Deftones - Diamond Eyes

duga · 05-04-2010, 03:04 PM

Deftones - Diamond Eyes (2010)

Out of all the bands lumped in with the "nu metal" tag, Deftones are the guys I am still fiercely loyal to. They were always the most creative, and unafraid to try different things with their music. So, of course when their new album came out, I had to give it a listen.

Their music becomes more and more polished (that doesn't mean less heavy) with every release. Their last album, "Saturday Night Wrist", had some moments, but was generally a weak album compared to their others (namely "Around the Fur" and "White Pony"). I was expecting a return to form with this album, and though I find it to be stronger than the last, I'm feeling like there is something missing. Just something. And then I remember. Poor old Chi Cheng is in a coma! That guy adds more to the music than I previously gave him credit for. Instead we are left with some guy named Sergio Vega from some band called Quicksand.

They are definitely mining a refined "Around the Fur" vibe here. The hope that they can top "White Pony" at this point seems futile. But, it is still enjoyable. All of the songs are pretty solid, decently heavy, and subtly addictive. For some reason, I find "You've Seen the Butcher" really really addictive. I just wish Stephen Carpenter would move past his chugging power chord riffs. I know the guy can get creative when he tries, but he just refuses to develop. His riffs aren't bad, it's just I'm left feeling that I've heard this riff before.

For the sake of discussion, I'm not going to give this album a score. Just know that if you've heard their single "Rocket Skates", I actually find it to be one of the weakest tracks on the album. My favorites are the previously mentioned "You've Seen the Butcher", "Sextape" (nice and chill...something the Deftones should think about exploring more), and the title track. Give it a listen and let us know what you think!

Actually, now that I think about it...when a mod sees this can we get a poll for Excellent/Good/Average/Poor/Stay the hell away? Thanks!

Freebase Dali · 05-07-2010, 12:48 AM

omg... I didn't even know it was out.
And I'm a Deftones fan. *cries*

What the hell.. I feel estranged from humanity.
I'll get it asap.

duga · 05-07-2010, 01:46 PM

Oh god damn it....I posted in the wrong damn section.

http://www.musicbanter.com/album-rev...es-2010-a.html

I had that up a few days ago and was a little bit sad no one commented on it.

Freebase Dali · 05-07-2010, 03:44 PM

After having listened to Diamond Eyes today I must say... I'm very impressed. This album beats the hell out of Saturday Night Wrist in so many ways and I'm sure the more I listen to it, Diamond Eyes is going to edge near the top of my favorite Deftones albums.

There's literally only one song I didn't like right off the bat, and I only gave the album a once-through... After I give it a couple more listens, I'll have a more definite opinion but as it stands, this album both surprised and amazed me and although I don't know what Eros sounded like, it's obvious that their decision to rewrite the 6th album was a good one.

I'm definitely going out and buying the physical album.

Laurent Quinn Proper · 05-08-2010, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Freebase Dali

After having listened to Diamond Eyes today I must say... I'm very impressed. This album beats the hell out of Saturday Night Wrist in so many ways and I'm sure the more I listen to it, Diamond Eyes is going to edge near the top of my favorite Deftones albums.

There's literally only one song I didn't like right off the bat, and I only gave the album a once-through... After I give it a couple more listens, I'll have a more definite opinion but as it stands, this album both surprised and amazed me and although I don't know what Eros sounded like, it's obvious that their decision to rewrite the 6th album was a good one.

I'm definitely going out and buying the physical album.

I heard said song on the radio yesterday night and was pretty impressed. Deftones are a tough band for me to get into but having heard Diamond Eyes, I will certainly give the album a proper listen. Hopefully opening the door to their previous albums, which I've heard I am missing out now... if only I could get into them.

Freebase Dali · 05-08-2010, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Laurent Quinn Proper

I heard said song on the radio yesterday night and was pretty impressed. Deftones are a tough band for me to get into but having heard Diamond Eyes, I will certainly give the album a proper listen. Hopefully opening the door to their previous albums, which I've heard I am missing out now... if only I could get into them.

Yea the song itself is good... the album itself is what's impressive.
I wasn't expecting as much due to the last album.

sidewinder · 05-07-2010, 08:51 PM

I gotta pick this up! Been anxiously awaiting it but haven't decided whether I want to buy it or download it first. Can't do the later till my computer's back in order...but I can't wait to hear this. Might just go buy the CD this weekend, I own all the others why stop now?

Freebase Dali · 05-07-2010, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by sidewinder

I gotta pick this up! Been anxiously awaiting it but haven't decided whether I want to buy it or download it first. Can't do the later till my computer's back in order...but I can't wait to hear this. Might just go buy the CD this weekend, I own all the others why stop now?

