Vocal Coach listens to "The Pot" for the first time - Tool Reaction and Vocal Analysis 

Watching a knowledgeable person fall in love with Tool, is one of the most satisfying things on earth.

you will not upset many Tool fans by going back and listening to parts several times. i would hazard a guess to say that every Tool fan has done that several times. thanks and keep it up!

This is the first time anyone has ever said the word “golly” whilst listening to Tool 😂 Just found your channel and I love that you’re reviewing Tool.

I love that you make the same "Stank face" i make when I'm lost in Maynard's voice. it is bliss.

"I wanna hear it again." Words which everyone that has enjoyed Tool's music have spoken at least once before.

If you thought that scream was intense , wait till you hear the song the Grudge he belts it out for 27 to 29 seconds . Will amaze you the breath control . Great reaction by the way .

This is like showing a friend your favorite music but they love it and want to talk about it.

You have no idea how rewarding it is to hear you react to The Pot!

You're worried because your attention is drifting away from the singing. We, on the other hand, enjoy seeing how much fun you have listening. :-) We understand that - we love this masterpiece too!

Maynard is a ship sailing in the middle of a storm. So much going on around him but still steadily marches thru the song. Amazing band.

The funky vibes on this song are amazing. For me, Justin's bass lines in this song are just perfection.

I’ve listened to tool for over 25 years. She nailed and verbalized stuff that was insanely insightful. The coolest thing? You can tell she is now 💯 a “fan of tool” 😇

Her little snarl and facial features are amazing 😂 I wish I could experience tool for the first time again

The magic of Tool is that Maynard lays the vocals to the songs after the instrumental portion of the song is already played and that is how the songs are created. It really is two separate pieces like you mentioned. I've been listening to Tool since like 1991 and it has been the musical journey that I appreciate more than any other band I've ever listened to.

The way she say's "I'm going to listen to it again" then gleefully presses the back button like she's just helping herself to another chocolate from the box. Like she is saying "I shouldn't indulge, but i cant help myself." Love it :) Anything Maynard touches from his other bands A Perfect Circle or Puscifer is just absolutely brilliant. You'll need to listen to Culling Voices on their latest album for those vocals. Personally, my favourite vocals from Maynard are on the 'Pushit - Live' track from their Salival album. It's goosebumporama. Link To Pushit Live - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EgDwkSlCwHw.html

I love her genuine smile, and the fact that she seems to really be enjoying a band that I love personally. ALSO! How insightful she is! I’m really hoping nobody told her this, but she was able to decipher how intentional TOOL is with ensuring that each instrument is as equally heard, as the vocals are! She is absolutely brilliant! I hope that Maynard has seen her reactions to his art. I know he would appreciate it.

You absolutely MUST hear him do Orestes live with A Perfect Circle. His vocals are breathtaking.

Maynard intentionally does not put himself in front, especially in the mix. Everyone is equally important in Tool. They really are an amazing talent the likes of which we won't see for a long long time.

He uses his vocals in a precise way that creates instramentalization that isn't just runs, it's a crescendo and a full dynamic. A lot of motion.

i don't think she realizes how long it took (in years between albums) to get from Undertow, to Aenima, to Lateralus, and then to 10,000 Days, that's a lot of passing time, growing and changing. of course his vocals have changed from the live "Sober" video she watched previously. What is funny is you can she is in the groove and she is hooked. another TOOL fan has just emerged from the depths of innocence.

I love this so much! Tool always brings tears to my eyes but add in actually witnessing someone else fall in love with them in front of your eyes is amazing. Listening to a different perspective of the music you've loved for years is like hearing them for the first time all over again.

Out of those last 3 mentioned, you want Schizm. The emotional roller coaster brought on by the vocals is a trip. Do it with your eyes closed and your heart open. You'll never be the same

wether you like their music or not, you have to admit on a technical level their music is the musical equivalent of rocket science once you roll vocal, instrumentals and subtle lyrical meanings, soul and feeling, its not just a "song" listen to this or any tool music in a dark room with closed eyes and it will for sure take you on a journey. pure genius

I've heard this song hundreds of times. I've heard it so many times that it became auditory wall paper to me. You have completely renewed this song for me. There are parts of this song I never internalized before. New intricacies I never noticed. What an absolute treat to find your channel. Thank you!

