MIKE SHINODA TALKS NEW MUSIC AND NEW SINGER FOR LINKIN PARK

Booker and Stryker catch up with Mike Shinoda from Linkin Park: Post band announcement of New Music, Show and New Singer. Mike gives us the the why and how on Emily Armstrong joining Linkin Park. He also gives us his reactions to all the online rumors leading up to their big anouncment. He hopes that all the Linkin Park fans will give the new version a shot. It was always great catching up with the talented Mike Shinoda and wish all the best to Linkin Park!
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[@ToddGuzda]

How can anyone be upset with these guys wanting to continue doing what they love to do! The joy in Mike’s face when he’s talking now should be enough to convince anyone with doubts or questions!

[@brandoncraig2461]

I havent been this excited about an album in a long time

[@AceWav]

LOVE Emily and NEW LP

[@JasonPryde-xi1mu]

Amazing Mike, LP back and with a new lead Emily, she’s amazing as are you. LP ❤

[@paulninerhymes2336]

Yes, like the new LP respect to Mike, respect to all guys, Emily she rocks! I'm a huge Linkin Park fan, and I'm gonna say something maybe weird, but I want to listen Emily's voice on all LP old hits recorded in a studio, as an album. Because I really loved how she sounded live performing The Catalyst, and the other songs as well. So very excited for the new album!

[@Kkrzik]

No way she ruined live performances she couldn't able to hit half of stuff even by playing at low keys she let crowds to sing her part i would say they should sing only new stuff let old one RIP

[@rlg222]

Not support this new singer. Sorry....

[@ChadLetourneaurhavoc]

It is no longer LP. It would be like saying it's still Journey or Queen or REM. Change the name, or do they need to leach off the LP name because they wouldn't make it without it like the other bands, She is an abomination to the LP name.

[@ghostofyou6468]

this is the happiest i see mike shinoda for the past 7 years

[@isabellafrancine2729]

Mike I can't wait anymore, I need more Linkin Park songs now not November 😂

[@isaiahmarker407]

They're playing shows in September and November but none in October. Maybe next month, we get the next single?

[@buddhaeddie]

You ain't getting Linkin park songs. Ur getting emily songs

[@Konfide4043]

Mike, the world needs your music now more than ever. I am so looking forward to hearing this new album. You guys have always been my favorite band. No one has ever come close to capturing your sound 😊

[@Aggretsuki]

I feel that sentiment. I heard someone say that the next generation needs LP like ours did and that struck me. I hope they continue having an impact. Im so excited for their next chapter.

[@victorbilly4769]

Am a hip hop fan, and I've always liked liking Park since 2003. My favorite songs are In The End, and Numb.

[@pabotube-idle]

LINKIN PARK🔥 LINKIN PARK🔥 LINKIN PARK🔥

[@kleepo7733]

When you have a band called Linkin Park and all the original members are gone but one it's called a cover band.

[@qqqqqzzzzzz]

⁠@@kleepo7733 Chester died 7 years ago, Rob left before Emily was even involved, Brad is still in the band just not doing shows and everyone else is still in the band. Tf are you talking about

[@123theprodigy5]

Just remember Lincoln Park did not have to come back, they could’ve decided to break up. it’s unfortunate that Emily Armstrong’s past actions caught up to her, but I’m glad that she’s able to keep Chesters legacy alive without trying to replace him. I feel like LINKIN PARK always got a lot of hate ever since the minutes to midnight days. people just wanted hybrid theory over and over and over again.

[@ALTabula]

That pressure might be why we don't have Chester anymore just saying

[@123theprodigy5]

@@ALTabula yep, he definitely took it personally when people didn’t like their last album. he says he interpreted the comments as a personal attack.

[@sosayweall2509]

Maybe they should have broken up ..jist call this fort minor...it's a side project not linkinnpark

[@MG-mn7ig]

Seeing them TONIGHT! It’s soooo unreaaal!

