midnight toker I sure don't want to hurt no one I'm a picker, I'm a grinner I'm a lover and I'm a sinner I play my music in the sun I'm a joker, I'm a smoker I'm a midnight toker I get my lovin' on the run

[@saga1ism]

Dont worry. The one things that Tool wants for the listener is to feel and interpret. Technically they're highest level. But the feeling is what they are going for. What did you Feel when you listened to 46&two? Keep listening 🎧 🌀 🌀 Spiral Out 🌀🌀

[@notimportant3686]

they are not the highest level technically because there are many far more advanced guitarists, but they are tremendous in their own right and we don't need hyperbole

[@saga1ism]

@@notimportant3686 Ok that's fair. Very high level but not the bestest. Point I was making is that nobody makes you FEEL like Tool does. That's where they stand, without hyperbole at the pinnacle.

[@Jjoker74]

We've just witnessed multiple eargasms, Stacey. This is my favorite TOOL song. This band is like no other, so amazing!

[@duhderpiederpduh]

A heavy song about change.... and whatnot !! Best description of this song ever !!

[@ryancomeaux1798]

That was great! Tool is mastery of music. Luv watching people feel it the first time!!

[@miked582]

You need to hear the kid's cover version of this. They rock it!

[@cmanayf4354]

Love this reaction Stacey! This song surprises one several times. I really like this band a lot. Thanks! Love the David Gilmour shirt.😊

[@dougc9130]

"Tool, it satisfies your soul" This is truth.

[@Nathan_scott_phillips2323]

Soul splootch.

[@crayb420]

Every song is my favorite, used to be this song lol everything is like a movie from the opening to the climax to the finale that brings it round full circle

[@shegocrazy]

TOOL is one of those rare bands where every member is a genius. No weak links. Zepp and Floyd are the same.

[@Jjoker74]

100% accurate statement

[@marmarsmandalas]

TOOL will get into your soul. They’ll evoke emotions you didn’t even know you had lol. Life changing music. Masters at their craft. TOOL Army forever❤❤❤❤

[@tonysoto8949]

Right In Two would be a good track to follow this masterpiece. Another thought provoking song that is well another TOOL masterpiece

[@PML78]

I second this request 🤘🏽

[@MrDarkwing78]

All those in favour say aye… “AYE!”

[@bmo8272]

This entire album was great

[@destination-nn1zq]

your doing a great job in your analysis of tools music stacey........ for someone that is not a musician you are picking up all the right nuance that make tool the heavy weights of modern music ❤

[@jimtatro6550]

If Rush and Metallica had a baby it would be Tool👍

[@nutrybe]

And King Crimson was standing in the corner watching. J/K...but really... 🤪

[@AgunziLFC]

This and Sober are my 2 fav Tool songs.

[@alexharbison4411]

Nice reaction. Nice reaction. One thing I like about tool is how well they incorporate the riff into the melody. A little tidbit, they never put lyrics in their CD 's. They think reading is a thinking process and they want fans to feel the music first. They believe that reading lyrics while listening and just listening invokes different feelings and responses.

[@toolshed7652]

Yeeessss! I love it... If you get a chance definitely go see them live, it's an amazing experience. The drummer, Danny Carey might be the best drummer on the planet. Can't wait for the next one! ♥

[@dachannien]

Lots of great suggestions in other comments for ways to branch out into more Tool. I highly recommend those as well! But let me add one: 10000 Days / Wings for Marie Parts I and II (listen to these back to back for full effect). Maynard's mom suffered a stroke when he was younger, and she was permanently disabled as a result for close to 30 years after. These songs were Maynard's way of coming to terms as a staunch atheist with his mom maintaining her faith to the end, and with the people in her church who were utter hypocrites in his view. Knowing that bit about his life, and knowing how intensely personal these two songs are to him, I can only tell you that there is a moment that brings me to tears every single time - perhaps surprising coming from a band like Tool, but there it is.

[@JB-qv9kl]

Being overwhelmed initially is what makes every TOOL song new every listen, for years and decades to come. This doesn't even touch on the esoteric architecture of their albums. They truly are a stand alone force in uncountable ways. The more you dig, the more there is to uncover. No end, just ever-growing beauty that ultimately points to the perfection of God's Creation.

[@H46_2]

Eulogy, H, The Patient, Vicarious, Push it - Salival version, Lateralus are just a few of their great songs. They don't cut 2 min pop singles, so not much radio play, but a great album band that sellout arenas all over the world.

