While Maynard is not on substances, you hit the nail on the head for what the song is about: This song is about a friend of the band who is an addict and struggles with it but can only create when under the influence!
That moment when he’s reaching out… about @8:10… you looked away and said “woah”. First time I saw this performance, I was absolutely transfixed. But at the moment he reached out, screaming, WHY… I inexplicably BURST into tears. (And I’m NOT a crier). Even after all this time, it still kicks me in the gut. Every time. I’ve been spiraling out with Tool since junior high, early 90’s. And their music just got better and better over the next 30+ years. Wings for Marie pt 2 aka 10,000 Days is my absolutely favorite. It got me thru the hardest time of my life. That song so powerfully allows you to feel ALL of the emotions associated with loss: the grief, the sadness, despair… but also the rage and anger and even disgust at the injustice of it all. IMO, it’s among the most beautiful pieces of music EVER created. Great reaction. Keep going!
Anthony, you have got to do a reaction to “46 & 2.” imo, that is one of the only songs written that can be studied in music theory, poetry/literature, AND psychology.
The Godzilla song is Kashmir by Led Zeppelin. Tools live performances are pretty cool. They have changed as they have gotten older but still the visuals are out of this world and they are pretty much play like a machine.
I don't know Maynard personally but He does own a winery Only drugs I have read of him admitting to (i dont view weed as a drug, personally) - he has done Mushrooms and Ayuasca (sp?) for "spiritual growth, more like a ritual type experience than the let's party hard tonight vibe In 48hrs, i will be in Oklahoma City to see them live for the first time (Fan since first hearing "Sober" on MTV, when it was released).
@@hyplerai hopefully you can. I missed them when they were in KC, thought about Minneapolis (because it was ON Halloween), opted for a 5+ hour drive to OKC instead.
I also wanted to say you should listen to Maynard's 3rd band, A Perfect Circle. I would suggest 3 Libras (the live one on Jay Leno), or The Outsider live.
They are coming to Amsterdam in may. You won't regret going. They even managed to have a truly magical show with great sound in the Brabanhal in Leuven back in the/my days,. Second most magic evening of my life.
You'll find out Maynard sings in very contorted positions in earlier concerts. It's amazing the power he can produce when he's bent over below his knees and swaying back and forth. Maynard just received his black belt in Jujitsu.
I’m usually pretty singer-centric. I gravitate towards singer/songwriters and bands win me over first based on their singer. Maynard is a frigging genius, in my opinion. Above and beyond songwriter. Incredibly skilled vocalist. Incredible performer. But Tool is SO AWESOME that no matter how mesmerizing and captivating Maynard is, there can be a 6 minute section of song with zero vocals and I can totally forget that there’s a singer. He comes back in and I’m like “oh yeah… vocals”. I cannot think of any other band like that. Astonishing levels of skill and talent. Each man, a master of what he’s doing.
After seeing how TOOL does shows now, especially indoors with all the visuals, seeing them outside with none of that seems like it's lacking. Don't get me wrong this is a great performance, I just like how they've developed.
Maynard was the center of attention early on; like most “frontmen.” He did some really entertaining things. But over all, now concerts are better in how they sound. I saw them in the late 90’s and then again in 2019. Both “styles” have their pros. And really no cons. Unless you HAVE to have someone out in front. I imagine the current style might not do it for some people.
Maynard doesn’t have stage fright, he has been on record many times saying he doesn’t want to be the focal point. He wants to showcase the band and music. Plus he said also with all the lights from the advancement of production on the tool shows and others he prefers not to be blinded by all the light and lasers.
I saw a comment on the live that said Maynard has performed from the back of the stage since Aenima onward. That’s not correct. Aenima came out in 1996 and between then and when Lateralus came out I saw them twice and he was in front. Singing from the back probably start after Lateralus or 10000 days albums. One time he was painted half blue and half red. He basically engaged in performance art while he sang. I think he did it to escape his stage fright but hats just my little theory. They are so amazing live. I saw them in 2019 when they released their new album: Unbelievable.
Fact Maynard has confirmed he didn't move to the side of the drums because of stage fright lol. He moved for sound reasons. BTW he isn't hiding behind the drums, he is set up next the drums on both sides he has risers he sings from. Anyone willing to wear a bra and g-string on stage doesn't have stage fright.
