TOOL - Ticks & Leeches | First Listen!

[@maninthebox420m]

The record label wanted Tool to have a "Heavier" song and make it a single for the radio. They recorded this last minute as a big middle finger to the lable. Yea we'll give you what you want, but it's gonna be heavier than you wanted and gonna have a long, drawn out middle part. Nothing kills radio time like an 8 mintue song lol

[@elconijo]

God, I fucking love Tool hahaha

[@propjoe1060]

The "suck me dry" lyric isn't exactly designed for rock radio either :D

[@ZrankFappaH]

That’s a fantastic bit of Tool trivia that.

[@crystalscolza1663]

I heard in his effort to give the label the middle finger..he damaged his voice :( which is why they not only dont do this live...but also a lot of the earlier stuff where he screams :(

[@Audard]

This is bullshit. Your statement is a rumor started on the Tool Army forums back in the day and there was no evidence to support it. It's never been proven and i'm fed up of people stating this nonsense.

[@rickg5597]

Adam Jones is the guitarist. He’s not your typical speed demon solo artist, he’s more into creating odd sounds by pulling strings, feed back, and letting his guitar vibrate freely. I really don’t think I’d be a Tool fan if not for him, given that I’m not into the common speed rules over everything when it comes to most guitarists. Fun fact...Tom Morello & Adam Jones grew up together in a suburb of Chicago. Morello’s mom was also Adam’s home room teacher. Thank you kindly for the Tool reactions mate!

[@alexgram1276]

Adam is the Tool's signature sound bro

[@rickg5597]

Giannis AntetoGOATmpo no doubt bud.

[@CoachThom16]

I always tell uninformed people that Adam is an innovator much like Tom Morello, only way different styles

[@SepiaSepiaKR]

Bruh, Adam Jones is so sick he did VFX for Jurassic Park. Man is a legend in music and in film.

[@mariinito8398]

@@SepiaSepiaKR not only Jurassic Park but also Terminator 2

[@imambaybars3405]

I think the story behind this track is that the record label forced them to do a heavier song to include on their album, and they made this, hence the lyrics (this is what you wanted, this is what you are getting, I hope you choke on this... etc.) By the way the new album was uploaded to youtube yesterday by the bands official channel, at least in the US, check out 7empest if you want to hear the guitarist Adam Jones going berserk, my favorites so far has been invincible and culling voices.

[@HeavyStein117]

The background of this song is about all the trouble they had back in the Day with their Label record

[@Defensive_Wounds]

This is the same story they used for Undertow where they added the song 'Hooker With a Penis' in response to the label and it was the heavy song.

[@luiss.7068]

@@HeavyStein117 Exactly.

[@Thynqikan]

That said I absolutely love this song. That intro is absolutely amazing, all the layers of guitars building and adding to that drumming, and then the vocal crescendo I just love it.

[@Audard]

No. The record label did not force this song. There is no evidence to support this. Your statement is a rumor that was created on the Tool Army forums WAYYY back when this album first dropped.

[@incubusfan182002]

Justin Chancellor is the true unsung hero of the band. He is hands down one of the best bassists on earth and a big reason I continue to play and listen to metal and psychedelic jazz. Biggest musical inspiration in my life!

[@third3eye3]

Adam and Justin both deserve more credit

[@JesseJames7-8-9]

Justin is not unsung. He recreated the damn band lol

[@Roxanneredpanda]

every member of this band is a musical genius in equal measure

[@NaumAlberto]

I recommend the French band Gojira. They have a ton of incredible songs. "Low Lands" and "Born in winter" would be a good start.

[@diegorocha2826]

LISTEN TO THIS WISE MAN

[@lisajohnson521]

Yeeeees! I concur. AND Low Lands has been in my ear for two weeks now. For some reason I just wanted to listen to that and I can’t stop lololol. It’s just such a beautiful song!!!

[@Itstwofourteen]

Gojira is the shit!!

[@jeffreysmith1314]

The Gift of Guilt is a beast if a song.

[@WishMount]

Nope has to be art of dying or flying whales

[@cikame]

I think you found your mic's ASMR setting.

[@manwithtwoeyes6911]

The swallowing sounds make me cringe

[@DrewFortune97]

lol, gotta adjust that🤣🤣

[@vaudemu2263]

i like your description "false sense of comfort" because that's essentially what that part of the song does. Its perfect for the message the song provides.

[@marmarsmandalas]

Love your channel! So happy your reacting to Tool. GOAT!

[@cranboogie]

Disposition/ Reflection/ Triad in one take!

