Why Tool's Danny Carey Is Your Drummer's Favorite Drummer

[@Frankenwookie]

Years ago on Tools undertow tour I had the pleasure of meeting Danny. I was sitting on the steps of Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Ks waiting for my friend to arrive when an older couple sat next to me. They started making small talk and told me they were there to see their son who was playing in one of the bands that night. We talked for about 10 minutes before I realized their son was Danny Carey, when he came down the steps they introduced me as their new friend. Danny and I shook hands and he thanked me for hanging with his parents and was able to get me upgraded seating. One of the coolest experiences of my young life.

[@leofelipezago]

Wow! Great story! Very cool!

[@TheBlueprintsOrlando]

Awesome!❤

[@Musicxpert]

Lucky you! 🙂

[@sluggo2005]

That would have been epic to later fund out it's his parents.

[@jeremycooksey6991]

Memorial Hall was a great venue!!!!!!

[@garrettredd2541]

Danny Carey almost seems like the perfect interview guest. He answers the questions with detail, but is not long winded. He has zero ego present, he shows appreciation for others. His stories are relevant to the topics at hand. His passion comes through in his speaking. Just flat out great, especially if you were looking for some insight and knowledge. Great interview

[@Friend_of_the_One-Eyed_Ladies]

He's usually kinda awkward in interviews, but he's totally at ease here. Rick brings out the best in his interviewees, which is a talent in itself.

[@shankerramesh9673]

musical genius❤

[@chrisleskiw9091]

Imagine how smooth the jamming and writing process goes if this is how he is when he is comfortable

[@mcfly3510]

Well said and well observed. Todays it seems rare that someone hears a question and answers what was asked.

[@glenpower1749]

He's a great roll model for any young, aspiring drummer out there.

[@JAMBI..]

I think I can speak for every TOOl fan when I say, this is by far the best Danny Carey interview I've seen. THANK YOU MR. RICK!

[@chrisegbertky]

I think you represent fans of drumming in general! 😊

[@sinvin]

By far best DC interview I’ve seen. What a joy this guy is.

[@scottdegroot4785]

Dude, your account name is Jambi!? You are a true fan!

[@danielsullivan3339]

He speaks for me 👆

[@3xplisit]

Yes

[@caseyrogers573]

You can’t find anything to dislike about this guy. Total class act.

[@elroyblackbean]

He's too tall. Please tell him to be less tall.

[@Vladislav_Postnikov]

How about black magic?

[@caseyrogers573]

@@Vladislav_Postnikov I personally don’t think magic is real but if you do I understand how that would be problematic for you.

[@blessed7fold]

I can. He's into the occult which is witchcraft! A big NO NO for me!

[@stephendoherty5306]

@@blessed7fold expand on this

[@tylerclark1801]

its blows my mind that Danny is 62 years old! A Titan of drumming. Now we need Adam Jones and Justin Chancellor😍

[@rubaidaallen2764]

We got to meet Danny, Adam and Justin at soundcheck a few weeks ago. The coolest dudes ever. I remember I couldn’t believe that Danny is 62. He’s a giant by the way 😂 incredibly fit and a beast behind that kit. Wow 🤩

[@craigchapman8220]

He is one of one. Pretty cool he plays every genre of music. You can hear the jazz fusion influence.

[@xMtysx02]

Justin maybe.. Adam.. that’s not happening 😂

[@theonexx762]

Then Maynard again, and repeat the cycle lol

[@brunovianamusic]

Good luck gettin Adam lol

[@jwdrums8948]

Hearing him compliment Maynard like that and him saying the hairs on his arms were standing was an awesome thing to hear.

[@anne-mariev.3295]

This bit really moved me 🥹

[@MrJeremy0311]

Agreed. There is so much admiration in the air between the musicians in the group you can cut it with a knife. I love how they respect each artists forte and time and artistic process. It must be a very free space to create. That’s what it’s really all about. Gratitude.

[@charliesno]

Agreed! Yeah that was awesome. You always wonder how the musicians feel about the final product.

[@fleshtonegolem]

I think having the space you started in keeps you all more humble. You are reminded of who you were when you all met. Much different than practicing in a 10mil studio after you've released several albums and toured the world. Keeping your roots and acknowledging helps build the respect.

[@sharinglungs3226]

The way the lyrics just fit makes it seem like they all developed the song together shaping the instrumentals around what he’s singing. It’s so strange to me it’s really the opposite.

[@RCAvhstape]

The only thing wrong with this interview is that it is only an hour long. I could listen to Rick and Danny talk for a long time.

[@JeffMisa]

I really didn't realize how many things there were to talk about. Rick would ask a question, and I would say, "Oh yeah! That's another great question!" I was then sad when I heard Rick say, "Thank you!" Just way too cool! 🤘😁

[@timsmeltzer64]

I completely agree! I think even 2 hours would have seemed too short.

[@rubaidaallen2764]

Two hours would have been epic. I’ll take what I can get though 😂🤘

[@frankholmes4175]

Right?? I could listen for however long!

[@garyandert9530]

Best interview of any drummer ever! Dannebrog Carey, not just a great drummer, but also an awesome human being.

[@hockeylvr42]

“I’ve never tracked a tool song to a click” What an absolutely mind blowing statement

[@TheeShareCropper]

“It would be hard to program a click to it” lol

[@allenwilson530]

I thought the same thing

[@shdw6662]

Yet you have people playing 4/4 that have to religiously use a click lol

[@geraldaugustus739]

it is absolutely incredible. AND, not to be understated the privilege of getting to spend days and week and months working on a tune.

[@stephenstuckey]

What does that mean?

[@getbendt2970]

15 minutes into this interview and it seems like Danny’s attitude is still that he is auditioning to be a drummer. He is so humble and appreciative of his insane ability. The guy is just genuine and talented beyond belief.

[@doctorsadvocategame]

He'll go to the grave not even acknowledging how amazing he is. No hubris with this dude, just straight humility and appreciation for the craft.

[@sventharfatman]

Kansas / Midwest in him

[@adamcoe]

Really has a similar vibe as Jimmy Chamberlin. Monumental guys who still feel they're always learning and seem to really appreciate the position that they're in.

