Tool's 2009 Concert History

Tool is a progressive metal band formed in 1990, by Maynard James Keenan (vocals), Adam Jones (guitar), Paul D'Amour (bass), and Danny Carey (drums). The band released their first album "Undertow" in 1993. It charted in the top 100 in the US, Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and New Zealand. D'Amour left the band in 1995 and was replaced by Justin Chancellor. In 1996, Tool released its sophomore album "Ænima" (1996), which included the band’s first Grammy-winning single, also called "Ænima." "Lateralus" (2001), the band’s third album, was the first of three to consecutively top the US Billboard 200 chart. It was followed by “10,000 Days” (2006) and “Fear Innoculum” (2019), the band’s first album in 13 years. The album’s 10-minute and 21-second title track holds the Guinness World Record for the longest song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, where it peaked at 93. Keenan is also a founding member of A Perfect Circle and Puscifer.

Date Concert Venue Location
Aug 25, 2009
Kroq Epicenter '09
Atreyu / Linkin Park / Alice In Chains / Tool / Street Sweeper / Hollywood Undead / Wolfmother
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Fairplex Pomona, California, United States
Aug 22, 2009
Epicenter Festival 2009
Linkin Park / Alice In Chains / Tool / Wolfmother / Hollywood Undead / Atmosphere / Atreyu / Rock / Street Sweeper Social Club / Sonny / Aesop
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Los Angeles, California, United States
Show Duplicate for Aug 22, 2009
Aug 08, 2009
Lollapalooza (Day 2)
Ezra Furman & the Harpoons / Living Things / Miike Snow / Atmosphere / Rise Against / Coheed and Cambria / Relentless7 / Tool
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Grant Park Chicago, Illinois, United States
Show Duplicates for Aug 08, 2009
Aug 07, 2009 –
Aug 09, 2009
Lollapalooza 2009
The Killers / Arctic Monkeys / Kings Of Leon / Kid Cudi / Major Lazer / Bon Iver / Vampire Weekend / Cage The Elephant / Diplo / Passion Pit / Depeche Mode / Deadmau5 / Yeah Yeah Yeahs / Band of Horses / Portugal. The Man / Fleet Foxes / Rise Against / Lykke Li / Cold War Kids / Marina / Bonobo / Miike Snow / Eric Church / Kaiser Chiefs / Tool / Santigold / Kaskade / Crystal Castles / Peter Bjorn and John / TV On the Radio / The Decemberists / BASSNECTAR / Animal Collective / Ludovico Einaudi / Andrew Bird / Silversun Pickups / Thievery Corporation / Jane's Addiction / Atmosphere / Basement Jaxx / of Montreal / Deerhunter / Friendly Fires / White Lies / Ben Folds / Bat For Lashes / A-Trak / Coheed and Cambria / Ra Ra Riot / The Glitch Mob / Asher Roth / Manchester Orchestra / The Airborne Toxic Event / Noah & The Whale / The Gaslight Anthem / Chairlift / Blind Pilot / Dan Auerbach / Rodriguez / Boys Noize / David Byrne / Neko Case / The Bloody Beetroots / Gomez / Simian Mobile Disco / Calexico / Spiritualized / Cass McCombs / Orbital / MSTRKRFT / Lamb / The Raveonettes / Delta Spirit / Quantic / Glasvegas / Hercules & Love Affair / Lou Reed / Crookers / Langhorne Slim / Los Campesinos! / Heartless Bastards / Amadou & Mariam / Dan Deacon / Heatwave / Chinese Man / Alphabeat / Other Lives / The Virgins / Dan Black / STS9 / Ida Maria / Robert Earl Keen / Ezra Furman / Craig Campbell / Alice Russell / No Age / The Low Anthem / Helios / Lindstrøm / The Juan Maclean / Hockey / Max Romeo / MJ Cole / Gruff Rhys / Gang Gang Dance / Hypnotic Brass Ensemble / The Hood Internet / Switch / Federico Aubele / Mungo's Hi Fi / James Yuill / Rye Rye / Emmy the Great / Amanda Blank / Alberta Cross / Joe Pug / Kevin Devine / Tim Minchin / Toddla T / Pharoah Sanders / Krafty Kuts / Sam Roberts Band / Kill Hannah / Relentless7 / Slam / Micachu / The Knux / Constantines / Kathryn Williams / Zap Mama / Metro Area / The Nextmen / Gong / Living Things / Futurecop! / Kode9 / Hey Champ / Congo Natty / Tom Middleton / The Builders and The Butchers / In Flagranti / Ramadanman / Henry Clay People / The Greencards / Octave One / Bullion / Benny Page / LA Riots / April Smith and the Great Picture Show / Hexstatic / Amazing Baby / Thenewno2 / Horse Meat Disco / Dub Syndicate / To Rococo Rot / Greg Wilson / David Shrigley / Back Door Slam / Ska Cubano / Grasscut / The Ex / Willy Joy / Optimo / Boy Crisis / Carney / Magistrates / Hollywood Holt / Red Rack'em / Sweet Billy Pilgrim / Mulatu Astatke & the Heliocentrics / Jstar / Tim Sweeney / Sneaky / Norman Jay MBE / Jazzsteppa / Dylan Moran / Aldo Vanucci / Richie Phoe _-_ / Chrome Hoof / Subculture / Bass Clef / Craig Charles / Reggae Roast / Gist / Gable / Moneypenny / Jon Carter / Annie Nightingale / DJ Sandrinho / Rukus / Mitch Benn / Charlie Dark / Chris Cunningham / Favela Chic / Jazzie B / Tomb Crew / Moody Boyz / DJ Derek / Josie Long / Simian Mobile Disco (DJ Set) / John Hegley / Joana and the Wolf / Sean Hughes / Zombie-Zombie / Oren Marshall / HE SAY, SHE SAY / DJ DRM / Charlie Jordan / Ian Stone / Stephen Frost / Dark Wave Disco / Jean Binta Breeze / Mama Tokus / Brian Patten / Alex Jenkins / Bristol Hi-fi / Stephen Grant / Brian Appleton / Jay Bernard / Wonky Pop / Car Stereo / Yello Fever / Byron Vincent / Malika Booker / Ben Mellor / Trevor Lock / Aoife Mannix / Rob Deering / jon holmes / Markus Birdman / Summer of Dub / Emma Mcgordon / Guy Carlos / Stephen Morrison / Rosemary Harris / Satellite Party / Perry Farrell with LeAnn Rimes / Prophit / Snoop Dogg Show all bands
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Grant Park Chicago, Illinois, United States
Show Duplicates for Aug 07, 2009
Aug 05, 2009
Tool / Tweak Bird
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Budweiser Stage, Ontario Place Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Show Duplicate for Aug 05, 2009
Aug 04, 2009
Tool / Tweak Bird
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K-Rock Centre Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Show Duplicate for Aug 04, 2009
Aug 02, 2009
Tweak Bird / Tool

