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Deftones Back in the Saddle With Western-Themed 'Swerve City' Video

Chad Childers — Wed, 08 May 2013 20:34:50 +0000

Deftones teased audiences with a Western-flavored lyric video for ‘Swerve City’ last month and they’ve kept the theme going for the song’s official music video. In the clip, which just debuted at Noisey.com, an attractive young woman and her trusty horse gallop through the dusty desert plains and cactus-filled mountains under a big bright sky [...]

Slipknot, Deftones, Corey Taylor, Lemmy Kilmister + More Win 2013 Revolver Golden Gods Awards

Chad Childers — Fri, 03 May 2013 13:37:01 +0000

The fans ultimately had the final say and in the end it's fitting that the 2013 Revolver Golden Gods Awards spread the wealth when it came to the night's top categories. Deftones, Corey Taylor and Slipknot were among the evening's top honorees.

Deftones Perfrom "Jump" as Tribute to the Late Chris Kelly of Kriss Kross [VIDEO]

KC — Thu, 02 May 2013 22:18:37 +0000

You may have heard that one of the members of the 90′s rap duo, Kriss Kross, has passed away. Chris “Mac Daddy” Kelly passed away yesterday and the Deftones felt they would pay tribute to the fallen artist by playing a rock cover of the Kriss Kross hit “Jump.” Last night during their show in [...]

Chi Cheng's Family Announces Gathering to Honor Deftones Bassist's Memory

Chad Childers — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 13:36:07 +0000

Even though he passed just last week, the family of Deftones bassist Chi Cheng has been very aware of the love generated by the musician around the world. As such they are staging a gathering this weekend where fans, friends and peers are invited to come celebrate his life.

Deftones Issue First Statement Regarding Death of Bassist Chi Cheng

Spencer Kaufman — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:57:57 +0000

The rock world was saddened over the weekend to hear the news that Deftones bassist Chi Cheng had passed away. The musician died after spending four years in either a coma or semi-conscious state as the result of a devastating 2008 car accident. After reactions and condolences from many in the rock community, the first official statement from Deftones themselves came today via a message from the band's guitarist Stephen Carpenter.

Deftones Bassist Chi Cheng Dies at 42

Spencer Kaufman — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 04:39:07 +0000

It is with true sadness that we report that Deftones bassist Chi Cheng passed away early Saturday morning (April 13) after a four-year battle to survive following a car crash in 2008. The 42-year-old musician had spent most of the time since the accident in a coma, briefly showing signs of consciousness on a couple [...]

Deftones Unleash Western-Flavored 'Swerve City' Lyric Video

Chad Childers — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:13:31 +0000

Deftones are digging deeper into their ‘Koi No Yokan’ album with the release of a new lyric video for the song ‘Swerve City.’ The song, which follows ‘Tempest’ as the latest single off the disc, features Chino Moreno‘s equally meditative and aggressive vocals. As for the clip itself, the video finds old footage of a [...]

Metallica Tap Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones + More for 2013 Orion Festival

Liz Ramanand — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:17:10 +0000

Metallica started 2013 in a big way by revealing that they would be staging their second annual Orion Music + More Festival in Detroit on June 8 and 9. Now, the band has unveiled the bands that will join them at the two-day extravaganza. Among the acts sharing the stage with Metallica will be Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones, Rise Against and more.

Chi Cheng's Family Considers Stem Cell Treatment, Offers New Update on His Condition

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 17:13:52 +0000

Four years have passed since Deftones bassist Chi Cheng was involved in a car accident which left him in a coma. Having only been in a partially conscious state since Feb. 2012, Chi is now able to spend his life out of a hospital despite many return trips due to various infections. In a long post by Chi's mother, she shares the latest on Chi's recovery, including a close call concerning oxygen deprivation.

Slash, Deftones, Tool + Stone Sour Join Ozzfest Japan Lineup

Chad Childers — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 18:46:44 +0000

Ozzfest may leave quite an impression on Japan next year. The longtime hard rock and metal festival turned a few heads earlier this year when it was announced that Slipknot and Black Sabbath would headline the two-night destination festival in Japan. Now comes word that four more heavy hitters have signed on to play.

Deftones Post 'Koi No Yokan' Album Artwork + Discuss Musical Dynamics

Chad Childers — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 19:03:37 +0000

Deftones are inching closer to a new album, and have now revealed the artwork for their 'Koi No Yokan' collection (posted to the left). The visually intriguing cover, which they debuted at their website and Facebook pages, appears to be mirrored sections of a dark room, with only a dulled green entryway and glowing orange floor lights reflecting back.

Ivan Moody Talks About A New FFDP Album, Deftones Side Project Releasing An Album — Angel's Rock Report

Angel — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:38:49 +0000

Five Finger Death Punch frontman Ivan Moody says he doesn't want to put a date on when the band will deliver another album. He says he's "honestly, at this point, unsure. It's when it comes and when it comes naturally."

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Trivium, Deftones + More Added to Heavy MTL and Heavy T.O. Festivals

Chad Bowar — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:35:55 +0000

Eight new bands have been added to the lineups for the Canadian Heavy MTL and Heavy T.O. festivals in August. Deftones, Dethklok, Voivod, Sword, Trivium, Emmure, Diemonds and Dance Laury Dance will perform at the shows in Toronto and Montreal.

Deftones To Begin Recording in July

Mary Ouellette — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 20:32:22 +0000

Deftones recently wrapped up pre-production on their seventh studio album and have set a date of July 9 to enter the studio for the new recording. The disc will be the follow-up to their 2010 release ‘Diamond Eyes.’ Frontman Chino Moreno recently offered up some insight on the direction of new music, saying, “I know [...]

Vidiot: Deftones "Bored"

KC — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:05:42 +0000

It is good news today for all of us Deftones fans. Chi Cheng is starting to show signs of recovery after over 3 years in a coma. It you remember back to 2008, Chi (Deftone Bassist) was involved in a car accident that resulted in him slipping into a deep coma. Today he is seems [...]

Deftones Bassist Chi Cheng Showing Improvement After Three Year Coma

Tree Riddle — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:36:05 +0000

Deftones bassist Chi Cheng has spent nearly three and a half years in an unconscious or semi-conscious state after a tragic car accident. Recent reports say that Cheng is responsive to commands and that he may be emerging from his coma.

Vidiot: Deftones "You've Seen The Butcher"

KC — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:00:33 +0000

Angel and I both agree that this video is one of the hottest to come out of 2011. As morbid as it may sound. The hottest part of the following video is the library full of chicks in their underwear, dancing around as the ceiling rains blood….. I KNOW! WE NEED COUNSELING. I do have [...]

Angel's Rock Report–Rancid, Deftones, Puscifer [AUDIO]

Angel — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:39:11 +0000

Rancid singer-guitarist Tim Armstrong will launch an online series October 21st on Vevo. Tim Timebomb's Rock N' Roll Theater will feature Armstrong as "today's punk rock Rod Serling, leading and narrating suspenseful episodes with a variety of special guest actors and musicians." The first episode, called "Dante," will feature AFI front

Deftones Announce Seattle [Concert Info]

Angel — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 13:40:00 +0000

Looks like we’re getting yet another chance to see Chino and the boys. Which is good, great even, cuz me n Strip Club KC can’t seem to get our shiz together long enough to put our asses in the car and get out to see these guys. We even missed ‘em at the Spokane show! [...]