The renowned alt-metal band DEFTONES has released a video recap showcasing highlights from their 2024 'Dia De Los Deftones' music festival. The event, which took place on November 2, 2024, at Petco Park in San Diego, marked another successful year for the band's curated festival experience.
This year's lineup featured an eclectic mix of artists, including IDLES, SUNNY DAY REAL ESTATE (who performed their album "Diary" in its entirety), HEALTH, PARIS TEXAS, DUSTER, GEL, and QENDRESA. The diverse roster reflected DEFTONES' commitment to creating a well-rounded musical experience for attendees.
DEFTONES' own performance at the festival was a treat for long-time fans, as the band's 20-song set included several rarely played tracks. "Lhabia," "Beauty School," and "Hexagram" made their first appearances in the band's live shows since 2018. In a special moment, DEFTONES also debuted their live cover of JAPAN's "Ghosts," adding an extra layer of excitement to their performance.
The festival, which began in 2018 but faced a hiatus due to the global pandemic, has quickly become a staple event for alternative music fans. DEFTONES frontman Chino Moreno previously described the festival concept as akin to creating a live mixtape, bringing together various artists in a single setting to create a unique live experience.
As DEFTONES continues to push boundaries with their music and live performances, fans can look forward to new material from the band. The group recently announced the completion of recording for their upcoming studio album, promising fresh sounds on the horizon.
The video recap serves as a testament to the success of 'Dia De Los Deftones' and its growth as a platform for diverse musical expression. As the festival continues to evolve, it solidifies DEFTONES' position not just as performers, but as curators of a distinctive musical experience.