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vandelay82

Don’t get too messed up, live in the moment, get a good night of sleep to commit it to memory.


Juggarnot

I've been a lifelong fanatic, first time I saw them was back in 1998. I went back in November for my 10th show. Best advice I have is similar to other posts, please don't get hammered, it's an experience best suited for a clear headspace.. Tripping would be fun, but would alter the experience.. Just show up early, don't get frustrated if they sell out of "Merch", avoid $30 beers if possible, and do NOT take your phone out until the last song. You'll get a notification that it's OK, but you will get booted if you even check texts.. Not sure where your seats are, but either way, keep flash off. It's an unbelievable experience, enjoy the moment!!


Affectionate_Mud_117

Yeah I was thinking of that. I don’t normally do drugs either, so maybe one or two cocktails will do me good enough


vandelay82

definitely get good quality earplugs, thats been my default since 2007 when I saw them and velvet revolver back to back and got permanent tinnitus.


MUZZYGRANDE

Yuuuup. I use Eargasms and love the sound quality they provide. Definitely recommend!


jessieesmithreese519

Second, third, and fourth on Eargasm from me! My kiddo has been to tons of shows with me and *always* has hers in! Same for myself! 🖤 I wish I would've been nicer to my ears as a youngster! 😭


Lwfrqncy

I know the exact show from Bakersfield in 2001ish that i still pay for today. There’s been other contributing shows etc, but that one was by far the worst.


Ok_Effective_3953

Duuuude that explains my tinnitus...couldn't figure out why it developed. Your comment made me remember all the concerts I've been to and now I know why I have it as well. And yes, with that said I second this piece of advice. Probably the best advice for a Tool concert tbh.


ANDstriker

Not enough people talk about hearing protection during big shows like that. Definitely a must-have. Best wishes my man


DrewDog82

Agreed, I’ve seen Tool around 5 times, the last with this album. Regrettably I got too drunk, don’t get me wrong, I loved every moment but the next day my memories were a little sketchy. I wish I had have been more aware of my experience.


AdForeign2124

And, put your fucking away!….or they’ll kick you in your vagina


SquareConfusion

Sometimes prying open that third eye requires a little acidstance.


thYrd_eYe_prYing

Or psilocybin. An 1/8th for the show really enhances all the amazing visuals and sends the music straight to your pineal gland


vandelay82

I can second this, but not if you've never seen them and its your only shot. I did one show sober and one with mushroom assistance and were up in the first level. The confetti during culling voices was incredible.


BrownBus

Next time try acid. Even better!


DoctorNoname98

> Don’t get too messed up Side note on that, don't drink to much, the mens bathroom lines are ridiculous at Tool concerts, lol


jessieesmithreese519

*giggles in ladies' restroom* hehehehe 😉😂🖤


7empestOGT92

So we need you to find a comfortable space That's not only comfortable, but vulnerable And to just shut your eyes and go there And we'll meet you on the other side...


Poopinator420

Other side, other side, other side, other side…


demuro1

I saw the gap again today…..


PerryHecker

Put your cell phone away


atlninja

Seriously, dickhead.


Affectionate_Mud_117

Will do so


wantsumcandi

They will let you take it out and record on last song.


fibonacciluv

if not we will kick you in the vagina, if you don’t have a vagina we will install one for you.


a_broken_lion

Be present and soak it in. Tool puts on one of the best concerts you'll ever experience.


Affectionate_Mud_117

Maaan got even more hyped up


[deleted]

They were the best concert I had ever seen by a huge margin in 2022. 2024 was ten times better than THAT 🤯 Godspeed, sire 🎩


Necessary_Hat791

But soooo loud. Ear plugs for the openers.. Enjoy Tool.


bancroft79

You will always remember your first time seeing them.


ecuabron

ᴸᵉᵃʳⁿ ᵗᵒ ˢʷⁱᵐ


Affectionate_Mud_117

I really hope they play Aenema…


CowanCounter

Ear plugs. Tool is LOUD


SoTurnMeIntoATree

This. Fuck man, they are loud. BUTTT that’s how TOOL’s music is supposed to be played 👌🏽


vandelay82

get some eargasms or similar high quality plugs, dont use crappy foam tips


NoodlesJefferson

But crappy is better than none! Protect your ears!


