Deftones quizzes
Deftones, the influential alternative metal band from Sacramento, blends heavy riffs with ethereal melodies to create a signature sound that redefined modern rock. Frontman Chino Moreno’s haunting vocals and the band’s dynamic songwriting make Deftones a staple for fans of experimental metal and post-hardcore.
Did You Know?
Deftones formed in Sacramento, California in 1988, making the band one of the longest-running acts from the 1990s alternative/nu-metal wave
Practice Questions
Q:When and where did Deftones form?
A:Formed in 1988 in Sacramento, California.
Deftones began as high-school friends experimenting with heavy music in Sacramento. Their local scene and DIY approach shaped their early sound, leading to regional shows and eventual major-label attention in the 1990s.
Q:Who were the founding members and who is in the current lineup?
A:Founders: Chino, Stephen, Abe, Dominic; current includes Frank Delgado.
Original quartet expanded when Frank Delgado became an official member. The band’s lineup has been stable aside from drummer changes, with Chino Moreno and Stephen Carpenter remaining central to creative direction.
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