[@GangGreen80]

My all time favorite tool song. Saw them back in January at MSG. They closed with this and I went nuts

[@specialed36ify]

My favorite Tool song. Blows me away every time I listen to it too!

[@AftershkPlus]

Glad you are hearing Tool. Quite possibly the best band that's ever existed.

[@laeonflux]

Tool live is indeed one of the most amazing experiences I've ever witnessed. Musical therapy, astral traveling, sonic chiropractic. You'd be surprised at how many Tool haters there is though. People who say they're boring and uninteresting, but most people saying that are usually the boring, uninteresting ones who just hop on the Tool hate bandwagon to get some attention. Tool fans can be very obnoxious people sometimes though but if you just focus on the music and the quality and the message between the lines, Tool is an unbeatable band.

[@jeffreymaisonet8076]

Welcome to TOOL ,ive been listening to them since 2000 and theyre one of my favorite bands ,theyre on another level

[@richardcoleman3908]

Love your reactions. Tool is the most under rated prog rock band. I would love to expose you to other songs and bands were they get inspiration.

[@Hellraisser]

there is music and there is Tool...they are above everything the experience listening them is all about the existence and meaning of life

[@jordanrichards1774]

They're really really good at building tension in a song, and then breaking it at just the right time

[@Wyttt95]

I finally saw Tool live last year, was wild cool!

[@TOOL-22]

Since the dates below I must've played this song 46&2 trillion times.😂 Vinyl Ænima September 17, 1996, and in compact disc format on October 1, 1996 this album came out & it most assuredly it top tier with Lateralus as most army fans two best albums for the most part. Ænima album is almost as perfect as an album can be.

[@waynesmith4432]

Their music never gets old or boring. I’ve been listening to them for 30+ years and still there is nobody better.

[@stephendavis75]

Tool is amazing. There is a reason they are universally loved.

[@vaughnnewman8903]

Yes, part deux. I think I could watch your Tool reactions on a loop!

[@jeebusabbadon512]

“a different level of quality I can’t begin to describe” yeah

[@lost_demented]

There are only a handful of bands that are the perfect union of people to create legendary music, Tool is one of them.

[@Taustavoima]

In musical terms you are trying to describe the time signature changes (for example this song changes between 4/4 and 7/8 mostly ( count 1,2,3,4,1,2,3,4,5,6,7), odd time signatures in general, polyrhythms, odd accent placements, riffs, dynamic changes and much much more. It is a complex task even for an experienced musician. There will surely be a ton of great suggestion on your Tool journey so I will suggest something else. For your Nightwish journey I urge you to try "Wintersun - Sons of Winter and Stars - Live rehearsals remastered at Sonic Pump Studios". Since you seem to love drummers, well, in that one the current Nightwish drummer Kai Hahto blasts your braint into oblivion! If you want something even more complex, Dream Theater will blow your mind. Something like Dance of Eternity.

[@roadkill7314]

I quite often see Tool and Pink Floyd both mentioned in the same comments. Their music is obviously different but they each abslutely always take you on a journey with every song. I can't think of any other bands that do that so consistenly through such a large catalog.

[@thseed7]

Saw Tool live a couple of times and A Perfect Circle a couple of times. I can't think of any songs that aren't brilliant between the two Maynard led bands. Every single person is a phenomenal musician and they're almost perfect live. There's always a unique twist to songs thrown in to keep things interesting.

[@Felix-misc]

Also great in Tool's catalogue: The Grudge, Lateralus, Parabol/Parabola, Schism, Jimmy, H., Pushit (album version), Ænema, Vicarious, Third Eye. Spiral out, keep going! I'd just suggest foregoing their music videos for reactions though, they're usually disturbing/distracting stop-motion/claymation because the 90s and early 00s were a strange time 😶‍🌫

[@stevepecorella2704]

You DON’T need to know anything. Just enjoy.

[@alvaro6522]

Agree!! Well said!!

[@ted1976hailspiralout]

Every song is a jaw dropper 🤘🏻🌀

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

Amazing reaction to an amazing composition.😊❤

[@eviljeep]

Tool, musically, are the Pink Floyd of our era 🤟 TX from Québec Canada 🇲🇶🇨🇦🖐️

[@patrickfuller2423]

the trick with tool, you have to listen multiple times, then after the 4th or 5th time, you really start to see how great these guys are. composure, structurally, these guys are masters at their craft.

