Fear Inoculum
Tool · 2019
84 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A labyrinthine journey of heavy riffs, intricate rhythms, and thought-provoking lyrics that challenge perception and self-awareness.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic exploration with peaks wave-like pacing that unfolds introspective journey of self-awareness
- Context
- Released on August 30, 2019, 'Fear Inoculum' is Tool's first album in 13 years, following their acclaimed album '10,000 Days' from 2006. This long-awaited return marked a significant moment in their career as they navigated the evolving landscape of progressive metal while maintaining their signature sound.
- If you like
- progressive metal, progressive rock, psychedelic rock
- What next
- Lateralus — Continues the complex rhythms and themes of self-exploration found in Fear Inoculum.
Fear Inoculum is an album by Tool, released in 2019. A labyrinthine journey of heavy riffs, intricate rhythms, and thought-provoking lyrics that challenge perception and self-awareness. 'Fear Inoculum' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, making it Tool's third album to achieve this feat. The album was met with critical acclaim, highlighting its complex compositions and themes, establishing Tool's continued relevance in the progressive metal scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Fear Inoculum sound like?
A labyrinthine journey of heavy riffs, intricate rhythms, and thought-provoking lyrics that challenge perception and self-awareness. Rooted in progressive metal and progressive rock.
What makes Fear Inoculum by Tool notable?
'Fear Inoculum' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, making it Tool's third album to achieve this feat. The album was met with critical acclaim, highlighting its complex compositions and themes, establishing Tool's continued relevance in the progressive metal scene. Released on August 30, 2019, 'Fear Inoculum' is Tool's first album in 13 years, following their acclaimed album '10,000 Days' from 2006. This long-awaited return marked a significant moment in their career as they navigated the evolving landscape of progressive metal while maintaining their signature sound.
Who is Fear Inoculum for?
Fear Inoculum works well if you're into dynamic exploration with peaks, wave-like pacing that unfolds and introspective journey of self-awareness.
How many songs are on Fear Inoculum?
Fear Inoculum has 9 tracks, running approximately 84 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Fear Inoculum Standout 10:21
- 2 Pneuma Standout 11:53
Disc 2
- 1 Invincible 12:44
Disc 3
- 1 Legion Inoculant 3:09
- 2 Descending 13:37
Disc 4
- 1 Culling Voices 10:05
- 2 Chocolate Chip Trip 4:48
Disc 5
- 1 7empest Standout 15:43
- 2 Mockingbeat 2:05
Release Date
August 30, 2019
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
84 min 25 sec
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