Mike Shinoda discusses Linkin Park's new song, the 'Meteora' box set, and reveals new solo track!

[@caiorobert7464]

We missed you talking about linkin park, Mike. You already made Chester proud. Hope one day Linkin Park gets a tribute tour, would be amazing

[@JairLiraNP]

um dos meus sonhos, e se vinherem ao brasil, vou dar um jeito de ir, pois infelizmente nunca tive como ir a um show deles

[@strife9878]

The guy from Fever 333 seems like a great addition. Heard his tribute version of numb , his voice kinda fits in with LP

[@dakotamathews2176]

U can’t replace it

[@unicoraptorrex3459]

@@strife9878 the thing is "kinda fits" just does not work, it simply would not feel right, no one would be able to replace Chester and the only way it could work is if they pick someone up BUT leave Linkin Park behind and go forward as a different group, different name, maybe a different style and sound

[@johndoe413]

I have seen both Queen and Alice In Chains live since they picked up new front singers. I mean absolutely 0 disrespect but they did not have that same feeling. No matter how “close” they are to sounding like Freddy or Layne. I’m sorry but LP would need to change names and continue on differently. maybe Mike could rename the band to Xeros like he originally did, since they didn’t really create anything under that name before changing it to Linkin Park.

[@AThousandSuns42]

Let's appreciate Mike. He's a legend too. Never stop Mike! We love you

[@Branchofsin]

That goes for all of LP.

[@AThousandSuns42]

@@Branchofsin yes ofc, but interview is of Mike and i see comments about Chester.. like even the second last question of the interviewer pissed me off

[@brandonseiter5897]

Chester wouldn't want you to stop Mike.. Thank you for finding "Lost" AMAZING song.. Linkin Park is a big part of my life.

[@Achilleas7]

I miss Chester so much, but i want to confess something.. I was always more of a Mike person, since Meteora! Somehow i resonated with Mike more and i don't think Chester would mind that coz there was never any competition between these two brothers (and brothers of mine)! Please don't lash out on me ...

[@snoozyq9576]

Let's keep appreciating him you mean.

[@socio692]

18:05 Mike mentioning message boards reminded me again, that my life would be totally different without LP. Back in fall of 2004, I began messaging a girl in a German LP fan forum. Back then we were two 16 year old teens loving LP and spending hours and hours in front of the computer to write to each other. We used to stay up really, really late and just chat. We spent so much time together online, that my grades in school even went down the hill and in the end I had to repeat the school year :D In May 2005 we met for the first time in person (we used to live 450 km apart) and became each others first real love. RIght now in 2023, we are in our mid 30s, have been a couple for 18 years, married for 3.5 years, are parents of the most wonderful daughter, own a house, and I could not be happier in life. And the fact that I would never have met this girl without LP is so crazy.

[@thornyduck]

This comment made my day I hope I get to be with someone for that long sadly the kind of relationship you have is a rarity these days but if there's one thing I know it's to stay strong and positive and this comment just helped me reinforce those thoughts in my head anyway I hope you guys have a wonderful life :)

[@guywithaface887]

Linkin Park: Creating couples since 2005 😎😎😎

[@entheosx4502]

That is utterly remarkable and amazing! So happy for you two!

[@Eyeyamgod]

Wow what a great story. Thanks for sharing that bro.

[@nickmah5715]

wow congrats share some family photos, so happy for you.

[@romanpokidyuk2905]

I can't help but notice that Mike's eyes started to shine the second he mentioned Chester. It's so touching and sad at the same time. MIke is one of the best & most talented songwriters of our generaton. Love you Mike, you're a legend!

[@johndoe413]

I saw that as well. Made me smile and start to tear up a bit 😞

[@S0L12D3]

We all miss him so much. I can’t imagine how Mike still feels

[@doublecoloured385]

Yup, caught that as well. You can see a whole tsunami of emotions that rode through him when he spoke about Chester just from his eyes.

[@thesnowmaster294]

Time stamp?

[@andybennington7893]

The best song of 2023 without a doubt for me, thank you Linkin Park🖤❤️🎶

[@LinkinPk]

впереди Апрель. Походу нас ждёт разрыв.

[@Teo_Not.f0uNd]

I'm agree with you but have you listened to "Nightmare" by From Ashes To New? This is a banger🔥🔥 It's like modern Linkin Park

[@EduardSLVRU]

The song is mediocore at its bast. Instead of reviving Chester with old stuff, Mike should get a right singer and continue Chesters legacy. Same when Chester went to Stone Temple Pilots to replace Scott. Chester fits with STP.

