Released in 1997, Deftones’ second album ‘Around the Fur’ marked a decisive leap from underground momentum to international recognition. Expanding on the raw intensity of their debut, the record refined the band’s sound into something heavier, darker, and far more dynamic. Downtuned riffs lock into elastic, groove-driven rhythms, while producer Terry Date captured a sharp balance between aggression and clarity. At the center, Chino Moreno’s vocals moved fluidly between visceral screams and moments of fragile introspection, giving the album a volatile emotional core that set Deftones apart from their contemporaries.

Driven by defining tracks like “My Own Summer (Shove It)” and “Be Quiet and Drive (Far Away)”, ‘Around the Fur’ introduced a deeper sense of atmosphere without losing its physical impact. The album blurred lines between alternative metal, post-hardcore, and emerging nu-metal textures, yet resisted easy categorization. Its tension between melody and brutality helped reshape heavy music in the late ’90s, influencing countless bands that followed. More than just a breakthrough release, ‘Around the Fur’ established Deftones as innovators, laying the groundwork for their evolving sound and long-lasting cultural relevance.

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