Tool Returns to the Stage: Legendary Prog-Metal Titans Launch New Tour
Progressive metal giants Tool are set to electrify audiences in 2025 with a highly anticipated tour that marks several significant milestones in their illustrious career. This tour not only includes their first-ever performances in South America but also features exclusive shows in Mexico and a unique festival experience in the Dominican Republic.
First-Ever South American Performances
In a groundbreaking move, Tool will perform in South America for the first time since their formation over three decades ago. The band is scheduled to headline major festivals across the continent:
March 21–23: Lollapalooza Chile in Santiago
March 21–23: Lollapalooza Argentina in Buenos Aires
March 27–30: Festival Estéreo Picnic in Bogotá, Colombia
March 28–30: Lollapalooza Brasil in São Paulo
These performances will see Tool sharing stages with a diverse lineup of artists, including Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, Shawn Mendes, Alanis Morissette, and Foster the People, offering fans a rich and varied musical experience.
Expanded Tour Dates in Mexico
Building on the momentum, Tool has added two additional shows in Mexico to their itinerary:
March 12: Explanada del Estadio Mobil Super in Monterrey
March 18: Calle 2 in Guadalajara
These dates complement their previously announced performances:
March 15: Explanada del Estadio Azteca in Mexico City
Tickets for these shows are available through official channels, with exclusive pre-sale options for members of the Tool Army fan club.
“Tool Live in the Sand” Festival
In addition to their tour, Tool is hosting “Tool Live in the Sand,” a three-day destination festival in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, from March 7–9, 2025. This unique event will feature two headlining sets by Tool, along with performances by Primus, Mastodon, Coheed and Cambria, Eagles of Death Metal, and more. The festival offers fans an immersive experience combining music and luxury accommodations.
Anticipation for New Material
While the band has not released a new album since 2019’s “Fear Inoculum,” bassist Justin Chancellor has indicated that Tool is working on new material. He emphasized the band’s commitment to quality over speed, stating that art follows its own schedule.
Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting Tool’s return to the stage, anticipating the band’s signature blend of complex rhythms, immersive visuals, and thought-provoking lyrics. With a mix of historic firsts and exclusive events, Tool’s 2025 tour promises to be a landmark chapter in their storied career.
