Deftones – Saturday Night Wrist - LP

Deftones – Saturday Night Wrist

Label:    Maverick – 093624955849
Format:    Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Repress
Country:    US
Released:    2024
Genre:    Rock
Style:    Alternative Rock, Hard Rock, Nu Metal

Album Review: Saturday Night Wrist by Deftones

Released in 2006, Saturday Night Wrist stands as one of Deftones' most personal and experimental works. It blends raw emotional intensity with atmospheric textures, pushing beyond the boundaries of their traditional nu-metal sound. The album reflects the band’s internal struggles during its creation while maintaining a sense of artistic maturity and complexity.

Tracks like “Hole in the Earth” and “Beware” showcase their ability to balance melancholic melodies with crushing energy, while “Cherry Waves” and “Rivière” deliver ethereal, dreamlike moments. Chino Moreno’s emotionally charged vocals perfectly complement the fusion of heavy riffs, subtle electronic elements, and fragile, introspective lyrics.

Though the production reflects a turbulent period for the band, the result is hypnotic and honest. Saturday Night Wrist is a captivating record that marries chaos and beauty, making it a pivotal moment in Deftones' discography.