Linkin Park, an American rock band formed in Agoura Hills, California in 1996, rose to international fame with their debut album "Hybrid Theory" released in 2000. The band's unique sound was a fusion of heavy alternative rock, electronic elements, and hip-hop, creating a genre-defying style that resonated with a wide audience. The founding members were Mike Shinoda (vocals, rhythm guitar, keyboard), Brad Delson (lead guitar), Dave "Phoenix" Farrell (bass), Joe Hahn (DJ, sampler), Rob Bourdon (drums), and the late Chester Bennington (lead vocals), whose powerful and emotionally charged voice became a signature part of the band’s identity.

Linkin Park's approach to music continued to evolve with each release, exemplified by albums like "Meteora" (2003) and the more experimental "Minutes to Midnight" (2007). As trailblazers in the nu-metal and rap-rock scene, they have left an indelible mark on the industry, winning multiple Grammy Awards, and achieving diamond status for "Hybrid Theory". The band's recent works celebrate their past, as evidenced by the "Hybrid Theory (20th Anniversary Edition)" and "Meteora 20th Anniversary Edition", while continuing to innovate and pay tribute to their journey and late bandmate with tracks like "One More Light" and its notable Steve Aoki remixes. Despite the tragic loss of Chester Bennington in 2017, Linkin Park's impact endures, with their music discussing themes of personal struggle, societal issues, and the human experience.

Genres

Alternative Metal

Nu Metal

Post-grunge

Rap Metal

Rock

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Latest Release

The Emptiness Machine

Linkin Park

Single - Released September 5, 2024