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Tool (band)

Tool is an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1990.

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

Tool is an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1990, known for its alternative and progressive metal sound, complex compositions, and visual presentation.

What it is

Tool is a band with a current lineup of Maynard James Keenan, Adam Jones, Danny Carey, and Justin Chancellor. Its original bassist, Paul D'Amour, was replaced by Chancellor in 1995. The band has released five studio albums, one EP, and one box set.

Key details

Tool’s studio albums include Undertow, Ænima, Lateralus, 10,000 Days, and Fear Inoculum. The band has won four Grammy Awards and is associated with alternative metal and progressive metal, noted for complexity, experimentation, and heavy rhythmic structures.

Why it matters

Tool has achieved significant commercial success and critical acclaim, charting albums and touring worldwide. Its influence in progressive and alternative metal is widely recognized.

In short

  • Formed in Los Angeles in 1990.
  • Current members: Maynard James Keenan, Adam Jones, Danny Carey, Justin Chancellor.
  • Five studio albums, four Grammy Awards.
  • Known for alternative metal and progressive metal.

Quick questions

When was Tool formed?
Tool was formed in 1990 in Los Angeles.
Who are the members of Tool?
The current lineup is Maynard James Keenan, Adam Jones, Danny Carey, and Justin Chancellor.
How many Grammy Awards has Tool won?
Tool has won four Grammy Awards.

Sources

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tool_(band)
    Supports: Formation year, origin, current members, former member, discography, awards, and genre.
  2. Infopleasehttps://www.infoplease.com/biographies/art-entertainment/tool
    Supports: Original members, formation date, early albums, and replacement of Paul D'Amour by Justin Chancellor.
  3. AllMusichttps://www.allmusic.com/artist/tool-mn0000790820
    Supports: Band characterization and stylistic description.
  4. The Ohio State Universityhttps://www.aaep1600.osu.edu/book/25_Tool.php
    Supports: Formation in Los Angeles in 1990 and early alternative metal context.
  5. Wikipedia bahasa Indonesiahttps://id.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tool_(band)
    Supports: Four Grammy Awards and lineup information.