[@adamcoe]

And the fact that him and Jimmy both have a jazz/rudiment background is absolutely no surprise.

[@yahoorich6gt]

All lies😂😂😂😂😂

[@f5tornadeau]

“Stuff that breathes.” That’s the best description of “real” music I’ve ever heard.

[@coryfisher5777]

There is a line in the movie Eddie and the Cruisers 2 where Eddie says music has to “breath”. I wonder if that’s where that description originated from.

[@thomasmcguigan5626]

I read something similar from Meshugga. They said a couple of their albums were "too perfect" timing wise, and had gone back to a more natural sounding imperfection.

[@keithpratt1849]

Agreed. I tuney drums to get a good full bodied tone. No dampening. Sounds/ music and tone sound breath. I am really happy hearing this. Peart did not dampen either.

[@vikingraider8061]

@@thomasmcguigan5626 meshuggah is awesome

[@Tooldruid]

I love that he doesn't play to a click. Slight imperfections are actually a beautiful thing. It really does make the music "breathe"

[@horsebattery]

Imagine you are starting a band and you move in next to this drumming genius and he ends up your drummer by default.

[@bobinchainz]

Noted lol

[@jacobjohngomez]

Not a coincidence.

[@IraSiegel]

Divine intervention.

[@noontimewhale]

Imagine Maynard calls you to jam and you don’t show up lol

[@jaymzOG]

The universe just deciding TOOL would exist. Crazy.

[@Duncan_Idaho_Potato]

Why is it that every interview Rick does with an artist I admire is the best interview with said artist that I've ever seen? He seems to have a strong rapport with everyone and asks the best questions. I'd say he needs to get his own TV show, but TV is so 20th century, isn't it?

[@justaguyfromeurope]

Comes with the insane amounts of love, knowledge and culture of everything music that Rick has. At least that's what comes across for me.

[@struedel25]

Because it's not an interview, it's a conversation that we can listen in on.

[@Jump-n-smash]

TV would ruin it.

[@johnlampe3258]

Danny has picked up the torch laid down by Neil Peart as the Drummer's Drummer and the current GOAT. His Pneuma video blew everyone away.

[@RhymesWithCarbon]

Right, and therefore Neil Peart is our drummer's favorite drummer's favorite drummer.

[@dr.juerdotitsgo5119]

Danny is way too good for a band like Tool if you ask me.

[@BrutalNewby]

​@@dr.juerdotitsgo5119 interesting... What band do u see him with? I think he fits perfectly in Tool

[@Pat_11131]

@@BrutalNewbylisten to his jam band Volto!

[@mattynes]

Was at that show. Insane

[@cloudcitydigital]

This is the single video I’ve been waiting for since KZbin started.

[@La_sagne]

this is such a cool comment 😄

[@rationalgazer]

Nodding as now I don't have to write the same comment. 🙏

[@RockDawg77]

This gets our nomination for comment of the century. Awesome. Just plain awesome.

[@powerprowash40]

Nailed it

[@kellyseggerman4311]

@@RockDawg77comment of the century ? Dude that’s so many comments. You mean online and/or offline?

[@lesbeefmemebois5552]

Can we all agree on this guy being like the nicest and most humble genius ever?

[@Tooldruid]

Danny has no ego, is down to earth, and genuinely seems happy talking about drums and his music. He's admirable in literally every quality. Not to mention he's 62 and playing drums at the top of his game. He's just an amazing human.

[@flickrmark]

Let me think about it.....ok, yes, definitely ;-)

[@GGanzolo]

Yes sir

[@-Manda_SKnight_BeastMoD]

My son (almost 16) apparently discovered his love for polyrhythms this school year. We were at one of his competitions and he busts out a 9 piece kit. My mouth hung open the entire time. I had no idea - and other competitors parents were whispering about him ❤ (shout out to Solo & Ensemble kids & their parents). He killed it!!! So now I've been researching drummers & I had him listen to The Pot. His eyes widened & then he closed them. I just said "Danny Carey, honey." If he decides to not pursue drumming, that's fine - I would be just, if not more, proud if he is as cool as Danny.

[@maynardburger]

He genuinely is just a normal human being. Rick could have equally spent half this interview here just talking sports with Danny.

[@inmitch]

I have a Danny Carey story... Tool is a little hardcore from what I normally listen to, but I recognize pure talent when I hear it. The whole band is talented and I'm mostly a keyboard guy but after I bought a couple of CD's and was listening closely, I said to myself, "this has to be one of the greatest drummers in history" and decided to take a look on the early interwebs. Consistently Danny ranked at the top of any list I could find and still does today. Like I said, I'm mostly a synth guy, and Tool is some of the "hardest" music I ever listen to, but freakin Danny rocks HARD. Absolutely an amazing drummer.

[@humanbean3]

that's interesting. i never knew he was counted as number 1 on any lists. I was a classical music enthusiast growing up lol. i played classical guitar. i still liked normal music here and there but never liked the drums. or vocals. drums are still just an annoying metronome to me most of the time. the only exception for this was TOOL. i must have good taste i guess. even tho im still not a fan of the drums.

[@Jester1411]

i met Danny backstage in Athens, Greece in 2006. had some beers in the hotel lobby afterwards and he even gave me a Paiste hoodie. he is really down to earth and a very cool guy.

[@dmitrystuchevsky9995]

I was at this show too

[@robertfields2906]

He is just a regular Kansas guy. Super down to earth and is funny as hell! I've been on that same couch just drinking beers and talking about everything under the sun!

[@WalkManDoo]

@@robertfields2906cool! I didn’t know he was from Kansas. I travel all over the state

[@JoelMiller626]

I've met him a few times as well. One of the coolest people I've ever been with

[@robertfields2906]

@@WalkManDoo Yep, pure Kansas!

[@brockmoser2491]

Beato is absolutely the best interviewer in the game right now. Awesome seeing someone who genuinely loves the music asking questions. Hoping and praying for Jones and Chancellor interviews in the future!

[@kaiserwilhelmii1827]

He's a great interviewer because like he has said himself, these interviews are really more like just conversations. It's all very natural and genuine because Rick is a music nerd and musicians are usually music nerds too so they just get to be nerdy together for like an hour. That and also the fact that Rick knows like everything about everything when it comes to music so he'll get every reference and he'll know how to ask interesting questions about the technical aspects of making music etc etc.

