He is actually in character…this song is about a friend of the band that only had artistic ability only when he is under the influence

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

That is a very interesting point of view for writing! Is there an interview or something where he is talking about this?

@daroldteitzel1649

10 ай бұрын

Glad you shared this

@ATAS66

10 ай бұрын

​@@annavaskelainenHi, beautiful woman! Do you remember Diana Ankudinova? Amazing new music video BAIKAL. The part of OST of SPIRIT OF BAIKAL. PLEASE REACT!

@brandonguindon7455

10 ай бұрын

WOW.....in never knew that. I had no idea. Thanks for sharing. Great BAND.....my favorite since High School

@brandonguindon7455

10 ай бұрын

​@@annavaskelainenI would also be interested to know that

The fact that you react in your language and English is everything. One of the best singers reacting to music videos. 💯

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Thank you SO much for this comment! 🥰

“Ok then.” Indeed. The emotion and strength of Maynard’s performance. Masterpiece.

This song is so powerful because it is so real. To many, this is a daily reality. You literally hate what you have become. Some find a way out, others don't. December 31. 2004, after 16 years, I was finally able to escape the grasp. May I never F'n go back there! Now let me turn this up!

@jeffreyes6236

6 ай бұрын

So true dude! I felt exactly the same way until I got sober on May 11, 2001. 22 years and countng!

@mostlike

6 ай бұрын

Well done to you both

During this performance, Maynard picked out one person in the crowd and focused on him/her. Ironically, he now owns and operates a vinyard and winery in Arizona. Cheers!

@Skurian_krotesk

10 ай бұрын

Woah i didn't know that. That has got to be a somewhat terrifying experience. To be the person in focus... I could not help but feel adressed.

@starla9

10 ай бұрын

I read a comment from someone who said Maynard picked them out as his person to focus on during a song. That meant eleven solid minutes of being aggressively stared at by him. I don't know if I could handle that.

4:03 the moment Maynard has your attention and almost makes you cry. Awesome to catch that on a vid!!

@Mebucko

13 күн бұрын

Nice catch yourself!

Tool is one of the greatest bands of all time, enjoy the journey

@andreasfriedrich7802

22 күн бұрын

Beautiful music off all time

Schism and 46 & 2 got me into playing bass. Absolutely legendary band

@martinmix7464

10 ай бұрын

I think, as a bass player myself, these are the two Tool riffs bass players always pick up.

@shatteredstiks7392

9 ай бұрын

46 & 2 and Stinkfist are so.deep.of lyrics they hit hard as well as sober

for complexity I recommend "Lateralus" or "Parabol/Parabola", for vocal extremes I suggest "Bottom", "The Grudge" or "The Pot". If you desire to "get" the sense of Tool try "46 & 2" "Aenima" or "Schism", those were their other most popular radio hits back in the 1990's.

@Tbanyas1

10 ай бұрын

These are all great recommendations!!

@Tbanyas1

10 ай бұрын

The best thing about tool is that the more you listen to them the more you will love/appreciate them. It’s like a fine wine. Plus you do not get sick of hearing their songs. I’m currently on a four year bender, where tool is my dominant band. I saw them first live in 1994 I think in Orlando at a college gym. Took a break from them for a while and then re-discovered there later artistry. And I’m infatuated with everything they’ve ever put out.

@pandapatches1926

10 ай бұрын

I suggest looking into his band A Perfect Circle if you want to truly see his ability and range.

@brandonguindon7455

10 ай бұрын

You NEVER get sick of hearing their songs, but at a certain point I realized just how much I miss their OLD SOUND. Maynard doesn't really sing like that anymore

@wizardotc87

10 ай бұрын

He’s turning 60 so yeah small wonder he doesn’t sing like he is in his 20’s anymore :) he’s amazing, seeing him in a week! Can’t wait!

Welcome to the beginning of the rabbit hole miss. They are a genre unto themselves. "Spiral out, keep going."

@GeorgeTropicana

26 күн бұрын

Oh god fucking CRINGE

I regard this song as a masterpiece of brooding and having torment; it can give me chills. It’s true that Maynard is quite in character, and I feel like he is almost an actor up on that stage. Not that he is creating a fictional character, but that he is so into his role that his performance reaches a higher, truer level of theatre.

I love the deep breath that people take after reacting to a Tool song for the first time. 😂❤

@annavaskelainen

9 ай бұрын

😅

@Vonderbraffle

9 ай бұрын

It's your brain trying to choose where to start because EVERYTHING is good.

I understand the song is about close friend of his and the band who felt he was creative only when under influence of substances, but the substances were destroying him. So either he was under influence and killing himself or sober and not making art he considered worthwhile. I am not sure which path he ultimately chose, but it is clear the torment and misery affected those around him deeply.