[@EduardSLVRU]

@Daryal from whole LP band the only members who were actually alive outside stage was Chester and Mike. The others were always in the shadow, seems like they’re never existed except live stage. Almost on every stage, seems there’s no interaction between. Just six dudes do their own thing and go home. I never was a massive fan of LP, but after certain time I realised that Mike is the only one who is responsible for the band.

[@EduardSLVRU]

@Daryal while people will be keep on talking about LP and praising them as the greatest band of all time. There’s always will be a way to make money of it. Especially recycling old materials.

[@stardmg]

Imagine a universe where in 2003, "Lost" was the last track on Meteora, and 20 years later in 2023 we were getting "Numb" in this anniversary set.

[@ryankenni8348]

Wild to think about. As good as Lost is, we would have been thinking they should have been drug tested for choosing it over Numb.

[@JamesOsyris]

@@ryankenni8348 I think Lost is way better.

[@JamesOsyris]

@@ryankenni8348 I think Lost is way better.

[@gginfuser7157]

@@JamesOsyris Might be better for some but I think it's because it now means more after his death

[@TheEasyJoe]

Whichever they decided makes no difference to me in the end I love them both and now I can put them both at the end of the Meteora Chester, you Mike and the rest of the crew we're my childhood and as many have already said I hope you're resting in peace man Thanks always for the amazing music 💓

[@deadxpride45]

Mike made Chester proud and wasn't afraid to keep on going. The guy is just so down to earth man

[@chazychaz008]

This band can never be forgotten, the amount of lives they impacted and the impact on the music industry 👌🏻

[@johndoe413]

Legends never die ❤️

[@S0L12D3]

I listen to them on a regular basis

[@EverlastingEclipses]

Linkin Park will forever be my soul retreat. for whenever i need a rest and whenever i need energy back to where it all began.

[@lareina.delsur]

Linkin Park was with me the hardest times and still is, when I'm happy or sad, Linkin Park is always a part of my life❤️

[@shajib6955]

Same Bro.

[@venusiana8]

Same

[@phyllisnavarijo6592]

You are not alone

[@walyksilva]

Same 1000x

[@TheBiggs1983]

Absolutely… part of everyone’s lives

[@SevvalVural_]

I feel like I received a box from past and now opening it; new Linkin Park song, new interviews...

[@christinab.2614]

And new Mike Shinoda music!! So excited!!

[@SevvalVural_]

@@christinab.2614 Absolutely!

[@mariolavalle9364]

IT'S ALWAYS A GREAT TIME TO BE A LINKIN PARK FAN

[@jonathanwalls8106]

Well.. not always..

[@ianlongo9037]

Except one

[@thestormlscoming]

one of my biggest regrets is not seeing LP live before Chester passed. I was a broke kid so never could really go back then. But Hybrid Theory was my very first album excluding backstreet boys cds that were gifted to me when i was like 5. This music changed my life for sure. So deep, so raw, such an enthralling sound. I still rock out to these songs now 20 years later and will until I die. I hope to still see the remaining part of the band live some day. Also respect to Brad for being left brained - as a music lover, that's me as well

[@jessicaavery1080]

Same. I've seen so many bands that I love, but they were always #1 on my list, and I was just getting financially able to do that the year he passed

[@skye9595isbomb]

Fuck Lost just hits a chord. I remember being a little kid and my first concert being Linkin Park. Its always been hard to match it. Hope they come back

[@B.I.G.M.I.L.O]

Without Chester it’s not possible

[@MATK03Sagato.96]

@@B.I.G.M.I.L.O agree

[@steel-man13]

Hard for them to come back since Chester is dead, Mike even said if they met someone he wants it to be organic not forced

[@nikkolyssmith]

You and me both, first concert was on the Summer Sanitarium tour with Metallica. July 5th 2003. I'll never forget it. I was 9 years old

[@catherinehobbs4961]

@Daryal ​ But that’s the whole point. If Chester were still alive they’d still be making music and touring. Mike is still making music, just on his own. Chester had such a unique voice, it’s hard to imagine someone else singing their songs. If they got someone new, they’d have to make the old songs their own, not copy the originals. You’d still have a lot of fans who couldn’t listen to the band in the same way tho

[@deltasealsix]

I dont care if this song is 20 years old THIS SONG NEEDS A GRAMMY!

