Fear Inoculum
by Tool
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Aug 30, 2019
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 733 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 109 out of 733
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  1. Tha5252
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    This is a massive record...The days, months and years will reveal more about the new record. As with releases previous, there are wrinkles that will only emerge after the record is lived with and absorbed. But if you’re wondering whether ‘Fear Inoculum’ was worth the wait, then the answer is yes. If you’re wondering whether it’ll touch your heart, soul and spirt, the answer is also so.
  2. Spassbremse
    Sep 4, 2019
    3
    This album is absolutely aimless and a complete and utter mess compared to Tool's previous work. The lyrics are Maynard's most boring ever across any of his bands, and it just doesn't feel like he's into them at all. There are no unifying themes or ideas across the songs, no motifs, no change in dynamics or energy. With the exception of "Tempest", the entire album is one flat boringThis album is absolutely aimless and a complete and utter mess compared to Tool's previous work. The lyrics are Maynard's most boring ever across any of his bands, and it just doesn't feel like he's into them at all. There are no unifying themes or ideas across the songs, no motifs, no change in dynamics or energy. With the exception of "Tempest", the entire album is one flat boring level of energy reminiscent of a "Lateralus" b-side.

    Guitar, drum, and bass riffs are all ripped off and reused unabashedly from "Lateralus" and "10,000 Days". This is Tool playing things safe, and quite frankly it's just not up to par.    … Expand
  3. dangyosabyss
    Sep 4, 2019
    8
    Its a great album but the 10 scores are ridiculous. Its content could be from any Tool session in the last 3 albums. It isnt different enough and doesnt show enough progression (ironic right?) to warrant 10 scores. Thats not to say it is bad. Its great. But its what we have come to expect from them and Tool were never about that. Its exactly what i expected it to be. 10k days part 2.
  4. Killabytz
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    Best album ever! Only sheep that never understood Tool hate on this album, it’s absolute perfection..change my mind??
  5. rrroooddd
    Sep 4, 2019
    8
    I love everything except the voice and the fillers. The long riffs which I love to absorve with time, the crazy tempos that makes them real hard for me to preditct are absolutely great. The drums man, so good. That man is insane.
    I feel that Maynard could have deliver better. Not screams to be honest but better melodies. Sometimes he just repeat stuff in the same note.
    The fillers could    I love everything except the voice and the fillers. The long riffs which I love to absorve with time, the crazy tempos that makes them real hard for me to preditct are absolutely great. The drums man, so good. That man is insane.
    I feel that Maynard could have deliver better. Not screams to be honest but better melodies. Sometimes he just repeat stuff in the same note.
    The fillers could be better. Great drum solo on chocolate ruined by weird synth.

    But I'll keep on hearing on this one for years to come. I wish I could make something as good as this    … Expand
  6. Fizo
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    For me the album is amazing. I think that many people have problems with their unreallistic expectations. Through masterpiece.
  7. ambientdrop
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    Maybe the most interesting drumming performance captured on tape. Adam and Justin elevate their playing again. The music is just amazing. However, it sounds like they spent 13 years working on the music and a few months working on vocals. I'm fine with Maynard's new approach to how he uses his voice for Tool. It just seems like he had more opportunities (I'm thinking specifically ofMaybe the most interesting drumming performance captured on tape. Adam and Justin elevate their playing again. The music is just amazing. However, it sounds like they spent 13 years working on the music and a few months working on vocals. I'm fine with Maynard's new approach to how he uses his voice for Tool. It just seems like he had more opportunities (I'm thinking specifically of the first few minutes of 7empest) with how the music was written. That being said, the songs feel complete and cohesive. And while the 6 songs are each over 10 minutes, none of them feel that long. At the end of each one you feel like "is that it?"… Expand
  8. echoecho11
    Sep 4, 2019
    8
    Worth the wait. The laborious drawn out writting process is evident in the album, but somehow it elevates it for me. It's dense, often monotone but something about it just keeps drawing me back. I just hope now that they have this out they're not so constipated with their future releases. In the meantime this one is an instant classic for me.
  9. Julitro
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    Much better than expected. 13 years worth the wait. It's dreamy, powerful, atmospheric, brutal and deeper than the void itself. The level of production and mastering is as good or better than 10,000 days. It's the same Tool sound, but at a next level (if that's even possible).
  10. Ithewmat
    Sep 3, 2019
    7
    Come on now. It is really good. But the worst of their works. The amount of recycled riffs dings it another point. Maybe my ears are just tired of Adam Jones playing a million variations of the end riff of Schism.

    Also a ton of instrumental space that would have really benefited from a vocal. There were a lot of times where they weren't really in a groove yet it just went on. This makes    Come on now. It is really good. But the worst of their works. The amount of recycled riffs dings it another point. Maybe my ears are just tired of Adam Jones playing a million variations of the end riff of Schism.

    Also a ton of instrumental space that would have really benefited from a vocal. There were a lot of times where they weren't really in a groove yet it just went on.