[@Niallistical]

Rick just gets it. He's by far the best. The way he understand every aspect of the industry. Legend in his own right.

[@GhostTravesty]

I agree. All of his interviews seem authentic because he's not trying to seem important or get some little bit of gossip for that headline. He's just nerding out with whoever he is interviewing. He guides the discussion but he lets the person take the path they want to talk about. Danny doesn't want to talk about himself so they avoid that part and focus on the music and all of that good stuff.

[@bjjbrawler1]

My 14 year old plays drums and takes lessons. He can cover some new pop/ rock songs pretty well and he has great timing. The other day "Eulogy" came on Sirius radio. He had never heard TOOL and his first response is "this is such a strange song" and "how long is this song Dad?".... Welcome to prog rock and TOOL son!

[@lokinslawomir0793]

That’s beautiful haha :) hopefully he takes a liking to it!! 🤘

[@greenmatrix30seven]

That song is just ace.

[@greenmatrix30seven]

Wait until he hears lateralus. That’s a long tool song. But it’s totally worth it

[@rubaidaallen2764]

You’re raising that boy right. Good job dad 🤘🤘

[@keithpratt1849]

Thank you for being involved and supporting your child's passion. That is the best. I also turned my son's on to Tool. 25 years ago. Rock on!

[@RobbScottVideos]

I love listening to masters talk about their craft.

[@ecbrown6151]

RELEASE THE BUCKLEY TAPES DANNY! Lol but seriously man, the world needs to hear these.

[@crazedzealots]

i agree im a huge Buckley fan and it would be so sweet hearing Jeff singing and playing with Danny accompanying him doing covers and originals.

[@tattedmofo5680]

I’m sure they’re epic if any exist.

[@JessReckless427]

For sure 💯 Im amazed to hear about this country band they made as well!! Lol.. but I would LOVE to find any of those!

[@JessReckless427]

​@@tattedmofo5680he said they're out there or should be 😀 It can surly be a treasure to be found!🌀💎🦄

[@rocketmonkey90]

Danny is the absolute best. We have a common friend, and i was able to sit in their studio for practice one day. It was an unreal experience. I couldn't believe i was sitting next to Danny, Adam and Justin talking about off road vehicles and music. Danny and i were just sitting on a couch just showing each other pictures of cars on our phones like we had been friends forever. I can't say enough how great of a person he is.

[@neilmoneymaker4821]

That's pretty cool guitar drums bass players of TOOL are down to earth "normal" human beings especially for their talent level and accomplishments in each respective instrument they play. Great stuff

[@GreatDaneRock]

Danny C: "NEVER TRACKED A TOOL SONG TO A CLICK... " I'm floored, what a groove machine Danny is. I expected the band to play to a click track through and through. Great job as always Rick, you are the best musician interviewer of these times.

[@villehytonen7279]

That's absolutely mindblowing.

[@benmayo1630]

Not even live. They have to be pretty spot on because their lights/lasers/visuals have to be manually triggered, if I remember correctly. Their effects aren’t triggered by the click. I forget where I read the article but it was right after I seen them in 2020 right before Covid. It was a small interview with their A/V tech, or their V tech. Awesome band front to back and the powerhouse DC is just phenomenal. My favorite Beato interview so far.

[@littledittymusic727]

MIND BLOWING.

[@schpeidermann]

I needed to sit down after that statement..

[@mysteriousdonkey1]

Wtf. That is inane. I always assumed he had a click on the live shows.

[@chadgrov]

This guy is so mentally healthy and decent considering being a rockstar. He’s such a genuinely nice guy

[@maynardburger]

It helps that Tool aren't 'Tool' most of the time. They aren't recording and touring endlessly, always together. They take breaks and all have very much their own, individual lives separate from each other and the band. It's kind of like they've never been this super close knit band, and more of a long-term mutual group of collaborators where Tool provides a sort of desired musical outlet for each of them. I dont think they see Tool as being some 'job' they have and need to keep together and could easily call it quits and all do something else if they weren't feeling it anymore. Maynard has other major hobbies, a business, and other music projects. Adam is a professional graphics person and artist who has worked in Hollywood. Danny has other passions in life and other musical projects. Not sure about Justin, but I'd guess he's learned to not put his whole life into Tool as well by necessity.

[@courtneyurman]

I think the ones who are still actively making music and touring at this age got here because they had to, at some point, start prioritizing their health - mental and physical.

[@GrayVMhan]

He does not give off "world famous rock star energy" which is a good thing

[@tobynsaunders]

He was arrested for assault two years ago while drunk. I don't know if I would say that a 60-year-old man assaulting someone while drunk reflects someone who is so mentally healthy & decent, to say nothing of his outrageous beliefs about demons, astrology, and the nature of the universe, but he was indeed a fabulous interview subject and he is an outstanding artist.

[@ToveriJuri]

@@tobynsaunders Misdemeanor assault and the charges were dropped. Pushing someone with your fingers and calling them gay isn't much an assault it seems.

[@frenchys_prospecting]

As a drummer; this is one of the greatest interviews I've ever watched. As a tool fan; this is one of the greatest interviews ive ever watched. As a 90s teen, as an alternative listener, as a music fan; this is one of the greatest interviews I've ever watched.

[@nadavtabak]

This is one of the most anticipated interviews I’ve seen on this channel. Such an amazingly talented and humble human being!

[@theolinwox]

Absolutely

[@flangmasterj]

Yeah and I'm stuck at work in a large noisy print room with a PC that has no audio!! May have to go home sick for this one.

[@davidheafey3018]

Yeah, and Danny's ok, too! ;-) Seriously, it's amazing to me that as good and successful as Danny is, he's remained so humble. But of course, all the great ones are.

[@better.better]

you probably would enjoy the live stream with Skinny Puppy's cEvin Key. I think he's done two of them. cEvin has interviewed a lot of music industry people as well, usually people he knows personally either from touring or recording, so it feels less like an interview and more of a conversation between friends, though it's still a little bit interviewie because of course it's on camera for fans, so they can't just talk without providing context.

