I just want to wish EVERYONE who follows Doug and his family aswell all the best in 2022! It's why I love his page so much. We've had some tough times lately(that's everyone not just me) and that's why this page matters! You've got a great guy here, who if not everyday, every other day has mountains of information for me! Unleashes my inner Nerd for just a breather in this temperamental world, I clear the air and my mind. DOUG RELIEVES STRESS for us! He says, "Hey ya'll, welcome back!" And it's always good being back, Getting interested, Getting the gears spinning for what WE want to contemplate. It's not about the job/economy/politics/the real world. It's just about really great music and tools we can use to inspire our own writing!🎵🖤🖤🖤🎵 Congratulations on everything Doug, and continued growth in the new year!👏👏👏👏👏

@Arrow2theACL

2 жыл бұрын

Proud member of the Helvering Army. I subscribe to this comment.

@drumsfordaves3143

2 жыл бұрын

Doug seems like a genuine guy

@acidrockpro

2 жыл бұрын

@@drumsfordaves3143 I agree. He'd be a cool hang! I'd like to show him my pop music guilty pleasure list; get his critique!

@thrashnicity5913

2 жыл бұрын

@@acidrockpro what is it

@romethebearsfan

2 жыл бұрын

Right on! I've been enjoying his explanation of the meanings of the songs, specifically. He just seems like a legit dude that has a good time enjoying his life. Hope he sticks around for a long time.

When he pulled out the bong I nearly coughed up my beef stew LOL

@Wuselol

2 жыл бұрын

i really did not see this coming lol.. managed to keep my pizza down but damn..

@spunchbob6039

2 жыл бұрын

Doug based af

@Hobodeluxe960

2 жыл бұрын

yeah I was doing the same thing and was like "wait, what?"

@ExcaliburPaladin

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, he usually smokes on friday episodes, maybe you are not a fan of long songs that he reviews on fridays

@itsayswithoutgoing9571

2 жыл бұрын

Talk about an unexpected plot twist!… that was some Vebal Kent turning into Keyser Söze shit right there!😱🤯🤣

I was smoking whilst watching this and after following this guy casually for a while seeing him pull out a bong made me cough and almost die. made my day lol

That hit from the bong was so unexpected, but at the same time perfect! keep vibing high doug!!!

@AgelessSin

2 жыл бұрын

Right??? For some reason I didn't expect Doug to smoke 😂 perfect timing

@nobrkt

2 жыл бұрын

it took me off guard, but it was perfect, man

@ikemart5119

2 жыл бұрын

haha

@SuperYoyoNR

Жыл бұрын

man I pressed the like button so fast XD

@renatonrock

Жыл бұрын

I hitted the 420 like 🎉 🍁

The Pot: The closest Tool ever came to playing funk.

@DavidPluimer

2 жыл бұрын

Actually, I was thinking Gospel (but I get your point).

@Duncan_Idaho_Potato

2 жыл бұрын

It cannot be denied, those bass riffs are FONKY! Tool have always been remarkable in the Alternative/Prog Metal community for the prominence of bass guitar in their music. But nothing else in their catalog GROOVES anywhere near as much as The Pot.

@colinburroughs9871

2 жыл бұрын

George Clinton said Tool has the funk awhile back- that big psychedelic swing is actually all over most of the stuff they've done

@laeonflux

2 жыл бұрын

The bass line in "Hush" is funky af

@4Stix4

2 жыл бұрын

yes lol.

Didn’t expect that bong hit 🤣

With Danny on the drums and Maynard with the lyrics/vocals, Justin doesn't get enough credit IMO. The bass in this song is just sick.

@Doug.Helvering

2 жыл бұрын

You'll be pleased to know that he gets a shout-out in the vid.

@danisyx5804

2 жыл бұрын

justin is a badass

@dreadpirate88

2 жыл бұрын

There’s a video here on KZread of Justin and Danny playing Aenema at Berklee, just the two of them, and it’s freaking incredible. Justin is a machine. I actually gained a new appreciation for his technical skill after watching that.

