This Feb 20-23, our friend CHET ZAR will be participating in the Paradise Artist Retreat - a 4 day event at the Tamiya Resort in New Mexico. CHET will be "teaching 3 seminars- Painting, Sculpting and Photoshop- along with many other great artists such as Shawn Barber, Nick Baxter, Cory Norris, Damon Conklin, Chris Dingwell, Paul Abbott, Tom Strom, Chris Lowe, Teresa Sharpe, Adrian Dominic, Dan and Tim Plumley, and Ian McKown, who will also be teaching seminars and workshops on a variety of art techniques."
BMB
BMB
TOOL opening act (and friends) YOB from Eugene, Oregon.
Photo by Rynne Stump
BMB
Here's a quick note from MARK STEGER (OSSEUS LABYRINT): "I'm excited to announce the launch of Gearbox - an online mash-up of comic book, live action video, music and illustration. Gearbox is a dark, interactive choose-your-own-adventure that follows a novice warrior into parallel realities."
BMB
Rynne captured DANNY performing "Hooker With A Penis" in Tucson, Arizona.
BMB
Justin going horseback riding at (real)Tool bus driver DOM's house in Kentucky. Prior to saddling up, according to Shelee, they were treated to a pot of buffalo stew, jammed with Dom's son in the barn, and dodged a tornado that touched down. Did I forget about looking for choice Blu-Ray discs in the Mennonite shops? Just another day off from the rigors of the tour...
I'll be adding more photos to the ToolArmy galleries.
Photo by SHELEE CHANCELLOR
BMB
Having already ate his 'monster' cake, ADAM's belated birthday dinner was at Nobu in Dallas, Texas. (Notice Danny's transformation the closer he gets to Kansas.)
Photo by SHELEE CHANCELLOR
BMB
In this photo taken by Rynne, is Tool manager Pete... A) Pondering the future release date for the band's live DVD?.. B) Waiting for Arsenal to play?.. C) Trying to contact UFO occupants near the White Mountains?..
BMB
JZ's latest project, "BUBBATRON" will be performing at the BAKED POTATO in STUDIO CITY, CA. tonight (SATURDAY, JANUARY 28th). The ALL-STAR LINE UP features HADRIEN FERAUD on bass, HANS ZERMUEHLEN on vintage keys, JAMIE KIME on guitar, and JOEL TAYLOR on drums. If you're in the area, check out these great players in action.
BMB
Video by Tim Cadiente and Barton Perreira
BMB
In case you missed it in the news on Danny's site, tabla master ALOKE DUTTA will be featured along with ALEX GREY, ALLYSON GREY and SCHISM* in a special event on 1 April, 2012 at CoSM (CoSM.org). PRE SALE tickets are only $20 (day of $40). Supply is limited. Please contact: keith.schism@gmail.com if interested.
Disclaimer: Tool is not affiliated in any way with the tribute band, "SCHISM."
BMB
Here's a look at the tour poster for TOOL's Toronto, Canada show on JANUARY 25, 2012. The poster features ORIGINAL ARTWORK by ADAM JONES and will be AVAILABLE at the MERCH BOOTH on the date of the show.
BMB
Grill Master Mike will once again be doing his thing for the annual MONDAY NIGHT JAMMMZ/NAMM BBQ PARTY at the BAKED POTATO in STUDIO CITY on MONDAY, JANUARY 23. Players include Todd Wolf on drums and Ed Roth on keyboards. Come on down and start the Chinese New Year right. Local musicians are encouraged to bring an instrument and possibly join in during the second set. JZ and the boys usually get started around 9:00. If you've a favorite side dish, bring it to share with others.
BMB