[@matthewd6306]

Hearing Danny gush over Maynard's contributions is beautiful to see. He absolutely respects Maynard's artistry to highest degree and you can tell he just loves him as friend.

[@brandonhinrichs4393]

I think play respect each other and they respect this thing that they create together but hey don't all particularly like each other very much. The only time that you will find them in the same place at the same time is it going to happen to be playing shows on tour. There's an obvious layer of passive aggression from both sides when they talk about Tools recording processs.

[@yukinagato1573]

@@brandonhinrichs4393 Either that, or they are just being humorous about the process, in a cynical way.

[@brandonhinrichs4393]

@yukinagato1573 no it's common knowledge that they don't really get along. The only reason APC exists is because Tool doesnt collaberate and they take their time perfecting pieces. Maynard has touched on this subject in almost every interview hes done where hes not acting like a pretentious and superior person to everybody else. Which is nice because he idles at pretentious and superior

[@yukinagato1573]

@@brandonhinrichs4393 Given Maynard's last interview with Rick, yea it seems he really respect other people's work, in the way that he doesn't interfere in what others are supposed to do. He seems to have a good understanding on what he can do and what he can't. This is what made me find it funny, their cynical passive aggressiveness about mixing lol. Four deaf dudes trying to make their part as loud as they can be haha.

[@MarkJoseph81]

​@brandonhinrichs4393 He idles at pretentious and superior. Hahahaha!!!!! That's absolutely perfect. Yes. 100% agree and a hilarious way to phrase it. I love it. Ya, I can do a Danny interview all day long, days on end, but I can't stand one minute of Maynard talking. He's totally full of himself, and not exactly deservedly or justifiably.

[@kjc4414]

I love he is wearing a King Crimson Beat T-Shirt... I am surprised they didn't mention his upcoming tour with the 80's King Crimson tribute band (Adrian Belew, Tony Leven, along with Steve Vai, and Danny Carey) ... I haven't been so excited to see a concert in 30 or 40 years - since I saw the original band back in the 80's - about 12 times!!!... It is going to be unbelievable!!!

[@Tovar-ich-bin]

He doesn´t mention Beat because there is another full interview of Rick Beato with the four guys, probably done about the same time period. Check it out, you´ll love it

[@IsraelLong131]

DAMN!! I would love to see that

[@rkaylor5769]

Danny is authentic. A Kansas boy through and through. I’m glad he is getting the recognition he rightly deserves as one of the GOATs.

[@geraldwilson3559]

Rick, thank you. I never heard of Danny or Tool. Learning while listening, 69, and never too old to learn. Gerald.

[@Meefo__]

enjoy your journey! very jealous you get to listen to Tool for the first time

[@geraldwilson3559]

@@Meefo__ are you part of Tool?

[@Meefo__]

@@geraldwilson3559 nope, sorry!

[@HollyBynoe]

Welcome to the ride!!

[@lokinslawomir0793]

The Pot is my all time favorite by them, it could just be nostalgia for me.. but I love what the singer does with his voice in that song it sounds beautiful and the music at the beginning after the first verse sounds like a super nova exploding and then freezing in place while you get to wander around in it to see the wonder, it’s hard to describe I suppose that may sound stupid but I love it. Check it out!!

[@HairyHotDogz]

the way Danny talks about Maynard just shows how much he loves and respects him

[@KennyBarnett-n3k]

Maynard is peerless.

[@ThomasKaplinski-zf3xj]

Maynard is one of a kind !! As Danny explained!! I have been a big green jello, and Tool fan since 1990

[@enjoyevan]

How can somebody that good be so humble?

[@scottmartinetti4875]

I think he's so good because he is humble

[@doggity5149]

Learned from the best (Neil Peart :))

[@noahknauss1255]

Makes us love him all the more!

[@selkirk154]

maynard is like that too, bunch of humble geniuses

[@Anorectic.Bumblebee]

You can only become so good from a place of humbleness and surrender an ego will never be able to play music like that

[@SudsRegal]

Playing with Jeff Buckley and Carole King, owning Rick James's mixing console and playing for Tool. That in itself is a snapshot into the musical diversity that is Danny Carey. What a superb interview and window into this outstanding musician. As always Rick, you get the best from the best! I could have easily watched a few more hours of you talking to Danny. Thank you.

[@Neuri]

Jeff and Rick talk about playing with Danny to God..

[@jasonoxley6125]

I would love to hear the recordings of Jeff and Danny.

[@rubaidaallen2764]

And Skinny Puppy another fave of mine. I had no idea he’s friends with Cevin Key.

[@HowardND9]

That’s esteemed company…divine even.

[@tripprogers4814]

Rick, this one may be the best. The greatest interviews aren't interviews at all.. they're conversations.

[@BullyMaguire4ever]

His studio should be a historic museum some day. Tool Land.

[@PeterPaoliello]

"Tool Shed" maybe? Nahh

[@Whitewater11]

Can I buy my lifetime pass now?

[@ryanzeigler9763]

@@PeterPaoliello that's the fan club name, or it was in the 90's.

[@Wanderlust073]

@@ryanzeigler9763 hah, cool to see people still remember that site

[@4Realzeaz]

Aenimasium

[@rpm2friedchickengasoline559]

getting to hear ROSETTA STONED & PNEUMA live at the same show was unbelievable!!!

[@xgreco]

A super group with Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, Danny Carey and Steve Vai will play King Crimson 80s material - hence Danny's t-shirt. Great interview!

[@drummerboycroy]

I am so glad Rick started this channel. God-tier interviewer with god-tier subjects. Perfect every time. I’m always amazed how effortlessly he figures out how each subject wants to be treated. Just perfect.

[@MatchFishingFilms]

I went to see TOOL on Thursday and Danny’s performance blew me away. Incredible to watch live.

[@Iamthenoi]

I was there too and Danny really fucking turned up! Was so epic to hear and see him perform again

[@jcriley7695]

I've been lucky to see them 3 times when i lived in the US in Cali, sick concerts....everyone!

[@billywilson4908]

I love the technical conversations Rick has with these artists, as a seasoned multi-instrumentalist. Takes these interviews to the next level.

