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Chino Moreno's Palms: A Spiritual Journey, Not Metal
2 Oct
Summary
- Palms collaboration blends Deftones' Chino Moreno with Isis members.
- The project is labeled 'dream metal' but offers a spiritual journey.
- Critics note a chillwave influence in Moreno's lyrical themes.
The musical project Palms unites Chino Moreno, the vocalist of Deftones, with three core members of the band Isis: Aaron Harris, Cliff Meyer, and Jeff Caxide. This collaboration has been described as "dream metal," though the music itself emphasizes a spiritual and atmospheric journey over heavy, physical rock.
Initially seeming like a natural convergence given Isis's later work and Deftones' progressive soundscapes, Palms represents a sensible pairing. The project offers a significant profile boost for the Isis members and a chance for Moreno to explore sonic territories potentially misunderstood by his main band's audience.
However, the "metal" aspect of the "dream metal" label appears to be a reputation-driven tag. Palms' music is characterized by lugubrious tempos and a rich production that provides presence but lacks significant heft. Tracks like 'Tropics' showcase Moreno's lyrical focus on mood and sensuality, potentially leading the project toward a chillwave-influenced direction.
