Industry May 11, 2026

How Tool created their '90s alternative rock masterpiece

“You can’t make music in a test tube and do math – there has to be spontaneity”

Originally published by MusicRadar
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How Tool created their '90s alternative rock masterpiece

Tool's approach to creating their enigmatic alternative rock, exemplified by a late-90s masterpiece, emphasizes spontaneity over rigid structure. The band members acknowledge that while riffs and beats form the foundation, they seldom play in perfect unison. This philosophy underscores the importance of an organic, rather than calculated, creative process. Originally reported by MusicRadar.

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