Metal Anarchy

Maynard James Keenan (Tool, Puscifer, A Perfect Circle) has revealed that he recently underwent hip surgery. Despite this, the frontman plans to move forward with his upcoming live shows.

Keenan commented:

“Don’t be Lazy. Read the Whole Post. July 3rd, woke up Luxembourg on tour w @aperfectcircle. When I went to do my morning workout & hike, my left hip said No. Out of nowhere it just decided to not work. Had to finish the rest of the tour in pain w a cane. Followed by the frantic phone calls & emails to get to the bottom of it. Labrum Tear? Hip replacement? Sprain? I needed answers fast because I have s#!t to do. Many tours. Starting in Sep & all the way to Xmas, I’ll be performing roughly 27 shows in 18 different countries with 3 different bands.

Cancelling isn’t an option. People have purchased tickets and booked travel & lodging, most of which is probably nonrefundable. Hats off to the medical team in LA. When taking recovery into consideration, my cut off for a hip replacement would be Sept 1st. These wizards all aligned their wands & got me in on Aug 26th (Today. Right now). Phew. #doitfordolly #theshowmustgoon ewww. @queenbvinylcafe @queenbsushi @toolmusic @puscifer #bananas Thank you, @licoricelust for sticking with me & enduring this delicious hospital food.”