Rating: NNN
Probably the only band to emerge from the insipid nu metal 90s with any trace of cred, the Deftones have always led their pack. On B-Sides, a collection of previously unreleased material and covers, they continue to prove their versatility. Taking on the likes of Skynyrd, the Cocteau Twins and the Cure ain’t easy for a band used to chugging guitars and screaming, but they pull it off well enough, with some gorgeous Sade and Smiths covers to boot, though some of their unreleased tracks are forgettable. Factor in a bonus DVD with all their (mostly visually entertaining) videos and some extra footage and Deftones fans should be thrilled.