[@mariamorra7863]

Yeeeeesssssss Grammy for LOST💯💯💯💯💯

[@geddyleesowlnose]

You guys eat up anything. It's a good track but Grammy? LOL.

[@mariamorra7863]

@@geddyleesowlnose yes a Grammy. Have you seen the winners this year? So, i think this Song Is much much much better

[@rosechipres9501]

@@geddyleesowlnose if Beyonce's shit music gets it why not this ?! I swear people lost the taste of music and hypnotized with trash like all these wack artists. That for a fast pay for everything now even buy the Grammys

[@S0L12D3]

@Daryal obviously he’s just expressing his passion towards the music

[@welcomewrist]

Man the song was so damn good. I was not expecting a new song and it hit me hard.

[@XOXOcel]

Just came from the "Lost" MV premiere... Missed y'all so much, man!!

[@thedopaminestop2355]

Mike and Chester one of the best duos in music ever

[@robertrogers074]

Mike is the rapper ?

[@thedopaminestop2355]

@@robertrogers074 yes

[@darrenlucas7362]

Lyrically yes

[@thedopaminestop2355]

@@darrenlucas7362 nah I’m talking about also how their voices complement each other on all their songs and their songwriting g abilities.

[@darrenlucas7362]

@@thedopaminestop2355 yea they are goats there your right my friend.

[@LaceFX]

Mike is so down to earth. I love that he’s still the same enthusiastic artist and he seems to be doing a lot better. I’m happy for him that he’s getting new projects.

[@tiagobr2286]

One of the most balanced and harmonious things in this world was Mike's brilliant mind to create music and Chester's unique voice to sing them. The perfect combination.

[@IchEsseHaende]

It's so cool that Mike acknowledges the narutu and dragonball z amvs of that time. I still have the first wave of those on my harddrive. It's like a treasure since most if not all got deleted. I got to know linkin park through those amvs. What an awesome time that was.

[@sharkyj1796]

13:20 Mike talking about his experience of learning about Chester’s life fills me with so much joy. It also reminds me so much of his closing track, “What The Words Meant” on his solo record, Post Traumatic. You can tell Mike was writing about Chester’s stories and the emotions in them.

[@rougeofficial6447]

I can’t even put into words how much I love Linkin Park Everything they did is amazing a band that was so versatile

[@wtff]

Listening to Mike talk about LP again is like a warm hug. He truly doesn't get the credit and respect he deserves.

[@adventuredoods4699]

I’m always amazed by Mike during interviews. How can someone who is no question a part of “Rock Royalty” be so grounded and humble. He makes you feel important regardless of who you are, where you’ve come from and what you’ve accomplished.. ❤🙏🏻🤘🔥

[@chauncyofficial]

bruh mike shinoda knew about the AMVs 😭 my inner pre teen is smiling

[@ChillingWithMel22]

I just listen to lost, and I cried my eyes out. Thank you so much for putting that song out.

[@VanessaSilva-hr2pv]

9:52 The best part he talking about each member of the band, how they are and how each one contributes to the band, they complement each other perfectly! ❤

[@ryanwaller4204]

Very few people can attain the level of fame and recognition that Mike has had in his career and still remain so humble and down to earth. All the Linkin Park members are this way and i think it's a big part of why they are so well respected across the board.

[@ainiel7602]

I love that he's talking about everyone in the band separately, so interesting to hear about the guys 🥰 love you Mikey

[@bpow9881]

Mike and Chester are the two sides of the same coin. A match made to perfection.

[@laurameakin]

Mike is so easy to listen too. Could easily listen to him speak about his experiences from all the earlier albums and this new release for hours.

[@chazhartwayne6493]

Its so good to hear him talk about Linkin Park again

[@socialbutterfly4146]

And the relationship! The bond! The connection was so incredible and clear to everyone listening to you. Never ever had there been a group put together so well. #forevermissedLP

[@TheTommylee619]

Mike mentioning AMV of LinkinPark from the day is the best.

[@ИринаИонова-з1с]

It's so cool to see Mike smiling again while he talk about Chester!

[@jnonymous]

The lyrics in Lost hit me at a difficult point in my life where I'm constantly getting lost in bittersweet memories and ruminations. Linkin Park helped me through rough high school and college years, and they're still here helping me get through hard times. I can't explain how some of the most important people in my life are complete strangers. We may not know each other, but we're brothers in life. Thank you for the pick me up, once again, as you always have done for me. ❤ Wish I had the money to get this anniversary box set. Hopefully it'll still be around for purchase when I find my way again. I'll still enjoy whatever gets released online at least. Much love to the guys and to the LP family! Hope you all have a flourishing and amazing year despite the difficult times.

