Tool's drummer Danny Carey has shared that the band is working on new songs with a goal of releasing their sixth studio album in 2027. He also revealed discussions for a potential residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas following the album's release. This comes seven years after their last album, Fear Inoculum, from 2019.
In a recent interview with the Spiral Out Network, Tool drummer Danny Carey discussed the band's creative progress and future plans. He stated that the group is "working on a lot of new Tool songs now, hopefully 2027, that's the goal." This would mark the follow-up to their 2019 album Fear Inoculum, which ended a 13-year gap between full-length releases.
Carey highlighted Tool's visual and cinematic style, making the Sphere—a 336-foot-tall and 516-foot-wide venue in Las Vegas—an ideal fit. "We're hoping when we release the new record, maybe do a stint at the Sphere, 'cause I think we're the perfect band for that. We've been talking to those guys," he said. However, he noted the challenges: "It's a very expensive endeavor and it takes a while to get into the black, you know? I think it's a few shows before you make any money."
Carey recently toured the Sphere, describing it as "incredible" but admitting he nearly experienced vertigo. He has not yet seen a full show there. The interview primarily promoted his soundtrack contributions to the sci-fi comedy film Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die, directed by Gore Verbinski, including a performance with a marching band at its Las Vegas premiere.
Tool's fans have long anticipated new music given the band's infrequent releases. While Carey expressed optimism, he cautioned against high expectations, aligning with the group's history of extended production timelines.