[@DCKryp]

So ready for the NEW LP

[@jmontoyar1985]

It’s quite enheartening to see how the amount of support and excitement in the comment for the return of LP overwhelmingly outnumbers the few negative ones that are still attempting to exploit the publicity being created by Linkin park, their return, and their newest members to further their own agenda, that has nothing to do in relation to the band, their music, or their trajectory. But I digress, the haters stating they are no longer fans were most likely not fans to start with anyway. The ones that were actually fans but allowed this nonsense to make them no longer be fans can kick rocks too, the LPU could use a “start from zero” just like the band.

[@Kid574]

yet the negativity is extremely loud and can play a very important role on Emily's and the whole band well-being

[@jmontoyar1985]

@@Kid574 unfortunately, you couldn’t be any more correct. Hope the love and support they feel from fans completely drowns out all the negativity from the few haters that were probably not even fans to begin with. I’ll definitely be showing up whenever they swing by my neck of the woods.

[@FlankinPark]

Naming the album from xero would have been the coolest thing ever

[@MG-mn7ig]

Mike said he was afraid non hardcore fans wouldn’t understand the reference :’(

[@rcvillapando]

Looking forward to more new LP hits! Chester’s spirit will always live on!

[@clauamen3948]

She s a great choice !👈

[@BackyardAquatics-o2m]

the new stuff rocks! I already ordered the new album. Emily is awesome!

[@KWCardDesign]

How could you hate on Mike?? I mean seriously! I wish people would just take a step back and realize that it’s actually a huge step for him and the rest of this band, new and old to do all of this again! I for one am happy they are giving it a shot!! Chester will always remain a fabric of this band! But this is a new chapter! Let’s embrace it!

[@sosayweall2509]

Criticism is not hatred please stop confusing the two

[@fernandag.c.1372]

Maybe because his choice of lead singer? A person who belonged or belongs to a cult that doesn't believes in mental health, when Chester died because of that. Or because she supported Masterson, a r#pist, when Chester was SA victim... And in her post she never truly apologized. I hope they can clarify that.

[@KWCardDesign]

@@sosayweall2509 I get the difference between the two. But there has been both! And I recognize both. And it’s too far.

[@McHenryCruiser]

@@fernandag.c.1372she doesn’t owe anyone anything

[@sosayweall2509]

@@KWCardDesign is it mike chose to do this as the sole proprietor of the lp.ip.from what I've read in financial docs

[@TheAdam2877]

I kind of stopped listening to LP after Meteora but any time I heard a new song I always turned it up and enjoyed it. Everything they produce gives you goosebumps, the emotions start churning and then you start to benge listen and continue to be amazed how they can always seem to keep making great music. After Chester passed I thought it was over but then they played live in Cali and introduced their new singer, and drummer and I was honestly blown away at just how much I needed LP in my life. I am truly thrilled to hear the rest of the album and after "The Emptyness Machine" with the classic LP sound I am in full support of Emily and Collin being in the band. Now if we could get a real world wide tour instead of 6 tour dates and somewhat closer to Kentucky than New York it would make my day. Congrats on the new album Mike, Mr. Hahn, Dave, Emily, Colin and Brad.

[@mr_hardy5329]

Emily is great. I'm happy that LP back. I'm happy that Mike is Happy.

[@Slippy6582]

Really good he is reminding everyone of Colin, this dude is an absolute MONSTER producer, he kinda stepped down to be "just a drummer". He produced for "Papa Roach" and freaking "One Ok Rock", these are HUGE bands. They got synergy, they are all happy together, they are able to be creative together, they are BAND again. I am happy for all of them and happy for all of us! I love Emily´s vibe by the way too!

[@shinzontheta]

I also feel like the touring guitarist (don't know his name) deserves love. Yes while Linkin Park has never been a deep guitar band...the little shit he is doing is great

[@MG-mn7ig]

They’re the “fifth Beatles” of LP 😎 Alex too! I’m forever grateful that they’ve helped bring back my favorite band!

[@sheldon6248]

Good to see these guys back. LP deserves to continue on and by no means is it erasing the past. Chester's legacy is locked in. Chester would be first to give a thumbs up and his approval. I'm totally stoked and can't wait to hear the new album. Emily brings that energy that is Linkin Park!

