Deftones Debut New Album Songs, Tribute Brent Hinds in Vancouver

Deftones have been experiencing a resurgence with their tenth studio album, private music, which has garnered significant attention fueled by TikTok, Gen-Z support, and Y2K nostalgia. The band kicked off their North American tour at Vancouver’s Rogers Arena on August 22, where they debuted live several tracks from the new album, including “my mind is a mountain,” “milk of the madonna,” and “infinite source,” following a prior livestreamed performance. During the concert, frontman Chino Moreno dedicated the song “Entombed” to the late Mastodon guitarist Brent Hinds, who tragically died in a motorcycle accident, highlighting the close bonds within the metal community. The setlist featured a blend of new and classic Deftones tracks, illustrating the band’s continued evolution and influence in alternative metal. Critics, including NME, have praised private music as a career high, noting its powerful combination of beauty and brutality. Deftones plan to support the album with extensive touring, including festivals and their annual Dia De Los Deftones event.