After around three years of waiting, we finally have a new release from the Deftones, and it was well worth the wait. The White Pony is more sublime and well written than previous albums. Even though there are a few heavier tracks, the album as a whole is thoughtful and subdued.

It is obvious that real thought has gone into the creation of the album as a whole. Unlike other albums, even the Enhanced CD section seems to have been done well and doesn't seem to be any better than the album itself.

For anyone who wants a hard rock album that doesn't reek of the dirty testosterone of Kid Rock or Korn, quickly snatch this album up. It's finally refreshing to hear an album not dripping with pimp-isms and overbearing anger at everyone.

- - Vane