King Crimson, Pink Floyd and Rush, among others. Tool’s early local recognition and the corresponding demand for Tool tickets at small venues led to bigger and better things. By 1991, Tool was touring with such “name” acts as the Rollins Band, Fishbone, and Rage Against The Machine. This publicity led to a recording contract, and the band began to hit the studio to produce albums. Commercial Success Tool released their first EP, Opiate, which was partially inspired by a famous quote from Karl Marx. The release was a success, but the inspiration set the stage for public controversy that followed in subsequent years. Their first full-length album, Undertow followed in 1993, and their sound was instantly recognized as a powerful, heavy release that was unlike any other music being distributed on the mainstream market at the time. The success of Undertow led to the band being invited to play on the Lollapalooza tour that same year, and the band’s engaging shows led to them being moved from a side stage to the main stage at many performances. The crowds at these shows reacted wildly to their on-stage style, and a new “name” band was born. Since that time, Tool has released four additional albums, and all of them have enjoyed commercial success, as the band has stayed true to their original sound. They have sold millions of copies of their cuts around the world, and their name is recognized by music fans everywhere. However, the ride hasn’t been completely smooth. Controversy Tool’s act has drawn attention from protestors, and many of them appear at their tour stops with picket signs chanting slogans. The reason for this controversy is Tool’s artistic insistence on pushing the envelope with their lyrics, messages and even their videos and album covers. Even MTV refused to play the single entitled “Stinkfist” after it was released due to the sexual overtones of the title. The protestors tend to be Christians and those who oppose Marxism, and their diligence in regards to staging these protests is surprising. Regardless, Tool has refused to alter their approach, and Tool tickets remain a big draw due not only to their talent, but also to their belief in their artistic integrity. Title: Tools Needed For Getting Started Making Metal Jewelry Word Count: 398 Summary: Once all your designs are drawn on paper and perhaps a piece or two has been made by another artist, you may believe it is time for getting started making metal jewelry on your own. In addition to the designs
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