    This makes it sound like I didn't like it. I really liked it. 7/10    … Expand
  11. metta206
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    I love this album. At first, I was skeptical since Im a big big Tool fan and I thought I might just be fanboying out. But I really love it. Its taken multiple listens, but the more I absorb it, the more I dig what they're doing. For me its at least on par with Lateralus and Aenima, and a big improvement over 10,000 days. It might be the best thing they've ever done. Danny Carey isI love this album. At first, I was skeptical since Im a big big Tool fan and I thought I might just be fanboying out. But I really love it. Its taken multiple listens, but the more I absorb it, the more I dig what they're doing. For me its at least on par with Lateralus and Aenima, and a big improvement over 10,000 days. It might be the best thing they've ever done. Danny Carey is an absolute monster! I can understand why some fans may be put off by the long, winding songs. Its definitely not for everyone, but it certainly works for me!… Expand
  12. Chrismkj
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    I love this album, I really do and it’s near perfect except for one thing. Lengthy sections of song where it’s just open chugging on the low d, like it’s ok to use it but just it takes up maybe ten minutes total on the whole album, do you really want that? It just seems very low effort even with odd time signatures
  13. MechaWolff
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    By far the Apex of Tool's evolution. Thoroughly enjoyed the album. Definitely worth the wait!!!
  14. Grunix
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    Prog Rock and complex music at its best. Worth the waiting. It is not schubidu 3:30 min Pop, its complex music to dive in.
  15. DieMyDarling
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    I feel like there is always a cultural barometer that exists for every music release: where does it fit in in the current geopolitical climate? How does it capture the attention of the youth? To say that such barometers are meaningless in considering this album feels almost too obvious, yet it is so singular that it cannot be overstated. This album exists in a space encompassing 13 longI feel like there is always a cultural barometer that exists for every music release: where does it fit in in the current geopolitical climate? How does it capture the attention of the youth? To say that such barometers are meaningless in considering this album feels almost too obvious, yet it is so singular that it cannot be overstated. This album exists in a space encompassing 13 long years and in doing so does not even try to comment on the present. It speaks in sweeping gestures lyrically, encompassing such universal beliefs that life is ruled by fear, or that we all struggle to remain relevant while constantly heading toward obsolescence. Musically this album does not give a flying **** about what the kids are into. There are no sing-along choruses. There are no pleas to a disenfranchised youth. There are no BASS DROPS. There is only a sonic landscape that requires effort to indulge in and comprehend.

    As always, TOOL is using complicated time signatures and polyrhythms to keep the listener on their toes throughout plodding passages that would otherwise be snoozefests. Trying to figure out what Danny Carey is even doing is always one of the great pleasures of listening to a TOOL album and this one is as far from disappointment on that front as you could imagine. Adam Jones even gets to go nuts, as 7empest is a monolithic riff crucible that does not stop delivering for nearly 16 minutes. Pneuma - like Parabola before it - asks us to sit back and comprehend what a beauty life could (and should) be if we can only get out of our own way.

    If there is something negative to be said about the album, it's that the vocals are too tame. Even spots where it feels like Maynard should be cutting loose (the end of Invincible and Culling Voices, for example) he just sits back. Even if you don't care if he is getting aggressive, he is also way too shy about his vocal range. Parts of Fear Inoculum (the song) and Invincible really could have been sung much more dynamically (he proved he can do it on The Pot) but he just rests on his laurels.

    The fact that such an album could even exist let alone be embraced in 2019 is something to be celebrated. For people who long for the "old" TOOL, they are gone and thank god, because we needed this album more than we ever knew.    … Expand
  16. Monsterplanet
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    This and Aenima are neck-and-neck in terms of breadth and quality, though with time frame and expectations in account, Fear Innoculum seems to shore up about 1 more "main" song short of the impact Aenima had in the late '90s.

    Even still, it manages to bring quality and execution to a modern table and does so successfully.
  17. OneTrueOpinion
    Sep 3, 2019
    6
    This was probably the most anticipated album for me of all time. Unfortunately, after listening to it nonstop since Friday it hasn’t filled me with wonder the way Tool has in the past.

    It is a collection of turgid dirges. The songs all blend together. There are no standout guitar riffs or vocal hooks. In fact, Maynard is mostly relegated to background droning. The drums are good, but    This was probably the most anticipated album for me of all time. Unfortunately, after listening to it nonstop since Friday it hasn’t filled me with wonder the way Tool has in the past.

    It is a collection of turgid dirges. The songs all blend together. There are no standout guitar riffs or vocal hooks. In fact, Maynard is mostly relegated to background droning. The drums are good, but Danny Carey rarely reaches his full, furious potential.

    Aside from, “7empest”, every track feels like the band got so fascinated with time signatures and polyrhythms that they forgot to rock out.