Tool was highly influential at this time and this song really hits home to many. You can feel the pain and loss he feels over the addiction his friend is fighting. This live performance has to rate as one of the best of this era. Great song to introduce you to TOOL!

His voice is incredibly strong and controlled for that intensity.

Finnish is such a beautiful language

Maynard is the only guy Ive ever seen that can scream at you with his eyes.

Easily one of the top ten live performances of the 90's. This is one of the most visceral performances of any era.

Tool is really incredible. Although this live performance quality is pretty low it is still great and you can see the story being told in the song. There are other songs with deeper meaning, but this one is definitely one to experience as a show!

Wow…..your the 1st reactor to actually hear the line “Why can’t we (NOT) be sober” most reactors don’t hear the word (Not) 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Great reaction ❤️

@lukesmusic

10 ай бұрын

Why CAN'T we not be sober.

4:55. One of Maynard’s best attributes, is that he can put himself in anyone’s shoes! His empathy surrounds his intelligence. I’m quite sure he is speaking for another, here. Maynard does this quite a lot.

@RunawayOcelot

10 ай бұрын

Yeah. His ability to convey emotion is uncanny

@maxsiehier

8 ай бұрын

"His empathy surrounds his intelligence." Great way of putting it!

Your perspective of the character portrayed by Maynard looking far into the distance is excellent, it's as if he doesn't want to be there so ignores the crowd and sings alone, not caring for the thousands in attendance.

Another incredible and equally gut-wrenching live performance is their live version of "Pushit" from Aenima, as performed on the live record Salival during the Aenima tour way back in 1997-1998. You can find it on youtube, and while there is no video of that particular performance, it is a transcendent performance, both musically and vocally. It is worth checking out both as a fan of music, and as a professional voice coach.

One of best videos on KZread

Stunning performance ........ It is definitely a heartfelt song for Maynard

Its 100% character. Maynard never messed with drugs.. The song is about a friend..

Welcome to the Tool experience. You are about to go down a rabbit hole with this band. Buckle up and enjoy the experience!

I think he's physically adding pain to the lyrics through his contorted posture.

Such a tease. Can't wait for this one!

Tool is a top 3 band all time for me. Always excellent live. Such a vast catalog of excellent music. Schism, The Pot, Vicarious, Stinkfist, The Grudge, AEnema, and my all time favorite Lateralus are all excellent options

I used to play this song in college when I was so numb I couldn't feel anything. I could feel this song at least.

"I will find a center in you, I will chew it up and leave. I will work to elevate you, just enough to bring you down". Addiction in a nut shell.

Tool is the most complex, emotional, dynamic band ever. Masterpiece after masterpiece.

How can you not fall in love with tool? Only gets better in time.

@annavaskelainen

7 ай бұрын

yup

The pain comes from his childhood. His mother was very sick for years and often bedridden. She eventually died. He has turned tragedy into art. That is the ultimate act of being human and makes life worth living.

@user-rd3np9gl8h

7 ай бұрын

I heard or read somewhere that this song was about his distain for religion because how his mother’s church disowned her while she was ill.

Ohhhhhhh! This is going to be a good one! ❤ ANNA!!! ❤❤❤

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Kkkodiaaaak!

Welcome to the TOOL army, Anna!

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Thank you! 🥰

Your reactions are wonderful, thank you!

"Unsettling and intriguing at the same time"... aka- Im now a fan of the genius...

Hello. More You and more Tool please !!!!!! ;-)

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Noted!

@richardzbili8917

10 ай бұрын

Lateralus IS a masterpieces as Always with Tool you need keys to to catch It all. I forgot Schisme, Fear inoculum, and All the album Fear inoculum 🤘😎🤭😁 Have a nice day. See you ASAP 🙋‍♂️

Great analysis Anna. Love your reaction!

Your observations are so accurate and articulate. Nice work

Greetings! This was a wonderful reaction. If I'm correct, this song is about a friend of Maynard's who had to be on substances to be creative. As to your question about what should be next, Lateralus, The Grudge, Pushit, & The Pot would all be good. Pretty much everything they've done is outstanding. You really can't go wrong.

@AurielArts

10 ай бұрын

Was looking for this comment…

@nucl3arboNg

10 ай бұрын

Pretty sure this is about Bill Manspeaker.

@brandonguindon7455

10 ай бұрын

​@@nucl3arboNgWho is that?

@justingibson6624

9 ай бұрын

@@nucl3arboNg I've heard that as well.

@justingibson6624

9 ай бұрын

@@brandonguindon7455 He was the lead singer for Green Jello/Green Jelly.

Maynard is notorious for singling out a seemingly random oerson out of the crowd with his gaze . I am just jealous because i was never chosen😂.