@@paulyotwn yea I know he moved because it’s more practical. Better sound etc. what I meant is that my theory was that he was engaging in performance art early in his career somewhat as way to deal with the stage fright. Unless the stage fright narrative was always myth. There are plenty of those due to how secretive they were and the disinformation they would intentionally put out there.
The song you were thinking of is called Come With Me by P Diddy and Jimmy Page, originally known as Kashmir by Led Zepplin, same instrumentation with a P Diddy rap. Cause everything had to be rap at the time.
the end verse...i want what i want......you cant change if you dont want it, and his dead ass on point portrayal of the addict who is caught in the cycle, but isnt ready to give it up
Man, I'm glad the people in the chat were right there to explain the performance to you in the sense of him acting out the song. Too many reactions where the reactor is just confused by it.
Try listening to another song off of Fear Inoculum, I suggest Invincible, Decending, or 7empest. They only get better with age, like a fine wine. Yes pun intended. If you didn't know Maynard owns and helps run 3 wine vineyards.
Maynard James Keenan is a musical genius! He’s also got two other bands I think you’d like. Perfect Circle and Puscifier both have great tunes that do different subjects.
Saw Tool in small club aeons ago, fantastic. A fantastic band! They nearly released no singles to promote an album which always become no. 1 in US. When I now think of Tool is that KILLING JOKE was supporting them on their US tour, the band that had a huge influence on many successful band like Metallica, etc. Even Dave Grohl played drums on one album...arr, Gordie Walker passed away too early. Jaz Coleman seeing live is such an energie, a master on stage. If you like see here th-cam.com/video/vm-KQSaW8Gs/w-d-xo.html
Tool has always put their music first meaning they do not party, or use substances. They take the job very seriously. The bass player is Paul D'Amour the original player who quit in 1995. Justin Chancellor replaced Paul, and the band has remained ever since. This is the rare instance where Maynard is in the front. In all three bands (Tool, A Perfect Circle. and Puscifer) he is usually on the side so that the focus is the music, and not him.
9:39 That is Kashmir by Led Zeppelin which was sampled by (I think?) P-Diddy in the early 2000's. I think you might be right about it being in a Godzilla movie. That sounds familiar to me.
All I can say is Maynard is INTENSE onstage. But I’ve met him after a couple of shows (we have mutual friends) and he’s sober as a church and super polite. He just puts on a hell of a show. But that couldn’t be farther from him as a person.
It’s ironic that you had that talk about substances bringing out creativity in an artist. This song is about a musician they knew that said he was only creative when he was on something. Check out the Philadelphia 1992 show to see him at his most intense. He never even freaking blinks. It’s nuts. Early greatness from them all
He wrote this based on one of his friends that would get wasted because it made him more creative. It was a cycle of him getting sober then getting back on to write "better".
You need to check out the longer video that includes Maynard being interviewed at the concert. You can tell he's not on any substances. He's a very artistic performer.
He's a performance artist. 1000% You should see some of the other getups he wears with Puscifer(one of his other bands). He's a little more reserved with A Perfect Circle.
Def emoting from the song, but some “stage fright” too. In APC and Tool Maynard’s staged in the back, not the focal point. And he’ll often sing to the side of the stage not out towards the audience.
I really enjoy your reactions, but also just you talking. You have a great speaking voice! I know that’s a random comment, but I try to compliment good things I see
I love this performance so much. The one time I've seen them live, he spent as little time on stage as possible, going backstage during instrumental parts. The whole band just stood still the whole time. It sounded great but there was no stage presence and it kinda felt like a waste of money. I could have just listened to the album and gotten the same basic experience
Maynard is not free from addiction, despite not being on substance. He has spoken about his sex addiction a little bit. I believe thats what his song "The Package" is about with his other Band, A Perfect Circle.
This is not substances - he is totally stage freaked - this is him compensating for being terrified to be front and centre. In modern concerts, you never see him, he sits back behind the spotlight.
Always these stage fright comments are just bs. He stays in the back only with Tool because it fits their style and likes to think of his voice as an instrument. He usually is always in front while performing in his other bands.