    Listening to Fear Inoculum is like reading Moby Dick. You can tell it’s good, but it’s not very fun.    … Expand
  18. Arenshi
    Sep 3, 2019
    5
    If this was a debut album from a band nobody had ever heard of I would understand the glowing reviews. But it isn't. This is a revered band who waited 13 years to release a bunch of recycled sounds from previous albums and underwhelming vocals from Maynard. Thirsty fans deserved better than a warm drink of water in the desert. Don't believe the hype. This is their worst album by FAR.
  19. Boban
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    13 years of wait is well rewarded. I listened Fear Inoculum more then 50 times before album was out and it is perfect song. 10 minutes feels like 2. Sam is with album. It has everything I wanted from Tool album but more mature. When you have such recognizable sound like Tool it is very hard to create something new but not to fat away from the sound that everyone expect from you. And Tool13 years of wait is well rewarded. I listened Fear Inoculum more then 50 times before album was out and it is perfect song. 10 minutes feels like 2. Sam is with album. It has everything I wanted from Tool album but more mature. When you have such recognizable sound like Tool it is very hard to create something new but not to fat away from the sound that everyone expect from you. And Tool did just that. Great album in every aspect… Expand
  20. JokerInTheGame
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Unlimited power! Has been and always will be my favorite band. Perhaps that makes me bias, but Tool is just genius.
  21. JLuis_001
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    A great album, very dense and long. It takes time to unravel it.
    The biggest problem? The majority will judge the wait instead of the music.
  22. TOOLman
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    This Album is on another Level. Unbelievably amazing! A must listen numerous times. For all the negative reviews above. I honestly can't understand how you can rate a zero . The effort, quality, technicality is above the vast majority of artists period! If your giving the album a zero because you don't like it est to never listen to music again.
  23. MilkXy
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    I never write reviews. So Since I'm here Best to grab a copy of this Gem. It's truly a Masterpiece. I really hope TOOL continues to write music!
  24. Jugmonkey
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Outstanding from from to back. If you're a Tool fan it definitely delivers. One of the greatest bands to ever deliver the hard rock goods. 7empest is 15:43 of head crushing goodness.
  25. Brodyhin
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    This is my favorite tool album. I don’t know what’s with all these bad reviews.
  26. Mus1ckjm
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Just gets better and better. Every song on this album is good. A Masterpiece. This was worth the wait.
  27. mmat8
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    Not a fan of Tool but I listened to their previous albums and I think the hardcore Tool fans should be happy they put out this album after 13 years because I think they matured in that 13 years in lyrics matter. You should always listen to Tool's album thousands of times and dig deep into their lyrics to find deeper meaning. I enjoyed listening to this album but interludes makes the albumNot a fan of Tool but I listened to their previous albums and I think the hardcore Tool fans should be happy they put out this album after 13 years because I think they matured in that 13 years in lyrics matter. You should always listen to Tool's album thousands of times and dig deep into their lyrics to find deeper meaning. I enjoyed listening to this album but interludes makes the album weird :D Would listen to this 10/10… Expand
  28. Coastal2009
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Amazing album. I can’t say worth the wait because I never want to wait 13 years for another Tool album again.
  29. 1234pistol
    Sep 2, 2019
    8
    Fear Inoculum is another amazing delivery from TOOL! Adam Jones delivers some of his greatest work yet here, and the same goes with everyone else! However, I have one issue. I understand that it’s a staple of TOOL’s music, but after several listens and the come down of the initial excitement post-release, I can safely say that I personally think that some of these songs dragged on for tooFear Inoculum is another amazing delivery from TOOL! Adam Jones delivers some of his greatest work yet here, and the same goes with everyone else! However, I have one issue. I understand that it’s a staple of TOOL’s music, but after several listens and the come down of the initial excitement post-release, I can safely say that I personally think that some of these songs dragged on for too long. It felt like they took a few ideas that would work perfectly in a 7-minute or 8-minute long track, and stretched them out to 11, 12 and 13 minutes.… Expand
  30. djangojimi
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Tool is best at being Tool; they are always supremely idiosyncratic and true to their own sound as the classic 4-piece band in the mold of Sabbath and Zeppelin (and keeping the flame alive for the sound they created and which has been emulated countless times since Opiate/Undertow). Regardless of their absence or a casual fan’s opinion about A Perfect Circle or Puscifer, this album isTool is best at being Tool; they are always supremely idiosyncratic and true to their own sound as the classic 4-piece band in the mold of Sabbath and Zeppelin (and keeping the flame alive for the sound they created and which has been emulated countless times since Opiate/Undertow). Regardless of their absence or a casual fan’s opinion about A Perfect Circle or Puscifer, this album is another perfect crystallization of Tool’s ethos: heaviness, thoughtfulness, turning dismay or confusion into beautiful art. Favorite tracks of mine are 7empest, Pneuma, Fear Inoculum, one of the coolest drum solo songs put down as a studio album track (Chocolate Chip Trip)...aw hell, the whole album. Users or “fans” who express boredom or dismay that Tool haven’t fulfilled some fantastical expectations from a 13 year studio album hiatus should ask themselves this: what did you expect? Tool to all of a sudden sound like Gojira or Meshuggah? I’m definitely puzzled by how people would expect Tool to metamorphose into something they’re not.… Expand
  31. AriiiiiDW
    Sep 1, 2019
    7
    Comes back with this album. Worth the waiting! Tool are the best. Absolutely always be
  32. TheApostropheEx
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    The digital version is a 9 because all it adds is unnecessary filler tracks. The physical version is a 10. I wish I had heard the physical version first. The filler tracks put a somewhat bad taste in my mouth upon first listen.
  33. Thrawn997
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    The best Tool album yet! There isn't a weak song on the entire album - even the segues feel necessary.
  34. Cmax210
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Amazing album. Surpassed my expectations. POTENTIALLY my favorite tool album just need to pass the test of time. We shall see
  35. smithtede1984
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Fantastic Album, showcasing sounds from across all their albums. 13 years for essentially 6 songs though....
  36. JPBrunel
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Tool's mind blowing return after 13 years. This is everything I was hoping and, truth be told, even more!
  37. snazzlefra55
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    As a semi-OGT from back in 97, I can attest that I did not have high hopes for this album. However after 13 years, I was hoping for a great release. This album shattered my expectations. Not just content, but composition and production. Evil Joe did a fantastic job, also Bob Ludwig and the rest of the team. Love the jams, love how Maynard lets his band mates shine, love the satire. IAs a semi-OGT from back in 97, I can attest that I did not have high hopes for this album. However after 13 years, I was hoping for a great release. This album shattered my expectations. Not just content, but composition and production. Evil Joe did a fantastic job, also Bob Ludwig and the rest of the team. Love the jams, love how Maynard lets his band mates shine, love the satire. I understand it may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but this is Tool’s logical progression in a world of overproduced hit n hook heavy industry dominated in majority by ghost-written pop artists that sell their looks ahead of art. Bravo Tool.… Expand
  38. rarefaction
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    This is a prog album, by some certified masters of the genre. I don't think the detractors complaining about song length realize this. No one should be allowed to review a tool album before it has been out for at least a week since, much like the rest of their catalog, this music evolves in the ear and mind of the listener with each listen and takes time to fully evaluate. All that beingThis is a prog album, by some certified masters of the genre. I don't think the detractors complaining about song length realize this. No one should be allowed to review a tool album before it has been out for at least a week since, much like the rest of their catalog, this music evolves in the ear and mind of the listener with each listen and takes time to fully evaluate. All that being said this is an incredible album! The production is great and it takes some delightful, unexpected turns at times. Other times I hear strong echoes of Tool's previous material. give it 10 listens and then decide what you think.… Expand
  39. iamMOG
    Sep 1, 2019
    0
    Album sucks. Songs are too long and Maynard doesn't scream, wahhhhhhhhhhhh!
  40. Crais
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    This is a triumphant 13 year return to form for TOOL. This isn't like Undertow, 10,000 days or any other album so, if you were expecting to rock out to some “Stinkfist”, "Sober" or “Ænema”, you’ve absolutely have come to the wrong place. This is a epic and soulful musical journey. The words sung by M. J. Keenan are a lot to digest, and dissect on this record. "Stay the grand finale
    Stay    This is a triumphant 13 year return to form for TOOL. This isn't like Undertow, 10,000 days or any other album so, if you were expecting to rock out to some “Stinkfist”, "Sober" or “Ænema”, you’ve absolutely have come to the wrong place. This is a epic and soulful musical journey. The words sung by M. J. Keenan are a lot to digest, and dissect on this record. "Stay the grand finale
    Stay the reading of our swan song and epilogue" sings Maynard on "Descending" hinting that this may not be the end, but if it is, TOOL surely ended on a high note.    … Expand
  41. JohnnyHercules
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    The ensemble of Tool is like Swiss clockwork: Every song is composed out little genius sonic ideas, whether it’s the drummer’s spastic tabla sound, the singer’s pizzicato chorus (reminiscent of The Scorpions somehow) or the guitarist and bass player echoing each others parts, just to name a few examples. All these sonic miniatures tightly alternate together, like the complications inside aThe ensemble of Tool is like Swiss clockwork: Every song is composed out little genius sonic ideas, whether it’s the drummer’s spastic tabla sound, the singer’s pizzicato chorus (reminiscent of The Scorpions somehow) or the guitarist and bass player echoing each others parts, just to name a few examples. All these sonic miniatures tightly alternate together, like the complications inside a Swiss clock. Tool has come to the point they simply have nothing to prove. All four of the musicians are on top of their craftsmanship and have full control of their music, channeling their imagination into sound.… Expand
  42. MmTro
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Absolutely superb album. The compositions are masterfully constructed. This is a technical gem with all four members showcasing equally to create one of the best albums to come out in any genre in a number of years. This is a headphone album that requires patience and an open mind. It isn’t about radio friendly hooks and catchy lyrics it is a masterclass in technique and musical exploration.
  43. Abbiepup44
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This is maybe the album of the decade. From start to end it’s one hell of a journey. The talent level is unparalleled with the “rock” being put out today. Perfection, I have literally no clue how a tool fan gives this album a zero, it’s mind boggling.
  44. Howard2k3k
    Sep 1, 2019
    0
    I love Tool and they're my favorite band, but this just doesn't do it for me. After listening through the album about 10 times I've come to terms with it. Very unfortunate.
    A lot of it has to do with the mixing. It sounds very flat and lifeless and lacks that "oomph". Also, the majority of the songs feel drawn out and lack cohesion. It's like the song should have ended at 6-7 minutes but    I love Tool and they're my favorite band, but this just doesn't do it for me. After listening through the album about 10 times I've come to terms with it. Very unfortunate.
    A lot of it has to do with the mixing. It sounds very flat and lifeless and lacks that "oomph". Also, the majority of the songs feel drawn out and lack cohesion. It's like the song should have ended at 6-7 minutes but the band keeps jamming for another 5. I don't mind long and progressive songs that experiment and expand as long as it's interesting. Rosetta Stoned and Wings For Marie/10.000 Days are prime examples of 10 minutes+ songs done right.
    I don't give a **** about the lack of screams from Maynard which seems to be a common complaint. What he brings to this album is solid. Wish he sang more, but oh well.    … Expand
  45. Distortionist
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Absolute masterpiece of musicianship. Such a treat in this day and age of 10 second attention spans. TOOL are messengers. The music transcends and if you spent time with it you'll see this as well.
  46. 61jh
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Incredible album. 13 years in the making and real true artistry. Best album of the decade, by far. Take a listen and enjoy.
  47. macq
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    This is not better than Lateralus. But it is huge. Really one of their best. It’s a psychedelic beast. Cheers
  48. ServoPedes
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    This is quintessential Tool, it feels like nothing yet everything we have heard from them.