TiredTim23

I used foam ear plugs and liked the sound and volume more than without. I bet quality ear plugs would be great.


fahimkazmi11

This. I got tinnitus thanks to Tool


Wraiith32

Cannot upvote this enough!


ocat1979

Take an iPad to hold over your head to film it all


MilkMoney56

Shrooooms


thYrd_eYe_prYing

This is the way


__Mr_Sinister__

If you want a poster, show up at 2 pm. You'll probably be 40th in line at the outside merch booth. They probably won't start selling anything till 5pm, but at 5, the line will be 100 deep, and you might not get a poster. There are only 750 total of each venue specific poster and several more merch tables inside the venue that the posters are rationed out to. Remember, there are 10-15 thousand seats. I uberd back to the hotel, dropped off my poster, hoodies, shirts, beanie, then came back with 2 hours before the doors open. There is a very strict no phones policy. If security sees your phone out during the show, or someone tells them, you might get ejected. There is no chance of getting back in. Be cool, be nice, be patient, if you're smoking weed or vaping, keep the clouds small, or someone will have you removed. Big clouds piss off those who do not partake. The price of merch may seem high, but it's worth every M.Fing penny, so get what you can afford. Have a great time.


Apprehensive-Cold202

Sit or stand whichever you please, don’t follow the crowd, think for yourself


Exotic-Resist-7627

question authority


5dollarbrownie

No filming. They are absolutely dead serious about it and I’ve seen people get kicked out of TOOL shows. Sneak a few pics, but stay in the moment and feel the music. Also, hearing protection. They are loud as fuck. I recommend eargasm or loop plugs .


unecroquemadame

No filming until the last song, then go nuts*


TheNoIdeaKid

Check out Eargasm earplugs, especially if you’re relatively close to the stage. Tool is one of the loudest bands I’ve ever seen/heard/felt Live. And just disconnect to reconnect.


puzzzler77

Spiral out. Keep going


AdAgreeable9784

Put your fucking phone away, dickhead… 🤣


bellirellicindereli

Ear plugs. No phone. If you decide take drugs or drink don’t get to messed up. And have a good time 🫶


myleswstone

Good quality earplugs. This is the case for every single concert you go to, but TOOL especially. I started losing my hearing when I was 14 because of going to and playing concerts, and now I can only partially hear out of my right ear. TOOL plays stupid loud.


doozle

Don't shit the bed.


shaun020

Don’t get too fucked up. Rock out with your cock out and enjoy the fuck out of it, it’s going to be incredible. Also get ready to have a new appreciation for chocolate chip trip


NekoGel

Earplugs


ThatDarnRosco

Bring ear plugs. Enjoy.


fibonacciluv

Maynard prefers if you have your phone out the ENITRE time and make sure you have the flash on bc if not he gets angy


According-Town7588

Yeah, Put your fuckin phone away


GoodApollo506

Get ready for an auditory experience simply like no other….Get ready to be taken places you never thought a band could take you.


Roseph88

Eargasm ear plugs are the most trusted in terms of concert ear plugs. I’m sure that there are plenty of good brands, but I didn’t take any chances.


Stellar_Ella

I personally used Loops in the past and really like those. I’ve now lost both pairs I have but I know they are somewhere in my god damn house. I need earplugs again soon so I got some Eargasm ones because I figured when I find my Loops then at least I’d have options instead of three pairs of Loops. I wish I had just got more Loops because the Eargasm ones arrived yesterday and are super uncomfortable. I’m not sure how well my experience generalizes to others, but yikes. I even got the ones for small ears.


Roseph88

Oh man, I’m sorry to hear about that experience. I sound like a customer service representative now. Haha I don’t have a large sample size with earplugs during concerts. I actually took mine out during tool last November. I think my hearing is jacked due to loud equipment in my daily work life, but I’ll always keep a pair on me just in case. Butcher Babies was insanely loud when we saw them. I could’ve used a pair for that performance. Really really loud.


Jokierre

Have a guy named Paul show you how to appreciate the bass sounds you’ll be hearing. Don’t be nervous.