I'm really sorry to say. But most of the people in the chat gave some very erratic facts about Maynard... Just watch his interview at Joe Rogan's podcast and you'll understand why he wrote this song... And you'll also learn a lot about him. He never did acid (LSD) or any other shit btw. He only drinks wine... once in a while lol
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The Godzilla song sampled the Led Zepplin song Kashmir, but I can see how you connected the sound. Very similar.
While Maynard is not on substances, you hit the nail on the head for what the song is about: This song is about a friend of the band who is an addict and struggles with it but can only create when under the influence!
Facts
That moment when he’s reaching out… about @8:10… you looked away and said “woah”. First time I saw this performance, I was absolutely transfixed. But at the moment he reached out, screaming, WHY… I inexplicably BURST into tears. (And I’m NOT a crier). Even after all this time, it still kicks me in the gut. Every time.
I’ve been spiraling out with Tool since junior high, early 90’s. And their music just got better and better over the next 30+ years.
Wings for Marie pt 2 aka 10,000 Days is my absolutely favorite. It got me thru the hardest time of my life. That song so powerfully allows you to feel ALL of the emotions associated with loss: the grief, the sadness, despair… but also the rage and anger and even disgust at the injustice of it all. IMO, it’s among the most beautiful pieces of music EVER created.
Great reaction. Keep going!
Anthony, you have got to do a reaction to “46 & 2.” imo, that is one of the only songs written that can be studied in music theory, poetry/literature, AND psychology.
The Godzilla song is Kashmir by Led Zeppelin. Tools live performances are pretty cool. They have changed as they have gotten older but still the visuals are out of this world and they are pretty much play like a machine.
I also feel like “Brain Stew” by Green Day has a similar riff I can hear both these songs in sober.
Had me thinking Wake up Rage against the machine from the Matrix, but yeah, I can see both of those too. lol.
@@ddbbss7. you put Green Day in the same conversation with Tool and Zeppelin?
I don't know Maynard personally but
He does own a winery
Only drugs I have read of him admitting to (i dont view weed as a drug, personally) - he has done Mushrooms and Ayuasca (sp?) for "spiritual growth, more like a ritual type experience than the let's party hard tonight vibe
In 48hrs, i will be in Oklahoma City to see them live for the first time (Fan since first hearing "Sober" on MTV, when it was released).
Enjoy the show!!! I’m trying to make it to their Vegas show.
@@hyplerai hopefully you can. I missed them when they were in KC, thought about Minneapolis (because it was ON Halloween), opted for a 5+ hour drive to OKC instead.
I'll be at that show too.
It's going to rule. Have a blast. I'll be seeing them on the 13th.
Be there with ya mate. Long time fan, but will be my first concert. Been hooked on then since highschool
Listen to the band A Perfect Circle. Maynard's vocalist is there too. Songs Judith, Passive, Weak And Powerless....
I also wanted to say you should listen to Maynard's 3rd band, A Perfect Circle. I would suggest 3 Libras (the live one on Jay Leno), or The Outsider live.
They are coming to Amsterdam in may. You won't regret going. They even managed to have a truly magical show with great sound in the Brabanhal in Leuven back in the/my days,. Second most magic evening of my life.
You'll find out Maynard sings in very contorted positions in earlier concerts. It's amazing the power he can produce when he's bent over below his knees and swaying back and forth. Maynard just received his black belt in Jujitsu.
I’m usually pretty singer-centric. I gravitate towards singer/songwriters and bands win me over first based on their singer. Maynard is a frigging genius, in my opinion. Above and beyond songwriter. Incredibly skilled vocalist. Incredible performer. But Tool is SO AWESOME that no matter how mesmerizing and captivating Maynard is, there can be a 6 minute section of song with zero vocals and I can totally forget that there’s a singer. He comes back in and I’m like “oh yeah… vocals”. I cannot think of any other band like that. Astonishing levels of skill and talent. Each man, a master of what he’s doing.
Great reaction. If you wanna see some more overwhelmingly intense live performances from Tool, check out the live video for their song Third Eye
MJK is definitely on something, for sure. It's called a stage, and he's performing. 😁jk, I have no idea
One of the best live performances of all time!!!!
Beyond a doubt!!
After seeing how TOOL does shows now, especially indoors with all the visuals, seeing them outside with none of that seems like it's lacking. Don't get me wrong this is a great performance, I just like how they've developed.