    This album requires patience from listeners, since each composition is filled with intricacies and complexities, and lengths that borders on self-indulgence but doesn't quite go there. Each song is unique, which Invincible and Descending being the most alike (and that's a bit of a stretch), and I    This is quintessential Tool, it feels like nothing yet everything we have heard from them.

    This album requires patience from listeners, since each composition is filled with intricacies and complexities, and lengths that borders on self-indulgence but doesn't quite go there. Each song is unique, which Invincible and Descending being the most alike (and that's a bit of a stretch), and I find myself loving each track for very different reasons.

    The bonus tracks/interludes are alright, interesting at best but with no true replay value in my opinion, unless I'm listening to the whole album from start to finish again. (PS, CCT is not a bonus track.)

    The album itself moves forward naturally towards its gargantuan and jaw-dropping finale, 7empest, one of the tooliest Tool songs they have ever made. It feels like it encompasses every phase and aspect of their discography and sound since Opiate, all crammed up into one hell of a banger track.

    I am already seeing some people expressing deep dissapointment with this album, but it is my opinion that the more I read their reviews, the more it seems that it has more to do with their own expectations of it instead of taking it for what it is. Again, just my opinion. However, I remember when 10,000 Days was released and some fans were expressing similar dissatisfaction, same with Lateralus. Each album stands on its own, and in time Fear Inoculum will too.    … Expand
  49. BreadCondiments
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Overall just fantastic album. Their progression as a band only gets better.
  50. RickNowells
    Sep 1, 2019
    0
    Why would you took 13 years to make this? I've been a fan of TOOL for so long and they came out with this? The statement was not enough.
  51. rarekly
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Masterful. Greatly rewards multiple listens. May not be to everyone’s individual taste, but the musicianship on display here cannot be denied. The world is a better place with this music in it.
  52. sammyanthony
    Sep 1, 2019
    6
    Ineffective, super overlong, and unlively piece of music.‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  53. stevenr868
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    The modern day progressive rock album I've been longing for. Each song is an adventure and this album makes 85 minutes fly by faster than any album I've listened to
  54. t2dc
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    An incredible return by an incredible band. Building on their catalogue, it's all here but with even more depth, song after song. Will happily wait another 13 years for something this good. The most TOOL, TOOL has ever been.
  55. virgilh
    Sep 1, 2019
    3
    I'm sorry but this sounds like a band trying to rip off the "Tool sound" in a cheap way, rather then Tool being themselves. It feels forced, not natural, like they had to fulfill a contract or something. To be honest I didn't expect it to be like this... they always went full force and expressed themselves 100% but now it seems they have no more juice. I feel bad because I'm a big fan :(
  56. Mittal90
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Like with any Tool album it’s going to take many listens to fully understand and appreciate what they have created. However, as with any Tool album, this stands head and shoulders above anything in the genre and beyond. Tool are one of only a handful of artists that can illicit such a wide range of emotions when listening to music. While perhaps it does not quite reach the heights of theirLike with any Tool album it’s going to take many listens to fully understand and appreciate what they have created. However, as with any Tool album, this stands head and shoulders above anything in the genre and beyond. Tool are one of only a handful of artists that can illicit such a wide range of emotions when listening to music. While perhaps it does not quite reach the heights of their magnum opus, Lateralus, it is still a masterpiece in its own right. I can not wait to go further down the spiral and feel so grateful for more music from this life changing band.… Expand
  57. Timekilla
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    A masterwork of intelligent technical symmetry.