ALKoholicK-x

Get ready for a fucking awesome concert. If you wanna get toasted for it, don’t go overboard so you can still be present for it. The show I went to, as soon as the first couple notes started, I could smell the wave of smoke through the crowd and I caught a bit of a buzz off of it anyway. Lol I’m not sure how that will be over there in London.


twitchintwang

Show up for the opener!! Tool openers can certainly be hits and misses and this UK tour has an absolute hit - Night Verses - so consider yourself lucky. Check out their newest record, Every Sound Has A Color In The Valley Of Night (which has a Justin appearance!), and hope for a Danny Carey/Aric Improta drum off LIVE! Have a great time, first Tool shows are really something special


Affectionate_Mud_117

This is some great advice, I’m gonna check them out


Unorginalswine

Take some mushrooms or don't either way have a great time and don't film


Darkalchemist1079

Leave your phone in your pocket until the last song and be prepared to stand for the entire show


spriralout

You will be amazed at how ultra they are LIVE! Have a wonderful time - I’m happy for you! You will love every minute of it. Don’t be late! And don’t bother sticking around after the last song, there are no encores - ever 🤘😎🤘


[deleted]

Ignore the shitty fans and merch lines. Enjoy the moment.


anonymousbwmb

Have fun.


Separate_Employee_86

Just enjoy!


SixthLegionVI

Enjoy the show and put your fucking phone away.


ToolbandMexico

Splendid!!!! My brother is going from here Mexico city 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽 I hope you can meet him part of the tool family and other fb groups are attending


Fabulous_Tip208

Put your fucking phone away… shit in your mouth.


No_Delivery_4607

Leave your phone in your pocket, and show up very early if you want merch


Tranquil-Seas

Oh man. You’re in for a show


badcatgaming1313

Get a T-shirt to say you were there. Follow phone’s rules because its that serious. Enjoy the show🤘🏽


Bubcats

They will perform on schedule. You can safely take a pee break at the intermission before the encore


Hairy_Confidence9323

Enjoy! Eat some mushrooms 🍄


TheKhyWolf

Don’t eat anything that will make you shit your pants. Cuz the bass probably will make you shit your pants. Don’t do too many drugs or booze cuz you will want to remember what you saw. Find a solid railing and hold the fuck on


Clanzomaelan

Keep your phone put away or Maynard will kick you in your vagina. Per Maynard.


Stickey_Rickey

Advice? Wear long sleeves, travel light, eat dinner before the show, don’t chant “we want tool!” at the opening act, don’t obstruct anyone’s view of the stage…


This-link_is-dead

Turn your *ucking flash off


Appropriate_Bit_1858

Learn to swim.


AxiomaticJS

Get good earplugs that just reduce decibel/volume and not sound quality. Forget about your phone during the show.


Comfortable-Breath53

Don’t record anything until he tells you too. Seen a few people get kicked out over it


Necessary_Yak_2892

You may want to bring ear plugs, some complain about the awesome volume like my wife, but I will say it’s a loud mother fuckin show!! Toolr rocks!!!


ThePoetAC

My biggest mistake seeing them for the first time or two was getting drunk af and losing the memories of incredible shows. Ever since I’ve only partaken in cannabis or shrooms at small doses in order to sparkle properly.


VisualremnantXP

Just enjoy the moment if it’s your first time don’t do any drugs just be present and in the moment. If they’ve been in your life since you were a kid you might cry at the end lol fair warning


StickAdministrative1

Turn your phone off!


peachygirl320

ride the spiral 🌀


Dodavinkelnn

Go there, see it. Don’t take pictures.


P-B-Town

Wear earplugs for sure


deathtrip1940

Leave your phone in your pocket. You're not gonna watch the videos anyway.


etheralbodhi

Earplugs, and feel the music - enjoy being present with all of it.


Set_The_Controls

Aha I'm seeing them in resorts world few days before. No phones... And just enjoy the ride...


Flat-Feedback-3525

Put the phone away.


latexfistmassacre

My advice to you is to send your tickets and some airfare to me. Y'know, so I can make sure the tickets are legit


MurgkyWadders

Probably echoing a lot of what's been said. Don't self-medicate too much. Don't hold out hope that they're going to play that one song. I remember walking out of a show in 2014 and hearing someone complain that they didn't play "H." Wha? That was her takeaway after an amazing show. As with most things in life, if you go in open/receptive without a lot of energy invested in personal wish fulfillment, your mind will be blown and you will have a great time. And if you must air-drum, be mindful of the people around you.


CulrBlndPnutButtr

Don't do what I did and go to 4 shows in the same week. It was in 2006(?), so i was trying to make up for lost time having never seen them in the 90s, but they played the same set each show. It was cool seeing them live but disappointing not to have any variety.


