When Linkin Park was formed in 1996 in Agoura Hills, California, USA, no one had any idea that they would revolutionize the rock music world. The founding members Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Rob Bourdon, Joe Hahn, Dave "Phoenix" Farrell, and Chester Bennington were different people from different genres.
Thanks to Linkin Park’s first album, Hybrid Theory (2000), they instantly became a globally recognized band. The album received great acclaim by combining alternative rock, nu-metal, and electronic elements. The aggressive guitar riffs, powerful vocals, and hip-hop influences in their songs set the band apart from others. The success of Hybrid Theory was followed by Meteora (2003), which solidified the band’s success and brought them great hits. Songs like “Numb,” “In the End,” and “Somewhere I Belong” were highly praised by both critics and listeners alike.
The Transformation of the Group and Different Searches
With the release of Minutes to Midnight in 2007, the band took a new musical direction. The more mature and experimental approach in this album showed that the band was not confined to just one genre. Tracks like “What I've Done” and “Bleed It Out” proved to listeners that Linkin Park constantly offers an evolving sound palette.
The albums A Thousand Suns in 2010 and Living Things in 2012 revealed how the band members expanded their personal and political styles. These albums brought both radical changes and some controversies, but at the same time showcased the band’s artistic expansion and experimental nature. This was due to the aging of the band members and the constantly evolving electronic music industry.
Chester Bennington's Farewell
Chester’s presence in the band greatly contributed to the Linkin Park sound. His powerful vocals showed the world what a big voice he had. The passing of Chester Bennington in the summer of 2017 caused great sorrow in the music world. After his death, the band members went through a difficult period both musically and personally.
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