Danny Carey on the Most Exhausting Part of Being In TOOL

In this clip, Danny Carey talks about the building blocks of TOOL’s sound and who picks the set list on tour.

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[CryptanalystDigitalSolutions]

I've listened to Tool since the 90's. In all that time I've never seen a single clip of Danny being anything other than a stand up, likable dude.

[gpwrestler]

The fact (by danny’s account) that
Bob Ludwig, master engineer, was able to pick up a floor tom lug bolt loose from a track by ear, and was able to single out that noise by eq’ing it out for all the others to hear it is outstanding.

[Czch]

Danny seems like your one friend’s dad who was so kind and gave great life advice. The dude is so humble.

[LukeMcdonaldandmusic]

He seems like a really kind soul, absolute behemoth of a drummer.

[GPlewright]

In the early days there was a huge mystique around Tool … no band photos in their albums - I wondered if the music was being played by aliens or spirits because it was so groundbreaking and incredible. Now we see them very calmly, intelligently and articulately chatting about their music and life like old friends or neighbours. Bravo men for a wonderful journey.

[Horsefingerandthetaintwrights]

" I feel like I can play anything ". Understatement of the century.

[street-erfication]

Nice of Danny to join us on Earth, every now and again. Much appreciated...now back to the Astral Plane, you go, sir! 🙏🏿🤲🏿

[JS]

Tool has absolutely saved my life. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 22, now 41, and even though I am a functional idiot when it comes to music, Tool has resonated with me since my teenage years in the 90s before I even realized it would be my lifeline to a normal feeling. Whenever I crash into my depression and am at my worst I turn on Tool and just listen for as long as it takes till I come out of it.

Danny is the greatest drummer and pairing that with Maynard's vocals just allow me to find the spark I need to continue when I don't think I can. And I don't want to overlook Adam and Justin with what they bring but Danny and Maynard have always stuck with me over the years. I am so happy in this day and age through YouTube and the internet at large, I get to learn more about the quartet who I owe so much too.

I lost one of my best friends to suicide and we loved to listen to Tool together, with Ænima and The Pot being our two favorites to jam to. I have continued on for him and for our love of this band for years whenever I didn't think I could. I don't know if this true but I heard a while ago the band said the name can mean many things but they can be (I am paraphrasing) whatever tool that you need in that moment no matter what you are going through. I thank you for my life Danny, Justin, Adam, and Maynard.

[davidjtravers]

I love hearing someone finally differentiate the voice from the other instruments. People will slag an aging singer all day long while praising how the guitar player still has his tone. An instrument is not going to diminish the same way a a singer’s voice will. And you can always update or buy a new instrument, whereas the singer’s instrument is his/her body. No one ever points that out; here it is in this interview.

[antonstyles]

the wide shot makes Danny look like a GIANT

[alexmbrenner]

He's incredible. Such a great drummer.

[nathanfisher]

I’m a drummer over 50 (nowhere NEAR his level, he’s a true master) but man, when we do a full 3 hours I’m just done…. It’s brutal. Hats off to him to be able to play at that level for that long…. He’s just an amazing player. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to hear your playing, it is a true gift to the world.

[Drhoward]

I feel like TOOL has the most equal mixing. Most bands the vocals project well above the guitar bass and drums. In TOOLs mixes, Maynard’s voice is just another instrument.

[TOOLbassplayer]

Danny is one of the most humble human beings on the planet.

[jsunproter]

Amazing interview! Anything with Danny Carey talking about music and I'm there. My personal GOAT of drumming.

[jmdfamily]

Hes killing it with king crimson! Best choice ever!

[Squirrel_]

Both these men are gems. I could listen to Danny all day.

Thank you, Rick!

[scottk]

Seen Tool at Street Scene in San Diego in I think 06, I've been to many concerts, that was one of the best.

[daveb]

Watching Danny's performance of Pneuma on Vic Firth's YT channel is a weekly ritual for me. What amazing talent. And that smile on his face at 10:42 when they nail the return after an extended rest... What a pro.

[mikestaff]

Great interview! He has so much passion for his music. That’s how they make it so good