I’m cheesing from ear to ear watching you experience this and no Tool fan minds you playing it over and over. Promise!! Never gets old.

Maynard would be so happy to hear your analysis at the end ... He has said his goal in Tool is for his voice not to stand out but just be one of the instruments in the band

Wings For Marie & Reflection are absolute MUSTS! Seeing your reactions to his breathy emotional bits tells me you need to hear them both. The epitome of “Emotional Maynard”. They will damn near bring you to tears.

A small detail I appreciate: starting just after 13:26, Maynard's transition to more of a legato style as the guitars slow down for just a brief moment is aural ecstasy.

Ladies and gentlemen we have a new Tool fan fan for life. Tool is an absolutely amazing band and there is nothing else like them nor will there ever be. My god I love this song!

Its always a treat to see people turn into Tool fans right in front of you. Truly a great band, dynamic and always changing. Great reaction as always and I can tell you were digging the groove 🙂

The time sequence of each instrument is just going to turn you upside down. They’re all beyond genius. It’s even more fun to listen to each one all by itself including Maynard’s vocals, then go back and listen to them all together again. Mind blowing!!

What gets me most about Tool is that, yes Maynard's a vocal wizard, but EVERY member is a master at their craft, Danny, Justin, Adam, they're all amazing and they all know how to contribute to each other.

I love that Tool took a very simplistic phrase "The pot calling the kettle black" and actually explains the phrase in a kick a$$ song...simple concept done exquisitely in a complex song.

The rythm section in Tool is about the best you’ll ever hear, so it’s only natural that it keeps drawing your attention. The bass in this song is great, but it’s actually the drums that’ll blow your mind once you try to follow what’s going on. Danney Carey is insanely skilled.

Im watching and weeping with joy. Tool makes up a large part of my daily playlist. I can't get enough of the vocal transmission he is capable of.

Tool has been fortunate to have awesome bassists. D'Amour and Chancellor are amazing.

The entire 10,000 days album is a masterclass in odd timing that feels perfect for the song its in. It's one of my top 5 for all time records. You wish to listen to Rosetta Stoned, or Vicarious from the same album

Maynard’s vocals on Three Libras (A Perfect Circle) is by far his most impressive work. And the classic music would be appreciated by this vocal coach.

I really appreciate your time to break down the song. Not just the vocals but the whole thing entirely. It's a refreshing change to see someone take time to think about what they're hearing.

You’ve helped me fall again with music I already love. Thank you 🙏🏻

Danny Carey on drums, one of the best drummers in the World. I am so glad you are liking Tool, I hope to see more of these reactions!

The bass line goes so hard in this track. All the band members are virtuosos. Tool is cool.

Tool will never have "normal timing"

Cool seeing someone enjoying the Soulful Eternal Goosebumps🥂🎉 Keep On Spiriling Out Sister🤘

Just found your videos 25 min ago with your “Sober” video. Went straight to this one after and it’s so great to see Tool being “analyzed” in this way. The music is hard obviously, so it’s RARELY considered “Beautiful” - thanks for discussing their talents in such an unconventional way. Love it.

A studio version! Yay for that decision! Bands spend days, weeks, months getting the song "just right" for a reason. I think that is the best introduction to a song. Perhaps not the best for vocal analysis, but better for the appreciation of the song.

That is so true, TOOL's bass line is totally mesmerizing and hypnotic. Tool lifts me up everytime I listen to them, it's like I'm in some sort of trance.

Listen to the studio recordings of Wings for Marie pt 1 and 2, and let yourself ball your eyes out. They are the two most personal Tool songs, and they're gut wrenching. The title track from Lateralus is also just absolutely stellar.

Awesome! you had the BASS stankface😂My Favorite Reaction thus far🤟

I’m glad you said it’s a journey. Us Tool fans feel their music is an experience or journey as much as anything else.

Watching her experience the magic of Tool takes me back to the 90s. I love that she appreciates the complexity and yet how approachable their music is.

I am in agreement with so many other commenters that I’m enjoying watching you fall in love with songs I’ve loved for years and years. So cool, just shows how powerful music is.