@llERAZER

2 жыл бұрын

I loved tool cause the bassline in this track, this is the first song that I've heard and the bass catched me so hard, oh boy... pot...

@caspervanhout

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe in the TOOL community he doesn’t get the recognition he deserves, but in the bass community we love him

That "different solo" is not a guitar. They do this song live and it sounds excellent. That is Justin on the bass doing that solo.

@Arrow2theACL

2 жыл бұрын

You can see at 8:46 that Doug's mouth goes to say Bass and it comes out guitar. He was really thinking about it.

@JohnnyNoPockets

3 ай бұрын

I saw them on the tour and was like; "you can do that on a bass?!" LOL. Had just assumed it was guitar. That and Schism. Blew my mind.

Finally a reviewer who's one of the real people! Keep it deep doug !

Hahahaha , i was a little stunned when you whipped out the pipe , didnt expect that !! 😵‍💫😂🤣👍🏻. An awesome song btw , thanks again Doug .

@scottdavenport2654

2 жыл бұрын

I was also happily suprised

@stevebuckner2930

Жыл бұрын

The way he gets into his music, I'm not the least bit surprised. This channel has some great vibes.

The wailing solo is Justin on the bass, not sure the effects he uses but it's a great sound.

@2giantmonsters

2 жыл бұрын

Distortion, wah, and volume knob.

@GuruGuru071

2 жыл бұрын

he uses a whammy too (pitch shifter)

@Arrow2theACL

2 жыл бұрын

You can see at 8:46 that Doug's mouth goes to say Bass and it comes out guitar. He was really thinking about it.

@jirikrajnak9047

2 жыл бұрын

Could've mixed it louder tbh

BRO THE BONG IS EVERYTHING ON THIS VIDEO LMFAO

Such perfect timing, I'm literally getting ready to leave to go see them tonight!

@MBP208

2 жыл бұрын

Ha I’m seeing them Thursday

@stumeat77

2 жыл бұрын

Here right now, you'll not be disappointed!!! WHAT A SHOW!!!

@vibonacci

2 жыл бұрын

From this comment, I deducted they were on tour. Looked at tickets immediately. Unfortunately, sold out in Europe all over. SO sad.

@stumeat77

2 жыл бұрын

@@vibonacci oh no! Keep looking, such a great show.

@dredgtones

2 жыл бұрын

My first show ever was Tool in 2002 for the Lateralus tour and I made every one since. Have a blast! They are life changing

Also, the CD package had a very cool built-in stereoscope that you could use to view the far-out 3D pictures inside the package's booklet.

@mattihelin5101

2 жыл бұрын

Have that cd since it's release. It can be used for 3d youtube videos too :D

The production on this song is so incredibly good - everything sounds so amazing.What an engineering and mixing job; not to mention the crisp execution.

I died laughing when the bong came into view. Impeccable timing lol. Cheers brother 🔥😅

I can’t stop laughing :P One of the best video moments I’ve ever seen on youtube when you bring out the bong. I was suprised, used to see you with an occasional drink. Somewhat unexpected 😇

@justinlovince8816

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed I was surprised as well. Rock on!!!

That bong hit hit me harder than a fucking truck lmao, love you Mr Helvering

Tool is getting ready to play the second leg of the "Fear Inoculum" tour that I saw that got canceled 2 days later from the covid virus thing. I saw them a long time ago for the "Aenima" too. Guys thundered both times. This last one was really perfection. Get tix.

It's pretty badass (and baffling - to me) how so many people within the last couple of years are finally getting an introduction to Tool. I bought Undertow on my 13th birthday - which was 12 days after its release - and they have been my favorite band since. This might sound weird, but I actually get enjoyment out of watching people react to Tool for the first time. And as for most of Maynard's lyrics, they're written so the listener gets their own interpretation. Find an interpretation that's relevant to you (when applicable). Try to be a better person today than you were yesterday. Doug, I am now a fan of your channel lol. So keep going. The more you listen, the more you'll appreciate Tool's music.