[@daffy8072]

Yessss

[@grntbggr126]

Guitarist is Adam Jones, and he's featured heavily on the new album. He's also a makeup artists that has worked on movies like Terminator 2 and Jurassic Park. He can do more with one or two notes than most guitarists can do with 30.

[@richtigersoan]

Funny thing is Adam isn't even considering himself as a very good guitarist

[@grntbggr126]

@@richtigersoan True. He's very humble. He also grew up in Libertyville Illinois with Tom Morello from Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave fame. Adam and Tom played in bands together, Jones slept on the Morello's couch for a time, and Morello's mother was even Jones' homeroom teacher. Jones is a fascinating dude.

[@jonhubler742]

yea im late to the party but that TOOL overbite when the wind ends was EPIC...welcome

[@scottw5253]

The best advice I can give you, as I see it, is that you STOP EXPECTING anything. Just take TOOL as they are for what the songs are. If you want music to speak to you, you have to listen without expectations or preconceptions. EXPECT NOTHING, EXPERIENCE EVERYTHING

[@user-fm8xs3hr3w]

Now that's how you do a sponsor on KZbin! Relevant to the content, and even if you won't listen to it, you get a suggestion for a new band. Great to see your idea has panned out 👏👏👏. Oh, and great reaction! One of the many Tool songs you'll love.

[@DrewFortune97]

K 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@drewsommer4887]

The bassist Justin Chancellor has synesthesia and sees colors coordinated with sound. He is able to create rifts independent of time signature, as done in the case of the song Jambi for instance.

[@MaynardsSpaceship]

Damn, I never knew!

[@Phazydazy99]

Eulogy or pushit by tool

[@prp2]

You should definitely react to one of Tool's hardest early songs, too. "Jerk-Off" from their EP Opiate. Great stuff so far man! Glad you're digging them.

[@Zacski]

Im loving what you're doing man, watching you discovering Tool, it's like I'm learning them all over again. In my opinion, Lateralus was such an incredible album because they'd been there before- they knew what they could do. Aenima was where Tool refined the boundaries of what heavy music could be and, while it's not as polished, there's some amazing moments, specifically, my favourite song 46 & 2. Give that a crack man, and listen to Danny Carey go full Octo-God in the last 2 minutes.

[@bobajanfettsolo9143]

That fucking fill... and when He start double bass and Adam go berserk it's absolutely devastating

[@fitterhappier2666]

Great reaction as always dude, before moving on to the new album please give a listen to rosetta stoned, it's a trip of a song, and the lyrics are great

[@yomo1690]

I definitely 2nd that. Rosetta Stoned over the years has moved from one I would skipped to one I play repeatedly. Fucking epic

[@jeffadams9605]

Rosetta stoned!! Definitely a must have video

[@CoachThom16]

I'm sure Danny will be happy to Hear that you certified his "octopus" status. You had me cracking up. I've seen them 9 times, once purposely getting seats as close to Danny as possible to see how he does it. I still don't know. Thanks for this

[@haywoodchablomi8037]

Tool, saving is from music industry pop trash, one masterpiece at a time

[@Hatrimn]

Maynard's best screams that are the focal point of climaxes mostly take place before this album. That was the main appeal for me getting hooked.

[@markgregory983]

To hear them showing off their talent as individuals, The Pot, Stinkfist, and Eulogy show their creativity whilst making everything blend perfectly. The bass in The Pot is a standout for me personally

[@Lateralus138]

"there's going to be a huge scream from Maynard, mark my words..." you said that and I already knew it was coming lol the scream subtly builds up....

[@pariah9759]

I think it's ironic that you want to hear something by Adam Jones, and 7empest on the new album is easily the highlight of his great career, riff after riff was like the Randy from South Park meme

[@curtisbailey78]

This has certainly been recommended to you a bunch, but if you want to hear a great example of how their bassist can go off, listen to The Pot off 10,000 Days.

[@Ojinia84]

Lateralus will always sound decades ahead of it time no matter how much of it goes by. although your "jumpin around" always peeks my curiosity in your next song choice

[@oneoverprime1608]

Schism should be next if you are going to remain on Lateralus

[@wessamwalid7765]

great as always🙏🏼✌🏼

[@camjam180]

You need to hear the LIVE scream in the beginning of "Cold and Ugly"

[@foust71]

I can hear your Adam’s apple moving against your skin lmao

[@dan.j.boydzkreationz]

Lol

[@nicholasliacone]

Lmao

[@troydaaussie1143]

Finish off the lateralus album by doing Disposition, Reflection and Triad together at the same time it's 24mins but well worth it and then move onto the new album

[@Pbarwik]

new album is insane. It's a hell of a ride

[@DrewFortune97]

Can’t wait to sit down and listen to it man!