[@xdfckt2564]

Love from India. You saved me in some really dark times. It's why Im still hanging on. Wish you happiness.

[@TesGon]

This Meteora Aniversary edition made me text my buddies from the past that I don't even talk that much these days. We discussed the idea of getting this box. Then we got in together for a nice dinner and well... we are reunited again. And it felt great. We wish Mike will continue with whatever he is doing.

[@akmetal175]

I'm shock, literally, i love this band so much

[@rodo4136]

amo tu canal :)

[@Aliothale]

I remember skipping school my freshman year of high school just so I could go to the record store and buy Meteora. I went home, put the stereo on full blast, and had an experience that I will never, ever, forget. Thank you guys for bringing your art to the world. We love you so much brother.

[@lordgmlp]

20 years of my childhood. Always have, always will be, an LP soldier.

[@lee.is.here1]

When Mike said he was called "The Glue" it immediately took me to those days back then. 20 years. Unreal.

[@lee.is.here1]

28:00 i cannot get over the idea that in another parallel universe lost is in Meteora when it was released and numb wasn't in the album.

[@Daedroh]

That’s just crazy to me that I have to say what you just said as well. Just imagine if Numb was released right now???!??!!??!!!?!!! Holy

[@creativebodyflying]

Mike is Mastermind and Genius. Always said that, always knew. Great interview! It's so good to know new insides of that time.

[@evo9rocks1]

I may have cried when mike said more to come this year!! so happy LP4lyf

[@Dan_TheCatman]

Damn I miss chester, I can only imagine how the people who knew him must feel

[@newblood9435]

So proud of the guy, met Mike while he was on tour, great great man!!! LP forever!!!

[@TheGFFA]

As somebody whose first exposure to Linkin Park was through an AMV of Naruto set to "A Place for My Head", I can confirm the connection between anime and LP.

[@Dtin]

“Lost” is phenomenal and I’m here ready for anything LP related 🤙🏻 thank you for it all 🙏🏻

[@Dtin]

@@11daryal11 I’ve actually had it on repeat all day

[@ChrisR91]

Man 2003, I was entering middle school in France but prior to that, discovered Hybrid Theory on French TV and LP became my favorite band, still was when the band changed direction and still is today. LP made me go deeper in anime, gaming and music culture but also, LP and especially Chester has put words for the pain I had, caused by my environment. I'm 31 now, living in Canada, doing ok and making video games for top companies, which was my dream. Thank you LP for the impact you had in my life. ❤

[@bmcminn8838]

Linkin Park will forever be my favorite band .....they hit right at the perfect time for me and never let up.... No break ups, no drama, stayed friends for nearly 20 years and made some great music .....RIP Chester

[@angrys13]

Man this is an incredible interview with loads of context and information and I'm loving every second of it. Mike is doing incredible here with the story telling

[@BrandonWestfall]

Meteora was a perfect follow-up to Hybrid theory. Definitely one of the best follow-up albums ever.

[@captaingestern3676]

So cool seeing Mike again.. talking about LP. Saw them 4 Times live.. they will always be my favourite Band ever.

[@MATK03Sagato.96]

I saw them just once but goddamn thankful. It was amazing. Im glad I had my time to see Chester perform.

[@ejicon3099]

I can seriously sit back and listen to Mike talk for hours upon hours and never get tired. Nicole Alvarez has aged like a fine wine. Still a hottie. Great interview you two. Seeing you two together brings back such great memories for me.

[@PsyPanda07]

Meteora was in honestly my favorite album. I loved Hybrid Theory but Meteora was a more mature sound. This Meteora 20th Anniversary release is going to be a box full of legends. I can't wait. By the way, I love the single "Lost" from it.

[@davidriddick82]

Thank you to Mike and the guys. Lost is absolutely incredible. Chester once again delivers, this band once again saves me. We miss Chester, I miss Linkin Park, but this legacy will never die. THANK YOU SO MUCH ❤️🤘🏻🌹

[@CraigKostelecky]

Of all of the musicians who have passed away, Chester's still hits me the hardest. I was about 13 when Kurt Cobain died, but even then I think I saw that his flame was only going to burn for a short time. But with Chester, I felt like he still had *so much more* that he had to say. I am grateful they have some music Chester recorded that still good enough of quality (in terms of how good the music is and the recording itself) to release.