Indoor shows are definitely better for all the visuals!
Maynard was the center of attention early on; like most “frontmen.” He did some really entertaining things. But over all, now concerts are better in how they sound. I saw them in the late 90’s and then again in 2019. Both “styles” have their pros. And really no cons. Unless you HAVE to have someone out in front. I imagine the current style might not do it for some people.
IT was the 90s just different
Maynard doesn’t have stage fright, he has been on record many times saying he doesn’t want to be the focal point. He wants to showcase the band and music. Plus he said also with all the lights from the advancement of production on the tool shows and others he prefers not to be blinded by all the light and lasers.
This was the first song I ever heard from Tool. Played it on repeat! Maynard is an ARTist.
I saw a comment on the live that said Maynard has performed from the back of the stage since Aenima onward. That’s not correct. Aenima came out in 1996 and between then and when Lateralus came out I saw them twice and he was in front. Singing from the back probably start after Lateralus or 10000 days albums. One time he was painted half blue and half red. He basically engaged in performance art while he sang. I think he did it to escape his stage fright but hats just my little theory.
They are so amazing live. I saw them in 2019 when they released their new album: Unbelievable.
Fact Maynard has confirmed he didn't move to the side of the drums because of stage fright lol. He moved for sound reasons. BTW he isn't hiding behind the drums, he is set up next the drums on both sides he has risers he sings from. Anyone willing to wear a bra and g-string on stage doesn't have stage fright.
@@paulyotwn yea I know he moved because it’s more practical. Better sound etc.
what I meant is that my theory was that he was engaging in performance art early in his career somewhat as way to deal with the stage fright. Unless the stage fright narrative was always myth. There are plenty of those due to how secretive they were and the disinformation they would intentionally put out there.
He is also in the band 'Perfect Circle'
The song you were thinking of is called Come With Me by P Diddy and Jimmy Page, originally known as Kashmir by Led Zepplin, same instrumentation with a P Diddy rap. Cause everything had to be rap at the time.
Really enjoyed your reaction to this epic and visceral performance by Maynard. Keep up the good work.
Can’t wait. Going to see them in OKC tomorrow. Check one more on the bucket list! Polyphia is next
the end verse...i want what i want......you cant change if you dont want it, and his dead ass on point portrayal of the addict who is caught in the cycle, but isnt ready to give it up
This is the very young “Tool”. They are all in their late 50’s/early 60’s now. 30 year old song, but still as relevant now as it was then.
Man, I'm glad the people in the chat were right there to explain the performance to you in the sense of him acting out the song. Too many reactions where the reactor is just confused by it.
This us an amazing video, I suggest checking out the studio version as well
Try listening to another song off of Fear Inoculum, I suggest Invincible, Decending, or 7empest. They only get better with age, like a fine wine. Yes pun intended. If you didn't know Maynard owns and helps run 3 wine vineyards.
Maynard James Keenan is a musical genius! He’s also got two other bands I think you’d like. Perfect Circle and Puscifier both have great tunes that do different subjects.
This is one of the most badass live performances of all time!!
Saw Tool in small club aeons ago, fantastic. A fantastic band! They nearly released no singles to promote an album which always become no. 1 in US.
When I now think of Tool is that KILLING JOKE was supporting them on their US tour, the band that had a huge influence on many successful band like Metallica, etc. Even Dave Grohl played drums on one album...arr, Gordie Walker passed away too early. Jaz Coleman seeing live is such an energie, a master on stage. If you like see here th-cam.com/video/vm-KQSaW8Gs/w-d-xo.html
Classic song, honestly my favorite from Tool
Method acting is a pretty good way of describing what he is doing.
First time catching one of your solo reacts, great job my friend
Omg, i haven't been listening to to Tool for so long!!!! I missed this shit! Snd they are soooo awsome live!!!! ☺️✌️💙🎵
👍 for the rock dads!
Tool is legendary
Tool has always put their music first meaning they do not party, or use substances. They take the job very seriously. The bass player is Paul D'Amour the original player who quit in 1995. Justin Chancellor replaced Paul, and the band has remained ever since. This is the rare instance where Maynard is in the front. In all three bands (Tool, A Perfect Circle. and Puscifer) he is usually on the side so that the focus is the music, and not him.
