"The most remarkable quality of the band’s seventh effort though, seems to lie in the fact that they are so willing to push their own boundaries, even after twenty-something years of life as a band. Self-admittedly exploring more expansive sounds than ever before, it’s instantly evident. This is like Deftones honed and perfected, all the while discovering new territory and seizing it as their own. In fact, ‘Tempest’ proves that to a tee, as it slowly builds before delving headfirst into different sonic directions at every corner, with the the bass commanding all. swelling and rising like a tide. Thus, with ‘Koi No Yokan’ the band have not only delivered on their promises, but exceeded them so, whilst remaining one of the most engaging but remarkable heavy bands of our times."

- DIY Mag