Tool performing during the Fear Inoculum 2nd Leg at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas on February 2, 2022, with Danny Carey, Justin Chancellor, Adam Jones, and Maynard James Keenan. (Photo: Ralph Arvesen)
Tool have their roots in Los Angeles. Frontman Maynard James Keenan moved to the city in the late '80s and, after a stint playing with costumed rockers Green Jellÿ, linked up with drummer Danny Carey and guitarist Adam Jones.
Together, the newly christened Tool made enigmatic rock music that incorporated elements of metal and prog and tackled somber subject matter in their lyrics and with elaborate, artistic music videos. The group's music resonated with audiences: Breakthrough songs such as "Sober" and "Stinkfist" were Top 20 rock radio hits, while Ænima LP peaked at No. 2 on the charts and included "Ænema," which won the Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance.
Nothing about Tool's dark, prog-leaning music is orthodox, and neither are the rock band's concerts. Unlike most vocalists, Maynard James Keenan prefers to hang back away from the front of the stage. Sometimes he's shrouded in darkness, and other times he's illuminated by colorful, immersive videos, and lets his bandmates take center stage. That frees up Tool's instrumentalists to let loose. Drummer Danny Carey pounds away with both finesse and aggression on a massive rig, while guitarist Adam Jones and bassist Justin Chancellor thrash and slash in mesmerizing ways.
Tool are no strangers to the road. In fact, they've learned from the best. In the 1990s, the band toured with groups like Corrosion of Conformity, Rage Against the Machine, and White Zombie, but grew popular enough to headline Lollapalooza 1997 and even do gigs with heroes King Crimson in the early '00s. These days, Tool are known for headlining festivals like Epicenter and Chicago Open Air — that is, when they're not headlining (and filling) arenas on their own tours.
Absolutely amazing, Tool keeps getting better! It was so wonderful to hear both old and new. Loved the performance, still reliving it in my head days after the show.Setlist for the show at the AT&T Center
Tool always lives Up to expectations. Great time last night with these guys! I've seen Tool at least a dozen times now and while some shows are certainly better than others, they never cease to amaze me. Some things really do get better with age!
Maynard is more than amazing, the bassist is unreal, the drummer is a beast, and the guitarist plays to my soul. I love Tool and I'm so glad I finally got this experience!
Tool put on on an amazing show, as always! This one seems extra special.
I've seen Tool before, but the visuals, made for an even more amazing experience. Maynard also hit the screams that you want to hear. 5/5 would attend again. Do not miss them on this tour.
Loved it! Tool never disappoints! They were awesome! Unlike any other band out there.
One of the best shows I've been to! Tool is amazing, and this show was even more so! Truly one of the best shows I've ever seen. Such a good time, great vibes in the crowd.
Excellent as always.
- Fear Inoculum
- Sober
- The Pot
- Pushit
- Pneuma
- The Grudge
- Right in Two
- Descending
- Hooker With a Penis
- Chocolate Chip Trip
- Culling Voices
- Invincible
Tool was the main act at the AT&T Center with guests Blonde Redhead. They continue across the United States and Europe with the last stop at the Budapest Arena in Budapest, Hungary on May 24, 2022.
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