    Danny Carey and Adam Jones both have an individual song that focuses on their amazing talent. This album is thick with Opiate/Undertow vibes and as I listen I can somehow see the 30-year evolution of this band unfold into this album.

    ABSOLUTE 10/10. If you have ever liked or loved the unique sound of Tool, this is their pièce de résistance.
  58. gpt56
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    The 13 year wait was worth it! Each band member shines on this album and its truly a wonderful experience from start to finish.
  59. LoopCat_
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    Amazing. Crushing, beutiful. Next level. Get's better and better with repeated listens. Pneuma, 7emptest are worth the price of admission alone.
  60. Bazza
    Sep 1, 2019
    6
    I think anyone giving this a perfect 10 are lying to themselves. It's obviously a good album, but are you really going to put it in the same tier as Undertow or Ænima? It is probably as good as 10,000 days at very best, but definitely not better than Lateralus and certainly not close to the aforementioned two.

    Anyone who listened to Invincible or Descending live (I saw them in June)    I think anyone giving this a perfect 10 are lying to themselves. It's obviously a good album, but are you really going to put it in the same tier as Undertow or Ænima? It is probably as good as 10,000 days at very best, but definitely not better than Lateralus and certainly not close to the aforementioned two.

    Anyone who listened to Invincible or Descending live (I saw them in June) will surely think the studio versions are underwhelming, especially Descending which is absolutely tame in comparison to the live version. Live it's infinitely more powerful, louder and faster paced than on the album.

    The take outs from this album, for me, are the songs Fear Inoculum, Pneuma, Culling Voices and maybe 7empest, but I was disappointed with the rest. In any case 4 of the 10 tracks are actually filler (Litanie, Legion, CCT and Mocking Beat), which is a poor return for such an anticipated album. We may as well just class the album as an EP in the same vein as Opiate because that had 6 songs and so does this effectively.

    The instrumentals and production is top notch, although Descending and Invincible are bitterly disappointing when compared to the live versions. If you played both songs in live and then studio, any real Tool fan would find it difficult to disagree with me. Also, Maynard sounds like he's singing for APC more than Tool.

    Track ratings:

    1. Culling Voices
    2. Fear Inoculum
    3. Pneuma
    4. 7empest
    5. Descending (would be 1st if it sounded the same as the live versions)
    6. Invincible (would be 2nd if it sounded the same as the live versions)

    (not reviewing the filler)

    Overall decent, but no where near close to their prime (Undertow, Ænima).    … Expand
  61. cokoslut
    Sep 1, 2019
    0
    they should have never come back! 20 minute songs with useless intros and outros.
  62. Jimx
    Sep 1, 2019
    0
    Really weak album. I don't think it was worth such a long wait. I hope they make better ones in the future.
  63. inkblowout
    Sep 1, 2019
    3
    I feel that this album has been rated too high for it's hype and anticipation from Tool fans for 13 years. But had this been released 3-5 years after 10,000 Days.. people would be disappointed. This entire album feels like a regular Tool album.. you got your interlude fillers, 10+ minute songs, styles of playing remains the same and there are elements of Progressive Metal also there.I feel that this album has been rated too high for it's hype and anticipation from Tool fans for 13 years. But had this been released 3-5 years after 10,000 Days.. people would be disappointed. This entire album feels like a regular Tool album.. you got your interlude fillers, 10+ minute songs, styles of playing remains the same and there are elements of Progressive Metal also there.

    But quality over quantity, I feel that they made 10+ minute songs because "they can" in this album's case. Every song is over 10+ minutes long to draw out overextended instrumentals with little to no buildup, no climax or nothing. Other progressive rock/metal songs in the 70s to current times told a story within their songs or it felt like an adventure. Fear inoculum felt like nothing to me, it just droned on and on when I thought something good was going to come up. 10,000 Days was a much better album than this, 10,000 Days had flair, it had something to come back to. The only song I want to come back to is 7empest, which surprisingly it's the longest song in the album but it actually felt like an adventure because the instrumental composition was really good.

    I think if they cut a couple of unnecessary sections off and lowered it by 3-4 minutes, it would actually be more tolerable to listen to and it can still retain their complexity that the TOOL fanbase likes. (look at Aenima for example.) But with these 10+ min songs feels like a Tangerine Dream album but Metal. Also just remove the fillers for godsakes and ESPECIALLY "Chocolate Chip Trip." which is probably the worst song I've listened to. Sounds like Yoko Ono's terrible songs she's produced back then.