[@dudlebugbabyboo]

I am so happy to see you guys again and Emily is a breath of fresh air. I hear chester in some of her vocals and it gives me chills. I was broken about Chester knowing that my most favorite band was also gone forever so imagine my excitement when a new video from my favorite band showed up in my feed. I actually cried like a big baby hearing the new video and believing it is about internet trolls sending hate. I think Emily is a great fit for the future of LP and if I want Chester there are many cds with his voice on them that I can still listen to as well. Welcome back ❤

[@derekrose3328]

Stryker does the best interviews. Whether it’s Davey Havok or Mike Shinoda -it doesn’t matter. Stryker, you’re the best man ❤️👏 P.S. I’m sorry to make you chopped liver Booker lol 🤝❤️

[@Blinkfan90]

You guys have my support

[@lumpstersmouse5471]

Mike, how many courses have you taken?

[@Keith103]

I'm not sure many people will get this. But it's still awesome af for posting this.

[@alessoa6233]

Mike Shinoda don't deserve some of the hate. Linkin Park they deserve to start living again. They are not disrespecting Chester. Emily is a great addition to the band.

[@tgisky7297]

I 100% agree

[@GEMSofGOD_com]

Praise everything Linkin Park. LP is a milestone; now even beyond

[@Kkrzik]

Then they should not play old stuff with someone else its not same it hit different

[@GEMSofGOD_com]

@@Kkrzik They must play it, they just shouldn't play it with you

[@alessoa6233]

Watch the full concert 11 September Los Angeles at Kia's Forum. No doubt. She is really good. She deserves to be in the band.

[@mexicanfluency]

Wish the album was out NOW!

[@tmoon9297]

If the OG band members are okay WTF has anyone else got to say?!

[@will.2207]

Why dont people understand if you dont like it dont listen as simple as that They know chester better then the haters spewing hate

[@ZbigniewChojnacki-nd2sl]

Cześć jestem z Polski i pamiętam pierwszy raz jak Linkin Park pojawił się na MTV byliście zarąbiście Mało tego uważam nadal jesteście. Bądźcie rock and rollem w którym byliście nikt cię za tym całym szaleństwem bo coś się komuś nie podoba i sranie jego uczucia rock'n'roll nigdy nie miał być dla wszystkich wiele zespołów było zmuszone do zmiany wokalisty ze smutnych przyczyn weźmy na przykład przykład ACDC wychowałem się na nich też i uważam że sytuacja która im się przytrafiła jest podobna do waszej zespół jest nadal wartościowy i zajebisty f... Everybody rock and roll

[@spence7182]

Chester killed himself, followed Cobain, but Cobain had talent & the music world stopped. I’d never heard of Chester . Listened to 1 minute of Chester singing. I’m going with Emily, she’s the best singer on Earth. Mike CHOSE HER FOLKS, EMILY ARMSTRONG IS THE FUTURE!! Linkin Park fans are lucky to have her, She’s not trying to replace anyone , she’s always just being herself. ROCK ON EMILY ROCK ON MIKE!!!!!!!! The future is going to be fun

[@alaia-awakened]

Props to Mike saying “We’ve been through so something tough, but we’re turning it around”. A lot of people needed to be reminded.

[@Blackwolf.777]

@@alaia-awakened even Mike himself....

[@GEMSofGOD_com]

Low entry barrier for comments + corporations altering algos to maximize sense of danger and discontent + being a household name

[@vlynx7699]

Hard to believe that Mike even cares when you see how he treated Chester's Family

[@GEMSofGOD_com]

@@vlynx7699 Yeah you know the info's everywhere about Mike r--ing kids through Scientology for the money hiring courts to intimidate Chester's family with massive peoples by the elevater

[@DuffyLONER64]

​​@@vlynx7699 He's treated them with nothing but respect.

[@HugoVladimir]

We all need a chance to heal, so let's just support our beboved band!

[@enricotigani8944]

Good job keep going !!

