The lineup remained stable for fifteen years, with the exception of keyboardist and turntablist Frank Delgado being added in 1999. During their first five years, the band’s lineup changed several times, but stabilized in 1993 when Cunningham rejoined after his departure in 1990 by this time, Chi Cheng was the bassist. It was formed by Chino Moreno (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Stephen Carpenter (lead guitar), Abe Cunningham (drums), and Dominic Garcia (bass). Brutal beauty abounds.', 4 stars out of 5 - 'Here, the lighter elements seem more optimistic and anthemic than ever, while the darker sentiments seem even more opaque.', 'The first third feels like primal-scream therapy, with frontman Chino Moreno howling himself even rawer than usual.Deftones is an American alternative metal band formed in Sacramento, California in 1988.

IT's a sexual, sinewy beast, full of throttle, thrust and murderous menace.', 'The set is full of the Deftones' usual energy and showcases singer Chino Moreno's knack for alternating between screams and sweet vocal delivery over heavy, complex guitar work.', 3 stars out of 5 - 'The most satisfying Deftones album in a decade, welding their patented post-hardcore crunch with their noted love of twisted, Cure-styled melody.', 3 stars out of 5 - 'The lyrics go for cathartic images set to chopping riffage, whirlpool distortion and dark, soaring melodies.', Ranked #6 in Alternative Press's '10 Essential Albums of 2010' - 'Deftones sculpted DIAMOND EYES out of the frustration and anger they were experiencing - and we're all better for it.', 3.5 stars out of 5 - 'Blissed-out and surreal, featuring queasy slides between loud and soft, it's a work of patient design and bloody fantasy. 'DIAMOND EYES is a remarkable achievement and an instant Deftones classic.

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