    For once Adam Jones' talent is finally showcased in a tool album. He's always been kinda there outshined by Danny, Justin and Maynard in the previous albums until this one and man he does kick ass in this album.    … Expand
  64. okc_rocker
    Sep 1, 2019
    7
    After listening to each track twenty times. Tool sounds just as amazing as ever. I feel that the goal of the album wasn't to really explore or try anything entirely different, but to focus on creating that typical transcending experience that you'd expect Tool to give us. I didn't hear any new or truly outstanding unique riffs by either Adam (guitar) or Justin (bass), and that's slightlyAfter listening to each track twenty times. Tool sounds just as amazing as ever. I feel that the goal of the album wasn't to really explore or try anything entirely different, but to focus on creating that typical transcending experience that you'd expect Tool to give us. I didn't hear any new or truly outstanding unique riffs by either Adam (guitar) or Justin (bass), and that's slightly disappointing. However Adam gets a chance to shine toward the end of Descending, which is great, because Adam is the weakest member of the band (just my opinion). But he works well with Tool, and that's what matters. Danny (drums) is clearly in the spotlight of the album. His odd and mathematical drumming style is just as prominent as ever. His work in Pneuma is phenomenal. He gets an entire track (Chocolate Chip Trip) to show off his talent. I'm not sure how I feel about the sounds chosen for that particular track. It's.... wildly different. Maynard gives a decent performance. He didn't have that many lyrics. Most of what he sang was just the same lines over and over. That's not a terrible thing, but it's a little disappointing. He uses his angelic like tone for what seems like the entire album. I didn't hear any rough sounds or screams that Maynard has given us in his previous work. 7empest is probably the closest he gets to that. In my opinion nothing in the album really stands out. Don't expect anything even close to the level of Vicarious, The Grudge, Lateralus, 10,000 Days, Ænema, Right in Two, Parabola, etc..

    As someone who loves Tool, I give the album, Fear Inoculum, a 7/10. My review is based on Tool's previous work, not comparing it to other artists. I've ordered 2 digital copies and a physical copy of the album. And I'll keep listening for years to come.    … Expand
  65. eleventy4
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Exacting perfection. The most Tool Tool album ever. They doubled down on what they do best.
  66. Kevinthewoods
    Aug 31, 2019
    6
    While it certainly has moments of genius, it just takes way too long to get to those moments. Incredibly self indulgent album. Tool needs to trim the fat badly.
  67. molboard
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    This album confounds me. I’m still digesting what emotions this album elicits. The Tool sound is there...heavy and nuanced, but what I feel from Maynard is different. When I listen to Maynard, I hear melancholy and a bit of sadness. His lyrics remind of me of Dylan Thomas’ poem “Do not go gentle into that good night”; however, I’m not sure he’s raging as much as going gently into thatThis album confounds me. I’m still digesting what emotions this album elicits. The Tool sound is there...heavy and nuanced, but what I feel from Maynard is different. When I listen to Maynard, I hear melancholy and a bit of sadness. His lyrics remind of me of Dylan Thomas’ poem “Do not go gentle into that good night”; however, I’m not sure he’s raging as much as going gently into that good night... and it’s just a bit of his rage that is missing.

    That said...Tool again elicits an emotional response, muddled as it may be, unlike most of the bubble-gum garbage that’s been out there for the past 13 years since 10,000 Days.    … Expand
  68. Psychokrunk
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Only album I’ve ever cried to. Wasn’t anything specific that made me cry, just happened. It’s a masterpiece.
  69. Onyxdreams
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    13 years.
    Got down off of a chair for this album.
    Noose around my neck my first thought was
    "What if Maynard still misses Mommy? "
    "The new TOOL Album might be awesome!"
    It is.
  70. Alejandropa
    Aug 31, 2019
    6
    I was expecting so much more. Good to see this album has been doing great!..
  71. Anodynum
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This album is an absolute masterpiece. Tool has never sounded better. Yet again, they have transcended any genre and made their music into something that must be experienced.
  72. Xaire
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I'm a giant tool fanboy, so I was going to like this album no matter what. But, with music this good and the band being this tight. This became one of my favorites.
  73. zilt0id
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Magnificent! Incredible work, totally introspective and marvelous. Maybe the best metal album of the last 10 years.
  74. Defmatt
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    A triumphant return and worth the wait. Fear Inoculum somehow manages to live up to the near impossible hype.
  75. Juneauz
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Another masterpiece from the gods of alt-prog. Rich, layered, profound, Tool is an esoteric experience that will stick with you for the rest of your life. The best to ever do it.
  76. MarquitosBR88
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simply a masterpiece!
    Album of the year!
    If you put 0 on this album,go get a life    … Expand
  77. metalbangg
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Marvellous Album! worth to wait after 13 years, remember "13 YEARS", once again remember, "13 YEARS"… Expand
  78. Mr26point2
    Aug 31, 2019
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It twists and turns a lot of the old. The album sounds like a melting pot of all that came before it. Which is fine, just feels more like a "family reunion" than a new addition to the family. As with all family reunions its ok for a bit but eventually it can go on too long. This is very much a jam album.

    CONS
    - it lacks some oomph or feeling. There is not a lot of feeling in most of the songs. Invincible for instance, the way the vocals are delivered and how they sound "suppressed" doesnt match the tone of the song. The live recorded version on youtube with a million views gave me goosebumps because it had feeling. Studio version...not so much.

    - the songs can be a few mins too long, again very much a jam album.
    - it feels reserved, lacks a bit of identity.

    PROS- its TOOL

    songs in order of worst to best-(I agree with Proggroyper's ranking)

    7. CCTrip (6.5/10) (this is fairly irritating and have no problem skipping it, its noeon blue apocalypse)
    6. Fear Inoculum (7.5/10) (7.5 in its truest form, not good but not bad)
    5. Invinsible (8/10) (this could have been the best song on the album if it only had some life put into it, too weak to be "invincible")
    4. Descending (8.8/10) (very well done, adds more energy than invincible, but doesnt use its best sounds long enough and goes on for too long)
    3. Culling Voices (9/10) (beautiful and haunting, begging to be alive)
    2. 7empest (9.5/10) (la creme de la creme TOOL here, amazing)
    1. Pneuma (10/10) (HANDS DOWN THE BEST ON THE ALBUM, I would expect it to be the next single, I can see me listening to this for years to come)

