Released 30 years ago
Ænima
Tool · 1996
77 min · 15 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A complex tapestry of heavy riffs and introspective lyrics weaving through haunting atmospheres and polyrhythmic grooves.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- wave-like pacing for deep focus
- haunting atmospheres for introspection
- cathartic release through heavy riffs
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 1, 1996, 'Ænima' marked Tool's second studio album, following their debut 'Undertow' (1993). At this point, the band was transitioning into a distinctive sound that would define their career, characterized by extended compositions and intricate arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Perfect Circle· Porcupine Tree· Opeth
- If this clicks, go next to
- Lateralus — Continues the complex themes and musical exploration found in Ænima.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stinkfist 5:11
- 2 Eulogy 8:28
- 3 H. 6:07
- 4 Useful Idiot 0:38
- 5 Forty Six & 2 6:04
- 6 Message to Harry Manback 1:53
- 7 Hooker With a Penis 4:33
- 8 Intermission 0:56
- 9 jimmy 5:24
- 10 Die Eier von Satan 2:17
- 11 Pushit 9:55
- 12 Cesaro Summability 1:26
- 13 Ænema 6:39
- 14 (‐) Ions 4:00
- 15 Third Eye 13:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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