[@rubaidaallen2764]

Yes! I’m not a musician so I couldn’t possibly understand music from that perspective, but it’s always fascinating to me to hear super talented musicians like Danny Carey talk about their instruments, set up, techniques etc. What a fascinating guy Danny is and Tool is just spectacular 👏👏👏👏

[@Olysterz]

They also seem to enjoy it

[@BigTyronie]

Yea it gets too boring otherwise. For listeners too i think.

[@BrassAttack1]

This is not an "interview" It is two gentlemen having a very interesting and intelligent "conversation" Thank you for doing this!

[@nickcds3419]

No one approached drum composition like this guy. It’s not just how absolutely talented he is at PLAYING but his parts are always insane.

[@taunokekkonen5733]

Finally someone gets it! He's not the most technical drummer (shoot me), but he is a genious in composing groovy parts in odd times snd songs. No one composes drums like Danny. Many can play his parts, but no one really comes up with parts like he does.

[@musicismath5820]

@@taunokekkonen5733wdym he’s extremely technical though. Like one of the best technical drummers alive.

[@chrisdavis8399]

Neal Peart did…

[@taunokekkonen5733]

@@musicismath5820 no.

[@KuroKoopa]

​@@taunokekkonen5733He's incredibly technical....whatchu mean?

[@Crashinginthesamecar1]

I could listen to Danny talk forever. He’s such a humble and beautiful person. I strive to be like him.

[@Tooldruid]

Danny is so much more than “just a drummer.” One of the most humble and down to earth “stars” out there.

[@mudcast]

Yes. I just get a good feeling about him 🥁👍

[@kristopherthomas7166]

I went to Tool’s Detroit music clinic on May 16, 2019. Tickets were $500 but it cost me about $3k to get to it. Had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with Adam, Danny and Justin and it’s an experience I’ll Carey with me my whole life. Danny is something of a shaman. He’s a magical creature. I feel like I weirded Adam out a bit because I asked him if he knew in 1992 that he would be the gen X Led Zeppelin and I think he got a little offended. He kinda stumbled and fumbled for an answer for me and then Danny kinda picked it up for him and said “We didn’t set out to be our generations anything. We just liked playing together and I think that’s probably true for led zeppelin as well. Our audience determines if we’re iconic or successful and you guys showed up for us.” Legends. These guys are indescribable in their humility and just their passion and love for the music they make. Beato has that same passion and love for music. I can’t express how much I appreciate this conversation. Goosh!!!!

[@parkercushingable]

Man that sounds like it would be a really fun experience!

[@mattyisinSD]

playing for a band making such complex, intense, mystical music for decades, and being an artist with such massive amounts of skill and focus, Danny is such a friendly, selfless, down-to-earth, chilled-out dude. it's awesome to see a career musician NOT get beaten down and wrung out by the 'man' or the business. legend.

[@carlonbass]

Very well put!

[@16bitseth]

I second that, I've known him for years. He's such a good guy!

[@benmayo1630]

Yeah you can tell he’s not really into the whole I’m better than you because I’m famous or whatever. He seems very very grounded and just genuinely a good human being.

[@dvrds]

Thats real self esteem and humility for all of us to learn

[@Thumper17559]

Best comment ever. 👍

[@andrewrobinson4432]

I love how he just seems like a guy trying to figure out his craft. He's a total genius and acts like he has so much to learn. Such a class act.

[@BasilFarano]

Danny Carey genuinely sounds like one of the nicest human beings on earth. What a talent and what an incredible bond his bandmates in Tool have. He has every right to be proud of what they do. Great band. One of the greatest all-time of any genre.

[@JessReckless427]

Yes!!

[@JazzzRockFuzion]

Cat is wearing a King Crimson ‘Beat’ T-shirt - full points awarded

[@Puj0]

You know he will be drumming with Adrian Belew, Steve Vai and Tony Levin in new band called Beat? They will play three KC albums from "Beat era"

[@yukas1ngas]

​@@Puj0 Yeah. That's fantastic news ❤

[@VDGG2112]

@@Puj0 Rather see BB with them.

[@danielsutton6873]

If you listen to King Crimsons album 'Discipline' you will hear small notes where you can tell they were an influence on Tool

[@irskn]

​@@danielsutton6873I knew Crimson was an influence on Tool, but Discipline live is where I first heard the link between the two bands. Amazing stuff.

[@michaelkoch3251]

As an aussie, hearing Danny mention The Divinyls was so awesome. Chrissy Amphlet was a goddess of aussie music, and completely underrated in the history of rock

[@deadreckoning292]

What an amazingly humble and ultra talented man. I love how he respects and admires the other guys in the band too. That’s WHY they’re still together. Great interview, Rick 👍

[@crispycremesful]

The way he speaks about Maynard makes the hair on my arms standup. Love for your brother, nothing like it. The brilliance of these 4 guys has dominated my life since I was a kid. I’m as obsessed now as I was when I was 16.

[@rubaidaallen2764]

Absolutely. I heard an interview a few years ago where Adam Jones was talking about his band mates. He spoke about each of them with so much love and respect. Paraphrasing here, “I’m so happy Danny Carey’s in our band, I could cry.” That’s such a lovely thing to say 🥹🤘

[@hectormendoza7261]

@@rubaidaallen2764 Do you have a link or name of that interview? Sounds interesting to hear

[@nickj6608]

Adam interviewed by Chris Jericho from Fozzy has Adam say he’s so happy he has “the best drummer in the world” in his band

[@crispycremesful]

@@nickj6608 yes sir. I’ve seen that

[@rubaidaallen2764]

@@hectormendoza7261 It’s from a Tool clinic Adam did in 2014. I don’t have the link but type in Tool archive in the search, which has some pretty cool Tool stuff from over the years 😊

[@natefalardeaudrums]

I cant believe that not a single Tool song has every been recorded to a click. mind blown.. his timing and feel is so flawless

[@meganbeshear8644]

Danny IS the click. 😊

[@kasperrieberg3495]

Sorry to ask, but what does click means in musik recording ?

[@albino_penguin2268]

@@kasperrieberg3495 Its an audio track that just plays clicks at a regular interval. The band (especially the drummer) listen to it, which allows them to all stay in time during the song.

