I've always been a fan of Deftones. I was impressed with this CD as I am with all of their CD's.
I see you're all talking about, its a hands down great song. I agree it seems a little out of place, but its still an awesome song nonetheless. I also agree that it stands for a reason and it does indeed stand out in a good way.
Originally posted by Alpha Centauri
I don't think it's anywhere close to being a bad song, on any other album it wouldn't seem as bad, but it's because it stands out in relation to the other songs.Cine didn't think it fitted for the worst, I think it stands out in a good way. Chino has hardly ever made sense with his lyrics anyway, has he?
-AC
I found it to be a song that could've been great but failed. There was some interesting atmosphere at the start, but I kept waiting for a payoff that I get in pretty much all Deftones songs and never got one. It never did anything for me.
For those in the U.S. that are having a hard time nabbing tickets for the show, you may have not been made aware of the Camel cigarettes promotion they're running. For example, the day that Deftones announced they'll be playing First Ave in Minneapolis, the tickets sold out. I thought to myself that selling 1,500 for a moderately mainstream band was impossible, and it was. First Ave. was alloted 450 tickets to sell, because Camel bought 1,000 for their promotion. A promotion nobody even knew existed, as it was hardly advetised.
Long story short, call 1-866-988-8800, which is the Camel Ticket hotline, and enter the first 3 letters of the city where they're scheduled to play, then they'll provide you the locations as to where you can pick up complimentary tickets, two per person, for the show. 2 hours a night..different locations..and variable days is what I have gathered. Also, the night of the venue, it's first come first serve so get your ass there early. This, being the Glassjaw reunion in addition, it'll fill up fast.
I got mine, and no, you don't have to prove you smoke Camels, much less smoke period. Just find the reps, and ask.
droolio
Deftones show this evening was FANTASTIC. They actually played for an hour and 45 minutes, and the setlist spanned their entire catalogue. Glassjaw were actually quite good live as well. "Natural Born Farmer" off of their new album was solid, definately piqued my interest in their new material.
Anywho, I asked my buddy and my girl to wait for a few to see if I could nab Chino after the show, Lo and behold, about 30 minutes afterwards, I spotted him walked to the RV. So, I was the first to cross the street and I obviously drew attention, and so a mob followed. At first he signed a couple of things for others, then said "G'night, guys" and headed towards the bus with a roadie. I said outloud "You got time for one picture?", and he actually stopped, turned around and said "Yeah!" So, I got up by him as he signed a couple more pieces and he asked if I was ready. I said "I've been down with you guys for 11 years", to which he said "Cool!". Took the pic, I thanked him and he actually thanked ME, which was refreshing.
Cool guy, consummate performer, and a great showman.
Originally posted by Ya Krunk'd Floo
Audioslave like drums, and they make music with guitars. Also, there is singing.
Originally posted by Ya Krunk'd Floo
The Smiths liked drums, and they used to make music with guitars. Also, there was singing.
Originally posted by Ya Krunk'd Floo
The Beatles liked drums, and they used to make music with guitars. Also, there was singing.
Originally posted by Ya Krunk'd Floo
Jeff Buckley liked drums, and he used to make music with guitars. Also, there was singing.
Accurate.
Originally posted by Alpha Centauri
Chino is actually taller than another human, quite impressive.Did they play Combat by any chance, Cine?
-AC
I'm 5'11, so he's got to be closer to 6'1 or 6'2. He's not as big as everyone teases him, either. But those ribbed tube socks and saggy shorts don't do much to help his appearance.
No Combat last night, however they did play Passenger, which was both bold and unexpected, IMO. Chino actually pulled it off really well. It's just the long screams that gave him trouble last night, like the choruses in Digital Bath (I feel like more), which I still geeked out over.
This is very cool, an acoustic salsa version of Knife Party. Chino loses it a bit at the end but it's impressive nonetheless. I love the way each band member forms an integral part of the performance, while Frank just sits in the middle forlornly shaking his maraca.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y56CC7KKRzs&mode=related&search=
Originally posted by Deathblow
I think I'm sufficiently over the new album novelty value to decide on my personal favorites off of SNW now. Still tough to pick though, and none of my friends have the same favorite as mine so I'd be interested to hear you guys' opinions.Kimdracula
Mein
Riviere
Cherry Waves
Hole In The Earth
Same picks as me, track for track.
I told my girlfriend just the other day that I have yet to be disappointed in an album by them, personally. I was at the pawn shop the other day and found "White Pony" for $3 and listened to it literally for hours on end. Hard to believe it's 7 years old now, and still just as fresh as the day I bought it originally.