And then he whips out his bong, Doug you could not be any cooler :)

That bong rip might have been the coolest moment on this channel. Love the analysis…both from the research you do prior to the song and then the music theory going through the song.

All right. Here we go. I wonder what he'll think about this one? It's my favorite Tool song. I listen to it when I'm angry at my boss from work.

@Republic3D

2 жыл бұрын

It's a good angry song.

4:05 and Doug is now my favorite reaction channle,

Love this channel, love this song, this is only my second video of yours, but I love how you dive in and actually break it down in a great way. Your philosophizing is also great, an educated person listening to great music and able to get something out of it and share with us. I love what you do, keep it up and stay well my friend.

Love Tool Tuesday. Can’t wait for some Fates Warning 😉

Always love the philosophical analysis u do... U really get it

Get your tickets Doug! They're coming to New Jersey February 26th. Gotta go see them!

No shame, Doug. Pleasantly insightful as usual. Thank you for your content. Also, be aware that there is a 2022 Tool tour currently happening, if you didn't know already.

i did not expect that doug

Doug just gets better and better. One of my all time favorite Tool songs. Glad you did this one.

Tool always leaves you wanting more. Love this band. nobody comes close to these guys as far as creativity/

Tool forever!!! They just rock me and always will , THANK YOU for doing some more Tool!

I've got my tickets for Tool in NJ, end of Feb. See them if you can. What a show.

YES YES and a major third YES!!! I'm actually home today! Clear schedule, got my herbal companion and hope Doug Joins In aswell! Can't wait to watch this one live today!👏👏👏 the reminder is set!🖤🖤🖤

@Doug.Helvering

2 жыл бұрын

I aim to please...

@acidrockpro

2 жыл бұрын

@@Doug.Helvering you've never failed me once!🖤🖤🖤

The solo is a bass solo, playing bending harmonics, through an amp with distortion, a wah pedal and some feedback. Reminds me of Cliff Burton (R.I.P.). You might notice the absence of the bass in the rythym during this section. Actually two sections when he does the "Waaaa-ooooo" part right before the big break. Badass. \m/

Hey Doug fantastic analysis as always. As a student of music (I started late in life having played by ear for years), I'm learning a lot from you. Loving your journey of metal discovery. Thank you.

Just one thing: right when you are talking about them keeping a straight 4/4 around 9:23, there is a polyrhythmic thing going on in the background: the whole band is on 4/4 together, and then the kick drum starts to play a 3/8 pattern on top of it. :)

@Doug.Helvering

2 жыл бұрын

I really noticed that while editing the episode.

@lisahillis8973

2 жыл бұрын

Oh just shut up dude. You're the reason a lot of people hate Tool and it should be a crime. See you down in Arizona Bay!!!

@MatheusLeston

2 жыл бұрын

@@lisahillis8973 What? :D

@marcusrobertson5627

2 жыл бұрын

@@lisahillis8973 Lol aahhh...that was a truly wild reaction

@sic5153

2 жыл бұрын

@@lisahillis8973 ??? He was just mentioning a fact about the composition of the song and there's nothing wrong with that, Doug does the exact same thing in all of his videos

Nicely done! I bought this album at midnight when it came out, but I had never noticed the solo leading into a group nature that you pointed out.

Visibility is the key to fighting stigma. Thank you for the bong rip. Sincerely.

Just LOVE it when people take the lyrics in consideration! Like most great writers, Maynard knows how to capture our feelings! Doug likes to mirror the lyrics to HIS experiences, but in the end it really doesn't matter..... you can put it to any anger! But let's NOT forget the other members! Each and EVERY one of them, come at you like a knife! After hearing this tune, I'm sure you feel the load less heavy!

Outstanding analysis sir.

Ha, the bong made chuckle

Doug partakes? This is a fascinating development. You're full of surprises Doug. Another great reaction - this channel really has gone from strength to strength in my opinion.

@stephanieb.8270

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same. Lol.