[@cherrypepsi2815]

@@albino_penguin2268 Just say metronome lmao

[@johncarry5989]

Tbh it didn't suprise me. Having a click on some Tool songs would just send me West with some of those polyrhythms.

[@STERNWAERTS]

I'm 30 and have been a fan of Tool for half of my life. I'm seeing them for the first time on June 8th. This is gonna be epic.

[@kbd777]

I went a few months ago it was awesome have fun!

[@wdrumz]

There were amazing last November in Allentown, PA. Unreal live.

[@dreuaustin]

They're still in top form! It'll blow you away.

[@baluchon2505]

Dude I'm seeing them on June 5th! It is my second time seeing them and the first one was the best show I had seen in my life. Hope you have a blast!

[@meatwax]

Ride the spiral, my dude

Danny is so humble and appreciative, you can just tell he’s a great human being who’s one of the best drummers to grace us🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@cosmicsurfer4963]

Rick is the perfect person to interview these musicians. He's a top notch musician himself and has such a vast knowledge of music, instruments, studio recording and so much more. This was a incredible episode without a doubt.

[@DrumdumsOfficial]

So glad Danny mentioned Genesis as an influence. Early 70s Genesis doesn’t get mentioned enough. Phil Collins stick work was impeccable in their proggy days. Tool is my favorite band. Danny Carey is my favorite drummer. Mad respect here.

[@federruchi6147]

Foxtrot and selling england are just... Chef's kiss

[@djshad1885]

Phil Collins was one of the best drummers period...rock jazz all styles. Legend. Danny loved Phils impeccably dynamic mastery.

[@Dee-x9f]

Also, his stuff with Brand X....

[@federruchi6147]

@@Dee-x9f yeah. Unorthodox behavior has some of my favorite drum sounds

[@mustafakhan519]

Trick Of The Tail also has great drumming👍🏼❤

[@ZertusDarkSun]

I remember listening to Tool in the mid 90s and they were so mysterious. It was tough to even find a clear picture of them. Now they're out here doing interviews. Wild.

[@curtx88]

I know, their website in the early 2000’s added a lot to the mystique. Part of what interested me in the band. It was hard to find interviews back then but it was possible. An mp3 of a radio show… those were the days

[@sleepydragonzarinthal3533]

All of their early interviews, 90% of what they said was trolling the interviewer and the fans, and you couldn't tell what the 10% legit was, if it was even that much. They take the music seriously but not themselves, so until recently, all we knew of Tool was that they were weird but committed artists who loved some hallucinogens.

[@anthellis]

I remember buying the cassette for sober. My parents found it and opened it and say all the art work inside. They were not happy that I was listening to the “devil’s music”. lol.

[@patrickolivier1]

@@anthellishahahaha. U Just described my childhood man lol

[@danieltrochei4544]

@@curtx88 was that toolshed???? i remember reading the FAQ section about 100 times a day hahaha

[@jeremywhite5762]

Hands down hats off by far the greatest drummer interview I've ever seen huge thank you to Rick and Danny for being so down to earth and providing us with his beautiful insight

[@secularZoo]

It's incredible to me that Rick knows enough drums to talk tech to a drum guru but still give a decent interview that's not boring to us non-drummers

[@maynardburger]

He's a producer. If he didn't know enough about drums to be able to talk about them, he'd be a bad producer.

[@BeatsbyBlanch]

Dude is MASSIVE in a literal and metaphorical sense. He’s built like a tank. Makes sense why tools rhythm is so powerful.

[@xtraspecialj]

Yeah, it hardly looks like Rick and Danny are the same species... Danny is a giant and Rick is just a regular puny human next to him.

[@BeatsbyBlanch]

@@xtraspecialj explains why he usually dons basketball jerseys when he performs.

[@lindapryor3747]

@@xtraspecialjHe’s 6’5”. Neil Peart was 6’4”. Big guys with big talent!

[@ryu-ken]

He played college ball as a PF lol

[@bassplayer10]

Huge but humble it seems.

[@freddysign]

Now understand. The Danny's shirt was a clue about the project he's working currently. What a genius. Amazing interview.

[@saltushachalmers]

What a beautiful, humble and truthful person Danny is. WOW! 😍

[@fullcircle8564]

Not only was this one of the best Danny Carey interviews. It was the best TOOL interview we have ever gotten information wise. Thank you 🙏

[@andresmarin5328]

It´s amazing how this huge musician talks about Maynard with such respect. After all this time he respects his partners, being himself a titan.

[@tylerao]

The greats find the band , they find the people on their wavelength, then they make magic happen. It doesn’t just happen in music, such is the way of life. Great attracts great

[@matthewd6306]

You can tell Danny has so much love for Maynard both as a friend/person and as a musician.

[@OliverWalker1978]

I remember an interview from 2002 where Danny said that when the Tool members get together, the result is so much more than the sum of the parts. For me this sums up their entire career.

[@cornerstoneinme]

I am not an mucsician. I am a listerner. I am old. Been listening since -71. First time I heard Tool........My brain got hot, I really had to expand like in school when it was difficult. I was over 40. Now I have passed 60. Always waiting for the next album. Big hug to Rick. Love you Danny, I will never get dement by lazyness:). Love from Sweden.

[@menotyou8369]

First time I heard tool it was like all my life there was a tiny hole in my brain that got filled, like a key opening a lock.

[@francisauclair1561]

I'm not even a musician but I loved this interview. His drumming makes me crazy, I love his sound and his vision of music.

[@hunterfitch5951]

It's so refreshing to watch an interview with a member of Tool and have them actually talk about... Tool!