Tool

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Verizon Wireless Arena Manchester, New Hampshire, United States
Aug 01, 2009
All Points West
Tool / My Bloody Valentine / Gogol Bordello / Arctic Monkeys / The Ting Tings / White Rabbits / The Postelles / Black Gold / St. Vincent
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Liberty State Park Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Show Duplicates for Aug 01, 2009
Jul 31, 2009 –
Aug 02, 2009
All Points West Festival 2009
Coldplay / The Black Keys / MGMT / Arctic Monkeys / Jay-Z / Vampire Weekend / Yeah Yeah Yeahs / Fleet Foxes / The National / Lykke Li / La Roux / The Ting Tings / Crystal Castles / Tool / Silversun Pickups / Elbow / Beastie Boys / St. Vincent / Mogwai / Flying Lotus / The Gaslight Anthem / Ra Ra Riot / Tokyo Police Club / Chairlift / MSTRKRFT / Carolina Liar / CSS / We Are Scientists / Gogol Bordello / Neko Case / Q-Tip / My Bloody Valentine / The Pharcyde / White Rabbits / The Cool Kids / Xavier Rudd / Ghostland Observatory / Seasick Steve / Heartless Bastards / Bo Burnham / Étienne de Crécy / Shearwater / Akron/Family / The Knux / Rye Rye / Kitty, Daisy & Lewis / Black Gold / Steel Train / Kool Keith / Telepathe / The Postelles / Peanut Butter Wolf / Electric Touch / Eugene Mirman / Todd Barry / Tim and Eric / The Honey Brothers / Michael Showalter / Arj Barker / Jim Jefferies / Organized Konfusion / Janeane Garofalo / Judah Friedlander / ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead / Cage the Elephant / Echo & the bunnymen Show all bands
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Liberty State Park Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Show Duplicate for Jul 31, 2009
Jul 30, 2009
Tool / Tweak Bird
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Patriot Center, George Mason University Fairfax, VA
Show Duplicate for Jul 30, 2009
Jul 29, 2009
Tool / Tweak Bird
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Bojangles Coliseum Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Jul 27, 2009
Tool
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Infinite Energy Arena Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Show Duplicates for Jul 27, 2009
Jul 25, 2009
Tool
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Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Jul 24, 2009
Tool / Tweak Bird
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AT&T Center San Antonio, Texas, United States
Jul 22, 2009
Tool / Tweak Bird
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Santa Ana Star Center Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Jul 21, 2009
Tool / Tweak Bird
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Talking Stick Resort Amphitheater Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Jul 19, 2009 –
Jul 20, 2009
Widespread Panic / Tool / Incubus / Ben Harper and Relentless7

