David Letterman doesn't look people in the eye when he shakes their hand. especially; Carina (because he is shameful of his womanizing and can't look a woman; with a low cut top, in the eye without thinking of his own shame of wanting to use her body for his own pleasure). He doesn't value others. He doesn't even know that it's demeaning to take that hopeful moment of connection and approval away from people. I ain't mad at him...he is a product of his own experiences (done to him; or created by him). It is what it is. No resentment. But, interesting to notice.
Fucking amazing to hear these songs in a pre-polished state while maintaining the energy, vibe and magic. Reminded me of hearing this album for the first time back in '96 -Thank you so much for sharing.
The algorithms have failed me, incredibly have not heard or known about this until now. What I find the most fun is hearing which elements were there from beginning, and which were added later, especially regarding the vocals - how some small details were completely semented for the demos, when some of the choruses were not at all finished and nowhere near as epic as they would end up. Love it.
Danny Octopus Arms Carey is really the true highlight here. Maynard sounds so raw and hungry for success, Paul has that raw bass sound that is very guitar like and blends with Adam very well and adds so much punch to their sound. Adam has a way to make simple melodies sound great and are laden with so much emotion and creativity. TOOL definitely created a niche all their own and doing so created a aperture of endless possibilities and perspectives ✌🏽♥️
Immediately prefer these versions to the record versions, Paul was obviously a big part of the writing. Still a classic record, but these versions slap too hard
The Bass riffs on Undertow have long made it my favorite album. Paul’s playing has more punch than ‘89 Mike Tyson. However, the man himself is pretty cunty. When the Lesser Key album (so great, make another one) came out myself and my friends and bandmates were the only people who knew who they were and got pretty much a private show at a small club. Paul locked the keys to the tour van in it. I had AAA so I had them come unlock the van and bought everyone in the band a beer till they got there. Myself and my buddy even helped them load their gear up to help out. Everyone in Lesser Key was super cool, except Paul. He acted like a total prick even though we were the only ones there to see his band, I got his van opened for him and loaded up his goddamn gear for him! That being said he’s still one of my favorite musicians. Being a great artist and being an asshole go hand in hand sometimes. Justin really murdered it on 10, 000 Days but I feel he has taken a minimalist approach since. Every time I listen to 7empest I just can help but feel it’s Adam’s best guitar work ever and JC just plays the same bassline for 7 minutes and doesn’t do it justice. But the bass on Rosetta Stoned is some of the best playing ever. Let’s get Tool at The Sphere in Vegas for 4 nights: 1st night Opiate and Undertow with Paul on the Bass, and another album each night with terrifying graphics 200ft tall behind them. Make it happen some rich promoter somewhere.
I have to wonder where Paul is these days. He definitely added a creepy factor to the sound that made them what they've become. I dig JC, but Paul has more bottom end and punch to it. I first heard Tool in 94 and was immediately bitch slapped by the bass. I think if he and the band are still getting along it would be stellar to see him and the band reunite for a few gigs. Double stuff like Oreos ...this is killer, thanks for sharing. Question Authority, Think For Yourself...🤯👽
I was buying the bootleg VHS tapes of their live shows prior to AEnima releasing and these early version of those songs always hit harder than the studio mix on that album for me.
Watching Letterman with my folks was some of my favorite memories growing up. The moment he left was the beginning of the death of cable. I wish I woulda caught this live. I’ve been a Tool fan since 2006, but I didn’t find APC or Puscifer til after I graduated in 2012. Conditions is probably still my favorite album they’ve made, but they’re all amazing honestly. Carina Round is the icing on the cake.
Self censoring bicycle horn by the mic. Pure gold. Btw, in Europe we do not hear censored US versions, only original uncensored stuff. Daily on radio, tv or internet.
Fluck me, Paul was behind some of the great basslines on Aenima as well!?!?! Here i thought Chancellor helped create this album. Damnit Paul, imagine what masterpieces wed have today had he not left between, in my opinion, Tool's 2 best albums. Whats worse, he left cuz he wanted to play guitar.... but has only played bass since, as hes the bassist with Ministry. At least with Tool, a more artistic style driven band, his bass meant more and had more behind it. Hell, he was known for his tone with the Undertow album, which im sure hooked many listeners.
im late to the party but so were these demos, thanks for sharing...i actively listened to this band for many years and downloaded anything i could possibly find related to them, but never stumbled onto this one
I think this is a perfect example that you could say when you change one band member you change a little of the Dynamics about a band. Now I remember why I enjoyed Paul Bass so much. Quite honestly I enjoy both Bass styles. But I think Paul doesn't get the recognition he so deserves for his sound.