[@carlossantana2933]

I miss Chester Bennington

[@spence7182]

He killed himself 8 years ago, get over it. Emily is much more talented & the best singer in the world

[@digipro360]

Stick to the course Mike, avoid social media please!. Looking forward to all that you, the band bring us in the future. Thank you.

[@ertai222]

I love LP. I don't vare about all the hate. So long as you can make good content I'll be there for it.

[@marianpelmus]

Mike is such a lovely person 💚

[@lumpstersmouse5471]

Very disrespectful to to Chesters son, Jamie Bennington.

[@buddhaeddie]

Sell out

[@bhushanfirake9678]

not original interview

[@soleiltounsi6754]

I'm ready to follow LP. 👍

[@rubens_ferreira]

Come to Brazil Mike!

[@ertai222]

Haters gunna hate. Just ignore them. They're irrelevant.

[@trippholland5131]

They’re*

[@sinister7707]

Can't wait for the new LP album. New era, new chapter, and new beginning of beginning.

[@trademark23]

How would Chester feel about LP "fans" sending death threats to his son??

[@Blackwolf.777]

And they call us haters. They were never chesters fans. They are empty souls.

[@queenbrightwingthe3890]

What would you feel if you knew his son accused Mike of murdering Chester ? He got mental problems himself and is unhinged alot.

[@reactionviewer]

The same Chester would think about his son becoming consumed with rage bait and spreading misinformation. He’d be disappointed in his son, you., and the idiots submitting threats. You all need therapy

[@Blackwolf.777]

@@reactionviewer my god. The only one who needs therapy is you. Talking like that for a father and a son. Probably your parents ashamed of you and try to put your rage to others. Harry up... to the hospital... you are freaky crazy

[@trademark23]

@@reactionviewer Perhaps your relationship with your Father has not been healthy, NO decent Father would side with his child's bullies regardless of the situation. He may have some words with him if he did not agree with what he is doing however seems you can't see that. Good luck out there.

[@agatone20]

All my support to Mike and this new chapter of LP. You deserve to create more art again. Nobody is trying to replace Chester, cult-like hardcore fans, just chill 🤘

[@wojtekkowalski8983]

Yes it is weird hearing Emily singing "Chester's songs" but I stand with LP and support Mike.

[@hakancarlsson2881]

Sorry but I'm Xenuphobic. 🤷

[@sarahfalco6518]

​@@Justwanawatchfunnyvideos XENU is like the 'alien god' of Scientology.

[@Keith103]

All Hail Xenu!😂

[@milaniaa.932]

We love new LP so much!!!! You guys are so talented and you did a great job picking Emily!!!!😊

[@Justwanawatchfunnyvideos]

All I hear as a non Nu-Metal fan is like ahhhh there’s no Nookie without Fred Durst 😭😂

[@RayJenks]

So…not gonna address the controversy…

[@arkham626]

What controversy?

[@RayJenks]

@@arkham626 Emily Armstrong being a Scientologist. She already apologized for supporting Danny Masterson in court, but she’s still a part of that organization and Chester’s son has been very verbal about his disapproval. The band has just completely ignored the whole thing so far.

[@justinsayswtf]

@@RayJenks You know Talinda has a restraining order against Jaime for harassment right? It’s so weird that people are acting like Jaime deserves some kind of explanation. His bio literally says “My father did not die the way they said he did,” so should the coroner’s office hold a press conference to “address the controversy”? He thinks LP had Chester killed to make room for Emily, and is right now saying that he fears for Rob Bourdon’s safety since he hasn’t issued a statement of his own. Jaime’s mother reached out to say he needed to talk to someone to work through his grief, and he verbally attacked her so much and so often that she, too, took out a restraining order. Against her son. This is not a guy that LP needs to feel beholden to when he demands explanations and answers.

[@scottiedoesntknow9897]

Rightfully so.Theyre not here for the new gerneration,theyre here for the old.We know the band,and we know they keep stupid stuff like that out of the conversation.​@@RayJenks

[@RayJenks]

@@scottiedoesntknow9897 if you’re an old fan, how can you be okay with a woman who has ties to a cult that doesn’t believe in mental health and have abused and harassed people sing songs written by a guy who battled with mental health and was sexually abused?

