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Deftones sits in the atmospheric heavy music lane, with a sound anchored in alternative metal, shoegaze metal, nu metal and a strong footprint across the United States market. Start with the profile context below, then use the recommendation cards to branch into artists who share overlapping fanbases and listening habits.

Deftones is an American alternative metal band formed in Sacramento, California, in 1988. The band was founded by vocalist Chino Moreno, guitarist Stephen Carpenter and drummer Abe Cunningham. Bassist Chi Cheng and keyboardist and turntablist Frank Delgado joined in 1990 and 1999, respectively. After establishing its lineup in 1994, Deftones signed a recording contract with Maverick Records and released its debut album, "Adrenaline", in 1995. Extensive touring and word-of-mouth promotion helped the band build a dedicated fan base.