2006/10/06 - East Rutherford, NJ - Continental Airlines Arena [Archive]

Dead Flag Blues

10-06-2006, 08:12 PM

Just got back from my first Tool concert. Since it was my first I obviously can't compare it to anything from their previous tours, but I thought it was an amazing show. The place was pretty packed, save for some empty seats in the upper tiers. I really liked Isis' set, thought it was pretty short.

The setlist was the same as the others, highlights for me were Lateralus, Rosetta Stoned and Ænema. The light show was on point too. The band played really well. Maynard was didn't say much until mid way through the show something to the effect of

Cleveland were louder

*crowd erupts*

Well Cleveland WAS louder... until now (my edit)

Sorry, I'm on acid

Ant-acid that is. I've been having some stomach problems (not exact).

I'm a poor reviewer so I'll leave the rest to other posters. Great show!

bananajuice

10-06-2006, 08:31 PM

see last 10 show's set list, still a great show

toolism

10-06-2006, 08:32 PM

Wow, another amazing show. I got a totally different perspective being in the stands as opposed to on the floor at camden last week, its amazing how much of the video/lights you miss when you are on the floor. I don't get how none of them fall down or go into seizures standing on that stage but its pretty awesome. I can't wait to be back on the floor tomorrow night tho because I think being UNDER the lazers is even better...oh and I don't think maynards vocals were 100% there tonight but was still pretty awesome, it mightve been the venues fault, cant tell...oh and can anyone tell me why people talk during wings for marie??? ruins the whole experience....just because it isnt HEAVY doesnt mean its an ok for you to ignore the band and talk. but anyway, still fuckin awesome and I thought I'd write this while my ears were still ringing.

MiniTool

10-06-2006, 08:32 PM

amazing freakin show.

Same setlist as previous shows. this was my 2nd show. I had great seats, section 108, row 3. The chick in front of me was insane and acting like a fool, but hey, if she enjoyed it...thats cool with me. I just hope she's not in front of me for tomorrows show.

Adam was his usual stationary self. Amazing playing though

Justin was awesome...headbanging, really into it. Sat for 10k days, but that was cool

Danny- what can I say, the guy is genius

Maynard- ON POINT!!! Voice was amazing, very engaging and seemed more into the crowd than the 1st show I saw (in May at City Center)

Overall- the best concert I've EVER been to. The lasers during 10k days rocked, as well as during Lateralus with the lights, and Vicarious too. I can't even pick a favorite song because they were all amazing. I was in heaven the entire time, and I'm still on a high.

When he walked onto the stage he said "Jersey! How YOU doin?" and the crowd cheered. He said it once more during the show.
crowd cheering
"Cleveland was louder"
crowd cheers even louder
"Cleveland WAS louder. Until now."

"Don't listen to me, I'm on acid. Antacid that is, I'm having stomach problems"

"New York tomorrow. Then it's over. Peace Out"

I loved the group hug at the end. Really showed how tight they are and there was a lot of fan appreciation at the end with Danny throwing his sticks, gatorade, and frisbees. Maynard also threw his water bottles.

Again, I can't say enough how awesome this show was, and I can't wait for tomorrow night!!!!!

mindstream

10-06-2006, 08:39 PM

Another great fucking Tool experience.

Saw them at the Camden Ampitheater show last week...arena tonight.

The sound was better at the ampitheater...the light show is much better indoors.

Maynards voice was a little off tonight...his voice cracked during the first few notes of 'The Pot'...but other than a few voice issues (very few) he was extremely animated.

Danny, Justin, and Adam..simply tight and amazing as usual.

Great crowd vibe...no assholes around me. And we WERE fucking louder than Cleveland I bet...I couldn't believe how loud the crowd was and for how long we sustained that volume during their sit down...thats why Maynard said "until now"...consider that a compliment from him.

Oh...did anybody else think ISIS was awesome tonight? Their setlist was so much better than last weeks. Definitely going to check them out more.

Spiral out...

StaringJunky

10-06-2006, 08:47 PM

Just got back from my first Tool show and I must say it was awesome!! Just to get one thing out of the way though, the sound was way too loud for my tastes, the vocals distorted and the guitars lost some of their subtelty just from being so darn loud. I really loved the impact of the live experience and actually seeing all the guys in person, but I could only follow the melodies/riffs from knowing them from the records.
That out of the way, the band/show was AMAZING, they were super on today. Especially Adam, who moved around the stage much more than he usually does and even started swaying and looking around at the crowd many times. He also added little sqwaks and noise, and some extra parts here and there, especially at the end of Lateraulus (?) where he busted out an all new riff while danny and justin went nuts for about 30 secs. Then at the end of the show he grabbed his guitar by the neck and waved it around, smiling broadly. For a guy who has played whole shows seemingly mummified, this was really special and showed that he was really into it today. Justin and danny are constants, always on top. Justin played with the bassline in 10k days a little one point, which was cool. Amd danny is ridiculous!!
Maynard was the way he seems to have been lately, not talking much but very into it and moving alot (the whole shtick in RS was hillarious) and he had a couple of great lines.
Before Lateralus:
"Cleveland was louder!"
(boos) and then a pause
"Dont listen to me, I'm just on acid"

So basically it was amazing, and I certainly got to see a unique show despite the predictable setlist and I would certainly look forward to seeing them agian on the next US leg.

wuphat

10-06-2006, 08:50 PM

People, please....He said Pittsburgh was louder. Until tonight, not Cleveland.

BTW: anyone else catch Justin come out for the last ISIS song?

motoX521

10-06-2006, 09:00 PM

amazing show, couldn't have asked for more.... these guys are amazing musicians, and they proved it once again tonight.... Highlights were 46, jambi, lateralus, and vicarious i thought. I love how in the zone these guys get when they play. Sound was surprisingly good for a large arena. I waited for this for five years and they did not disappoint... thanks tool

soulslot

10-06-2006, 09:07 PM

HOLY FUCK ...thats all i got....wow, good is a mild word for what this show was.

mrslacker

10-06-2006, 09:33 PM

People, please....He said Pittsburgh was louder. Until tonight, not Cleveland.
Sorry, but it was Cleveland... Not that it matters. I distinctly remember thinking that my sister who lives there should have gone to that show. Sounds like the whole "XXXXX was louder" taunt has been going on for the duration of the tour. Pretty cool, actually. It quickly became very charged in there afterwards.

My first Tools show. I was very impressed with the band's ability to reproduce the tight sound with which I am familiar from the studio recordings all the while appearing to feel it the entire time.

Scarlet Letterman42

10-06-2006, 09:35 PM

My 7th show, and once again, Danny, Maynard, Adam, and Justin did NOT disappoint! From 108 (Press section) you could see and hear everything! Would have liked to seen a slight deviation in the set list (with The Grudge SOMEWHERE in there), but on the whole was thouroughly pleased. Don't ever remember Continental sounding so good (I did have 12db ear plugs). 10K and Wings DEFINITE HIGHLIGHT. Danny Carey>>>NOT OF THIS WORLD!! Justin rocked out! Even came out to Jam w/Isis for a song, prior to taking stage. Adam the most I've seen him animated...Kudos! Pleasant vibe all night...even hooked a fellow Tool Fan up with a free ticket! Hoping for a Spring tour in NYC. PEACE...Time to go to bed. See you on the other side

armmar

10-06-2006, 09:42 PM

Amazing

See ya guys tomorrow =D

viti

10-06-2006, 09:51 PM

my first tool show and it definitly met my expectations

section 118, row 18....not terrible

i couldnt believe how many people were there but i also couldnt believe how many people just stand around at a rock concert...in my section i was like the only one headbanging or anything...

anyway...the band themselves were awesome. not as animated as other bands i have seen but then again none of the other bands are anything close to tool

cant wait for tomorrow night...from personal experience new york shows > new jersey shows

phatfela1

10-06-2006, 10:00 PM

Fourth Tool show this tour...THE BEST. Why? Because all of the sudden Maynard decided to let loose. Did any one else notice this? In the other three shows I saw this year, he sang softer, didn't engage his angry voice, held the mic far away from his mouth, and i assumed he wanted to preserve his voice for the other 50 shows he had to do. But tonight all of the sudden he started sounding precisely like the record. I think maybe there was some family members or friends in the house he wanted to show his utmost talent to.