[@Failedpess]

Lead singer is a Scientologist. Pass.

[@DanielEscamillaPueblo]

Do these interviewers not pay attention he already answered whether or not there was an audition last week

[@goph5560]

It’s garbage.

[@Tiagocouto12]

Well your music taste does smell too

[@NikkoCara]

Love you Mike. Do better…

[@BklynbredBklynbred]

You hurt a lot of people with this move Mike!

[@Tiagocouto12]

They don’t deserve LP. It’s fine

[@lunch7213]

A lot of people need to move on, just like the band has had to. They had to fill in a spot that was reserved for their deepest friend had for 20 years

[@maryannezabarte]

Just saw the concert and it was amazing!!!

[@TheDrex1987]

As a LP fan since 1999 I really wanted to be hype about this new project but I can’t. what Emily believes and stands for and sings like Jojo Siwa it was a terrible choice by the band.

[@arkham626]

Don't let the door hit ya!

[@kerrystoltz3146]

then don't listen they will be fine without you as a fan

[@matheussantos8965]

Is everyone in Linkin Park into Scientology now?

[@georgehernandez2156]

No mention of scientology?

[@kresostojkovic6580]

Why? This is about music.

[@Loki-sk7bi]

Why? You wanna join Scientology? Go to their church if you want to hear that much about it.

[@dowaynebreedt2576]

voetsek

[@enricotigani8944]

what do you even know of Scientology, are u 16?

[@illnoyz5054]

She has never came out as a scientologist. You idiots annoy me. Nobody can help the religion of the family their born into just like we've all hungout with ppl that weren't who we thought and we've even defended ppl that lied to us. Ppl just want attention so bad it's pathetic how they treat and judge ppl they've never met.

[@ndk4]

Don’t forget that you also have fans outside US, Mike. We are all behind you!!!

[@kimmygibler760]

The scientologists are in these comments...

[@kerrystoltz3146]

😂

[@joshodell6703]

Fuck em

[@Keith103]

True

[@Scruffypup]

Lost your integrity brosef

[@rezievil4ever]

Chester left his souls imprint on his music, Emily will do the same.

[@paulinnanjing]

Love the new band, and love the interview, but you cannot just ignore the elephant in the room. It's big and it matters.

[@arkham626]

What elephant?

[@nesssaja]

The new album can’t be worse than “One more light”. I love Emily in the band and the new single!!

[@trademark23]

Mike is trash, parading around with his toxic side chick in place of Chester while disrespecting his family.

[@Tiagocouto12]

You are trashier. And dont care about your mimimiiii LP is back and better than the last albums

[@DrunkTranquility]

LINKIN CULT 💀

[@Blackwolf.777]

Nice name for the band

[@Gamers.Legacy]

🤣

[@SmilodoOon]

if mike is a man he will put a statement about emily scientology ties but he is a big p... even blocking Chester's son is a a b... move

[@ertai222]

The band doesn't owe you anything. If you don't like what they do then don't listen. You think bitching here will make them stop making music? You're an idiot.

[@NikkoCara]

Emily, great voice. Doesn’t fit. Has baggage.

[@enricotigani8944]

who doesnt fool

[@WerdUp13]

The entire genre has baggage...

[@kerrystoltz3146]

don't let the door hit you on the way out

[@kleepo7733]

When you have a band called Linkin Park and all the original members are gone but one it's called a cover band.😮

[@Wookster5]

ok so thats not whats happened here though. And no thats not what a cover band is.

[@justinsayswtf]

There’s 4 original members. What are you even talking about? Mike, Brad, Dave, Joe. 1,2,3,4.

[@phantasmagoria9681]

The best move he should've made is to change the band name to preserve their legacy when they were complete along with Chester.

[@TrueNorthMediaProductions]

Why? He started it? Linkin Park wasn't one person. Their legacy is set in stone my friend. Be glad we still have them. Joe, Brad, Phoenix, Mike. Could be worse. I think keeping the name honors Chester. When I go see them......Like Mike says.....Singing for Chester is YOU, That's how we keep Chester's memory alive. If you as a fan can't move one than listen to their old stuff and enjoy! I will be doing that an also enjoying the new stuff. That simple.

