Deftones' 1997 album Around the Fur, released on Maverick, marked a significant step in their evolution, building upon their debut with a more refined yet equally intense sonic palette. The album is notable for its raw energy and the band's willingness to explore darker, more melodic territories, distinguishing them within the burgeoning nu metal landscape.
- The album was produced by Terry Date, who also helmed their debut, Adrenaline.
- It features the band's first charting single, "My Own Summer (Shove It)."
- Around the Fur peaked at number 29 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart.
Deftones are a nu metal band from Sacramento, California, known for their blend of heavy riffs and atmospheric soundscapes. Around the Fur was their second studio album, released at a time when the band was solidifying their distinctive sound and gaining wider recognition in the alternative metal scene.
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