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Deftones Reflect on Mind-Blowing Encounter with Madonna

9/10/2025

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Deftones, signed to Maverick Records co-founded by Madonna, received her early approval.
Frontman Chino Moreno described meeting Madonna in Los Angeles as "mind-blowing."
Madonna granted the band creative freedom, influencing them minimally.
Performing in front of her was both nerve-wracking and exciting for Moreno.
After leaving Maverick in 2006, Deftones released their latest acclaimed album, Private Music, through Reprise Records.

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Story summary

Deftones, signed to Maverick Records co-founded by Madonna, received her early approval.
Frontman Chino Moreno described meeting Madonna in Los Angeles as "mind-blowing."
Madonna granted the band creative freedom, influencing them minimally.
Performing in front of her was both nerve-wracking and exciting for Moreno.
After leaving Maverick in 2006, Deftones released their latest acclaimed album, Private Music, through Reprise Records.