Formed in Sacramento in 1988 by Chino Moreno, Stephen Carpenter, Abe Cunningham, later joined by Frank Delgado, Deftones rose as nu-metal pioneers with an experimental twist. Their early years carved out a distinctive sound—heavy yet atmospheric, unpredictable and emotionally resonant.

Over the years, they've evolved into a genre-blurring force, described as alternative metal, shoegaze, dream pop, post-metal, glitch, funk metal, and more. Their critically acclaimed albums—White Pony, Diamond Eyes, Ohms, and beyond—meld aggression with textured sonic landscapes

Deftones' live performances are intense and immersive, blending sonic aggression with emotional depth. Recent touring support includes converging on major festivals and arenas, selling out venues such as the Kia Forum in L.A., and delivering a high-energy experience regardless of era.

Their legacy is defined by an unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries—both musically and culturally. Tracks like “Minerva,” “Hole in the Earth,” “Breathe,” “Diamond Eyes” exemplify their evolving sound that refuses to settle into one genre.