Dude... just go and buy it.
I own all the others as well and I tell you what, you're going to do it anyway. Might as well smell that nice new album smell when you open the packaging and read the jacket with total anticipation.
I sorta wish I did that now.

I still need to pick up the physical album. I had to burn a RW in the interim so I could listen in my car without having to use my USB drive.

sidewinder · 05-07-2010, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by duga

Just know that if you've heard their single "Rocket Skates", I actually find it to be one of the weakest tracks on the album.

That's good to hear. I like the song alright but it's not amazing or anything, so I look forward to hearing better tracks on this album.

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Originally Posted by duga

[CENTER]Instead we are left with some guy named Sergio Vega from some band called Quicksand.

I didn't know he was the temporary (or permanent?) replacement. I like Quicksand.

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Originally Posted by duga

(nice and chill...something the Deftones should think about exploring more)

I assume you're heard Team Sleep?

duga · 05-07-2010, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by sidewinder

I assume you're heard Team Sleep?

I have and I really enjoy Team Sleep. If they could add more of those elements while keeping a hard edge, they could have another White Pony on their hands.

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05-04-2010, 03:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
duga MB quadrant's JM Vincent Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 3,762	Deftones - Diamond Eyes (2010) Deftones - Diamond Eyes (2010) Out of all the bands lumped in with the "nu metal" tag, Deftones are the guys I am still fiercely loyal to. They were always the most creative, and unafraid to try different things with their music. So, of course when their new album came out, I had to give it a listen. Their music becomes more and more polished (that doesn't mean less heavy) with every release. Their last album, "Saturday Night Wrist", had some moments, but was generally a weak album compared to their others (namely "Around the Fur" and "White Pony"). I was expecting a return to form with this album, and though I find it to be stronger than the last, I'm feeling like there is something missing. Just something. And then I remember. Poor old Chi Cheng is in a coma! That guy adds more to the music than I previously gave him credit for. Instead we are left with some guy named Sergio Vega from some band called Quicksand. They are definitely mining a refined "Around the Fur" vibe here. The hope that they can top "White Pony" at this point seems futile. But, it is still enjoyable. All of the songs are pretty solid, decently heavy, and subtly addictive. For some reason, I find "You've Seen the Butcher" really really addictive. I just wish Stephen Carpenter would move past his chugging power chord riffs. I know the guy can get creative when he tries, but he just refuses to develop. His riffs aren't bad, it's just I'm left feeling that I've heard this riff before. For the sake of discussion, I'm not going to give this album a score. Just know that if you've heard their single "Rocket Skates", I actually find it to be one of the weakest tracks on the album. My favorites are the previously mentioned "You've Seen the Butcher", "Sextape" (nice and chill...something the Deftones should think about exploring more), and the title track. Give it a listen and let us know what you think! Actually, now that I think about it...when a mod sees this can we get a poll for Excellent/Good/Average/Poor/Stay the hell away? Thanks! __________________ Confusion will be my epitaph...

05-07-2010, 01:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
duga MB quadrant's JM Vincent Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 3,762	Oh god damn it....I posted in the wrong damn section. http://www.musicbanter.com/album-rev...es-2010-a.html I had that up a few days ago and was a little bit sad no one commented on it. __________________ Confusion will be my epitaph...

05-07-2010, 08:51 PM	#7 (permalink)
sidewinder Engorged Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 5,536	I gotta pick this up! Been anxiously awaiting it but haven't decided whether I want to buy it or download it first. Can't do the later till my computer's back in order...but I can't wait to hear this. Might just go buy the CD this weekend, I own all the others why stop now? __________________ last.fm \| my collection on RYM \| vinyl instagram @allthatyouseeandhear I'd love to see your signature/links too, but the huge and obnoxious ones have caused me to block all signatures.

05-07-2010, 12:48 AM	#2 (permalink)
Freebase Dali Partying on the inside Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 5,584	omg... I didn't even know it was out. And I'm a Deftones fan. cries What the hell.. I feel estranged from humanity. I'll get it asap.

05-07-2010, 03:44 PM	#4 (permalink)
Freebase Dali Partying on the inside Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 5,584	After having listened to Diamond Eyes today I must say... I'm very impressed. This album beats the hell out of Saturday Night Wrist in so many ways and I'm sure the more I listen to it, Diamond Eyes is going to edge near the top of my favorite Deftones albums. There's literally only one song I didn't like right off the bat, and I only gave the album a once-through... After I give it a couple more listens, I'll have a more definite opinion but as it stands, this album both surprised and amazed me and although I don't know what Eros sounded like, it's obvious that their decision to rewrite the 6th album was a good one. I'm definitely going out and buying the physical album.