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Lateralus
Metal · 2001 · 13 tracks

Lateralus

Tool

Mathematical precision meets spiritual searching. A seventy-nine minute architecture of polyrhythmic drums, philosophical lyrics, and massive dynamic shifts.

May 14, 2001 · Saregama

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A rigorous and intense search for spiritual alignment through complex rhythms and massive soundscapes.

Tracklist · 13 Tracks
01
The Grudge
8:36
02
Eon Blue Apocalypse
1:07
03
The Patient
7:13
04
Mantra
1:14
05
Schism
6:46
06
Parabol
3:06
07
Parabola
6:05
08
Ticks & Leeches
8:08
09
Lateralus
9:24
10
Disposition
4:48
11
Reflection
11:10
12
Triad
8:46
13
Faaip de Oiad
2:40
Moments Worth Listening For
The transition from the quiet hum of Parabol into the explosive, life-affirming riff of Parabola.
The polyrhythmic drum climax of Ticks & Leeches where the kit sounds like it might collapse.
The gradual, eleven-minute tribal build of Reflection that feels like a slow-motion spiritual awakening.
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Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Lateralus sound next to the rest of Tool's catalogue?

Spirituality+1.9σ

The writing leans notably further into spirituality than the rest of the catalogue.

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