I really love your analysis of the performance. I think you saw something that we all know is there. Well done Anna. 9/10 reaction/review of the vocals here. Thank you.

Great reaction! As others have said I would recommend you do Parabol/Parabola next(make sure you do them together audio only not the video ) Welcome to greatness that is TOOL

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

🥰

Love this song! Love the insights.... Thank you, Anna! Great way to start my morning... 😊

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Happy to serve!

Subbed for more TOOL reactions. I'm happy you spotted the talent of all the band members. Truly, each of them stands out amongst the best in the world at their instruments. Also, I've always thought Finnish was such a beautiful language. I love that you are mixing both English and Finnish into your reactions!

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

I bet this performance didn't give me a perfect picture of their true capabilities, not even close! Awwee I'm very happy to know you like my mother language so much 🥰

Thank you so much for your reaction!!!

As a Fin in Minnesota it makes me really happy that you have discovered this video and Tool! My grandma Kainu is 100 % Fin. Keep up the good work!

Ohhh my God...I love your language and your native accent...you are spectacular in every way...thank you very much for your reactions, they are a delight and your knowledge as well as as a singer you are excellent.

Hype!

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Dreww!!

I would suggest The Pot. Absolutely mesmerizing, it has the complexity that you asked for, and lyrically it is brilliant. All about the hypocrisy of those in power.

First time seeing one of your videos and I enjoyed it! Maynard is absolutely a great vocalist and the band is quite accomplished musically. I look forward to seeing more of your work.

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

🥰

When you attempt to sing this song you would be really suprised by how much the 'hunch' helps in been able to create the resonance and control needed. It goes against everything your taught, but try it. It is shocking how much it helps. I'd go for Pushit Salival, which is a live performance and really shows off many of MJKs' skills. I studied with many Finnish students and it's great to hear Finnish again. Really good reaction 💜

Wow you're interpretation of Maynard and his eyes and committal to his presentation was remarkable

I just found you and you are amazing….. I saw Tool in an old movie theater in Bakersfield California in the 90,s….. I have seen them a total of 6 times and will see them a 7th time in Phoenix on Saturday… They are great and as good as the music live as any band I have heard…

New to channel and loving it. This is just the 2nd react. Love you speak your native tongue and break to english. I suspect there are many, many other gems for me to see as I work through. Peace & Love to ja and to yours. ☮☮ & 💜💜

@annavaskelainen

6 ай бұрын

Happy that you've joined my music family! I really hope to keep you around for many more musical adventures! 😊

Danny Carey - Pneuma is the best drumming video you will ever see. Doesnt use a click either.

Great video as usual Anna! Can you review Eivør - Falling Free (Live at the Old Theater in Torshavn)? As a vocal coach, you will be blown away by the singing techniques of Eivør.... just saying

I love that for every emotion, they have a song that fits that emotion.

Your native language is so beautiful. I want to learn it

Awesome reaction as always! Tool's music is very captivating, would love to see more reactions to it from you. Some songs that would be great to dig deeper into would be "The Pot", "Lateralus" or perhaps even "Rosetta Stoned".

The words are tortured and he is portraying this as well with his posture

Yes…I’m excited to watch this! Anna, I’m a big fan of yours by the way.

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Yay! Thank you for your support! xx

@NwahlinsFlava

10 ай бұрын

@@annavaskelainen There are many who do what you do, but you and the Charismatic Voice are the best hands down at it in my opinion. I believe the songs themselves blush when you give them your attention. 😃

@BobD-jo1oo

10 ай бұрын

I’m a big fan too.❤

Awesome review & reaction!...💯👍

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

thx!

One of the deepest, most iconic songs of all time. Maynard is an exceptionally deep person. I grew up with his music and felt like he perfectly, poetically embodied the deepest of our emotions. He's am absolute genius and one of my forever idols.

Im now 54, i heard the very beginnings of rock n roll, r&b.. the very beginning of rap... ect ect n lm a musician of over 40 years as well n this man is the greatest writer, musicain n sings/delivers his lyrics better tahn any other artist ive ever encountered. His 3 nads are just mind boggling n i love them all so much.... he is everything id love to be musically. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍

LATERALUS

If there is a song to break down, it’s “Lateralus” this one is definitely worth the review

❤❤Todella raskasta rockia, pidän tästä!❤❤

@reginasamilpa44

10 ай бұрын

"Tool" is the best band I have ever come across!!

For the ultimate in emotion listen to "10,000 Days/Wings for Marie" written by Maynard about his mother. It shows sorrow, anger, and love.

