10,000 Days
by Tool
  • Record Label: Volcano
  • Release Date: May 2, 2006
User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 517 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 440 out of 517
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 517
  3. Negative: 43 out of 517

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  1. AnthonyG
    Jul 26, 2006
    5
    This is only half an album. I only consider 4 of the tracks to be truly good. The rest is filler. The album is not particularly innovative, either. No new sounds here. Disappointing.
  2. MichaelP
    Sep 18, 2006
    10
    Like you could do any better?
  3. karolina
    Sep 22, 2006
    10
    With personal preferences of style or musician-ego aside, can you sincerely deny the intensive craftmanship and musically phenomenal sound generated by this band? And if your answer is yes, perhaps your musical knowledge is being compromised with your own perception of aesthetics.
  4. tkhty
    Sep 23, 2006
    10
    most of the songs are veryy strong lyrically and musically, a few seem out of place at times (blame hoffman, lipan conjuring) but this album is not something you'd listen to at a party or riding in a car and its nice to have music like this that really mimics the background music of an LSD trip
  5. Pavers
    Jan 24, 2007
    10
    This album really does kick ass. Tool have improved with each album.
  6. NonameNolastname
    Feb 10, 2007
    8
    Good album. Not nearly up to the amazingness of Lateralus or the greatness of Aenima, but a solid album. It has a few annoying parts, but it does have good content: Vicarious, Jambi, The Pot, Rosetta Stoned, Right In Two, and the song(s) that some love and some hate: Wings for Marie (+ part 2). Seems more "earthy" as compared to the "spiritual" sounding Lateralus. I don't see how Good album. Not nearly up to the amazingness of Lateralus or the greatness of Aenima, but a solid album. It has a few annoying parts, but it does have good content: Vicarious, Jambi, The Pot, Rosetta Stoned, Right In Two, and the song(s) that some love and some hate: Wings for Marie (+ part 2). Seems more "earthy" as compared to the "spiritual" sounding Lateralus. I don't see how people can see this as Lateralus II, they seem completely different to me. The extreme anti-Tool comments like "dudez, toolz fans r al brindid, hu ha ha" when I doubt they hardly even listened to 10,000 days to judge it. Oh well, you can all go back to listening to britney spears and friends :) In the end, Tool did something new. Not uber-outstanding, not on par with Lateralus, but still a great album (even more as compared to most music these days.) The only complaint can be the "filler". It does get a tad annoying, but doesn't bring down the album signifigantly.… Expand
  7. JuanA
    Mar 12, 2007
    10
    It is an incredible disc!!!!!!!!
  8. EddieC
    Mar 21, 2007
    10
    Nothing but truth and great tunes.
  9. MattS
    Mar 21, 2007
    9
    As many others have stated, this album REALLY grows on you. The songs that sound like crap at first grow on you, one by one. Everybody complains about the fillers, and at the same time say it wasn't as good as Aenima, which itself was only about 5 or 6 good songs with a lot of filler in between. Tool's debut album was 5 songs, followed by an album of all songs, followed by an As many others have stated, this album REALLY grows on you. The songs that sound like crap at first grow on you, one by one. Everybody complains about the fillers, and at the same time say it wasn't as good as Aenima, which itself was only about 5 or 6 good songs with a lot of filler in between. Tool's debut album was 5 songs, followed by an album of all songs, followed by an album of 5 or 6 good songs with fillers, followed by an album of all songs, followed by an album of 5 or 6 songs with fillers. Anyone see a pattern here? The fact is, this is an excellent ALBUM, in an age where almost all other commercial artists just churn out songs. Most musicians nowadays put out a complete album based on only one song, and hope to make money off of the download of that one song. Here, Tool once again has turned an idea into a complete ALBUM, and enhanced it with conceptual art, making it something actually worth purchasing and possessing. As for how the band has progressed; as a guitarist, every Tool album before this one I have been able to listen to a few times and pick up a guitar and play it. I thought I would be able to do that with this one, but I must admit, I've tried, and might have to consult the tabs on this one, just like I had to on 'Presence' and 'In Through the Out Door' by Zeppelin, other albums this has been compared to. Kudos to Tool and their great few songs. I'd rather wait 5 years for songs as good as these with fillers than wait 10 for a full album. Just thank God that we can push the skip button instead of having to fast forward and rewind. Looking forward to seeing it live. Maybe they'll take me back to how a rock concert's actually supposed to be.… Expand
  10. JohnDoe
    Mar 31, 2007
    10
    This is an amazing album once you listen through it a few times. What sets Tool head-and-shoulders above other mainstream bands is their use of dynamics and rhythm. Other bands craft 3-to-5 minute pop songs in which they play the same hook over and over again with the structure never varying. I personally enjoy the slower tracks like 10,000 Days and Right In Two. As bands grow older, This is an amazing album once you listen through it a few times. What sets Tool head-and-shoulders above other mainstream bands is their use of dynamics and rhythm. Other bands craft 3-to-5 minute pop songs in which they play the same hook over and over again with the structure never varying. I personally enjoy the slower tracks like 10,000 Days and Right In Two. As bands grow older, their songs seem to get mellower and less angsty and I think the same is happening to Tool (which is, in my opinion, for the better). It shows that they have changed and matured since AEnima and previous record, while still keeping their songs exciting and interesting. In my opinion, this is the best record Tool has released.… Expand