[@patriciahofer8704]

What an amazing reaction. And yes sorry not sorry guys....this isn't even in my top 10 Tool Songs probably 🤣 Absolutely a Joy to watch Stacey. You just feel it and it shows a lot.

[@RykDavid]

Pink Floyd is my fave band, but Tool runs a close second. Third Eye is the Tool song I would recommend, given your appreciation for Pink Floyd. Thanks, as always!

[@billseggie4578]

Love Tool, the lyrics are as important as the music, only a maybe comparison would be Rush.

[@renoverant6510]

If you’re starting on the Tool journey. Strap yourself in. It is an expansive and elaborately great journey. Get ready Alice. Your Wondeeland will be a crazy place. Welcome to our Tool obsession

[@richardchacon1330]

It is a journey don’t try to catch everything but let yourself get taken. Great reaction

[@ryancooper5894]

"The Grudge" and "Lateralus" from the album Lateralus are MUSTS on your channel at some point!

[@cowboymouth6429]

You should start a TOOL TUESDAY and play them every Tuesday. 🙏👍. You should go to the start with albums OPIATE, UNDERTOW, AENIMA, LATERULUS, 10,000 DAYS AND PNEUMA 🔥🔥👌👍

[@pauldavis2535]

The more you hear it the more satisfying it is ❤

[@xtop23]

“My ear doesn’t know where to go sometimes….” Yes. Fucking accurate.

[@xianmusicsucks81]

TOOL albums ala the elements of Captain Planet: Fire-Undertow Earth-Aenima Wind-10,000 Days Water-Fear Innoculum Heart-Lateralus You should check out the live studio recording video of Towers by the band Dvne. They're a progressive metal band from Scotland. Heavier than this, but based on your reaction, I think you would really dig it sonically. Great reaction. Spiral out!

[@Andres-mp7jn]

You don't have to be an expert in music to give your opinion and you always make very good observations, we can understand any music based on its 4 parameters: 1-Timbre: characteristic sound of an instrument or voice, in rock we find many sounds modified by effects, especially distortion in the guitar and bass (e.g., Ace of Spades by Motorhead and very high-pitched or guttural voices in metal. 2-Pitch: referring to the notes that musicians play, all musicians play in the same tone (this is the complicated part) so as not to go out of tune, it includes musical scales, chords and harmonies 3: Duration: music is a sequence of sounds and silences, it includes rhythm, groove includes tempo (speed of music)(infinite combinations of duration of notes and silences) in rock the rhythmic basis of the bass and the drums are a tandem 4: Intensity: refers to the volume of the instruments that constantly change within a performance, (e.g. Nirvana) I hope it can help you, greetings🤘

[@christiantsosie9375]

Tool also puts on amazing show, much longer live tho but no money loss there for sure! 👏🏽

[@magnuslilja700]

I think “The Grudge” could be a good candidate for your next listen. Perhaps not the most accessible song but if you like transitions, unorthodox singing and outer worldly drumming it’s a good pick (although ANY Tool song include those things)

[@Christractions]

I was at inkcarceration 2024 here in ohio and I'm here to tell you there is nothing else like it, ive been a metal head for a long time but this was my first live show and there is no comparison to studio versions of music and actually being there, I will definitely be planning to take in more live shows like this one that was going on in Mansfield, ohio. There are videos popping up all over KZbin from this show that was going on over the weekend. Keep up the good work Stacey and you're awesome 🤘💯😎

[@Rapture1469]

It is not about understanding the musical complexities, which are awesome, but it is what it does to you when you hear it!

[@winchester7861]

Hello Stacey 😁 oh Tool for today 😄that's great 😁

[@billseggie4578]

Thanks for the review, loved it.

[@cujof16]

Time change subdivisions on each individual instrument and vocals meshed together in a unified sonic onslaught

[@charleycaron3186]

Dream Theater’s “Pull me under” has incredible tempo changes, vocal changes…I don’t know where I’ve heard or read it (back in ‘85), that they are technically perfect when it comes to composing, playing and arranging their music.

[@southbayspike]

I had a reaction channel with my buddy for a while, and every time we reacted to TOOL, it would summon my cats. It was the weirdest thing.

[@chriswebb7822]

Same!! Every time I listen at least 2 of mine are on the desk by the 1st verse!