[@keithk1559]

I was just talking to my buddy who is a HUGE Tool fan, like myself, about that. Maynard seems like he would rather talk about anything other than Tool which is odd to us. To each their own but I don't get it. ✌️✝️

[@Boston_420]

​@keithk1559 Maynard has never kept it a secret how much he hates tool and tool fans its all in the lyrics and innuendo of his comments I think maynard would've been content playing weird music in clubs then tool happened

[@hunterfitch5951]

@@Boston_420You don't understand his humor

[@keithk1559]

@@Boston_420 Yeah, I know, but like I said I just don't get it. "Buy my fucking record, Buy, Buy Buy"... I just think it's a shame, that's all. ✌️✝️

[@Boston_420]

@@hunterfitch5951 I get it just fine I'm a sarcastic smart ass myself we can smell our own but he's never been overly friendly to tool fans and clearly doesn't enjoy it much anymore just how he makes living cashing the tool checks but I get it Maynard was never a one band mega band type of artist

[@IHamilton9320]

To speak with Danny is genuinely a bucket list-level experience but to do it IN THE ORIGINAL ROOM 😱 I’d imagine that was really special. Thoroughly enjoyed this. Thank you both for your tremendous contributions to the love of art and of music. In the current space it can be easy to dilute the magic into something that just feels thin, and creators like you revitalize the fire in myself and many others. I’m off to my yearly Tool discog binge

[@perkushin]

I'm 45 and played since I was 12, and Danny has forgotten more about drums than I'll ever know. This dude is incredible.

[@solid3451]

That studio experienced a lot of great stuff we didn't get to hear. Such a cool guys, keep it going!

[@YourCritic]

Danny is my favorite drummer of all time, I don't even have to think about it - and he genuinely comes across as a really nice guy. What I love about Tool, apart from their amazing music of course, is that they've stuck to the Tool sound over the decades. They never went through a dramatic style change like so many bands do. Every new album was still new and amazing, but it was undoubtedly Tool. A lendendary band set apart from all the rest.

[@royalred920]

They walk a fine line that way. Very different each album, but still the same like you said. I think it helps that they value taking time apart and playing with other people with different styles. Then when they get back together they have something fresh and unique to offer. I always thought that was the complete opposite of what Metallica did with Jason Newstead. He wanted to explore some different ideas, the band didn’t want any of it, and instead of letting him feel free to explore it with another band or project, they basically said either forget about it or leave. Suppressing creativity has never done any good. And IMO, their music has been awful since Jason left the band. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@thefluxcapacitor1]

I've met him before. He genuinely is a super nice guy. Wouldn't give me any pointers on programming the Mandala Pads with Battery (not as easy as one would think), but still a super nice guy. Lol.

[@Yith100]

I really enjoy hearing how normal danny seems, like not some crazy specific genius but just someone with a lot of passion for their craft.

[@kevinmccombs3201]

T00L live= 4 Sorcerers conjuring actual magic. They're so locked in every night! I'm convinced DC & Justin have a telepathic connection. It's like a pair of ice skaters performing their routine on a tightrope 🔧🪖🤘

[@KomischerMensch]

Love how humble great musicians can be …. And I really like how respectful he talkes about his bandmates and colleagues :-) So nice…

[@JNegative]

In 1994, at the age of 15, I stumbled upon 'Undertow' at the main public library in Wellington, New Zealand. It was a part of my weekly CD hunt for new artists. This album completely altered my musical journey. Danny is truly a legend!

[@austinhunt4260]

Did anyone else hear this at 35:44: “We just got done re-mastering ÆNIMA.” That’s the single most important part of this interview. They’re going to reissue ÆNIMA on vinyl for the first time since its release in 1996. For the vinyl community, this is MASSIVE news.

[@SatanDynastyKiller]

Probably not until it hits 30 years, when they get ownership back- it would not benefit them to release it so close to that point and lose possibly millions that would go to the record company.

[@reneharmsen5403]

It's crazy that Rick didn't ask the question 'WHY are you remastering?'

[@austinhunt4260]

I never knew about the 30 year default. So that’s what the delay has been? Waiting for 2026?

[@austinhunt4260]

I guess it’s not Rick’s focus, but yeah. Missed opportunity to learn some critical info for fans.

[@h.p.1436]

Anyone with an original copy of ÆNIMA on vinyl should consider selling soon. That's gonna be a MASSIVE drop in value if/when a reissue drops.

[@TechnoAgape]

as a 52yo drummer it makes my heart happy to hear him talk about click tracks, and music breathing...

[@djshad1885]

Full dependence on using metros or Click tracks are turning these kids learning today into mechanical AI robots completely void of proper dynamics. Sad that because of youtube young drummers today put their focus more on sounding anything but human. Theyre not breathing...theyre living drum machines.

[@jaywilcock2062]

He's 62!!

[@thebob01]

@@jaywilcock2062 And still kicking ass on the kit!

[@jaywilcock2062]

@@thebob01 one of the best to ever do it!!!

[@AmericanHorse-sg9oc]

What an absolute nice person. So humble. A genuine, kind soul. I don't think he realizes how much he means to us, GENX.

[@RedMercuryBluesBand]

Beato is the master of letting his interviewee just talk!

[@travincal1]

Danny is just such a nice and genuine guy. He's always smiling and putting out tons of positive energy.

[@antiv]

He’s a good dude 👍🏾

[@IceKoldKilla]

I got into Tool in 2015 so VERY late. I'm only 31 but man, they quickly became my favorite band. It's everything for me. The instruments, the polyrhythms, the lyrics and subject matter, the tones, the production, the aesthetic, the artwork (shout-out Alex Grey for much of it), the tours, the music videos, the meaning behind the band. It's all incredible and when you say what Tool stands for, it's truly the best gift one could receive, as long as they receive it with open arms. A tool for life. Use their music as a tool to help you work through something, get over something, grow, look back, become stronger, to kill the ego, to become a better human overall, essentially. That's the hope. And in my case I can confidently say it helped me so much. You guys got me through extreme pain. I mean losing everyone I loved pretty much by the age of 28-30. Grandparents on my mother's side, grandmother on my father's side, uncles, aunts, close friends, my shitty dad who was never around and finally the most important, my mother. She did everything and literally sacrificed her time on this Earth to raise me and my younger brother. She gave it her all. She worked multiple jobs, moved countries in hopes to provide a better life and guess what, despite our horrible luck for many years, she taught me a lot. And I love her tremendously. Without her I wouldn't be here. Actually I'd probably legit be dead. Especially if I had a mother who didn't care. But despite not always being available, she tried her very best, even when she didn't speak the language. Most people can't say they did that for their children. So I consider myself EXTREMELY lucky. Everywhere we went she stepped her game up, stepped up to the plate, did the impossible when everyone told her it couldn't be done. Despite all this I have yet to grow. And I have unfortunately many issues both mental health wise now but also financially. So I still have my own growing to do. Many my age would be starting to settle. I feel I'm only getting started and haven't even followed my dreams yet. What am I waiting for? Good question.... Sorry for the long rant. I tend to speak too much. Apologies. TL;DR: TOOL is Life. And Life is TOOL.