[@Tiagocouto12]

The best move is you to shut up and touch some grass. Stop wasting time here if you don’t like LP anymore. GET OUT

[@JuanRivera-pu5vc]

Retire already Mike

[@dalecrawford2271]

Why?? U jealous

[@kerrystoltz3146]

wow such a idiotic stament to make

[@kerrystoltz3146]

you do understand he is the creative flexible behind LP

[@dylancrossman1640]

Just because you gave up on pursuing your dreams a long time ago doesn't mean that Mike should.

[@JuanRivera-pu5vc]

@@dylancrossman1640 is pursuing that cash grab a dream? Oh ok

[@mistressabysstress]

Linkin Park died twice. Once when Chester died and again when they replaced him with a rape apologist.

[@reactionviewer]

Still on that even after it’s been debunked? Get some therapy

[@jamie5mauser]

She is not. She said she fully supports the victims

[@kerrystoltz3146]

maybe if you would try to think for yourself instead of falling for stuff that has been debunked you wouldn't make such a stupid statement

[@Keith103]

She went to court for him and wrote a character letter for him and intimated one of the victims for him.

[@reactionviewer]

@@Keith103 there’s zero evidence of half of that and she already addressed it. Ffs move on and get therapy for falling for that rage bait and still being mad. You have a lot more work to do than she does

[@joshodell6703]

Boycotted lp and mike. Picked up linsey rae and the anchor. Wayyyyyyyyyy better then this sideshow bullshit.

[@Tiagocouto12]

Touch some grass, I don’t care what you say, it’s useless

[@nunosilva5653]

This is not LP anymore

[@AarosConcerts]

Who is it?

[@sinister7707]

Yes it is. It's the new era of LP. Chester would've his full support of his friends moving forward. Time doesn't stand still.

[@Memphis04]

ah yes, the good old "This is not LP anymore". We never heard it before throughout the years, neither when Chester was alive. Not at all

[@kerrystoltz3146]

yeah it is.

[@hubertdiengdon-ch4gu]

Sorry male vocalist is perfect for LK band .

[@Kkrzik]

Who ?

[@Blackwolf.777]

Mike you lost your intetity. And you forget everything. I wish you all the best, but you lost so many real fans of the band. You stayed with those who doesn't even know LP. Scream to them and they are OK. No feeling at all. Those are the fans that send death threats to chesters son. Not us. Enjoy them. Those are the fans that you deserve and get.

[@miraaen]

Real fans should care about thier music and not thier daily life, religion and other personal shit especially if these things just are rumors without real evidence. Thought real fans should learn from Chester's death. Seems not. But hey keep bullying them till one of them do a favor and follow the sad path. Edit: You're right about those idiots whos send death threats to his son.

[@mrcphotographs]

lol stop believing everything you read online.

[@Blackwolf.777]

@@mrcphotographs and you start believing what your own eyes are seeing...

[@mytanjou]

its not your band and you're weird...weird..weird

[@Blackwolf.777]

@mytanjou I assume chesters not fun... weird... weird... weird

[@LunarTikOfficial]

*The band died with chester. Time to move on.*

[@olibarrett4283]

Go on then.

[@rcvillapando]

Don’t let the door hit you.

[@AarosConcerts]

See ya later 💀

[@mrtsvlks]

less trolls the better...

[@Antonio88870]

Yes, time to move on. The band didn't died with Chester and they spent SEVEN YEARS on hiatus...

[@JaseCampy]

There is no linkin park without Chester

[@olibarrett4283]

Evidently there is

[@zachclark7516]

It was a band before Chester and now after. Chester was such a big part but Mike is who wrote the songs and the visionary and people forget that. Shit he was also the producer. So in reality if he was gone then yea you could say that but Mike is here.

[@simonpeel7490]

😂 grow up you sook

[@sinister7707]

LP isn't just about one individual. LP is about the group, the band, and the friends.

[@Blackwolf.777]

And chester made them what they are NOW