MAYNARD WAS ON TASK TONIGHT! I don't know how anyone coulld hear it different. Absolutely unbelievable. Best song maybe 46 n 2, but I can barely pick because they were all good.

I kinda missed the big screens playing the videos, but the lazors made up for it.

Hey, anyone think he meant it when he said he was on acid?

SchismEleven

10-06-2006, 10:22 PM

WOW!! I was in Sec 208 Row12 and I couldnt believe how clear the sound was. I have been to Continental, and the acoustics are usually crappy but every instrument especially the drums were crisp and clear. I was the guy with the white Tshirt that said TOOL TIME (home improvement style) I was definetly into the music and I stood the whole time except Wings/10,000 days (incredible live).

I got there just in time for ISIS and went into the side entrance for the 200 level and bingo 208 was directly in front of me. This also meant that it was very easy to exit the arena. Show was over at 11:05 and I got home at 11:42.

Danny was awesome but everyone already knows that. Adam was very crisp and not too loud. Justin was very into his jamming, he would continuously move back and forth or stomp. In some songs(Rossetta Stoned) his bass was so powerful I could FEEL every note! Maynard James Keenan is the man (ON ACID) very powerful voice, I had to sing along, but i couldnt sing over him and didnt want to. He has some killer moves especially during JAMBI he's a cowboy?

That moment after 10000 days was great cuz everyone wanted them to continue to play but they took there small break and then the lighters hit and the place looked like a Xmas tree. OH and to previus posters, the visuals were artistic not gaudy.

I really dont know how im going to fall asleep tonight.

BeyondTheInfinite

10-06-2006, 10:29 PM

This was my 5th tool show, third on this tour. I thought this show was, as usual, very good. I was fortunate enough to find a floor ticket on ebay for a non scalped price. I flew out here yesterday from portland, oregon to come see this show and long island's. I anticipated seeing wings' pt1 & 2 since the album release. The tracks are so amazingly thought out and layered. I was hoping they would've played them at the Gorge in Washington, or Vancouver earlier this leg. I really liked how they used the lasers almost as a projection screen in wings, with the smoke and all. It worked really well with the clouds, storming and raining effects in the song.

I have to say that the extended version of Schism really blows me away everytime i hear it live. The addition is so subtle, yet so drastic that it really exemplifies the mood at that point in the song. Great job guys! It gives me that Tool feeling and makes my hair stand on edge.

As usual, Lateralus was fucking amazing live, being my favorite song of theirs.....

I liked how much the crowd got into the music tonight. There are always dumb shits everywhere you go, but tonight the percentages seemed to drop and I liked that.

Lastly, I will never take a cab from Manhatten to jersey ever again........

SEE YOU IN A FEW HOURS AT NASSAU!!!!!

SO:KG:A!

abalagula

10-06-2006, 10:44 PM

cynikal

10-06-2006, 11:30 PM

well it's a tool marathon for me.. saw them in camden last week, saw them in rutherford tonight, seeing them in nassau tomorrow.. woohoo.. these guys just are incapable of dissappointing.. each show i get closer and closer, tomorrow.. THE FLOOR!

actually i was a little concerned at first about how my seats would be (sec 213 row E), but i'm actually blown away by how good the view is.. the angle of the seating is extreme (i was thinking if someone got pushed over 3 feet, they'd have a long fall).. it just sucks when the people all the way in the front have to stand every single second (even during intermission), when they have an awesome view sitting too.. but it's a concert, what can you do..

when the show first started, i was like, wow this sounds no where nearly as good as it did in camden, but i dunno if i got used to it or they tweaked it, i soon forgot about the sound.. the reason i criticize the sound is when tool started up w/ stinkfist, the purposeful feedback halfway through the song caused almost everyone around ot me cover their ears (well not me or my gf).. i was rocking out the entire time..

man i wish i had a video camera or something, cuz overall the concert was some serious ass kicking experience.. wish i could keep that more than just in my memory

i saw isis in camden last week but this time thanks to chinatown traffic, i didn't make it to see isis at all.. i don't suppose someone actually has isis's set list?

pisceandelusions

10-07-2006, 01:29 AM

another amazing show! same setlist, but I think that's the idea. I'd expect more variety during the spring tour... most people aren't going to every single city, so for those of us who make a couple of shows in a row that happen within close proximity of each other should know to expect the same set and not be dissapointed with it. the lateralus tour was no different in this aspect.

i was very dissapointed with the sound quality in wilkes barre and was hoping to replace my most recent tool experience with a much better appreciation for the sound, and I got exactly what I wanted. Perhaps my center ice seat at wilkes barre wasn't a good location for the sound but I heard that venue usually has shitty sound to begin with.

so I wanna give a big thanks to my new friend Gary who totally hooked me up at the last minute with all of the tickets I needed, I will definitely be in touch.

section 215, row 12, seat 3 tonight, which was off to the side of where adam stands, upper tier, directly in line across the stage, perfectly centered between maynard and danny to my left, then a little behind adam and justin...

the best view I ever had of Danny for sure, and of course, since he is the man, without a doubt it was a real treat to catch his most killer demonstrations only a god of drumming could evoke...

I couldn't be happier with the way the band played once again tonight, and maynard sounded pretty good and was more talkative than wilkes barre.

Did anyone get to meet any band members after the show? I didn't get to read all the reviews yet, but I know people were getting to meet some of them before, but the only buses I saw, as I were told, was for the crew...

what a sweet fucking show...

and for everyone who wants a different set, I would guess that next spring will probably be more of a variety of all of their albums, plus the new songs from 10,000 days might have more refined stage theatrics... well the whole production might get better theatrics like the lateralus tour... that's my guess anyway, it seems logical to me.

wuphat

10-07-2006, 05:53 AM

Sorry, but it was Cleveland... Not that it matters. I distinctly remember thinking that my sister who lives there should have gone to that show. Sounds like the whole "XXXXX was louder" taunt has been going on for the duration of the tour. Pretty cool, actually. It quickly became very charged in there afterwards.

My first Tools show. I was very impressed with the band's ability to reproduce the tight sound with which I am familiar from the studio recordings all the while appearing to feel it the entire time.

No, man. In Camden he said Pittsburgh was louder...waited, then said Cleveland was louder. Last night he only said Pittsburgh.

Pagoda

10-07-2006, 05:59 AM

Well this was my third Tool show so I can compare it to the others. Let me just get the comparisons out of the way first; there weren't any. This hands down beat every other tour I've seen them on, yes, Lateralus included which is a small miracle indeed since that was previously the best show I've ever been to. I didn't mind that the set list was the same as recent cities have gotten. Who gives a shit? I also didn't mind that the set list wasn't particularly long; in the world of Tool, by now, you have to be accustomed to accepting quality over quantity. Bad mouthing this amazing show for having a small set list would be like saying Dark Side of the Moon sucks because it's only nine songs long.

Anyway, anyway... row 128, looking right down at the stage, having a full view of the light show as well as the band. I was more than happy with my seats because I could tell that other sections couldn't see the light show in its full splendor. Normally I glance around saying "I wish I was sitting over there..." but not tonight, at all.

Continental was packed solid. I don't think I saw an empty available seat in the house. And let me compliment the caliber of women at the show. There were some models there last night. Jesus. (my girlfriend included... precautionary measure)

The best thing about the show to me was the sound. Even Isis sounded great, and I'm not particularly a fan of theirs. Sitting in row 128, it sounded as though we were seated up front. I can't understand the criticisms regarding the sound at all. If there was an audio fuck-up, I didn't spot it and I was mostly sitting down, just taking everything in.

