Adrenaline

Adrenaline is the debut studio album by Deftones, released October 3, 1995 on Maverick Records (Maverick / Warner Bros.). This CD edition is associated with EAN 0093624605423 and lists 11 tracks including "Bored", "Engine" and "7 Words".

Production credits include Terry Date with additional production by Ross Robinson; the CD runtime is listed as 2823 seconds (~47 minutes). The release was supported by singles and music videos for tracks such as "Bored" and "7 Words".

Pros:

• Notable debut that established Deftones' early alternative/nu-metal sound and contains several enduring tracks from the band's catalogue.
• Produced by recognized scene producers (Terry Date; additional work by Ross Robinson), contributing to a raw, energetic sound.
• Concise 11-track running order with standout singles that received promotional videos.

Cons:

• Raw, stripped production and 1990s nu-metal/post-grunge styling may feel dated compared with the band's later, more polished releases.
• Some listeners note a rougher mix and production as characteristic of an early-career release rather than a studio-refined album.