@alexdasliebe5391

2 жыл бұрын

He does it on “Hocus Pocus” by Focus reaction

@kikivon3501

Жыл бұрын

It’s funny this must be one of his older videos because I’ve seen him spark up in several other videos. I’ve just discovered Doug and must have seen some of his newer videos.

greetings, m'man... You may be interested to note: that "phased meter" (meters of different lengths overlaying, and overlapping, and phasing through each other all over the place) sound, which is certainly a big (If not the biggest) Tool mainstay, is derived directly from "King Crimson"... a shining example of that about which I speak would be the piece titled "frame by frame" on the 'crimson album "discipline": clear as day at several points- one guitar is doing a seven, then a unison track splits off, throwing in a bar of six every other time, and cycles all the way through like that... so now you've got this long cycle... um, Well... thirteen "measures" long if you were the one doing the seven... If you were the other one... one could think about it any number of ways; take your pick, I don't care. the aforementioned album, plus the 'crimson albums "beat" and "three of a perfect pair" are actually where most of the obvious examples are. the only example of this type of rhythmic scheme in nature that I'm aware of would be the Balinese Gamalon Orchestra. perhaps a tiny bit in the music of South India. of course, there is the big one- most of the music of Africa and derivatives thereof... which as you will know is a vast landscape; a fact that is difficult to overstate- "poly-meter" is usually experienced in much shorter cycles though. but in a way that's the only technical difference. The Gamalon- I think that's where Fripp (of King Crimson) said he got it... Or else I just imagined that part because it's the only obvious place... It's been years. I speak of this "origin of "that Tool sound"" as fact, simply because Maynard explained all of this in detail at a concert that I was at. Maynard elaborated with hyperbole and props to the "elder band", who had in fact just opened for them. yes, you read that correctly... a lot of people thought that was odd. It was however strangely fitting... or perhaps not "strangely" just that I can't explain it clearly myself. It's in keeping with Fripps' philosophy of understating himself I guess. at the time (the cretaceous), as a crazy fan of both bands, I could hardly believe my luck at seeing such a show... Peace be upon you, sir.

Doug you make me smile every video. Thanks dude.

The song is a rollercoaster with highs and lows ups and downs. They really did a great job with it. Loved the review keep up the good work!

Great reaction. Cheers from Canada!

What a coincidence I was searching for a reaction video to this song out of nowhere and see your video which was uploaded only a few hours ago. Great stuff

Tool has a way of doing just that, the way you get pulled in. I'm so glad I found your page. Hope you have an awesome day 🤘

Love this channel and content. Glad to see you got some better headphones 🤘🏻

So happy to see Tool back on this channel. Keep up the great work Doug!

Your best one yet that I have seen. Love It

Hahahaha! I am sitting here enjoying my new favorite past time, watching Doug breakdown one of the best, complex bands of my lifetime, when ya pull out a flippin bong! My man! I laughed so hard I scared everyone in the room. 😂 You have my respect. I believe you may have just grown your audience by being an authentic person. Keep up the great work and carry on, sir.

Great review as always man 👊💪

What an incredible video this was!

This song is one of the best examples of things you can do with 4/4.

That was awesome! Props to you!

Once again, thank you for your perspective again! 🙏 awesome!

8:35 Danny's dynamics are beastly

I was waiting for this video.

I really enjoyed this reaction!! Thanks Doug!!!

Fantastic reaction! 🤘🖤

When you pulled that bong out… FK YEAH BROTHER LETS GOOOO

Any time I have had a shit week I get back to this video - Makes all the difference!

Hitting the bong just added to the overview and made me like you even more. Salute!

Hi Doug, I'm not sure if you ever look at bands that do covers of great tunes like this. But there is a great band by the name of "Brass Against" that did an amazing cover of this song. They're mostly a brass band with a drummer, a guitar and an outstanding singer. Thanks for all of your work.

@marxug1

Жыл бұрын

Thumbs way way up for Brass Against and their killer version! The only case I’ve ever heard in which a cover slams as hard as Tool.

Just started watching your channel, but instant thumbs up at the bowl hit! my man!

Nice reaction, I love the bong rips!