Maynard did say "Clevland" and saw what happens when you challenge Jersey/New York to a "who's crazier" contest. Maynard was way more animated than he was at the other shows I've attended and I thought that the during the break, when the band sat down to just soak in the energy of the audience, was really cool. Maynard's still a funny motherfucker.

As for the performance... the band did not miss a step in any section of the performance. The voice box solo in "Jambi" sounded identicle to the CD and the crowd cheered Adam like crazy. "Wings/10K Days" was brilliant, and that's when the lights really peaked. Most people in my row sat down for it so I was able to just take it in.

For my money however, "Rosetta Stoned" stole the show. Yes, the intro was severely garbled. Couldn't hear a word Maynard said, but all of a sudden, out of nowhere, you heard "HOLY FUCKING SHIT!" loud and clear which made up for it. Anyway, those who say the song doesn't hold up in concert do not know what they're talking about. The "overwhelmed as one would be..." section of the song held up amazingly well in concert. The girls in front of me who were dancing to every song were a little confused about what to do during Rosetta. They were dancing to some spots then abruptly stopping. Funny stuff.

Danny's drum solo at the end of "Lateralus" vibrated the whole fucking arena. I kept thinking someone was knocking into my chair because of how much it shook. "Aenema" is the perfect closer, too. The crowd was nuts for the chorus.

All in all, an amazing show, an amazing night and I look forward to seeing the boys again. Best Tool show I've been to and maybe the best concert I've ever been to, period. 9.5/10

Jsatch87

10-07-2006, 06:42 AM

So last night was the first tool show i had ever been to. And let me start by saying that among all the tons of concerts i've been to, last night was the best and most intense live performance i've ever seen. everything was so powerful and beautiful, i couldn't believe it.

my seats at first weren't too terrible, but they weren't amazing. i was section 231 and it was kind of a weird angle, but we had a great view of a danny. however, in between isis and tool an employee of the arena was walking around giving out tickets that didn't sell for the show, and we ended up getting tickets for section 118, 10th row. we had a perfect view of maynard and danny, and it was amazing.

every song was so on that i couldn't believe it. the additions made to stinkfist and schism were absolutely ridiculous, my jaw was on the floor during schism. aenema was definetly the highlight of the night for me though, the whole crowd got so into it during the chorus and i've never rocked that hard before in my life. hearing all those complex songs played live was such an experience. the visuals were awesome too, although i wish they would've had the big screens like they did in videos i've seen from the lateralus tour, the light show was fucking great.

great crowd vibe, everyone around me was really cool and seemed to be having a great time. all in all, amazing show, and i'll be experiencing it again tonight in new york, can't wait.

lork

10-07-2006, 07:30 AM

2nd show. Liked this one more. Section 5 row C. Good seats to stand on. Hope i didn't piss anyone off too much! BUUUTTTT
FUCCCKINNNGGGGG

WHOAAAAA BLOWN AWAY. SOUND WAS SO FULL. I was surrounded by sound and crazy lights. Maynard was pretty energetic. He sounded wonderful. Danny sounded...well....needless to say, you know how he sounded. Justin was great with his hair all over the place. Adam was really sweet. He was so clear! Over all, it was excellent, and people are saying spring tour-and I HOPE YOU AREN'T JUST SAYING THAT-because that would be amazingly amazing on many different levels.

and gotdamn. Was that a lot of fun. I feel so lucky.

Rosetta7117

10-07-2006, 07:41 AM

"HOLY FUCKING SHIT!!!!!"

This show was Fucking SICK! I saw them at City Center in the Spring (got free tix after just waiting outside the venue, we were comped by the band....4th row!) That was the most amazing experience for me.

But this show was life changing for me, sitting section 110 - row 20 - with the lights, the energy etc... This was heaven....

(If anyone remembers seeing a guy writhing around like snake with his shirt off - that was me.) The rest of the crowd barely moved at all - and the pit people were sitting - Fucking Lame.

Anyway, Tool was clearly sharper this time around and this was one of the best concert's I have ever been to.

Tool is our generations PINK FLOYD.

They were so tight, vocals amazing (except poor Maynard's voice crack at the beginning of The Pot) Wings and 10k days were so amazing.

Met up w/ some cool guys from Neptune NJ - thanks for the beers and spliff - see ya on Myspace.... myspace.com/kencomedy

Love/Hate

10-07-2006, 07:42 AM

The boys from wine country do it again. absolutely breathtaking. best show i have ever seen, and i have seen alot. the band was tight tight tight. not a bad song or a dull moment.
the opening band was kind of ridiculous. kind of dissapointing. i dont know how they landed a gig opening for the worlds foremost alternative rock band but god bless em for being lucky.
i would have liked to hear something...ANYTHING off of opiate but i knew that was wishful thinking.
maybe next time......
still the best show i have ever seen. they never cease to amaze

Shauny Kass XXX

10-07-2006, 08:04 AM

PERFECT SHOW. PERFECT CROWD. GREAT ENERGY, SOUND, AND LIGHTING/EFFECTS. SETLIST WAS PERFECT. GREAT MIX OF OLD AND NEW. 90% OF THE NEW ALBUM WAS PLAYED. UNBELIEVABLE. MAYNARDS VOCALS WERE LOUD, CLEAR... AND HE SOUNDED PHENONIMAL. GREAT SHOW. SEEING THEM TODAY AT NASSAU. SAW THEM LAST WEEK IN NJ... INCREDIBLE SO FAR. GETS BETTER EVERYTIME!

paranormalgirl

10-07-2006, 08:23 AM

opiate721

10-07-2006, 08:25 AM

This was my 4th Tool show and I'm still impressed everytime I see them. Different stage setup (Not used to the video screens not being on the sides of the stage), great setlist, band was on point and the crowd was great. The setlist was great. Loved hearing the majority of 10,000 Days live. Isis wasn't that bad of an opening act either. But again a fantastic show

tspope99

10-07-2006, 08:42 AM

Incredible show. The sound and acoustics compared to May's City Center show? Uncomparable. Although I didn't get a chance to witness the stage visuals, the sound up close is unbelievably overwhelming. In fact, my buddy who is an epileptic couldn't handle it... if I didn't get him out of there when I did he would have had a seizure. He almost did. Highlights for me were Lateralus and Schism. Did anybody notice the fkup at the beginning of Vicarious? Maynard looked pretty pissed off at Justin... signaling his 1 finger at him over and over (hidden within his dances) as if he had missed his que. Overall their best show i've seen (5+)...

GeorgeinNY

10-07-2006, 09:05 AM

I was sitting right in front of a luxury box with Tool VIP's (or so their stickers said) got a chance to chat with two dudes, I dont know what their relationship to the band is but they said how cool all the band members are in "real life" dont act like rock stars at all, also we talked about Coachella and how cool that whole experience was. Also met some dude to the right of me with his g/f and another girl who said he reads the messageboards, anyway if you are reading this- yeah bro it was a good show.

Anyway, this was my 5th show this year. Soundwise it was the best sounding of the 5 maybe with exception of Coachella. The mix was just right and it wasnt too loud if you were wearing your plugs obviously...but gone was that boomy overpowering base that was so distracting during warm up tour, and vocals were clearly audible even on the Rosetta Stoned megaphone parts. Band was tight except for a few tiny mistakes by Adam(which we notice because we know the songs so well), Danny had many chances to shine, I liked the little tweaking with the arrangements of the songs, even though the set lists havent changed much, it was still a different experience every time.

Not mentioned yet at the end Maynard said "whats done is done, New York tomorrow, then its over" (or at least thats how I remember it).

