The first standalone release of "Opiate" is a reimagined version of the band's debut. This iteration adds a new intro and outro, extending the track significantly.
- The original "Opiate" was released in 1992 as an EP. This 2022 version was released alongside a 10-minute short film directed by Adam Jones. Tool's complete discography was made available on major streaming platforms on the same day "Opiate²" was released.
- The single was made available on vinyl and digital formats. It serves as a prelude to the band's 2023 tour.
- This marks the first new music released by the band since their 2019 album "Fear Inoculum." The song was also included in the band's 2022 album "Fear Inoculum (Deluxe Edition)".
Tool is a rock band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 1990. They are known for their intricate musical structures and lengthy, often abstract music videos. Tool released the standalone single "Opiate²" on March 1, 2022, via RCA Records. This release coincided with the band's return to streaming services after a long absence from such platforms.
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