  11. BobbyNuggets
    Mar 5, 2007
    10
    At first I was a little disappointed and did think it was a continuation of Lateralus. But, each time I listen to it I love it more and more. I originally became a Tool fan based solely on the music alone. This album made me start listening to the words and developing my own interpretation. Maynard has some sic thoughts and some that I can at least semi relate to. Overall this album is At first I was a little disappointed and did think it was a continuation of Lateralus. But, each time I listen to it I love it more and more. I originally became a Tool fan based solely on the music alone. This album made me start listening to the words and developing my own interpretation. Maynard has some sic thoughts and some that I can at least semi relate to. Overall this album is not an "on the fly" record where you just listen to it in your car on the way to walmart. this is an album you must take the time to listen to and let it take you in.… Expand
  12. BenL
    Apr 20, 2007
    10
    This CD is so abstract and ideal. The music and lyrics flow perfectly. Vocals are obsolete. Amazing.
  13. JinL.
    Feb 6, 2008
    10
    Don't listen to critics. This album rates a full 10/10.
  14. KcS
    Jun 27, 2009
    9
    First off I would like to say to some, not all Tool fans are pot heads or 16 year olds, or those that know nothing. I am a University graduate, and most definately not a moron, so those with those comments can shove them wherever they please. I like this albulm but their older stuff is much better I agree to that, but not everyone who listens to Tool are potheads or drug addicts.
  15. Darrelld
    Nov 2, 2006
    10
    this cd is the sh*t, just like every one i have herd. All of you non tool fans just need to shove it becuase of course you r going to give them bad ratings. Tool is not any thing like a religious cult. they r spiritual but is that a big issue...Tool started out in a local bar to record their album unlike most other bands. oh yea what kind of crap do you lousy critics listen to?
  16. RobR
    Nov 22, 2006
    2
    The lyrics are cringingly trite and hollow, the music is pedestrian, the only thing this joke of a band have going for them is the good production and the distinctive, well-refined sound of the instruments themselves.
  17. FraknM
    Dec 11, 2006
    10
    This fabulous collection of work is the epitome of what other bands wish they could be. Far better than I had expected, given the hiatus the bad took these past few years and given that Manyard had performed with "A perfect circle" which was ho-hum in my not so humble opinion. I only hope that Maynard and company will continue to turn out such great masterpieces...
  18. JamesR
    Oct 21, 2006
    0
    When people stop mindlessly giving zero's instead of things like 4's and 5's etc. I'll stop giving zeros.
  19. KevinB
    Dec 18, 2006
    10
    The best TOOL album ever. The band shows off their range of talent in this album. I don't mind if it takes them another five years to do the next one either. It'll be worth it.
  20. DanS
    May 11, 2006
    10
    Best Album this year
  21. JustinB
    May 11, 2006
    10
    Overall great album, however still not as brilliant as some of tools previous works but still a hell of a lot better than any of the other crap on the radio these days
  22. A
    May 12, 2006
    10
    If you don't get it, you don't get it. It's solid.
  23. FuquaF
    May 12, 2006
    10
    A sublime mix of spiritual intensity and "eff-you" thunder. If you don't like it, pull six feet of dirt over yourself, you are most likely dead.
  24. TonyB
    May 12, 2006
    3
    As a longtime Tool fan, I was very much looking forward to an album of growth. Maynard would show that 'A Perfect Circle' helped him to grow as a musician. The rest of Tool would prove once again the whole was greater than the sum of its parts. Finally, that.even with all the various side projects, Tool was ultimately a cohesive megaband. Unfortunately, this album seems to be As a longtime Tool fan, I was very much looking forward to an album of growth. Maynard would show that 'A Perfect Circle' helped him to grow as a musician. The rest of Tool would prove once again the whole was greater than the sum of its parts. Finally, that.even with all the various side projects, Tool was ultimately a cohesive megaband. Unfortunately, this album seems to be nothing more than a last minute attempt to piece together a bunch of mindless drivel. You can tell some ideas were flowing, but none (I repeat NONE) of the tracks sound the least bit finished. It's almost as if they were got halfway through the songs and just said 'Forget It'. You'll be saying the same thing after listening too.… Expand
  25. josak
    May 13, 2006
    7
    This is a good album, I mean c'mon, it's Tool; but this comes no where near close to the greatness of "Lateralus" -- in fact, it's not even in the same stratosphere. Regardless, it's still worth a listen. My complaints are pretty much the same as everyone elses, no need to get into that.