Isis was all right, loud soft hard atmospheric they do a bit of everything. I would definitely put them on a list of bands to look out for when they come to town (btw they are playing NYC sunday night in a club somewhere in midtown).

dice5199

10-07-2006, 09:15 AM

Long time Tool listener, first time Tool concert-goer and I wish I had not waited so long. For those that have said that you have not experienced Tool until you have witnessed them live, I now know what you mean.

First, the opening act. As someone who has not followed Isis too closely, I liked them more and more as their performance went on. Justin joined them for the final song. Unfortunately, not too many people were in the building to see them.

By the time Tool took the stage, it was a packed venue. Maynard started by saying something like "Jersey, how ya doin'?" with the mobster accent.

Then, right into Stinkfist, which sent the crowd into a frenzy with its flashing visual display and an audio assault lead by Adam's crisp sounding guitar. The extended middle part threw some sing-alongers off, which was amusing.

Next, The Pot, and needless to say, a familiar smell permeated the venue. Also high, was Maynard's voice.

Then a Tool Standard, 46 & 2, and Danny's drumming at the bridge was spectacular.

Jambi sounded much better in concert and Justin's bass playing was impressive.

The sped up middle part for Schism added a nice contrast.

The epics Lost Keys/Rosetta Stoned and Wings/10k Days were greeted favorably by the die-hards, but caused some more casual viewers to sit down.

The members sat down during the break, to cheering and lighters.

Lateralus, took things up a notch, especially visually. All audience members that had previously mellowed out, were back into it.

Vicarious, sounded much better live with its seamless instrumental transitions and Maynard's voice appearing stronger.

Finally, Aenima, a Tool Classic to complete the Tool concert experience.

The members saluted the cheering crowd and exited the stage. I exited the venue with ringing ears and an experience I'll never forget.

I was very satisfied with my location. I was in section 106-row 23 (4 rows from the back) and had an unobstructed, diagonal view of the stage (on Adam's side). I was high enough up to see the stage projections and the sound came in LOUD and clear (emphasizing loud).

The crowd was a mix of different ages with the prevailing group being 16-24 year old, nerdy males (like myself, but I'm really 26). I saw one boy that must have been in kindergarten, a few father-son duos, and some attractive looking females as well. Amongst the amusing individuals moving about was a guy dancing up and down the aisle during the entire show.

To anyone who is considering attending a Tool concert in the future, I highly recommend it. There may not be many more opportunities left. The best concert I've ever been to, and my friend who is more of a casual fan said the same thing. I'll be seeing them again the next time they are in the area.

There is alot more that can be said, but I will leave that to others for now.

Jnana

10-07-2006, 09:22 AM

This was my first concert EVAR, and im 17, seeing my fav band TOOL perform spectaculary is euphoric to the n'th degree, the energy was vibrant yet i found some people were not too into it

kidgloves2

10-07-2006, 09:25 AM

Pros and Cons

Pros:

1. Tool Rocks Reguardless
2. Light show was amazing

Cons:

1. The sound was a muddy as hell. I was in section 101 row 24 dead center. I thought they would be the perfect seast sound wise, but I couldn't make shit out.

2. I walked out with serious contact high. There were about 8 people smoking joints all around me. And I don't like getting high anymore it makes me paranoid.

3. then there were the cigarettes, everyone that wasn't smoking pot were smoking cigarettes. not only were my lungs burning, MY EYES WERE BURNING!

4. T-shirts were $43 and there was a shirt for $60. FUCK THAT you can keep them.

Next time I see them will be an outdoor venue, I don't care how far I have to travel. And I'll go to a ticket broker and pay for close seats, I don't give a shit if there $300. I'd rather spent a lot on tickets than a shirt.

Harrybacrach

10-07-2006, 09:41 AM

Second show...caught them at MSG on the Lateralus tour. I liked MSG better ONLY because of the seating on the floor...there weren't any. I'm not really a mosh guy only because I like to really take in the show and what they have to offer which is alot...The seats on the floor were zip-tied together and that kind of restricts your experience. Still a great show...lazers and lights and all...I was fortunate enough to at least get a picure up close of one of Danny's drum heads that some lucky bastard I met in the bathroom caught..he mentioned that football practice paid off..Also it's kinda funny that we haven't learned that there's a breakdown in Stinkfist when they do it live and we all kept singing the "I'll keep digging" part when Maynard stops and the breakdown begins. They're awesome what else can I say...I had a sick time! Keep it up boys!

wuphat

10-07-2006, 09:50 AM

Not mentioned yet at the end Maynard said "whats done is done, New York tomorrow, then its over" (or at least thats how I remember it) if anyone has source for this bootleg pm me please.

I definately heard the reference to tonights show in NY, but did not catch the "then it's over" part.

Scarlet Letterman42

10-07-2006, 09:59 AM

I was sitting right in front of a luxury box with Tool VIP's (or so their stickers said) got a chance to chat with two dudes, I dont know what their relationship to the band is but they said how cool all the band members are in "real life" dont act like rock stars at all, also we talked about Coachella and how cool that whole experience was. Also met some dude to the right of me with his g/f and another girl who said he reads the messageboards, anyway if you are reading this- yeah bro it was a good show.

Anyway, this was my 5th show this year. Soundwise it was the best sounding of the 5 maybe with exception of Coachella. The mix was just right and it wasnt too loud if you were wearing your plugs obviously...but gone was that boomy overpowering base that was so distracting during warm up tour, and vocals were clearly audible even on the Rosetta Stoned megaphone parts. Band was tight except for a few tiny mistakes by Adam(which we notice because we know the songs so well), Danny had many chances to shine, I liked the little tweaking with the arrangements of the songs, even though the set lists havent changed much, it was still a different experience every time.

Not mentioned yet at the end Maynard said "whats done is done, New York tomorrow, then its over" (or at least thats how I remember it) if anyone has source for this bootleg pm me please.

Isis was all right, loud soft hard atmospheric they do a bit of everything. I would definitely put them on a list of bands to look out for when they come to town (btw they are playing NYC sunday night in a club somewhere in midtown).

I believe he ended with "peace out".

BeyondTheInfinite

10-07-2006, 10:30 AM

maynard, to my recollection, said
"New York tomorrow, what's done is done, peace out!"

MT25

10-07-2006, 10:30 AM

Great show, although it was a bit hard to see over all the people heads in front of us, since we were on the floor in Sec 6 (center of the section) right next to the soundboard. The sound was great - with plugs in of course.

I was really into the whole show, but Wings/10,000 Days had me transfixed (with the sound/lasers) - and Lateralus (more lasers) right after. Then my wife (who isn't really a Tool fan - but came along for the ride) tells me she needs to leave or she was going to freak??? I oblige, as much as I really don't want to leave the show - but hey I have seen hundreds of live shows in my lifetime (I am 47 years old) and saw Tool on the Lateralus tour, so you do what you have to for your loved ones.

My wife, even though she was wearing earplugs, said the music was just TOO INTENSE for her (she said it never let up), and the sound pressure was making her dizzy, lightheaded and she couldn't breathe. She was starting to have a lot of anxiety - so we walked out 1/2 way through Vicarious. I was bummed, but I saw 95% of a great show.

The only negative is my wife said she will never see Tool again, so I have to find someone else to go with (as none of my friends even like Tool - or even heard of them!!! - I guess that is what happens when you get older and your friends stay with the music they loved when they were 17 - 24 and never move on, while I continue to love the music from all eras - and keep expanding my horizons with new music as well). Oh, I have been a Tool fan since Undertow came out, yet didn't see them live until the Lateralus tour.

theamazingchuy

10-07-2006, 10:50 AM

maynard, to my recollection, said
"New York tomorrow, what's done is done, peace out!"

That's exactly what he said. I think he's referring to the end of this leg of the American tour.

Alot of people i know are saying that TOOL is done after this tour. I am hoping that is not true.

They were absolutely incredible last night. Maynard's main mistake was the crack at the beginning of the pot. I had binoculars which really added alot to the show for me.

Great setlist, and Danny is sounding better than ever.

10000 days is amazing.