[@thetroubledmonk]

Welcome to the family. Glad you are here. Do you have a favorite album?

[@rubaidaallen2764]

There’s no such thing as getting into Tool late. I saw 6 year olds at the show a few weeks ago. All are welcomed as far as I’m concerned. So happy this amazing band means so much to you. They’ve brought nothing but joy to me. I absolutely love them. Welcome to the fam 🤘

[@stephenvenables3179]

Only discovered Tool about 3 years ago from a friend's recommendation. Great stuff.

[@IceKoldKilla]

@@thetroubledmonk Oh I became obsessed for ages. Now I have 2 jobs and a girlfriend so it's harder nowadays but I still absolutely love them. I personally would call Ænima or 10,000 Days my favorite. The 2 songs Wings For Marie and 10,000 Days hold a special place in my heart. Reminds me of my mother who passed away recently. My only family who actually cared about me. Everyone else died or doesn't speak to me. It's just too beautiful and I got a band to play it for her before she passed. It was amazing.

[@IceKoldKilla]

@@stephenvenables3179 That's amazing! What's your favorite stuff so far?

[@accidentalpatient4152]

Always loved how normal and humble Danny is, seems like such a genuinely nice man which is made even better by how much of a worldclass virtuoso he is. He doesnt clutch at his pearls of skill like Ginger Baker and others do/did

[@13christbane]

this! this is why he will always be my favorite

[@drewScott-sl7df]

Shout out to Rick - you interview musicians how music fans want musicians to be interviewed. Your questions are spot on. Thank you for interviewing Danny. Brilliantly done. 👏

[@billmozart7288]

My mom is going to be stoked to learn that one of my favorite drummers played with one of her favorite singer/songwriters

[@PaintGuy]

Danny was my neighbor for many years in Hollywood. He was also a customer at a shop I worked at so I met him many times. He was always super nice to me and down to earth. I miss seeing him around haha. Great interview Rick!

[@Aftermost3590]

The way Danny talks about MJK is so wholesome

[@federicoresendiz3617]

Funny enough, sounds like MJK may have been talking about Danny with the “I can’t hear me!” -“You’re DEAF.” he mentioned in his interview.

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

Apparently because May was practically kid when they met.

[@Palpitacje]

@@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power what? they are 3 years apart xD

[@rushiron8867]

That type of couch is hands down at every Studio ever. Comfy as fuck

[@ThePwig]

He’s really the best. I emailed him decades ago and he replied. Very thoughtful and nice guy.

[@Trepanation21]

Oh man, Danny is such a joyous guy! His enthusiasm and humility is so enjoyable to experience, I can only imagine how great you felt in that space talking to him! Thank you SO MUCH for getting this arranged and for sharing it with us, Rick. This is a real treat for fans, and IMO, a really valuable contribution for the books. Thank you for this! (I'm still watching!)

[@eyesofchild]

Joyous. Perfect description!!!

[@iwanelzinga3367]

He completely gave away that they’ve just remastered Aenima for a new vinyl release in this brilliant interview. A remastered vinyl of the best record ever made.. nearly made me weep. I will pay crazy money for that! 😮😮😮

[@AimlessAbyss]

I heard that and it's got me stoked!

[@elirobillard3451]

That was a really great game to watch. Crazy close, great shots and rounds throughout. Thank you for posting these tourneys!

[@KainedbutAble123]

A true genius. If you haven’t seen the drum-cam of him playing Pneuma, go watch it! 🤯

[@alynbailey6031]

So true. I watch that about 50 times a week.

[@Olysterz]

Go see all of his other drum cams !

[@taylorcollins369]

I watch it once a month, don’t worry

[@tombiby5892]

I want to but it seems like that’s the only one in existence. Or at least the only one KZbin recommends me.

[@thebob01]

He makes the most complex and intricate rhythms look effortless

[@crayb420]

He summons the spirits of both Jon Bonham and Neil Peart by channeling their energy through his drumming

[@slim-faley9861]

This is the coolest interview I have ever seen. I heard Eulogy on the radio when I was about 7 years old and the rest is history. TOOL has changed my life in so many ways.

[@mandalorian48]

This was fantastic. It was cool to see Rick's interview with him for the King Crimson tribute tour, but this is what every Tool fan hopes for. Such a great guy to listen to. So humble about his amazing talent & an absolute Genius behind the kit. For me, Danny is the best drummer alive. Thx for this, Rick. You've checked off almost every box I could hope for with these 90's based, long-form interviews. Plz keep 'em coming. 🤘😎

[@cujo52]

one of the most iconic drummers of rock. he may be one of the last handful of drummers that we all know his name. his sound is outstanding

[@JimmyMiller31]

Saw Tool 3 times on this last tour. First night was at Mohegan Sun in CT. Second night was Mohegan Sun, again.. I bought a ticket the moment I woke up that morning. I was so blown away from the night before that I absolutely needed to go back again. I couldn’t miss it. And the third show was at MSG. All three shows were incredible.

[@Skute]

Dude. Almost exactly the same. Saw them the first night and my wife was just blown away obsessed. As we’re driving home a friend of a friend offers us tickets on a discount. Get back to MA, call out of work, secure child care and basically head right back. 2 amazing nights.

[@MrEcarlson462]

Hell yeah, I saw them for the 13th, 14th and 15th time this time around. Allentown, Philly, and night one at MSG.

[@CorpseBride64]

We were there the second night. It was my son's first TooL show. He was blown away. I had seen them a few times, but it was wonderful to watch my son appreciate them so much. 💕

[@stephen9302]

Seem Tool 3 times. Brilliant, spectacular and AMAZING live show. Once in a generational band.

[@davespin9034]

Danny Carey is my favorite drummer. I had no idea he was such a giant!! A GIANT GOAT 🐐