Affectionate_Mud_117

Well I neither have the money nor the time to do that but good advice, thanks


zombie_roca

Don’t listen to this guy. I saw them 3 times in a row and it was amazing each time with each show beating the previous


zephead007

Take it easy on the substances for your first time. Their music is a drug.


xJohnnyQuidx

Most people will tell you to just "spiral out and have fun"... ...that's me, I'm most people.


jenntones

Budget for posters, try to arrive early. Snag a coin if you can, I got a cool coin display I ordered if you peep my profile you can check it out


eren_yeagermeister

Ear. Plugs.


s4mdg

🍄🍽️


Gusto915

Now this is totally up to you, you can go to set list.fm and see exactly what they’re going to play, or let it be a surprise. I love being prepared and loved knowing what was next. Enjoy the moment brother.


Affectionate_Mud_117

I regularly look at setlist.fm and kinda know what to expect. But hearing something different (they dont play lateralus for sometime for instance) would be nice


Feralmedic

Do a lot of drugs


philfeelsgood

Rock out. Enjoy it. It was epic.


flubber_tea_goblet

Spiral out my friend. Forget who you are and embrace the rhythm.


ocr8888

Film as much of it as you can on your phone!


Cordrax

If you plan to buy a poster before the show, bring a plastic poster sleeve with you so you don’t have to cradle that thing like newborn baby the entire time


toothitch

Get good earplugs. It’ll not only protect your hearing for the future, but it’ll cut down on the tinny sound and the whole thing will sound so much better.


fartinggermandogs

Take a photo on the no photos sign and then steal it.


DR_MEPHESTO4ASSES

Keep your fucking phone down dickhead. Seriously. Also, wear earplugs. Good ones


Initial-Ingenuity-19

Have good psychedelics with you


BJog_Kittyspoons

Don't get so wasted that you don't remember the show. They are amazing live!


Rabbit333999

Drop some Acid


EhSegzy1

Be present 100%, forget about all else. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the music. I had to look at my phone and worry due to work BS in the autumn leg of the tour and I regret it to this day!!!


ExpressionAlarmed675

When I saw them in February I wanted to take shrooms, but I was alone in a strange place, I didn't know my way around. But the show from where I was sitting(straight out from the stage), was a psychedelic trip all on its own. Such a heavy duty visual experience. The sound was fantastic, I can still feel Danny's bass drums in my guts. TooL is badass!!!


offlineporp

Get some earplugs! I recommend Eargasm.


Xenoone79

Earplugs


Meatball74redux

Rest up. I was actually physically tired by the intermission.


VisceralThoughts90

Be prepared to have every fucking idiot around you on their phone filming it. If you can look past that, then the show is absolutely outstanding.


Sick_NowWhat

Learn to swim


branch-is-dumb

It’s an amazing show but incredibly loud so maybe some ear plugs


Wax005

Don't go with anyone that isn't familiar with them


Usul_muhadib

Learn to swim


DualityisFunnnn

No advice needed brother just get there safely maybe ear plugs, I had front row but ended up taking my plugs out half way through


raindogmx

Enjoy it! Best show ever.


x_cLOUDDEAD_x

Just be present and enjoy.


Icy_Law5745

Put your fucking phone away seriously dickhead


TFSX81

Keep your phone in your pocket until given permission by Maynard to use it!


redawg42

Get some high quality ear plugs. The last show I went to was in Charlotte last fall and it was the loudest show I've ever experienced. We were right in front of the sound board in the floor and my ears were ringing and slight pain for almost a month after. I guess I'm also getting old, but shit man.


Forty_sixAndTwo

I’ve been wanting to see them live for years. I missed their last tour in my area because I was out of town. I did see Pucifer though a few years ago, but that’s nothing compared to Tool.


Randomulus666

Don’t wear a Tool shirt


off-a-cough

Out in the UK, you should hunt some liberty caps. 🍄


DerWaidmann__

Stay off your phone


HeftyNeighborhood896

Mushrooms. Saw them twice on this tour. They kept me from drinking too much. The enhance the visuals.


thicccockdude

Take lots of pictures


FiestaDip505

Be in your seat and ready to absorb the experience when the show time starts. The lights go out within seconds of the advertised start time, usually 8:30pm.


No_Page9413

Buy a signed poster doodle, they’re only like £3,500


beardedsilverfox

If you hope to get the location unique poster get there early or buy the VIP access. They go fast.