    Love me some TOOL....but it's a 6    … Expand
  79. Omniscient7
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Fear Inoculum nailed every one of my expectations besides one. I don't know if I can say it's better than Aenima or Lateralus, but it certainly tops 10,000 days, Undertow and Opiate. They didn't necessarily change all too much (Adam's lead work has progressed as have the vocal/string section dynamics), but they have refined everything that makes them great and came out with a record that'sFear Inoculum nailed every one of my expectations besides one. I don't know if I can say it's better than Aenima or Lateralus, but it certainly tops 10,000 days, Undertow and Opiate. They didn't necessarily change all too much (Adam's lead work has progressed as have the vocal/string section dynamics), but they have refined everything that makes them great and came out with a record that's not lazily done, nor is it compromising them as artists. Fear Inoculum is a culmination of Tool creating music as a form of art to tell complex stories in a progressive manner. They succeeded in matching the hype, which is no easy feat. It's not the best album of their career, but it certainly has what I'd consider a few of the best songs of their career. Overall 10/10 due to it surpassing everything I expected with minimal disappointment. I'd give it 9.5/10, but I can't so I'll round up :)

    The bad: No MJK screams. Little aggression in his vocals. If you expected classic Tool vocals, you won't really get em here. MJK does a fantastic job vocally and does get aggressive on one track, but his singing is very tame and well kept. It's almost APC-ish, which I am cool with, it fits most songs. Some areas I was expecting a riff to get bigger and bigger then Danny to hit the cymbals then get into a groove while the riff plays at full aggression, but it didn't happen. Instead the riff switched or Adam started playing very large space-occupying chords which then led into an area that blew me away, negating my disappointment.

    The good: Danny freaking Carey folks. The man is an absolute monster on this album from start to finish. Chocolate Chip Trip is a drum solo track, backed by synths (which you may hate the synths but I actually enjoyed them). 7emptest is the best song on the album, top 5 Tool song of all time. For the first time in Tools lifespan this song is less of the Danny Carey show and more of the Adam Jones show. He is just slinging heavy riff after heavy riff here. Around the 10:35 mark, Tool releases the heaviest section of music they have made in their career. It will become a classic to headbang to. Jones showcases some great lead work here too, which accumulates to several minutes on this 16 minute behemoth.    … Collapse
  80. Jjgrant
    Aug 31, 2019
    0
    Old stuff was better...I miss the good old days of tool not this stuff, it could've been so much better
  81. Mrkrinkle4753
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This is the album that we’ve wanted forever from this band. There are sounds on the record that I’ve never heard anywhere else before. The percussive techniques and rhythms employed are a treat for the listener and while this album is clearly different than those in the past you can hear elements from previous works like Opiate or Lateralus that will put a smile on your face or being aThis is the album that we’ve wanted forever from this band. There are sounds on the record that I’ve never heard anywhere else before. The percussive techniques and rhythms employed are a treat for the listener and while this album is clearly different than those in the past you can hear elements from previous works like Opiate or Lateralus that will put a smile on your face or being a tear to your eye. Tool went all out on this one. Let’s do these guys right and give them the recognition and appreciation they’ve earned. Bravo fellas. Spiral out.… Expand
  82. Mineral4
    Aug 31, 2019
    0
    Such a waste of time. I hope they comeback with better than this album, if they can
  83. bradfrd12
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Exquisite. Sublime. Ethereal. And exactly what we've been waiting for. Listening to all of the albums without stopping on a long road trip was a trip! The path forged by Tool throughout the years is a lifelong project. Pink Floyd had concept albums....Tool IS a concept. Soak it in. Breathe it. and enjoy the experience. I can only hope there is at least one more chapter to this saga....
  84. Loveemote
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    It lived up to the hype in my opinion. I was not disappointed. It was like Tool providing the best orgasm you’ve been waiting 13 years to have.
  85. ThankYouCity
    Aug 31, 2019
    5
    With a sound that mixes the rhythms of 10,000 Days with styling of APC's Thirteenth Step Tools latest offering hits hard and will please long time fans but with song lengths of 11minutes on average it may be a hard sell for new listeners.
  86. Reductio
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    The production and the sound-stage is the very best I have ever experienced on a “rock” or progrock album. (I really don’t know how to define Tool). Compare Fear Inoculum to Lateralus on a proper stereo, and the latter sounds like it is recorded in mono.

    I like the songs very well, and I honestly don’t think they are boring/lame at all – as stated by some of the “keyboard warriors”    The production and the sound-stage is the very best I have ever experienced on a “rock” or progrock album. (I really don’t know how to define Tool). Compare Fear Inoculum to Lateralus on a proper stereo, and the latter sounds like it is recorded in mono.

    I like the songs very well, and I honestly don’t think they are boring/lame at all – as stated by some of the “keyboard warriors” rating it to 0. But, I don’t listen to Fear Inoculum, Lateralus and 10K days the same way as Ænima and other more “straightforward” rock albums. Every Tool-album has different footprint, and this one is less available and more complex compared to the others. Still, it is pretty easy to like IMHO.

    Some old fans are disappointed that it doesn’t sound like their records from the 90s. Other fans are disappointed that it is too similar to earlier work. Obviously, it’s not easy to be Tool.

    I understand that old fans from the Ænima-era doesn’t necessary like Lateralus and later albums. However, I don’t understand why this is an issue in 2019. It maybe was in 2001 for some people. For me Tool became a different kind of band with Lateralus.

    If there is anything to pinpoint it may be that the vocals could have been more present. This problems vanish when the record is played on a proper hi-fi stereo, but I recognize that the soundstage vanish on less sophisticated earphones, earplugs, or just average stereos. Some of you also complain about that the bass is not present. It couldn’t be more far from the truth, but again, you need equipment that handle the whole bandwidth. Hence, maybe they underestimated how the albums sounds for most people (or maybe they didn’t care).

    My favorite is Pneuma, but the best experience is to just play the whole album. The biggest surprise is Culling Voices, which is something completely new. It makes me wonder how the band will evolve in the future. (This doesn’t sound like a farewell album.)

