What makes Adrenaline by Deftones notable?

'Adrenaline' is significant for its role in defining the nu-metal genre alongside bands like Korn and Limp Bizkit. Although it received mixed reviews initially, it has since been recognized for its innovative sound and has influenced countless artists within the genre. Released on October 3, 1995, 'Adrenaline' was Deftones' debut album, emerging during the burgeoning nu-metal scene. The band was still relatively unknown, but this album would lay the groundwork for their unique sound that combined heavy metal with alternative influences, setting the stage for future releases.

Who is Adrenaline for?

Adrenaline works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and layered, dense sonic textures.

How many songs are on Adrenaline?

Adrenaline has 11 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Adrenaline

Deftones · 1995

47 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal

A raw sonic explosion blending heavy riffs with atmospheric melodies and introspective lyrics.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long, immersive listening sessions
layered, dense sonic textures
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on October 3, 1995, 'Adrenaline' was Deftones' debut album, emerging during the burgeoning nu-metal scene. The band was still relatively unknown, but this album would lay the groundwork for their unique sound that combined heavy metal with alternative influences, setting the stage for future releases.
Stylistic neighbors: Glassjaw· System of a Down· A Perfect Circle