  26. JeffR
    May 15, 2006
    0
    Okay, first off let me start by saying.... Oh my god, this is simple the worst recorded noise that has ever hit the ears of humans. Please someone tell these waste of life noise makers to stop recording those noises. This is not music, this is pathetic garbage. I've made better noise out of my butt. Worst album of all-time, this is an undisputed fact!!!!!!!!!!!
  27. JeffB
    May 16, 2006
    7
    I don't know why some of the other people are rating the 'album' low, but I can't stop listening to it. It is definitely an 'experience', and maybe you need to be in the right frame of mind to hear it, but I rate it equal to listening to Pink Foyd's Dark Side of the Moon while watching the Wizard of Oz.
  28. JoshG
    May 19, 2006
    9
    Another longtime Tool fan here. It really baffles me why people have to go apeshit about there being a few noise tracks. You're not meant to sit around and listen to them over and over again...and they really add something to the album as an experience. 10,000 days (Wings pt. 2) is a side of Maynard we have never seen before, I think it's one of the most emotional songs Another longtime Tool fan here. It really baffles me why people have to go apeshit about there being a few noise tracks. You're not meant to sit around and listen to them over and over again...and they really add something to the album as an experience. 10,000 days (Wings pt. 2) is a side of Maynard we have never seen before, I think it's one of the most emotional songs I've listened to in the last couple years. I mean sure it's not as 100% solid as Lateralus or Aenima, but those are impossible albums to top. I'm just ecstatic that this album is as interesting as it did.… Expand
  29. jon
    May 22, 2006
    8
    This is clearly a great CD as I listen ot it more and more. Perhaps 5 or 6 songs witha bunch of filler is reason enough to avoid a higher rating. But considering... you have 5 new bad-ass Tool songs. What do you want? 12 crap songs? Or maybe just no filler, and label it an EP? Whatever. Considering the packaging, you're hardly paying any more than you would for anyone else's EP This is clearly a great CD as I listen ot it more and more. Perhaps 5 or 6 songs witha bunch of filler is reason enough to avoid a higher rating. But considering... you have 5 new bad-ass Tool songs. What do you want? 12 crap songs? Or maybe just no filler, and label it an EP? Whatever. Considering the packaging, you're hardly paying any more than you would for anyone else's EP at your local record store. Vicarious, Jambi, Rosetta Stoned, and Right in Two are insane. The Pot statrs strong, and ends strong, but the nmiddle leaves seomthing to be desired. Also considering everywhere I've seen this album it's been priced extremely reasonably. Put this on, with headphones, when you have nothing else to do. If you want something to listen to on your I-Pod while waiting in line at Starbucks... ask pitchfork for some ideas.… Expand
  30. LARRYS
    May 29, 2006
    10
    When I first starting listening to this cd I was a little dissapointed considering it was a five year work in progress. LIke other Tool fans I was expecting the band to be in your face. Realizing the band has matured and my listening process has been nonstop, this album is one of my favorite Tool cd's to date. It's nearly impossible to compare Undertow or Anemia to their newer When I first starting listening to this cd I was a little dissapointed considering it was a five year work in progress. LIke other Tool fans I was expecting the band to be in your face. Realizing the band has matured and my listening process has been nonstop, this album is one of my favorite Tool cd's to date. It's nearly impossible to compare Undertow or Anemia to their newer cd's, but understanding the bands purpose on this record is amazing in it's self. Maynard's voice is still melodic and powerful, although there are times you expect him to break out his angry voice and insted it comes out in a soothing way. Adam and Justin are unbelievable as always on guitar. Danny Carey on drums is very underated and in my eyes still proves he is one of the best around. I gave this cd a ten because , honestly I can't take this cd out. An unbelievable cd and a must buy.… Expand
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Metascore
68

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
  1. AllMusic
    80
    It's not only a step forward for the band, but a re-embracing of the epic-length rock songs found at the roots of early heavy metal.
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  2. Amazon.com
    60
    When Tool sounds as good as it does on ["Jambi" and "The Pot"] it's hard to get enough. Which makes it all the more baffling that a surprisingly large chunk of the disc is given over to mood-enhancing soundscapes like "Lost Keys" and "Vigniti Tres."
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  3. E! Online
    75
    Sounds exactly like you would expect a Tool album to sound.
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