Album Rating: 4.5

definitely sets the stage for Hooker, tone-wise ..

Album Rating: 4.0

"lol wat its an italian guy talking shit on a voicemail how would that be offensive at all?"



dude was obviously overstrung af but he had a seed of truth there

Way some dudes talk about these guys its like they're the second coming of Christ

Album Rating: 4.5

well, people tend to be like that when they really like a band.

Album Rating: 4.0

"Way some dudes talk about these guys its like they're the second coming of Christ"



i so used to be one of those guys. i'm not very proud of it

Tbf I've literally never heard anything by these dudes, where should I start?

Album Rating: 4.0

maybe since im american i dont see it lol but to me it would be like if i called the guy up and was like 'youre gonna choke on spaghetti you fuck'. like its so ridiculous and not even remotely offensive

Album Rating: 4.5

Aenima first, then Lateralus, then either this one or Undertow depending which of those two mentioned first you like better.



might as well start with Lateralus, it really doesn't matter all that much.

Album Rating: 4.0

@clay lateralus is probably where most people fall for the bad but its also a 70min prog metal album that takes itself seriously so it can be hella off putting. judging by your 5s I'd say start with aenima even though its definitely one of the harder ones to get into. 10k days is probably the most accessible

Album Rating: 4.5

Undertow is the most accessible, due to the simple song structures and short track lengths. This one has some of their most accessible single tracks though. I myself got interested in Tool because of Vicarious, so there's that. Undertow isn't representative of their overall sound though, so I'd say start with Aenima because it has a lot of heavy-hitting songs while still showing just how atmospheric they can get. It's a very versatile record.

Album Rating: 4.0

i feel you but i dont usually say simplicity = accessibility, in this case 10k days has more immediately impressive instrumentation, better and more modern production, and is a bit less aggressive than undertow despite being arguably heavier in some regards



the first few songs on undertow are definitely radio friendly outside of their lyrics tho and sober is by far their most accessible song so i really do get where your coming from maybe ur right

Album Rating: 4.5

It probably depends on what you're looking for as a music listener. 10,000 Days might be more accessible in the sense of it being able to convince music fans who are looking for something extraordinary, like uneven metres, weird structures, and a brooding atmosphere. Undertow, on the other hand, is easier to classify. It's still got a unique sound, but it's following a distinct style/genre. So it's more accessible for those who need some kind of point of reference.

so we're probably both right, depending on the situation

Album Rating: 4.0

"All the interludes on Aenima are great and add to the depth and scope of the record."



they're ok but totally skippable especially when tracks like hooker w/ a penis, pushit and third eye are waiting for you

Album Rating: 4.0

god pushit is so good

Album Rating: 4.5

Pushit is close to being my favorite Tool song tbh. It's just perfect.

Album Rating: 3.0

Not a big fan of Pushit.

Album Rating: 4.5

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Album Rating: 3.0

It just never did anything for me and I end up getting bored very fast. Skippable song

Album Rating: 4.0

pushit rules

Album Rating: 4.5

Pushit is amazing, but not the best on Aenima. The Salival version is 4 minutes longer and some would argue is the better version.