I, as a female, absolutely love hearing you discover the magic that is Tool's timing, lyrics and flawless performances of brilliance!!! If you get the chance..see them live! I finally went for my 46th birthday in 2016. And? KEEP listening, discovering and being captured under their spells!!

This is SO cool, watching a brand new listener to Tool and being as amazed as we are by this band. Your channel is awesome! Keep it up😊👍

The name of this album always gets me in the feels. His mother, Judith, had just passed away after 10,000 days of battling with cancer. He had a lot of emotional turmoil in his heart for this album. He was gonna be a country music singer until Danny (Drummer) convinced him to front for a rock band instead. That is why he is able to have such clean and gentle vocals when he wants to; he practiced country first. But he also brings such a haunting power to rock. It is undeniable. Everything on Ænima, forward, has been breathtaking to me.

I think that the word that she's looking for pertaining to the contrast between his tone and his lyrics is juxtaposition. And he is an absolute master. Very few can do that. So glad I had the opportunity to see Tool again this past November. Still mind blowing after all these years.

Bass coming in on 2nd verse is epic. You learn something new every listen and ive heard this song 1000 times lol.

Tool is a band of 4 virtuosos. The instrumentals parts are often just as interesting and moving as Maynard's vocals and lyrics.

Tool seems to hit very differently than anyone else. They are a special and unique band and artists, for sure!

It is so fun to watch a vocal teacher fall in love with Menard like we all have! they are complex pieces. This whole album is polyrhythmic you need to listen to the whole 10,000 days. Everybody in the band is doing something different.🙏🏽 I grew up, singing in rock bands, and I’m somewhat of a singer myself. I need to take professional vocal lessons to take it to the next level but it’s guys like this taught me how to say through practice.

“Right in Two”, “H”, “Flood”, and everything else they’ve ever done. It’s all excellent.

This is by far one of the best songs ever. Musically and vocally it's a masterpiece.

Accurate! It's my understanding the band builds the music and then Maynard creates the lyrics on top of a finished product, hence the layered finish you hear. It's brilliant! Watching a reaction video to their music almost makes me want to cry because every song is so emotional. As I get older, it gets less emotional and these videos tend to reinvigorate that feeling. I am more of a stoic and serious type personality and Maynards voice speaks for me in ways that I cannot. Its Angelic. He and the band encapsulate all of my emotions hidden away inside. They have a way of finding them.

His voice in this song literally sends tingles across my entire body. I've listened to it on repeat before for HOURS... favorite tool song of all time

I love how she started off trying to comment on Maynard, then Tool happened. Pretty sure a new fan was born today 🤘❤🤘

Maynard's best vocals are on Lateralis. Need more songs from that album.

Amazing analysis. I remember hearing "h" riding around listening to a San Antonio rock station in a New Holland tractor, disking and plowing for the day's work.

This is one of the best reaction videos I've seen in awhile. Tool is amazing in every way, extremely talented behind every instrument and mic.

I love listening to Tool for specific "moments" in songs. One my absolute favorites is about 1 minute in to "Parabola". It's gorgeous. I love Tool so much!

You nailed it. That's why Maynard never takes centre stage but instead takes to 'lurking', around the edges of lights or Backlit. Pretty damned accurate of you to pick this up on the second song and probably earned you a lot of respect from many a die hard fan, myself included. I will definitely pop back to see your future reviews, would love to hear your thoughts on Lateralus. Cheers, Lee.

Thank You!! For appreciating Maynard's voice as well as the powerful music. I've followed Tool for almost 30 years. Missed 2 concerts. I love Your channel!

Dude. It's Tool. Greatest band of my generation.

They are one of the most technically complex bands even in their own genre.

Absolutely mindblowing; in essence these guys are a jam band, but they make their final product sound so perfectly intentional. GENIUS.

Their talent is undeniably epic... Keep in mind the first video you watched was somewhere around 1992/93. 30 years later hes better than ever.

My favorite tool song. Just saw them live this evening and they played this sooooooo good.

She got the magic of Danny right around that 16:33 mark. Outstanding breakdown of the pure magnificence that is “Tool”. This band never ceases to amaze.

Audio only is the right choice for Tool reactions. Great reaction! Love your concise observations!