Once again, a trip into unchartered territory for me. Well, with such good guide as you no need to hesitate but dive into the piece and discover the band/singer !👍

Great review

Love listening to Finnish

On another note, Finnish is the most beautiful language on earth.

Thank you so much for your emotional response! Please know that this is my favorite of all the incredible Tool songs because it touched me so deeply. The music, lyrics and presentation are soooo perfect, so authentic, so touching. It is absolutely noticeable that this song was created out of personal suffering - one of the band members was affected - you are right. Although we live in different countries we will probably never meet or even talk, I share with you now this great experience ;-D Thank you, from Germany!

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Thank YOU and greetings to Germany! 🥰

He's amazing

The Pot. First time to your channel, new subscriber. Loved your reaction, cant wait for more Tool!

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Noted. 😊 Welcome to my music family, hope to keep you around for many more musical adventures!

comment before watch: this piece is everything for so many ppl. Maynard is a Legend.- 'm prety sure i will review your reaction a couple hundrends times as i do to some other pieces..

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

🙏

Tool is my favorite Rock band of all time. I have others that I just adore but this band transcends them all.

These guys are still rocking. Their last album was dope.

Jesus....your analysis of every detail of these songs and their performances is really amazing.

One of the best reactions I've seen.

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Thank you very much 🥰

Это не первый обзор, который я смотрю на данным перформанс. Но в этом видео не могу оторвать взгляд от девушки🥱 Пойду расчешу бороду.

What a gift. I came to you through your Hi Ren reaction, just to find that you *just* posted this, which is my other favorite performance to observe reactions to. Thank you so much. You have such a beautiful mix of knowledge/insightfulness and emotional responsiveness, which makes you a joy to watch alongside my absolute favorite music. Thank you so much.

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Thank YOU so much for this comment! 🥰

@cultivatinggrace

10 ай бұрын

@@annavaskelainen I would f’ing love for you to respond to more Ren, he’s such a genre-bender and a brilliant and sensitive artist-I really hope you do, but for now, I am so thrilled to see both of these responses back-to-back! You are a gorgeous reactor-I can really feel your responses, and they’re really beautiful.

@cultivatinggrace

10 ай бұрын

@@annavaskelainen I’d love to see you respond to REN’s Tale of Jenny and Screech (full), and also PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE Chinchilla’s Fingers Live. Chinchilla is most well known for her collaboration with Ren in the song Chalk Outlines, which is stunning, but if you have limited reaction availability, I cannot overstate how strongly you (and the rest of us!) would enjoy her Fingers Live. She has one of those 💀💀💀 extended notes that are absolutely gorgeous. I really think you’d melt at her vocals in that song.

@cultivatinggrace

10 ай бұрын

@@annavaskelainen please react to this… Chinchilla’s voice here is SO stunning and I believe you will feel it so deeply: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fX9pmLWwfanglMY.htmlsi=KA6esdMpPRKPUh_I

Your observation of him looking through the audience. It's as if there is something behind the audience that he is battling with. Whether or not it was part of the performance or not, it's very effective.

This is ART! This is TOOL!

Great review! I remember when this song hit the airwaves and i was captivated by the sound. Another song i would recommend is "Pushit". Maynard is truly talented and a master of his class. Great stuff, ty 🎤

tool! blessings!

46 & 2 Idk how I found this channel, but I love this❤

@annavaskelainen

6 ай бұрын

🥰

This concert was amazing! Ive seen Tool 4 times...it is an exceptional experience. I dont trust anyone that doesn't understand Tool. Keep listening to more!

So Annatella, what are you waiting for!? Tool is still very worth of a reaction of that young finnish musician. So please react on some old well known bands like Tool, Deftones, System OAD, ...

The first time I heard this song, I was sure I had heard it before. It was just so....familiar. Truly amazing song, and performance.

More Tool please! ❤

Thank you Anna. I realy enjoy your analysis about Maynard's voice. This coud be one of the best serious brakedowns about a true artist of our time. Tysm. -Maybe the next time you want to react about Lipan Counjury or Parabol/Parabola... Then before, run in all directions.

These days maynard sings in the background, switching from right and left of Danny carey's drums. Usually in the dark and he sounds better than ever. Went to 1/21/24 show and it was great.

To me, Maynard is referring to the guilt of mankind in this song, how we human beeings can fail so often with all the possibilities we have, but not using them in a positive way. Maynard sound like EPIKTET, stoic, in a modern thinking form.

Wow you’re very naturally insightful. That trait isn’t common. You will hear people say they are insightful (or smart) yet they lack basic logical perceptions lol. So for me it is refreshing to see someone who is not only insightful but also intuitive. Subbed and liked :)

Love the reaction, don't know Finnish language at all but love to hear the language. Thank you!

@annavaskelainen

10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Did you have the CC on? :)