    I liked the album arts at first, but.. I am not sure.

    (The album is not over hyped, but it is a nice way to calibrate metacritics definition for a 10 or a 100 rating :D )    … Expand
  87. metal666
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Best album ever its all your time woth ;)
    This is the prog gods finest work
  88. guitarpete987
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This is the best way I can put it. Tool has delivered with Fear Inoculum. It doesn't suck. To what degree you love it depends on a few factors.
    1. If you're a fan with an open mind to their evolution and accepting of them creating art that is reflective of where they are right now in life, you will love it. They're acting their age and doing it splendidly.
    2. If you're a fan who longs    This is the best way I can put it. Tool has delivered with Fear Inoculum. It doesn't suck. To what degree you love it depends on a few factors.
    1. If you're a fan with an open mind to their evolution and accepting of them creating art that is reflective of where they are right now in life, you will love it. They're acting their age and doing it splendidly.
    2. If you're a fan who longs for their earlier more aggressive sound, and already thought the songs were starting to get too long and samey sounding on Lateralus and 10,000 Days, then you will like this album but will probably feel like "what?! That's it after 13 years?" and wonder how all the people who love it are feeling so strongly about it. But you'll probably still play it all the time.

    The only people I see online who say it "sucks" sure seem to be (based on the way they act toward others) trolls. As a fan since nearly the beginning, I'll say this: it doesn't suck. It's practically delusional to consider something this finely crafted and performed as sucking. But your degree of loving it will depend DEEPLY on what YOU expect from it.    … Expand
  89. Prosmooth
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    Aside from a drum solo track that sounds like Thom Yorke got a hold of it, that completely screws up the flow of the album--it's masterpiece. Just skip that one.
  90. MartyG
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
  91. Dpjb
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Incredible. Pure skill and passion. Time takes all. Completely worth the wait.
  92. mahmoudagn
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    To all the people who didn't like this album, it needs time to really sit in, all tool albums are like that, yet this one needs it more than the others, So give it time guys, it gets better with each listen. All members of the band have really pushed themselves, except maybe for Maynard and that is absolutely fine because the result is fantastic, it's a masterpiece from beginning to theTo all the people who didn't like this album, it needs time to really sit in, all tool albums are like that, yet this one needs it more than the others, So give it time guys, it gets better with each listen. All members of the band have really pushed themselves, except maybe for Maynard and that is absolutely fine because the result is fantastic, it's a masterpiece from beginning to the end. It feels like the next chapter of the voyage that was Lateralus, combined with the Raw emotions of 10000 days. It is an evolution of their sound and the next logical step for the band/… Expand
  93. Geng1s
    Aug 30, 2019
    8
    *apparently we have some annoyed Lana del Rey fans trying to tank the user score*

    Wondering why all the 0’s just look at what other albums those users have reviewed. Really enjoying this so far, always like to give a tool album a few days to settle in my brain and happy to say this is coming along nicely. Quality headphones or a descent sound system for this.
  94. LoudMusic
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    This album is everything i was waiting and more. A true masterpiece. Instant classic.
  95. JS300
    Aug 30, 2019
    7
    While all the technical elements of this album are spot on - band is very tight, production is good, songs flow well, members play their instruments skillfully - it left a little to be desired in the intensity department. All of the main tracks (Fear Inoculum, Pneuma, Invincible, Descending, Culling Voices and 7empest) take a little too long to take off, and even once they do it stillWhile all the technical elements of this album are spot on - band is very tight, production is good, songs flow well, members play their instruments skillfully - it left a little to be desired in the intensity department. All of the main tracks (Fear Inoculum, Pneuma, Invincible, Descending, Culling Voices and 7empest) take a little too long to take off, and even once they do it still feels like it could be much more intense and gritty. Honestly the album just isn't all that exciting. My other gripe is that none of the songs sound unique within Tools discography. All the songs sound like they've been done before on previous albums, but better and with more emotion. It just seems like Tool went through the motions of writing songs without putting much soul into it. All that being said it is still a very well executed album by one of the most technical bands in mainstream music so it still rocks, just a little softer than it could.… Expand
  96. RamblingDavey
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    This is a sonic marathon. A steady trot through varied landscapes. The ears glide along a smooth, darkened path before being slammed to the ground by an abrupt tremor and eventual quake in blinding brightness. Keep traveling, keep moving forward and you’ll arrive at the end weary and worn but mesmerized and euphoric.
  97. xeroxe
    Aug 30, 2019
    9
    Been a Tool hardcore fan since 2006 after they released 10000 days and this album is a masterpiece. I really like the slow tempo and matured style, I never wanted them to be too heavy, after all this is not Tool in their early years. Pneuma, Tempest and Descending are my favorite.
  98. Geesus
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Perfect. These are real musicians not fake pop singers that don’t write their own music.
  99. SpoonHound
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Worth the wait. Classic Tool sound, but new and brilliant in every dimension.
  100. Frickucumt
    Aug 30, 2019
    9
    Classic tool. The wait has paid off, as they have delivered a fine work of art.
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Universal acclaim - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. Chicago Tribune
    Oct 9, 2019
    63
    The album plays like an extended mood piece that bends and drifts, with a shortage of the crushing hard-rock crescendos and riffs that defined the band’s work on “Lateralus” (2001) and before.
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  2. Slant Magazine
    Sep 19, 2019
    60
    Sadly, there’s nothing on Fear Inoculum as immediately accessible or anthemic as past Tool glories like “Sober” or “The Pot,” but what is here will reward repeated spins, even if listeners initially find themselves waiting for those mammoth riffs to show up, a la “7empest,” or for Maynard to finally kick into high gear, as in the rousing refrain of “Descending.”
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  3. Exclaim
    Sep 10, 2019
    70
    Musically, Tool have taken the best of Lateralus's dynamism and the heaviness of 10,000 Days to explore the middle ground with great length on Fear Inoculum. Those who stuck it out through the decade-plus wait won't mind hanging around a little longer until the album's close.
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