Guerrilla

10-07-2006, 11:32 AM

When he walked onto the stage he said "Jersey! How YOU doin?" and the crowd cheered. He said it once more during the show.

not to be a prick, but he said "how you fuckin' doin'?"

my 5th tool show, way better than lateralus tours... was in section 109, last row....

someone already mentioned how maynard's voice cracked on pot intro, also noteworthy that adam's playing could have been a little cleaner for that one riff in the song (3:11 on the studio track)

anyone in the last 2 rows of the section know the other entertaining part of the show.... some people experience tool in their own special way, is all im gonna say.

pzuzu

10-07-2006, 12:18 PM

4th show for me, but best seats imaginable!!! sec 8, row A, front row center stage, and i didnt even know it till i got there (the dumbass at ticketmaster must have shown me the wrong seating chart), what a nice surprise! i'm used to getting the nosebleeds for most shows. i couldnt really take the noise for isis from where i was with a million speakers blowing right in my face & no earplugs, but tool was perfect, although unless he was singing loud, i couldnt really hear MJK enough, also would have been nice if he wasnt all the way in the back. the beltbuckle & cowboy hat were a nice touch along with that ridiculous mohawk...i still miss the days of him imitating the blue man group, but any which way you slice it, best show ever bc of the seats (not that i ever sat of course). neck is sore, voice is gone, but who cares? so adam is always like that on stage huh? i found it odd since everybody else was so into it, i figured he was either really focused, stoned, or bored, hoping it wasn't the latter :P setlist was great, although i could have done w/o rosetta stoned & heard some more classics but i figured they'd play most of the new album like on the last tour. the lasers were pretty sweet from where i was even if i couldnt see the pattern w/o turning around. i'll be having some afterglow for awhile after this! now i gotta try to find some pics of the show

Strife21

10-07-2006, 01:43 PM

Okay I have been to the Tower in Philly, Camden, Wilkes Barre and this show. This was by far the best sounding concert of all of them and Maynard was more into it then any of the shows I have seen this year. The acoustics in this place absolutely rock.

Camden had the best tailgating East Rutherford had the best sound quality.

I was dead center 15th row at Camden and I was lower level seating right center at the Arena in East Rutherford and the sound was crystal clear. Best show Ive seen by far even though I was further back.

Finally he said Cleveland and not Pittsburgh I am 100% sure lay off the drugs dude.

Also the crowd in NJ was very diverse and way more into it I loved it.

I actually liked the fact that some people sat down during the show even though I did not it just showed how comfortable they felt listening to the music as if they were listening to the album at home just meditating. Theres no reason to criticize them for it. To me that just shows how powerful the band is to ones senses.

embolus

10-07-2006, 01:59 PM

I had an excellent time.

- Isis sounded like mud but I actually enjoyed their dark mood.
- I've seen TOOL 3 times before this and it wasn't their best sound. The guitars were more treble-y than usual and the drums didn't have the same definition. I think this is all more a function of the venue and possibly my location.
- Maynard had a lot more off moments than other shows (1st verse of first song, the pot) but he more than made up for it with the heavy moments.
- Didn't realize how many people still bring lighters to a show...I suppose it's for the smoking.
- Great crowd for the most part. There were a few couples on dates behind us talking loudly to get to know each other. I felt that a TOOL concert is probably not the place for that since tool's fans do value the experience so much. THere was a LOT of smoke around me. Otherwise the audience was attentive, respectful, and appropriately energetic.
- the light show and stage projections were PHENOMENAL. They're setting a new higher standard for the visuals at a rock concert.
- highlight for me was the entire Wings segment.

Can't wait to see them again.

daha33

10-07-2006, 02:19 PM

TOOL fucking rocked last night and im bout to leave to see them again tonite at nassau. I saw them once before at nassau back in 2002 on halloween i must say i thought the lateralus stage set up was better since they had 2 large screens which they didnt have at continental but who cares its tool and danny completely owned last night he stole the show in my opinion what a god!

Parcans

10-07-2006, 04:36 PM

This was the first time seeing them for both my son and myself. The setlist was excellent, and the performance was note for note perfect.

Looking at it from over 20 years as a live production guy, there were a few things that really stood out...

I really HATE these new Line Array sound systems. I see where they make life a lot easier for the crew, but they have no warmth to them. Sound guys will always disagree, because they can dial-in the system on a computer to make a perfect readout on the computer screen. But no matter where I sit in an arena, the sound is missing the strong midrange that really fills out the sound. Arrays are great at heavy bottom-end, and crispy high-end, but the stuff in the middle (the warmth) don't exist. I suppose that since most current concertgoers wouldn't know the difference between a good Trap cabinet or Line Array, this is never going to change.

Every sound guy I know says "Mine don't sound like that". Yes they do...

The band obviously spent a bunch of money on the sound system for this tour, but it almost sounded like the system was "Clipping" from my seat. Doesn't matter, though, because I was probably the only 1 out of 16,000 that heard it that way.

Lighting was decent for what he was given to work with. Yes, the video projection was cool, and nice job on the content, but it would've made a stronger statement if the back wall was 1 section higher. It wouldn't have hurt to have thrown another 40 intelligent lights up & used them with some patterns. The lasers were old after the Wings for Marie segment. The good thing for them is that this set-up must be economical for transport since there's not much to the rig. The big LED washes were a beautiful thing, though.

I realize from experience that it's real easy when you're on the road to forget that your audience that night is really looking forward to seeing you. When you play every night, each arena feels exactly the same so it becomes really familiar and unspecial. Bands don't owe the audience anything, but it would be nice if we felt like the performers were looking forward to playing. If we're not going to see them for another 2 or 5 years, it would've been nice to actually see them having fun.

It's not a bad thing to be a rock star. When you work hard for it & it actually happens, there's nothing to be ashamed of. It's ok to have a big ego when you can get 10,000 people fire up their lighters on cue!

What I mentioned were small issues. Overall we loved the show & hope they come around again before this tour is done. Once the drunk asshole behind us finally passed out 2 songs into the set, we really enjoyed ourselves.

Best of luck in Europe after the break...

~Parcans~

Parcans

10-07-2006, 04:42 PM

One more thing...

We thought Isis were a good opener. I may be wrong but I believe that the bass player for Isis was Justin's bass Tech. I also think that it was Justin that joined them onstage for the last song also.

I could be wrong on both accounts, though.

We look forward to hearing more from them either way...

~Parcans~

mike009

10-07-2006, 05:06 PM

3rd tool show, and this was the pinnacle for me. the crowd reaction after lateralus gave me goosebumps, but more so the song itself. i saw them in camden the week before, it was worth the drive, and this show was awesome as well. quick sidebar, u tool fans can chime in. but in the middle of stinkfist, these 2 immense people, guy and girl, went past us, and met up with the 2 people seated next to us. apparently they hadnt seen each other in 2 years. nonetheless, they didnt have seats, they were just standing there, pretty much in my and my girlfriends way. the chick stepped on my foot like twice during the pot, and they were immense people so i could barely move or breathe. so i voiced my displeasure aftr the pot was over, and the girl said ok we'll move but u dont have to be a dick, she was all condescending and shit. im sorry, but i fucking LOVE tool, and im not going to have some fat fucks ruin my time. no, u werent just there to say a quick hello to ur friends, if it wasnt for me saying something u would have stayed there the whole show, and my foot would have been flatter than a pancake. not to mention, who meets up with people during the middle of a concert, taking up room in a tight seat situation? pleaassse, im glad i told you to fuck off, because i had plenty of space to headbang the rest of the show. i paid for my good seats, and they were good seats, so i wasnt going to have that ruined by somebody. but nonetheless, thank u for ALMOST ruining my ability to see my favorite band. hope u enjoyed the show and the 20 hot dogs im sure u jammed down your throat. nonetheless, it was amusing to me in the end. thank you tool for enriching my life once more. i hope they tour again in the spring. peace.

toolsample

10-07-2006, 05:08 PM

No, man. In Camden he said Pittsburgh was louder...waited, then said Cleveland was louder. Last night he only said Pittsburgh. last night was my 1st show and it was great. and unless we are all insane the dude said cleveland. not pittsburgh, not kalamazoo, not sioux city...just cleveland

Strife21

10-07-2006, 05:29 PM

last night was my 1st show and it was great. and unless we are all insane the dude said cleveland. not pittsburgh, not kalamazoo, not sioux city...just cleveland

Im glad you posted this because the guy who said this needs to open his ears. Its over he was high or drunk or something but he wasnt listening.

dice5199

10-07-2006, 08:06 PM

Parcans,

Your commentary was very informative. Maybe they should hire you. I thought the overall sound quality was impressive, but I guess there is always room for improvement.

