Koi No Yokan
Deftones · 2012
51 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal
Melodic intensity and atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with heavy riffs and ethereal vocals, creating a haunting listening experience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and builds
- Context
- Released on November 12, 2012, 'Koi No Yokan' represents Deftones' seventh studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Diamond Eyes' from 2010. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their influence in alternative metal while exploring more atmospheric and melodic textures. The album showcases their maturity and artistic evolution after two decades in the music industry.
- If you like
- alternative metal, nu metal
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Koi No Yokan is an album by Deftones, released in 2012. Melodic intensity and atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with heavy riffs and ethereal vocals, creating a haunting listening experience. 'Koi No Yokan' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a successful continuation of Deftones' commercial presence. Critics praised its blend of heaviness and melody, with publications like Pitchfork highlighting its cohesive sound. The album further cemented Deftones' status as pioneers within the nu metal scene, influencing a new wave of artists seeking to balance aggression with ambient sound. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Koi No Yokan sound like?
Melodic intensity and atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with heavy riffs and ethereal vocals, creating a haunting listening experience. Rooted in alternative metal and nu metal. Start with "Swerve City".
Is Koi No Yokan a good place to start with Deftones?
Yes, Koi No Yokan is recommended as a starting point for new Deftones listeners. Melodic intensity and atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with heavy riffs and ethereal vocals, creating a haunting listening experience. Released on November 12, 2012, 'Koi No Yokan' represents Deftones' seventh studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Diamond Eyes' from 2010. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their influence in alternative metal while exploring more atmospheric and melodic textures. The album showcases their maturity and artistic evolution after two decades in the music industry.
Who is Koi No Yokan for?
Koi No Yokan works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and builds.
How many songs are on Koi No Yokan?
Koi No Yokan has 11 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Swerve City.
- 1 Swerve City Start here 2:44
- 2 Romantic Dreams 4:38
- 3 Leathers Standout 4:08
- 4 Poltergeist 3:31
- 5 Entombed 4:59
- 6 Graphic Nature 4:31
- 7 Tempest Standout 6:05
- 8 Gauze 4:41
- 9 Rosemary Standout 6:53
- 10 Goon Squad 5:40
- 11 What Happened to You? 3:53
Release Date
November 12, 2012
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
51 min 43 sec
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