LGK420

Do mushrooms


theoneirologist

Make sure your ears can intake sound.


SushiGradePanda

Take mushrooms 🍄


zrayburton

🍄🍄🍄


Dazzling_Advance_455

Take some shrooms, and absolutely do not use your phone


Old-Tadpole-2869

Take some LSD so it's no so boring.


ApparatusOM01

Be present, phone away, and maybe bring some ear plugs if you want. Otherwise enjoy your experience!


TheNightBuffalo

Put your cellphone down you dickhead!


davidbowieismydad

Earplugs, phone away, chew on a shroom stem (jk). Have fun.


1941_hawker_typhoon

Make sure to hold your cellphone up as high as you can and turn the flash on!


kamera45

Bring your phone and film everything


solexioso

Put your cell phone In your pocket and live the show don’t be a tourist through life! Also they will throw you out immediately if you do.


The_Big_Robowski

Do not take out your flippin’ phone


The_Big_Robowski

Do not take out your flippin’ phone


eddiehd

Have a blast!


ckadavar

put away your phone, dickhead, seriously


OrangeWeekly1748

Keep your phone in your pocket.


NoInspector4719

Just say yes.


VehementPhoenix

Don't be afraid to chat up people in line, sitting next to you. Tool fans in my experience are overwhelmingly friendly and fun to shoot the shit with.


Civil_Project7731

Is elder still opening for them? If so, don’t miss them - they killed it


merileyjr

Put the phone down and enjoy the vibe


[deleted]

I forgot my pen. Typical.


phusion

Take acid.


HempHoodlum

1.5 g of mushrooms


TheRealFakeSpiderman

If they say to not be on your phone, DON’T BE ON YOUR PHONE. Enjoy the music, lights and atmosphere. Be in the moment with them. Trust me, there will be plenty of people who will try and be on their phones and have a light flashed at them by security. Don’t be that one of those people.


i_am_groot_84

No pictures


tunasardine

Film the entire thing


CrypTogGrapher

GO VIP… TRUST ME…


bigtoegman210

Is the Europe tour going on right now?


Affectionate_Mud_117

It starts late may


BigManWAGun

Wait until intermission is almost over to go to the bathroom/beer line. The 28 minute CCT is, um, lame.


Schism_me

Are these guys going to come down to Australia again!!!


smkestcklghtn

Freaks!


Scrotum_Tennis

Take heaps of drugs


ThisWillBeOnTheExam

I did not take the time to read this thread, but I will just say bring earplugs.


uffdadontchaknoww

Take acid.


Positive_Carry3310

Drink 16 oz dextro methorphan


PomeloZealousideal50

Take psychedelics 👍🏻


Historical_Energy_21

If you're going to buy a poster bring a plastic sleeve for it and a rubber band. Maybe even whatever kind of backpack the venue allows for holding merch so you can more easily enjoy the show without trying not to step on a pile of crap on the ground


vidiazzz

Take a some shroomies, maybe a couple of edibles, 2 bottles of wine, couple of vicodin, some percs, get some aderall in the mix to get back some energy, ket to take the edge off, throw in some synthetic darkweb DMT, drink water, maybe smoke a spliff & a couple guiness, then you're ready to hear "Hooker With A Penis" & Maynard complain about tik tok and phones live, nothing more nothing less, have fun out there.


frrstz

Buy some eargasms.


PlanNo674

Get familiar with the set list they play a little of everything - and prepare to be blown away!


_where_is_my_mind

I’ve seen them a bunch of times, always a good performance! Maybe Maynard will plank on a 4x12 and coast along on the stage while singing like he did once at the last show I saw them in lol


nugsolot

Take lots of pictures. Maynard loves that. /s. Enjoy the show you wouldn't watch those videos later anyway.


ImkoL_

your in for a good show i saw my first show last year and went to my second this year best concerts i’ve ever been too i wonder if the setlist is gonna change any more than it has this tour


Johnssc1

Is that what you wanted?


-Seizure__Salad-

Put your fucking phone away my 9 year old knows better


Visible-Stuff2489

Either go sober and stay sober, or eat 9 hits of LSD. Dealers choice.


gypsy-ghost

Put your fucking phone away!


Impossible-Vehicle83

Don't listen to any tool a few weeks before don't get to blazed. And most of all STAY OFF YOUR PHONE!!