I may be in the minority here, but I liked the size of the back wall screens. I think they made the band members (especially Maynard) appear larger and be more of the focus of the show. The people on the floor would probably disagree with me since the screens were difficult to see from their perspective.

wookk2284

10-07-2006, 08:23 PM

good fucking show...
hard to say which show was better, Camden or Meadowlands.
but I would have to say Camden just because of the rain factor.
section 128, not the floor, but was sitting directly across from the stage. the sound was good from where I was sitting, and the visuals were amazing also.
Everytime I see Tool show and watch Danny play, I'm just speechless. genius... just pure genius...

IcerX

10-08-2006, 04:53 AM

my first show and i was blown away. i managed to get a floor ticket (section 4) so my view was amazing, and the crowd around me was really great. Even the drunks were bein relaxed and friendly. I was wearing the gold Imperial shirt.

Maynard: "Jersey, how the fuck you doin?" (opening the show and ending the show)

final mutation

10-08-2006, 11:25 AM

My first Tool show, and honestly, I still can't fully gather my thoughts together. It was phenomenal. My dad and I were seated in Section 120, Row 4, so the sound was fuckin' loud. I was the guy with glasses in a 10,000 Days shirt, if anyone cares.

Isis were pretty damn good, I thought. Not on Tool's level, but good in their own right. Might buy a CD of their's at some point.

The entire setlist was great, with the highlight for me being Wings/10,000 Days and the encore. Really, both the visuals during the encore and the literal ROAR of the crowd towards the end (coupled with the sea of lighters) is something that can't be described. You just need to experience it.

It was also really great to hear Forty Six & 2 and Stinkfist live, as they're both favorites of mine. The double-time section of Schism was pretty awesome as well.

Overall, it was just a fantastic show, and if they really are doing another tour in the spring, I'll be sure to see them again.

toolrox

10-08-2006, 11:49 AM

1. Stinkfist
2. The Pot
3. 46&2
4. Jambi
5. Schism
6. Lost Keys
7. Rosetta Stoned
8. Wings Pt 1
9. Wings Pt 2
10. Lateralus
11. Vicarious
12. Aenima

Another fucking amazing TOOL show!! Same setlist as previous. This was my 2nd. one on this tour, and 2nd. one this week. Fucking incredible! I got to see them on October 2nd in Wilkes-Barre. That was a pretty awesome show but the sound was distorted from where we were at. I thought we had great seats, good view and all but the sound sucked. I was disappointed Maynard wasn't more talkative at Wilkes-Barre but it was great to hear him talk more here.

Thanks to Gary he hooked us up with some awesome seats for this show in section 215, row 12. It was definitely the best view i have ever gotten, better than Wilkes-Barre. Perfect side view of everybody. Adam first, then Maynard, Danny, & Justin on the far end. It was incredible to get to see them at this angle and my eye was on Danny most of the night. He blew me away.

Event Staff were a bunch of pricks. We kept constantly seeing flashlights being shined up towards us and then every time they walked up to tell someone to put their cigarettes out, they would walk back down and as soon as they got to the bottom someone else would light up and they would be right back up as soon as they got to the bottom....that was pretty frustrating. Someone else got pissed and flicked their cigarette at the dude when we was on his way back down, that was hilarious. What a douchebag, he didn't even notice it.

Other than that, great show, awesome light show and all. This has to be my favorite TOOL show ever now. Great seats, excellent sound quality from where we were at, and i liked how the arena had the screens at all 4 corners too for the visuals.

46&2 is probably my favorite out of the selection because Danny just is fucking incredible. Also Lateralus, The Pot, Aenima, & Wings 1 & 2 are all favorites of mine as well. Excellent show, can't wait to catch it again in the Spring!

StaringJunky

10-08-2006, 01:17 PM

The band obviously spent a bunch of money on the sound system for this tour, but it almost sounded like the system was "Clipping" from my seat. Doesn't matter, though, because I was probably the only 1 out of 16,000 that heard it that way.

~Parcans~

Where were you sitting? I was in 109 row 12 and would have to agree with you, it was worst on the vocals and got pretty annoying at times.

Also anyone know what isis played, I though the first two songs were pretty generic but the 3rd kicked ass and the 4th had some real nice atmospherics.

cirkus

10-08-2006, 03:37 PM

I got floor tickets for this show. Section 5 row H. To the guy in the King Diamond jacket a few rows ahead of me: it was pretty cool seeing you so into the songs and knowing all the lyrics.

Isis was 10 times better at this show than at Camden. Dont know if it was the EQ or the setlist, but they were much more bearable. Could still do without the screaming and motions. Damn shame I didnt notice Justin head up to join them.

Tool was mixed a lot better as well. Still missing a bit of definition on the drums and bass, but at least it wasnt only treble. For some reason the side screens were only on for The Pot, Schism, and the encore. Maynard seemed more into it, even dancing and swinging his cowboy hat over his head during the heavy part in Jambi.
Danny was spot-on as usual. Adam doing his thing, and Justin was really into it.

"Jersey. How ya fuckin doin?"

Stinkfist was great, much better than at Camden. The crowd still gets confused for the extended part haha. The Pot and Forty Six & 2 got the crowd going. Adam had a sweet synth intro into Forty Six & 2.

A bunch of tools decided to rush into our section and row, ruining most of Jambi. Security was a bitch too, but at least they got the guy who was standing right in front of me blocking my view. They caught a taper mid-way into the show (it was a video-taper too, damn).

Seems like the slow jam before Schism could possibly be some new material? It was funny seeing Adam strum off time for a part of it. Of course the double-time section in Schism was sweet, and was a suprise for everyone around me.

LK/Rosetta Stoned was pretty much spot on compared to the studio track (sans the voice overdub, of course). Danny was doing some cool synth thing in Lost Keys.

Wings pt 1 & 2 was spectacular. Much better than Camden. Everyone around me was into it and in awe of the laser/fog clouds. No one was talking (which was a change from Camden). Some guy was screaming "stand up" referring to Justin on the stool. What a tool.

Group hug, lighters, chill moment.

"Cleveland was louder...[crowd goes nuts]...WAS louder....not anymore.

JERSEY! How ya fuckin doin?

Dont listen to me, Im on acid......sorry, antacid. Stomach problems."

Lateralus was so amazing. Everyone was digging the visuals.

Ambient intro to Vicarious as usual. Justins solo was great.

"New York tomorrow. Thank you very much!- whats done is done - peace out!"

Everyone in the arena went nuts and sang along to Ænema.

What a show, almost as much energy as the Tower Theatre show, but this was the tightest so far this year. City Center had more crowd-singing, but Id say this show was a little better.

As soon as Tool walked off, I made my way to the stage. I asked a roadie for Adam's setlist (which was taped on the floor right next to his pedalboard), but the roadie was too lazy to go get it. He gave me one of Adam's picks though! Sweet as hell.

My friend and I then waited outside the tour buses for almost an hour. Either the band was already on the buses, still in the venue, in other buses parked under the arena, or the tour crew was telling the truth. They said the band took a limo to the airport and flew to New York.

