We are starting the year off proper, deep-diving into the 1997 masterpiece ‘Around the Fur’ by
@deftones
‘Around the Fur’, represents a pivotal moment in Deftones’ discography, refining the raw aggression of Adrenaline (1994) into a more expansive and emotionally charged sound. The album is defined by its dense, layered guitar tones, dynamic rhythmic shifts, and Chino Moreno’s wide vocal range. Deftones emphasized atmosphere and texture, allowing dissonance, ambience, and rhythmic space to play as crucial a role as distortion. This approach distinguished the band from many contemporaries in the late-1990s metal landscape and gave the record a sense of depth and nuance uncommon in the genre at the time.
Recorded under demanding and often volatile conditions, Around the Fur captures a sense of urgency and emotional tension that became central to its identity. That intensity translated into an album that not only expanded Deftones’ audience but also reshaped expectations for heavy music, demonstrating that aggression could coexist with vulnerability, melody, and introspection. Its long-term impact is evident in its continued influence, and remains widely regarded as a foundational release that helped redefine the boundaries of heavy rock in the late 1990s. We will be listening to the album in it’s entirety front-to-back on our Hi-Fi Sound System at the peak of the evening.
This will be paired alongside an all-vinyl DJ set by C-Minus (
@cminusfan4 ). Touring DJ for Deftones, Korn, & Foo Fighters to name a few. Certified member of the legendary Fantasik 4our DJ crew & as well known as the distinctive rock/hip-hop radio host at Power 106 at it’s prime in the 2000’s & currently The Dr. Greenthumb Show with
@breal of Cypress Hill.
Closing out the night with a live-set by
@suenos.ca . An alternative shoegaze/post-punk band formed in the Inland Empire in 2021, currently signed to
@neonbloodbath . Their sound combines dreamy melodies & heavy rhythms. A perfect way to end the evening.
Each ticket includes an Album-Inspired Cocktail presented by
@doloreslbc
$15. Link in Bio.
21+
Flyer Design by
@isaaknavarro 