Someone in chat mentioned Maynard dropping acid: check out Third Eye, featuring sound clips from the late great Bill Hicks 🙏
MJK....there will never be another
Its a double negative "why CANT we NOT be sober" = "why CAN we be sober"
He didn't have stage fright. Have you seen his other performances? Watch the interview as to why he plays next to the drums now.
I have seen Tool few years ago. Beautiful show, abd he still hides behind Dannys drums or in the shadows
You reacted to this song. I requested this long ago on twitch. It was the music video with the claymation.
I know he hates to be called the lead singer, because he is the only singer
Idk if he was on something but his odd body posture was intentional for him performing the song.
The modern day Zeppelin, pushing the boundaries of music technicality….
The TOOL discography is Maynards journey to INDIVIDUATION, integration of his SHADOW.
9:39 That is Kashmir by Led Zeppelin which was sampled by (I think?) P-Diddy in the early 2000's. I think you might be right about it being in a Godzilla movie. That sounds familiar to me.
All I can say is Maynard is INTENSE onstage. But I’ve met him after a couple of shows (we have mutual friends) and he’s sober as a church and super polite. He just puts on a hell of a show. But that couldn’t be farther from him as a person.
It’s ironic that you had that talk about substances bringing out creativity in an artist. This song is about a musician they knew that said he was only creative when he was on something. Check out the Philadelphia 1992 show to see him at his most intense. He never even freaking blinks. It’s nuts. Early greatness from them all
Maynard always get into his performances 🤟
He wrote this based on one of his friends that would get wasted because it made him more creative. It was a cycle of him getting sober then getting back on to write "better".
Do the Salival Live version of 3rd Eye. Best performance video on the internet.
You need to check out the longer video that includes Maynard being interviewed at the concert. You can tell he's not on any substances. He's a very artistic performer.
He's a performance artist. 1000% You should see some of the other getups he wears with Puscifer(one of his other bands). He's a little more reserved with A Perfect Circle.
Is the Movie you're talking the Matrix and the song from Rage against the Machine - Wake up?
Bro Maynard is historically straight edge, like literally an anti drug dude
Def emoting from the song, but some “stage fright” too. In APC and Tool Maynard’s staged in the back, not the focal point. And he’ll often sing to the side of the stage not out towards the audience.
Fugg yeah
I really enjoy your reactions, but also just you talking. You have a great speaking voice! I know that’s a random comment, but I try to compliment good things I see
I love this performance so much. The one time I've seen them live, he spent as little time on stage as possible, going backstage during instrumental parts. The whole band just stood still the whole time. It sounded great but there was no stage presence and it kinda felt like a waste of money. I could have just listened to the album and gotten the same basic experience
Check Third Eye live Salival
I love this video, but the album lyrics have always been my favorite. Does anyone know why Maynard changed it up?
Maynard is not free from addiction, despite not being on substance. He has spoken about his sex addiction a little bit. I believe thats what his song "The Package" is about with his other Band, A Perfect Circle.
You like em, I ❤ em😁
Performance art….acting the part of the addict
Maynard was ALL IN
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This is not substances - he is totally stage freaked - this is him compensating for being terrified to be front and centre. In modern concerts, you never see him, he sits back behind the spotlight.
What Mike B said…..
Michael Jackson was choreography, not to be confused with performance art!
No, he is emulating addiction.
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I really hoped you listen to the original first so you know what it's supposed to sound like
But oh my god…please NEVER compare Tool to Linkin Park. At all.
9:43 do you mean RATM?
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Always these stage fright comments are just bs. He stays in the back only with Tool because it fits their style and likes to think of his voice as an instrument. He usually is always in front while performing in his other bands.
I'm really sorry to say. But most of the people in the chat gave some very erratic facts about Maynard... Just watch his interview at Joe Rogan's podcast and you'll understand why he wrote this song... And you'll also learn a lot about him. He never did acid (LSD) or any other shit btw. He only drinks wine... once in a while lol
Think of the song name and the lyrics . It’s about a band friend that was addicted to. Research before you ask stupid questions .
Imagine being the random person Maynard is staring at in the audience.
I saw Tool early in a club and that stare is disconcerting AF. 😂
You are an insult to reaction vids .
Back in '94 they were still eating loads of acid...so yeah, he was probably just trippin balls hahah.