[@marmarsmandalas]

I'm gonna need me blanky for this one. I feel you man! Love it 😂

[@dylanunderwood6594]

Tool definitely has their own distinct vibe. The song You Lied has one of Maynard's best screams in my opinion. Their first album Undertow and ep have a more metal sound

[@aidansisneros9191]

You Lied is a good Peach cover

[@juancanas9653]

Check out The Patient from Lateralus album.

[@V.F.D.DaleSalvador]

6:26 That's NOT an Official Tool Music Video. It's Fan-Made. But if you think THAT'S trippy, then check out Vicarious and it's Official Music Video.

[@crazydrummer181]

V.F.D. [Vicariously Feeling Demographics] The Vicarious video hasn't aged well compared to their other videos.

[@dragon_turtle]

Dude please react to 7empest. That song is absolutely insane.

[@jeffadams9605]

Tempest and chocolate chip trip! Definitely my favorites!

[@deckofcards87]

If you're gonna check out their videos, start with the first few they made with Adam Jones for "Sober" and "Prison Sex" They're so cool.

[@TheGalwayjoyce]

This is the exception. ALWAYS watch the lyric video.

[@Jridgen]

If you're sticking to Lateralus for now, definitely check out Schism. But if you want to try one off the new album Pneuma and 7empest are amazing (in completely different ways).

[@Wazzaozzyskier]

You can pretty much pick any Lateralus track and be content with it, its their dark side of the moon album imo anyway. But for a good dose of maynard screamo I reckon Aenima is the album, but also probably because my favourite tracks come from that album. Anyway good stuff and cheers from Australia man.

[@andrewisawesome55]

Give right in two a listen, the unofficial music video is very well done.

[@watcheroftheskies5444]

Jason Mamoa used to listen to this song on set to prepare him to become the Aquaman.

[@ingobordewick6480]

By the way, this drumming-performance by Danny Carey was voted the best performance of all time on heavy metal magazin "metal hammer". ;-) and Maynard lost his voice for a some days after recording this.

[@ingobordewick6480]

@kalle kanin voted by the readers of the magazin. ;-)

[@D1ckeyDeuce]

Are those Sennheiser's? I think I see the S above the right headphone. If they are, I'm curious as to your opinion of them. I haven't found any better headphones to get fully engrossed into music then those. Not sure Sony's can sound better than those. If you don't want them, I'll take em :D

[@musicfeedsthesoultg5318]

Sweet!! Gonna do more of this album...put your helmet on when you get to Reflection buddy, the ship takes off hahahah. Gotta do it as part of the trilogy though man.

[@drew4567]

Eulogy has a gnarly scream at the end

[@Syncopated_]

"Danny Carrey certified octopus." Didnt they call Maynard the octopus? Lol go watch some more live videos of Maynard's rubber dance.

[@KayTahm]

Hey Drew, you should check out Alter Bridge - Blackbird ft The Paralax Orchestra Live at the Royal Albert Hall. Its a legendary live performance and imo a masterpiece of a song. Also check out Tool - 7empest. Great new song

[@ingobordewick6480]

It is out today...

[@Ironma556]

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[@kkate75]

Hush has a pretty good scream at the start or just listen to Opiate or Undertow and you'll feel silly about saying that about Tool. Or watch some earlier live performances, Maynard has been phenomenally berserk from the beginning. Ogt, from '92, the first ep. No selling out by this band.

[@linusfotograf]

What’s up with Enter Sandman as the intro?

[@nicklangille6706]

Mornin🔥

[@mesametal8768]

where the hell is the original video for this song ,,,someone post a link please,,,,,,it's like it dropped off the face of youtube!!

[@wearenotamused6455]

For a good selection off of 10,000 days... For bass listen to "Intention"(grab the blanky for this one), and for guitar listen to "Jambi"

[@SegundaOfficial]

The pot also has amazing bass

[@bullpup33]

The blankey is getting an attitude! Lol

[@seanofarrell8896]

I recommend checking out hammerfall any means necessary it's a heavy track good gutairs there .

[@Nolan013]

"Danny Carey: certified octopus" Hahahahahaha Drew you're a true beauty.

[@ZieSpiralOut]

Certified octopus! Yes 100%!

[@nicklangille6706]

Music first 🔨🔥

[@rogersears7434]

If you want Maynard's longest scream, check out Tool - Eulogy. It's so long, you feel as if you've run out of breath yourself.