Mile High Music Festival

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Dick's Sporting Goods Park Denver, Colorado, United States
Show Duplicate for Jul 19, 2009
Jul 18, 2009 –
Jul 19, 2009
Mile High Music Festival 2009
The Black Keys / The Fray / Incubus / Paolo Nutini / Tool / Jack's Mannequin / Needtobreathe / Pepper / Widespread Panic / The Wailers / Gov't Mule / Galactic / Ben Harper and Relentless7 / Gomez / Ani Difranco / John Butler / Gogol Brodello / Buddy Guy / Matisyahu / Robert Randolph & The Family Band / Matt Nathanson / Mat Kearney / Strange Condition / The Greyboy Allstars / Nicky Bomba / 3OH!3 / G. Love & Special Sauce / Big Head Todd & The Monsters / Thievery Corporation / Devotchka / Railroad Earth / India.Arie / Lyrics Born / Rocco Deluca and the Burden / The Duke Spirit / The Band of Heathens / Davy Knowles & Back Door Slam / Jet / Guster / Dead Confederate / Jerry Joseph And The Jackmormons / Erin McCarley / HoneyHoney / Joe Pug / Electric Touch / The Northern Way / Lukas Nelson & The Promise of the Real / Rob Drabkin / paper bird / early pearl Show all bands
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Dick's Sporting Goods Park Commerce City, Colorado, United States
Show Duplicates for Jul 18, 2009
Apr 07, 2009
Don't Say Vegas / Doubting November / Taylor Warren / new boyz / Poc Dawone / The JAG / ShyBoy / Tool Knitting Factory Los Angeles, California, United States

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All Points West on Aug 1, 2009 [610-small]

All Points West
Aug 1, 2009
 Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
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MILE HIGH MUSIC FESTIVAL 2009 on Jul 18, 2009 [614-small]

MILE HIGH MUSIC FESTIVAL 2009
Jul 18 - 19, 2009
 Commerce City, Colorado, United States
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Tool on Jul 19, 2009 [615-small]

Tool
Jul 19, 2009
 Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
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Tool on Jul 27, 2009 [200-small]

Tool
Jul 27, 2009
 Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Tool
Jul 27, 2009
 Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Tool
Jul 27, 2009
 Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


How long is a Tool concert?

A tool concert lasts for 2 hours and 30 minutes on average. There will be a 30-minute opening act before Tool's performance. The band will then play a two hour set of their most biggest singles and fan favorites. Their shows also come packed with smashing hits and stunning visual displays.

What should you expect at a Tool concert?

A Tool concert is an experience of a lifetime — just ask anyone who's ever attended a show. At every concert, you can expect a great show with a stunning light display, smoke, and pyrotechnics set to some of the greatest progressive rock hits from the last 30+ years.

What should you wear to a Tool concert?

There is nothing specific you need to wear to a Tool concert, but specific venues may have specific regulations about prohibited attire. Generally, it’s a great idea to throw on a Tool T-Shirt or hoodie with some metal-inspired attire like leather jackets and ripped jeans. If you’re planning on going into the mosh pit, just remember to wear closed toe shoes!