Doug, we formally induct you into the TOOL ARMY, welcome!!!

I learned a lot watching this review♥️😂 Have a fantastic 22 Dougie

Cant wait! I get to see Tool in February! Gonna be awesome!

Adam Jones loves that drop D tuning ergo much Tool D minor. I feel it is a kind of limitation to his playing, but he does it quite well. If you are going to partake this is the song to do it to. Try Passage to Bangkok by Rush (2112) another weed friendly song. Tool would sometimes open their concert with the opening Passage to Bankok riff.

@davidpeters44

2 жыл бұрын

We only stop for the best...

@jojogpt

2 жыл бұрын

I just bought the remastered album CD today. One of my favorite Rush songs.

Hell yes. favorite band

Great stuff !! ❤💪

Love you more Doug. I just about spat my beer all over my screen when you produced the bong and sparked it.

I celebrate it here, Doug. Well done.

Hit that bong my friend. My favorite way to jam to Tool! Spiral out!🌀

I absolutely LOVE your new headphones!!!! Definitely can’t afford it but it’s really awesome

Brilliant series of reactions to many different bands and styles. I really enjoy hearing your explanations and opinions and this one tops the lot. I too use herb to help with pain from 68 years of wear and tear……….trouble is I live in the UK.

i blasted the like button just because of the bong hit🤘🏼

Just saw em play this live last night. Next level

Haha!!! Doug! Didn’t expect that bong hit!! Not a stoner myself but that was a Daily Doug FIRST!! I’m intrigued.

MY MAN! Like the second you hit that bad boy. Big fan of your stuff haha you are awesome,

Doug! I just discovered u! I was already sold but when u pulled out the bong, I knew we were meant to be!

Dang Doug. First person I’ve seen nail this song on the head.

The whole band is great at their instruments. Collectively great.🤘🏼🍻

Doug instructed tool that back in the day that was a good thing.

Multiple metaphors in this song. Stunningly Brilliant...

This is the Tool album I know the least. This has inspired me to learn it more.

@spunk88888

2 жыл бұрын

My favorite Tool album. You will probably love it

@chriscoote2690

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a fantastic album…probably my favorite.

@73av8r5

2 жыл бұрын

Yep. My favorite.

I enjoy your lyric interpretation is just as enjoyable as the music theory! I've heard this song a thousand times, but that was a fun listen

This great tune goes into what could be called a classic prog progression towards the end.

Doug, you've gotta check out Brass Against's version of this with Sophia on vocals! Should do a Reaction to that!

@antoniocarlin5026

2 жыл бұрын

on the channel of Go Pato...? the version with air instruments? Is INSANEEE!!

@adamnabil6931

2 жыл бұрын

She pissed on someone not to long ago at a concert

@happydood663

2 жыл бұрын

She literally pissed on the kettle..sadly that’s all she’ll be known for now..lol

It truly is a "perfect" song. Slow build with a soft, timid (scared?) vocal that builds and builds with anger and frustration until Maynard loses his shit at the end and the rest of the band come in with guns blazing (see what I did there?: ). No one, and I mean NO ONE Has mastered the crescendo the way TOOL has! One of the few straight funk beats from Danny and Justin but Danny throws that polyrhythm in at the end with the double kick off beat triplets. Awesome, awesome song and one of my favorites to play on drums!

That bong came outta nowhere! Like the Spanish inquisition on Monty Python 😂

You HAVE to do Wings for Marie part 1 and 2! Right up your alley

Love this song. It's the one I usually play to people who have never heard Tool before, as I find it's one of their most instantly accessible tracks. Maynard's vocal performance on this is awesome.

Doug must have been SOOOO high! Love it!

Righteousness!! You're the only reactor that nailed it completely... and I watch a zillion reactors.. you get it.. I dig that.. ❤ no judgemental activity here from me sir.. I too know what it's like to partake... 😊

No way!! My band just started playing this song! That riff at the last 20 seconds of the song is so heavy. It is always a good day when we are listening to Tool, but this song in particular. 👌