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Since 1994, Deftones have been a powerfully influential force on a multitude of artists and genres that have risen in their wake. The incredible combination of driving instrumentation and sweeping lyricism, which Time magazine has hailed as "furiously intelligent," is a favorite of punk, hardcore, emo, metal and hip-hop fans alike. By fearlessly wearing some of the most un-metal influences on their sleeves, including D.C. hardcore and shoegazer indie rock, Chino, Chi and the rest of the ‘Tones boys have created something that represents the endless possibilities metal has to offer—an amalgam of beauty and brutality.
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Since 1994, Deftones have been a powerfully influential force on a multitude of artists and genres that have risen in their wake. The incredible combination of driving instrumentation and sweeping lyricism, which Time magazine has hailed as furiously intelligent, is a favorite of punk, hardcore, emo, metal and hip-hop fans alike. By fearlessly wearing some of the most un-metal influences on their sleeves, including D.C. hardcore and shoegazer indie rock, Chino, Chi and the rest of the Tones boys have created something that represents the endless possibilities metal has to offer an amalgam of beauty and brutality.
The rage and haunting beauty that is at the core of Deftones sound has been translated into percussive and sweeping arrangements for viola, violin and cello. Melodic numbers like Change (In the House of Flies) and Be Quiet and Drive (Far Away) are taken to an unmatched, ethereal peak, while bruisers like Teething and Engine No. 9 are stripped down to their staccato essence. There has never been a tribute like this to Deftones. This album doesn't rearrange what makes these songs great, so much as it emphasizes their very nexus.
The rage and haunting beauty that is at the core of Deftones sound has been translated into percussive and sweeping arrangements for viola, violin and cello. Melodic numbers like Change (In the House of Flies) and Be Quiet and Drive (Far Away) are taken to an unmatched, ethereal peak, while bruisers like Teething and Engine No. 9 are stripped down to their staccato essence. There has never been a tribute like this to Deftones. This album doesn't rearrange what makes these songs great, so much as it emphasizes their very nexus.
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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Deftones done beautifully,
By Jon Hughes "wakeupjon" (California, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The String Quartet Tribute to Deftones (Audio CD)
I've had this CD for a while now, but haven't come across one single review of it anywhere - so here goes!
Deftones is a band of many sounds - heavy, melodic, soft, aggressive, but somehow manage to come out on top as one of the most imaginary bands in the music industry, always pushing the limits of originality. With this string quartet tribute to them, you're able to see just how beautiful they are with a different light shed on them. Whether it's a softer version of "RX Queen" or an intense rendition of "Engine No.9," the album never loses sight of the sheer beautiful surrounding Deftones, but yet magnifies it with string quartet instruments. If you'd like to introduce Deftones to a friend or family member that isn't too keen on their screamy vocals, you might want to use this as a gateway drug.
4.0 out of 5 stars
One of the best "String Tributes",
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This review is from: The String Quartet Tribute to Deftones (Audio CD)
I have heard quite a few of these "String Tribute" type CDs and this is easily one of the best. This is a very stripped-back recording and hearing the woodiest-sounding cello belt through some Deftones tunes was a revelation, and made me drag out my copy of White Pony again and appreciate it on a whole new level.
I don't play classical instruments so can't comment on the musicianship, but the arrangements here convey the "quartet" feel successfully and make for a very moody, dark, furious album. I rate it highly in its own right.
0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
decent,
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This review is from: The String Quartet Tribute to Deftones (Audio CD)
the playing on this isn't 100% great,but it's still cool to hear 'tones tunes on strangz.wish i could find the slayer one used.
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