I'm so glad I found your channel. It's a real joy to spend time with you in this manner.

Im 55 yrs old Tool has always been one of my favorite bands when they hit it big.

Maynard can go from PRIMAL SCREAM to ANGELIC. Maynard is also the lead singer of A PERFECT CIRCLE and PUSCIFER. Check out APC's song THE DAMNED or Puscifer's HUMBLING RIVER to hear Maynard's range. 🤞✌️

I’m 42 and have seen hundreds of shows of all genres throughout my life. Tool’s live performance is arguably the most powerful band that is still alive and kicking today. I’ve seen them 43 times (not a typo) and Maynard’s voice and energy is 2nd to none. Do yourself a favor and go witness it before they quit touring. 🍻

not gonna lie, I'd love to see your reaction to MANY more Tool songs

The best meditation journey session you will ever have is to lay in a quiet room with your eyes closed, mind clear and taking in Tool will ALL your focus! Nothing like it!

Tool is one of those bands that takes you on a journey in each song. A journey on a roller coaster

Give perfect circle a listen! Another great display of maynard's range! Maynard on the david letterman show is damn impressive, as well

Tool has no set time signatures, they change constantly through out the song.. Which is what makes them so great

Such a gorgeous woman. I love the expressions that the music brings out. So natural and unhindered. As for Tool, they are eternal.

Watching someone discover one of your favourite bands is such a rare joy, and when it’s someone w your knowledge and comprehension is so beautiful! 🤘

It was interesting watching you recognize the voice in the mix not stand out front. Most Tool songs feature this method. Anyone who’s watched a Tool concert in last 20 or so years can tell you Maynard stands in the back next to the drums in the shadows and delivers epic performances. Along with the rest of the guys. Pretty equal footing usually.

I love that you love them. A technically superior band like this deserves the expert scrutiny and recognition. Awsome channel too

it's so fun to watch someone listen to tool for the first time. The eyes of confusion, the smiles of surprise and of "is this really happening?" are so great to see lol You can take your time as well. We know tool songs are complex and have a lot to unpack. Don't worry about being "only halfway through the song", we don't mind. It this was 45 minutes I'd watch it just the same. I'd suggest on the next tool song you listen, listen it for the first time from beginning to end, just to have a feel for it. Then you go back at it stopping whenever you feel necessary. You'll have a better notion of the nuances of the song and of how it began and how it ended, what impressed you, and you'll also notice a lot of things you didn't the first time. I'm not saying it's bad going like you did, just making a suggestion :)

Listening to you and watching you listen to this is really something else. I’m crying. You somehow add something important to the listening experience. Like giving us, musically illiterate folk, the words and understanding of why it’s been moving us for 2 decades. ❤

THE GRUDGE is definitely a song that you need to give a listen to. He lets out a 26 ish second scream that is amazing. I do love your reaction videos 😁

This just popped into my feed. Subscribed and now I'll have to watch the rest of your reactions

Having been a TOOL fan since almost day 1, watching your reactions bring back such great memories for me! I'm very jealous you are hearing them for the first time. I would give anything to start that journey over again. Enjoy the spiral and please do some more of these! We diehard, life long fans really enjoy them!!

Great reaction. One of the things I love about not only you, but many of the vocal coaches that do reactions like this is that your love for music in general is palpable. If it's any consolation, the first time `I` heard this, I barely realized there even WAS vocals! I was so transfixed by not only the bass line, but the drums. The vocal melody came through, but not much else. It wasn't until I heard it a couple of times that I really started paying attention to his vocals and the lyrical content for that matter. He has such an incredibly unique style of singing, so it was fun to see you break it down.

This is one of my favorite Tool songs. I have heard it hundreds of times, but watching you listen to it made me listen again with fresh ears and I got a whole new appreciation for what musical geniuses these guys are. Thank you for giving this genre a passionate listen.

Tool is cool! Fan since the beginning.. my son just turned 10 and is starting to like Dads rock n roll.. this channel has revitalized my commitment to Tool, will be playing it for him very soon.

I saw the video where you reacted to him live. I'm glad you're checking out other songs. This is one thing I really enjoy about tool. So many different kinds of people are into them.