If they had changed the setlist, this would have been my favorite show. Otherwise, Tower Theatre was a little better. Still a 9/10.

Peace the FUCK out!

johnny7001

10-08-2006, 04:31 PM

The show was amazing, to have a whole stage be a screen for the videos and stuff is so awsome, i drove all the way from Miami Florida to see this show. it was a 22 hour drive and well worth it. i would have to disagree about Maynard being off in the vocals department, they always change the way songs are played when you see them live, those little changes in the songs lets you know you are listening to it LIVE. the way the just rocked out in shisim was so unexpected and badass. i did wish for one song the was not on the original set list, but what can you do. i saw them back on the laterlus tour and they played ticks and leaches, since it was the last time the opening band they had was going to be on tour with them and that ruled.
But all and all that was a wonderful concert the guitar was so loud you could not help but rock out and justin was so in to all the songs and Maynard was well Maynard, animated, very brief and funny( he did say cleavland was louder, but im pretty sure after that we were louder). at the end they all huddle up and the take a bow and it was over
TOOL THE BEST FUCKING ROCK BAND EVER DON'T LISTEN TO ANYBODY ELSE THAT SAY ANY DIFFERENT!!!!!!!

drumdude1387

10-08-2006, 06:21 PM

Simply amazing I thought they were better then the 2 times i saw them outside in Mass and NH. it couldnt get any better than idk about 15-18,000 people screamin. Danny was fucken amazing so overall the show was good couldnt forget these though
"Cleveland was louder",
"Sorry, I'm on acid"
"Ant-acid that is. I've been having some stomach problems"

Stinkfist
The Pot
Forty Six & 2
Jambi
Schism
Lost Keys
Rosetta Stoned
Wings For Marie
10,000 Days
Lateralus
Vicarious
Ænema

slackattack

10-09-2006, 03:56 AM

I got tickets in section 120 row 10 this afternoon. This was my 4th tool show and the best one. The sound from where i was sitting was very clear and maynard's vocals were easy to hear and well balanced with the rest of the mix. Visuals were sick. WINGS/10,000 DAYS!! I was a little upset to see so many people around me sitting down but w/e. I'm tired my throat hurts and ill see ya later today at NASSAU COLISEUM!!Dear ABA: I was the geezer with the gray hair sitting next to you with my 3 sons in section 120 row 10.....The seats were phenomenal as was the show...there were an awful lot of people sitting down there,but i'm proud to say at 44, I wasn't one of them!! Tool are without exception the greatest touring act on planet earth right now...Rock on!!! : }

mattbag

10-09-2006, 04:14 AM

Are you sure you were at the right show? think about it, just about everyone on this site is saying Cleveland and your the only one saying Pittsburgh......

People, please....He said Pittsburgh was louder. Until tonight, not Cleveland.

BTW: anyone else catch Justin come out for the last ISIS song?

slackattack

10-09-2006, 04:16 AM

My 3 rd Tool show and arguably the best! I saw the Lateralus tour in NJ last time around and was blown away by the self eating snake graphics. They had it again on the back screen breifly if you caught it in time. Someone thought danny was throwing frisbees into the audience;;;they were actually autographed drum heads with his trademark purple sharpie signature. And Maynard did say Cleveland was louder-end of discussion-case closed!!Anyway, if you missed the show, you're probably not reading this-if you made the show, you witnessed the greatest touring act on planet earth without exception. I'm 44(arrghhh!)but the band members are pretty close to my age. I grew up listening to Yes, King Crimson, ELP,Floyd-like most others from my era. These acts set the stage for Tool as the band members will readily admit. I've also seen those acts in concert. These boys hang right there with them musically=only floyd might eclipse them visually. Rock on for years to come boys.you are this generations only real ass kicking band for sure!!!!

Parcans

10-09-2006, 04:25 AM

Where were you sitting? I was in 109 row 12 and would have to agree with you, it was worst on the vocals and got pretty annoying at times.

Also anyone know what isis played, I though the first two songs were pretty generic but the 3rd kicked ass and the 4th had some real nice atmospherics.

Well, the last thing I would want to do is throw a fellow production guy under the bus, so let me preface this by saying that I thought the A1 did an excellent job under the circumstances. That arena isn't the greatest place to mix in.

I was in section 122, about halfway up. There was a set of arrays aiming our way, so that set was what we were hearing.

The lack of "fullness" to the sound is more inherent in the design of the Line Array speaker system, and not something overlooked by a mixing engineer. The highs getting too loud, however, can sometimes be contributed to frequencies that Engineer has lost over the years if he doesn't wear some kind of hearing protection.

Still, it was a GREAT show. No matter what the show looks like, it's ultimately about the music, not the packaging or presentation of it. Tool played a great set, and I appreciate the hard work they all put in to bring us the show.

Enjoy the time off. Nothing like getting home after a long run of shows!

~Parcans~

TxOxOxL

10-09-2006, 05:12 AM

I know this is a bit late, but I needed some time to compile my thoughts.

JUST FUCKING GREAT............................................. .

I saw them a few times.

Lollapalooza in 99, Was way to tired and stoned at that point of the show.

Lat tour Halloween 2001. Tripping my head off on shrooms.......along with really bad seats. (Left of the stage where the band walks up to the stage.) The Speaker Stack was blocking Adam during this show and I was unable to see the visuals....:(

This show....... Sec 124 row 19 perfect angle to the stage and the sound was the best I have ever heard in a larger venue. I thought the band was so tight and dead on which made the experience even better. You never want to see a band mess their own material up.

My legs were killing me and I was not even jumping around. I think I thought I was Maynard with my movements.

Yes I was stoned for this show, but was not tired.

What made this show even better was that SEC 124 Row 19 seat 3 & 4 were not used or purchased by anyone. So I had three seats to stand up and really spread out.

Now back to the music. Forty-six & two was sick. I play it on my guitar and I know how it feels when you get to curtain parts of that song. So when I was watching them perform one of the top 5 songs that TOOL has ever composed I was in complete awe.

Maynard seemed to be into the crowd. He seems to really connect with the crowd. At some parts of the show it actually looked like he was having FUN....
Not sure if he was like at any other shows.

Well I wish I was able to make the Long Island show, but I had a stupid Wedding to attend.

BTW the couple that occupied SEAT 1 & 2 was about 50 years old. I thought it was great. The guy was the one that loved TOOL and he dragged his WIFE or Girl Friend to the show. He loved life.

Looking forward to SPRING of 2007. I want to record the next show.

I need something to preserve the essense of a LIVE TOOL show.

hipgangsterwannabe

10-09-2006, 06:45 AM

first tool experience, sat side stage so i missed many of the back screen images, but the stage images blew my mind. cant wait for them to come back, probably one of hte greatest concert experiences ive ever had. maynard is a perfomance god amongst men.

cool to see justin rock with ISIS, whowere better than i expected

MzVandal

10-09-2006, 07:46 AM

AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME! This was my boyfriends first Tool concert (he was impressed of course), my second since Halloween 01 & I have to say I was blown away AGAIN.

Before I sat down, I met Alex Grey, the artist for most of their album/tour/merchandise art. Him & his wife are really nice. I went to CoSM back in April for a listening party & explaination of his work. AMAZING. Everyone was looking at me like I was nuts for going up to Grey haired guy and started a conversation.

We started out next to the stage where the bands exit and enter, Section 110 row 2 but the crew told us if we wanted we could move to 112 row 2, which was even better. We moved mainly because of bad visual (speakers in the way) &the seats are wireds tied together and your practically hugging your neighbor. We listened to some of ISIS when Justin came out before we moved. I personally think there are too many people for them to sound more clear and organized. Other than that, they are decent. I don't regret moving because we got a better sound, visual of the screens, Maynards swinging & the lights.

There was this baldheaded guy standing next to my boyfriend that looked kinda like Maynard & was so blasted that he was on the playful role, shaking his hand & patting him on the shoulder for letting him take cover next to us while standing on the steps. We found him amusing.