[@wowlol5302]

The scream at the end of the grudge is longer I think

[@prathamdangi3388]

@@wowlol5302 yes the grudge scream is 27 seconds long

[@bccr13]

Check out official music videos. They're made by Adam Jones, the guitarist.

[@craigy3195]

Your clarity comes out when you're tired fyi.

[@nicklangille6706]

🔨🔨🔨🔥🔥

[@50NewEyes]

Woohoo more tool....

[@MostlyCloudy]

Lol I swear that interlude is just to piss off the execs since they didn't get a hard tune the whole way through 😂

[@seanevens2740]

Selma Perfect analysis.

[@WishMount]

Alright I’m putting you to it now. GOJIRA, French metal band (English lyrics) The Art of Dying Flying Whales Best drummer on the metal scene right now, touring with slipknot. Those two songs Abi er are a staple. Don’t get sucked into their mellow shit first go hard

[@kaekazakas4597]

Tool - H.W.A.P.

[@jakemorrison482]

ok it was the grudge and ticks and leeches that maynard lost his scream, with the new album

[@TheChucknoxus]

You gotta check out Chocolate Chip Trip.

[@m4rz585]

NF🖤

[@Jackasswannabe08]

Listen to Jerk Off (Live)!!!!

[@uBoBaMnupa]

Tool - Right In Two

[@anthonyoliva7649]

I think they written this song because they were getting sued at the time..what an appropriate song

[@m4rz585]

Please do NF!!!!

[@Defensive_Wounds]

This song's lyrics are LITERALLY about my brother mooching off me - I think of him as a fkn LEECH!!! I think you need to turn down your lapel mic a bit as it is a little bit clipped/brickwalled and it picks up ambient noise a lot. See if it is a shogun lapel or not, if it is shotgun then angle it at your mouth and it will not pick up ambient noises...

[@Jason17300]

Invincible

[@royjohansen7472]

I love Chris and hope he WIN 😊 Please react on the norwegian girl on 13 who I think will blow your mind out. Angelina Jordan - I put a spell on you , A million years ago, Born to die 😊❤️ She won norwegian talent when she was 7 years old and have a soul voice like an adult. ANGELINA JORDAN WILL BE HUGE DONT MIS REACT ON HER BEFORE SHE TAKE OVER THE WORLD 👍😊❤️

[@intelkore]

Don't know if it's your thing mate, but would you consider doing some reactions to comedians? Bill Burr has a good amount of great short clips/segments! "Epidemic of gold digging whores" is brilliant!

[@HevyDevy101]

Is no-one going to mention the sponsored band at the start of this video who've basically put Enter Sandman in a blender?

[@FreqMod911]

If you think Tool's music is trippy you should try listening when you're actually tripping. It's debatable whether it's the only way to listen to Tool.

[@raygengamer8440]

Man 7empest

[@chrishuber1029]

Anything from Opiate or Undertow, screams galore!

[@rogueirishman6683]

Have you finished college? If not where do you attend?

[@DrewFortune97]

Rogue Irishman yeah man, finished in NUIM last September

[@rogueirishman6683]

@@DrewFortune97 I'm starting there this year lol

[@jasonstuart1616]

Push it please

[@bhupendrasingh1802]

Please react on KR$NA-free verse feast(langar)🙌

[@luvr381]

Not hard to tell when someone has pissed Maynard off.

[@jeffspain3613]

I'd have to respectfully disagree about watching the official videos. Don't get me wrong, they're pretty amazing, but there are times that what's going on in the video detracts from the lyrics, and the lyrics are, like Tool, on a level of their own.

[@Sora-ni1yg]

Listen to kyary kyary pamyu fashion monster

[@pasza_dem]

I really hate how your mic sounds:(

[@alhumaikanimused6470]

Please please please react top ten prince Naseem Hamed look invisible thanks👍🏻

[@mattcortelyou1781]

Thats not tools music video. Like at all...

[@nicklangille6706]

Bigboistuff

[@brycemckinnon7973]

Your intro is 100% Raining Blood...

[@jazzhothi4898]

Please react to Freeverse Feast KRSNA ( emiway diss) it’s dope🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Toolness1]

Thanks for the vid but please turn your mic down, theres breathing and swallowing sounds 5x louder than the music.

[@Ironma556]

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[@mohammedyousuf9020]

Brother plz react to skrrt karenge and Dhyan de by emiway. Plzzz

[@DeusOmnium27]

You need to react to Lil Peep next!! I recommend Beat It or Star Shopping.