How much are Tool concert tickets?

Prices vary depending on the location of the concert. Most concerts in the U.S. are around the $100-$200 range; however, tickets can easily go much, much higher. Front row seats or VIP packages can cost several hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Prices for Tool tickets often are higher during international tours rather than ones which take place in the US alone. High demand, low availability, and premium seat options can also lead to price increases.

Where can you buy Tool music online?

All major digital music streaming services offer Tool’s music online for free. You can access them from platforms such as Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Music, and Deezer. If you’d like to purchase the band's songs or albums, you can do so through platforms like Amazon Music, iTunes, and Bandcamp.

What genre of music does Tool create?

Many of Tool’s fans refer to their music as metal or progressive metal. The band’s style encompasses many genres, though, and is very difficult to fit the band into a single box. There are elements of alternative metal, art rock, progressive rock, nu-metal, and much more. Some have called their music the “thinking person’s metal band.”

Who are the original members of Tool?

The original members of Tool were:

  • Maynard James Keenan on vocals
  • Adam Jones on guitar
  • Danny Carey on drums and percussion
  • Paul D'Amour on bass

In 1995, Justin Chancellor replaced D'Amour on bass. D'Amour has since participated in numerous bands including Replicants, Lusk, Lesser Key, and Ministry. He also performed under the stage name Feersum Ennjin.

What other bands has Maynard James Keenan performed with?

Before Tool, Maynard James Keenan played bass guiatar for TexA.N.S. and then left to perform vocals for Children of the Anachronistic Dynasty. In 1990, he became a founding member of Tool and, while he never left the band like D'Amour, he has performed with other groups since, including the supergroup Puscifer as the only permanent member and A Perfect Circle, which he cofounded with Billy Howerdel.

When did Tool start releasing music?

Tool was formed in 1989 after Keenan and Jones became acquainted. Keenan played past recordings, and his voice inspired the duo to start a band. They eventually searched for a bass player and a drummer. It took around two years of practice and performing before they signed their first record deal.

Where are the band members of Tool from?

While each member comes from a different location, they all lived in Los Angeles during the time of their formation. Keenan studied visual arts in Michigan before settling in California. Jones went to Los Angeles in hopes of entering the film industry. Carey was already part of the LA music scene, performing for several bands. Chancellor, meanwhile, was born in the United Kingdom.

Why do fans say Tool is the best band ever?

Many fans call Tool the greatest band ever because of their creativity, the political and social overtones in Keenan's lyrics, and the band's experimentation with a variety of genres and sounds. There really is no other band that creates music like Tool. Their music not only delivers a message but also uses a variety of artistic mediums to create an engaging and spectacular listening and viewing experience. Keenan and the other band members always consider all of the elements of their performances — music, costumes, visuals, and synchronization – to make the best music and put on the best show.

How many concerts has Tool had?

Tool has had 1,254 concerts.

What genre is Tool?

Tool is most often considered to be Rock, United States, Alternative Rock, Alternative, Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive Rock, Alternative Metal, Art Rock, Nu Metal, Progressive Metal, Post-Grunge, Progressive, Math Rock, Post-Metal, Melodic, California, Rap Metal, Los Angeles, Classic Metal, and Drugs.

When is the next Tool concert?

The next Tool concert is on May 25, 2024 at ZAG Arena in Hanover, Lower Saxony, Germany.

When was the last Tool concert?

The last Tool concert was on April 20, 2024 at Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California, United States. The bands that performed were: A Perfect Circle / Puscifer / Primus / Tool.

What setlist does Tool play live?

The songs that Tool performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the April 20, 2024 concert at Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California, United States:

  1. Set One:
  2. Fear Inoculum
  3. Intolerance
  4. Jimmy
  5. Sober
  6. Invincible
  7. Lost Keys (Blame Hofmann)
  8. Rosetta Stoned
  9. Eulogy
  10. Ænema
  11. Pushit (Salival version)
  12. Intermission /
  13. Set 2:
  14. (Bill Hicks Intro)
  15. The Grudge
  16. Jambi
  17. Lateralus
  18. Forty Six & 2
  19. Right in Two
  20. Schism
  21. Pneuma
  22. Stinkfist

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