I had an extra pair of tickets for Section 126 & couldn't find anyone to give them to for FREE outside. Guess everyone thought I was up to something...

Once the band came out, everyone from the seats we had kept moving back & forth to the comp'd ones. That & the cigarette smoke were the only two things that bothered me AND the fact that the ignorant fans that don't know Wings/10k Days is ONE song dedicated to Maynards mother & were going for beer/bathroom runs like it was an intermission. That & Ænema were what I really looked forward to & they made my skin crawl with excitement. I can't pick a favorite because the whole show was BANANAS.

I regret not purchasing NY tix considering I live here, but hopefully they extend it & do somemore shows when they come back from Europe. if not I'll have to wait for another album, like waiting for the Olympics...

Driver82

10-09-2006, 12:33 PM

That got your attention, didn't it :) For all you metalhead juiced up testosterone driven "dudes", I am kidding.

I've seen Tool a whole bunch a times, and this is arguably the best so far. Things got off to a bit of a slow start; the band came and did their job, indicative of being on the road for a long time and having this be close to the end. However, once warmed up, they proceeded to kill...... The longer ambient passages bathed in a lotsa darkness (which I happen to also love) were restricted to 10k days pts. 1 & 2. Beyond that, every #$%%^ song ripped razor sharp, loud and charging. This was a heavy rock show, where even the middle guitar drone portion of Schism was given a tune up, three plus tempos and done as an explosive speed metal before returning back to the original version. And all four of them could actually be SEEN this time around. Maynard, though still choosing to twist and turn in his version of an acid laced modern dancer after a bottle of Jack Daniels induced with hallucinagenic mushrooms in a wind tunnel was set against the backdrop, you could still make him out. A welcome return after having been subjected to Maynard shadow puppetry/dancing behind a scrim during the last Perfect Circle tour.

I think if some people didn't think they were too weird or dark, they may well be considered the greatest band out there. This is the only show where I am doing eye ping pong bak and forth, watching all the members doing their stuff. Rhythmically, stylistically, technically they are untouchable. I've listened a millioin times and I still can't count some of those time signatures.

Buying the CD's and seeing the concerts is worth every cent.

ToolNation

10-09-2006, 04:25 PM

seriously i think i saw the hottest chick ever & she was rocking out to tool. i was sitting in section 128 and she was sitting in the 2nd or third row on the floor wearing army pants , blonde. i think im in love.

There is no spoon

10-10-2006, 09:08 AM

There is no spoon

10-10-2006, 09:14 AM

Speaking of Pushit, does anybody know what Maynard says approx 3:45 into the song?

Slipping back into the gap again
I'm alive when you're touching me
Alive when you're shoving me
Down
But I'd trade it all, for just a little
Piece of mind
Pushit on me
Pushit on me
Pushit on me
Pushit on me
You're pushing,
Shoving,
Scrambling,
****BLAH BLAH BLAH BLAH BLAH BLAH BLAH*****

What the hell is this line? I'ts nowhere in any of the lyrics I can find

cirkus

10-10-2006, 11:18 AM

Keep my feet back on the ground.

johnny7001

10-10-2006, 01:32 PM

Show was awesome. My 7th show, and they keep getting better. I just wish it was a little longer. I also wish they played Pushit. Not the slow version, the regular, album version. Nobosy likes the slow version

the slow version off salival is awsome the drum beats are so rythmic and the way it comes to an end with the vocals amazing i would have to disagree with you that no one likes the slow version they are both wonderful songs!!!!

ToolNation

10-10-2006, 01:36 PM

StaringJunky

10-11-2006, 04:54 AM

Well, the last thing I would want to do is throw a fellow production guy under the bus, so let me preface this by saying that I thought the A1 did an excellent job under the circumstances. That arena isn't the greatest place to mix in.

I was in section 122, about halfway up. There was a set of arrays aiming our way, so that set was what we were hearing.

The lack of "fullness" to the sound is more inherent in the design of the Line Array speaker system, and not something overlooked by a mixing engineer. The highs getting too loud, however, can sometimes be contributed to frequencies that Engineer has lost over the years if he doesn't wear some kind of hearing protection.

Still, it was a GREAT show. No matter what the show looks like, it's ultimately about the music, not the packaging or presentation of it. Tool played a great set, and I appreciate the hard work they all put in to bring us the show.

Enjoy the time off. Nothing like getting home after a long run of shows!

~Parcans~

Thanks for all of your wonderful insight. Its really great to know more about the way the system works. Also like you I LOVED the show, I thought Tool was on top of their game and performed a top notch show. I guess that since this was my first show, I had too high expectations about the sound. Since it always sounds so sharp and perfect on the record I was expecting the same in a live setting, which is not all that realistic to expect. I would certainly like to go again, and I look forward to future tours.
Thanks again for your expert insight, I appreciate it.

Parcans

10-12-2006, 02:39 PM

Thanks for all of your wonderful insight. Its really great to know more about the way the system works. Also like you I LOVED the show, I thought Tool was on top of their game and performed a top notch show. I guess that since this was my first show, I had too high expectations about the sound. Since it always sounds so sharp and perfect on the record I was expecting the same in a live setting, which is not all that realistic to expect. I would certainly like to go again, and I look forward to future tours.
Thanks again for your expert insight, I appreciate it.

You're welcome SJ.

Really all that matters is that you enjoyed the experience, which it seems we all did. What stuck with me this week were the musical highlights, not the minor technical nitpicking that I'm guilty of. I can still hear the stops in "Stinkfist" like they played it for me 5 minutes ago...

{I'll}

====={Keep}

========{Digging}

('Till I}

==={Feel}

======{Something}

So as far as all are concerned, mission accomplished...
The fans got to see the band live, the roadcrew was employed for a few months, the Union Stagehands put some hours in, the production rental houses made some dough on the equipment rentals, the bus charter companies can pay the leases this month, and best of all, TOOL made a shitload of cash to carry them for the next 5 years!

As long as they keep making records, I'll keep supporting them.

Heading to the same venue Friday 10/13 to see the Iron Maiden show. Should be interesting, as they're quite a departure from what we just experienced last week!

~Parcans~

BTW it's been a great week. Between Tool and Iron Maiden, MANCHESTER UNITED took over the lead in the Premiership!

elevation

10-12-2006, 03:06 PM

This was my first Tool show, and what a ride it was. I took a bus from Boston into Manhattan, from there I was going to take the shuttle from the port authority into the arena. The problem I had was that the fucking bus, which left at 2 pm, took 6 and a half hours to get to the terminal. By the time I was off it, there were no more shuttles, which took a lot of sprinting up and down the area to discover. So I dropped 60 bucks on a cab, and I walked into the arena literally right as Tool came on stage.

The show was incredible. I was on the floor, right next to the soundboard, so the mix I heard was fucking perfect. I was kind of disappointed by the view, especially now after I've seen videos and pictures of the video projections on the stage floor, but I was positioned perfectly for the laser show. The laser-illuminated thunderclouds that formed when they began 10,000 days were right above us down there...just out of arm's reach. It was wild. As for the band, they were spot on. Justin and Adam were sick as hell...I couldn't believe how badass Jambi was. I always found that song rather boring, but seeing Adam roar through that talkbox solo live was one of the high points of the whole show. Also Rosetta Stoned. I loved that song already, and seeing it live just made me appreciate it even more. They nailed every part of it, too. Also Schism, the double-time bridge...and Stinkfist, and 46 & 2, and The Pot...The way they close these shows, though, is what I can't get over, from the lasers in 10,000 days to sitting on the stage as 10,000 lighters illuminate the arena to melting everyone's face off with Vicarious, Lateralus, and Aenema.

How can one band be so good?

What an experience. Also a big thanks to Mayfair for hooking me up with my ticket. Thanks again bro!