Deftones are an American alternative metal band formed in Sacramento, California in 1988. They are widely regarded as one of the most influential heavy bands of their generation, known for blending aggression with atmosphere, melody, and experimental textures.
Over their career, Deftones have developed a distinctive sound that merges alternative metal, shoegaze, post-hardcore, and dreamlike ambience into an emotionally intense and highly dynamic style.
Deftones’ sound is defined by crushing guitar tones, ethereal melodies, and dynamic shifts between aggression and calm. Their music often contrasts heavy riffs with lush, atmospheric passages and expressive vocal delivery.
The band are known for their ability to balance intensity and beauty within the same compositions, creating immersive and emotionally layered albums.
Adrenaline (1995) – debut album rooted in raw alternative metal energy.
Around the Fur (1997) – breakthrough release expanding their dynamic and melodic range.
White Pony (2000) – landmark album blending alternative metal with experimental, shoegaze, and electronic influences.
Deftones (2003) – darker, atmospheric self-titled record with refined production.
Saturday Night Wrist (2006) – emotionally complex and stylistically varied release.
Diamond Eyes (2010) – focused, powerful comeback with sharp songwriting and atmosphere.
Koi No Yokan (2012) – critically acclaimed blend of heaviness and lush melodic texture.
Gore (2016) – experimental and layered release with contrasting moods and textures.
Ohms (2020) – expansive modern album balancing heaviness and atmospheric depth.
Private Music (2025) – latest album, showcasing a refined and cinematic evolution of their signature heavy-atmospheric sound, blending dreamlike textures with crushing dynamics and modern production clarity.
Deftones are considered one of the most influential alternative metal bands of all time, shaping countless artists across metal, shoegaze, and experimental rock scenes.
Fans of artists such as Hum, Loathe and Nothing are likely to appreciate Deftones’ atmospheric, heavy, and emotionally rich style.
All Deftones releases we carry are official physical formats only, focusing on vinyl and CD editions sourced from authorised labels and distributors.
We also stock official Deftones clothing and accessories, representing one of the most iconic names in modern alternative metal.
Deftones are one of the biggest bands in Alternative Metal history, and have been very influential in modern Post Metal, so if you fancy exploring more like-minded artists, have a look through our POST METAL CATEGORY. You might also like to read our blog on the different subgenres of Metal \m/
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