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Orion Music Festival Day 2 Photo Recap: Metallica, Deftones, Dillinger Escape Plan + More

Loudwire Staff — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 21:02:51 +0000

Following an exciting Day 1 in which Metallica played their 1983 debut album ‘Kill ‘Em All’ during a surprise set under the name ‘dehaan,’ Day 2 of the Orion Music + More Festival on Sunday (June 9) at Belle Isle in Detroit featured more stellar performances. Of course, the highlight of Day 2 was the [...]

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 [...]

Deftones Tribute to the Passing of Chris Kelly from Kriss Kross

Steve King — Thu, 02 May 2013 19:48:56 +0000

Remember Kriss Kross? Those rapping kids from the 90s who wore their clothes backwards and had everyone “jumping” with their song? The Deftones do. As a matter of fact, the group threw a little metal into Kriss Kross’ hit “Jump” with “Engine #9″ last night.

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' Chi Cheng Dies: Rockers Pay Tribute

Chad Childers — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 05:13:23 +0000

The music world has lost one of its most talented performers as Deftones bassist Chi Cheng sadly passed away Saturday (April 13) at the age of 42. Cheng had been in a coma following a serious auto accident in 2008 and had been in a semi-conscious state for periods ever since.

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 [...]

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.

A Dozen Kick Ass Rock Songs For Valentine's Day [VIDEOS]

Puff — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:37:03 +0000

When most people think of Valentine's Day, they think of flowers and chocolates and cheesy poems and all that sorts of mushy crap that no real man ever wants to be a part of. But being nice to your lady is part of the game. Just because you want to be sweet, does mean you have to give up your man card.

Here are some tunes that will show your lady how you really feel without making you feel like a puss.

Listen to the New Deftones Album 'Koi No Yokan' Before It Hits Stores

Puff — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 17:32:12 +0000

The Deftones are easily in my top 5 favorite bands of all time. Easily. And I for one am super stoked for their new album, 'Koi No Yokan'. The first two singles 'Leathers' and 'The Tempest' are just classic Deftones - soft and fuzzy melodies building to a bludgeoning breaking point where you just want to tear sh*t up while getting stoned. You gotta love them. Now, we can enjoy the new album, in it's entirety, for FREE!

Staind v Deftones – 99X CockFight

Puff — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:47:22 +0000

The Deftones have been on a tear, kicking everybody's ass the past few nights. But tonight, they go head to head with another hard rock heavy weight, Staind! Who wins this battle is all up to you. Get your votes in after the jump.

All Hail The Yeti v Deftones – 99X CockFight

Puff — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:43:53 +0000

The Deftones have been kicking ass and taking names winning 3 CockFights in a row. Tonight, they continue their quest for Rock and Roll supremacy when they defend their title against All Hail The Yeti (they get my vote because on name alone). Who wins this battle is all up to you. Get your votes in after the jump.

Tracer v the Deftones – 99X CockFight

Puff — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 17:00:11 +0000

In tonight's CockFight, we have the legendary Deftones defending their title for the first time against a relatively new band, Tracer. If you don't know Tracer, you should even if they can't pull off the upset. You can find out all you need to know about them here. So, who wins it? You tell me. Get your votes in after the jump.

Deftones v Lamb of God – 99X CockFight

Puff — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 17:00:01 +0000

Last night's battle was a close one, but Lamb of God came out on top to become our new CockFight champion. Tonight, they better be prepared to come out swinging because they are defending their title against another legendary hard rock band, the Deftones! (And remember both bands will be playing in Dallas at the Palladium. Deftones on Nov. 14th & LOG on Dec. 6th with Hellyeah ) Who wins this epic battle is all up to you, get your votes in after the jump.

Deftones Have New Album and Fall Tour Coming Soon

Puff — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:56:20 +0000

The Deftones have been quiet for the past couple years, but things are finally starting to pick up for the legendary hard rock band. Not only do they have a new album, Koi No Yokan coming out on November 13th (you can score a preview song of that album, 'Leathers', here), but they are also about to hit the road for a quick fall tour including a stop in Dallas!

Deftones Say Recently Debuted Tracks Don't Best Represent New Album

Chad Childers — Sat, 11 Aug 2012 20:00:45 +0000

Deftones fans recently had reason to get excited, as the band debuted a pair of new tracks in Los Angeles in anticipation of their forthcoming record. However, singer Chino Moreno says that people shouldn’t necessarily look to ‘Rosemary‘ an

Deftones Perform New Song 'Rosemary' Live in Los Angeles

Chad Childers — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 19:00:17 +0000

Deftones are getting the itch to play, having booked a gig on short notice at the Troubadour in Los Angeles and dropping by the Warner Bros. ski lodge headquarters, also in L.A., for a Friday performance. During the latter event, an audience member managed to record a fairly decent audio quality version of a new [...]

Deftones Bassist Chi Cheng Struggling With Pneumonia Again, But Slowly Improving

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 01:00:35 +0000

Our hearts go out to Deftones bassist Chi Cheng and his family, as yet another bout of pneumonia is keeping the musician in the hospital. Back in June, Cheng, who has been in a three-plus-year coma, was supposed to be sent home after battling pneumonia but now remains hospitalized with another bout with the illness.

Deftones Bassist Chi Cheng May Return Home From Hospital Imminently

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 19:56:07 +0000

Deftones bassist Chi Cheng, who has spent nearly four years in and out of hospitals in a comatose or semiconscious state stemming from a 2008 car crash, may be returning home imminently.

Deftones Eye October Release for Next Album

Chad Childers — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 02:00:25 +0000

Deftones have made quick work of their next record. The band, who enjoyed a boost with their ‘Diamond Eyes’ album, recently returned to the studio and has finished writing and recording their still-untitled follow-up. Singer Chino Moreno tells EW.com that having producer Nick Raskulinecz around really helped speed forward the process. He explains, “We adopted [...]