[@MATK03Sagato.96]

Chester and Mac Miller hit me the hardest.

[@lilyluhtwizzy]

@@MATK03Sagato.96 It's a shame what happened to both obviously, but hearing about what happened to Mac Miller made me so angry. I mean, how could you do that to someone? Horrible.

[@MohdSajid-jf8pg]

@@lilyluhtwizzy even jason david frank death hit so hard

[@maaikedupree3740]

You can see Mile relive some of these moments he talks about. You see the emotion, you can hear the emotion.

[@christinaceciliapillay7635]

This song is stuck on replay in my head.Legends live on.

[@maxcheng8119]

I miss Chester a lot. I miss him so much. 😢😢 The new song brings me back to old days.

[@gingerfrog9546]

19:25 - 19:35 Funny he answers with this right after talking about AMVs, because the point when I started getting deeper into Linkin Park was after hearing Somewhere I Belong set to a short AMV focused on Setsuna from Fresh Precure. Years before that, the first Linkin Park music video I saw was Breaking the Habit because I heard it was key animated by anime director Kazuto Nakazawa.

[@flamehaze59]

YES!! Such a good song, I love it! Thanks for making these songs, you guys inspired a lot of people and helped a lot of people, including me!! 🥺👀💜🔥 Unforgettable!

[@beardedzeus1337]

Meteora was a staple in my HS days, I still listen to LP. From the release of the first album to today, I'll never stop supporting yall. Mike is such a legend man, looking forward to your solo track!

[@ЄвгеніяВолодимирівна-ь5ы]

The interviewer is great, the questions are really interesting. Mike gives an impression of a very complete, mature person. Such a pleasure to listen!

[@itatertot2299]

We are getting another Linkin Park experience Meteora style. We’re getting more LP. We are getting some Mike Shinoda stuff, pretty cool way to start off 2023

[@MATK03Sagato.96]

win win win

[@fireferna]

The moment Mike says that Chester was great at touring.... I cried so much. I miss Chester terribly, I cant imagine how hard has been for his bandmates. The new song slaps so hard, it's amazing.

[@joshmattg]

I fucking love this guy - Honestly no words other than that. Such a beautiful human and not to mention how good of a composer/musician he is

[@JamesOsyris]

You said no words and then said a bunch more words.

[@joshmattg]

OK? Well fucking done for spotting that

[@clearglass6300]

They have reached generations. I would listen to them when I was HS and now my son who is 11 and my daughters 6 and 8 listen LP. ❤

[@excusemeliam3159]

I love Mike with all my heart i swear

[@Ethericbikes]

Thank you mike for keeping linkin park’s legacy going and keep it real with it! Your guys music has helped me through more times then I even know it has!

[@doomztay]

It would be cool to have the old songs exactly how they were in 2003 and untouched but then have another “reimagined” version that Mike and everyone could try to revamp the songs. Regardless I’m stoked to hear some more LP! Miss Chester a lot. Rest in peace brother, you changed music forever

[@bubblesrkw414]

I loved this!! Mike thank you for Post Traumatic to help us all deal with Chester. I've been missing new music from Linkin Park, this is awesome. Thank the whole band for this.

[@MATK03Sagato.96]

Post Traumatic = good album

[@DonVite]

“It’s a great time to be a Linkin Park fan” Mike Shinoda said it himself and I agree 100%

[@T4cimis0ra]

Mike sempre tão sorridente, que acabo sorrindo junto. Ótimo rapper, ele manda muito bem, assim como o resto da equipe.

[@1HpPanic]

Loved this interview and how open mike was about everything.

[@TheVirakahScale]

Mike, Chester, and the other dudes gave me the strength I need going through foster care. And when Meteora dropped, and I got the CD, it became the Arch stone of my survival through all of it. Still rocking out to it to this day. It never gets old. Thanks, LP!

[@lpfanatik]

Hearing Mike again is like encounter an old friend...Thank you so much, Mike, for this amazing interview!... Linkin Park will always be a favorite band of mine!!😊

[@Shannon_F8]

It’s so awesome to see a new interview with Mike! ❤

[@Duragster]

Mike Shinoda face needs to be in more interviews. And Hot Ones.

[@highlander758]

God I am fan girl’n hard right now! We love you Mike. Thanks for putting this out for us fans who still listen to LP. It helps us all when we get to see you!

[@shubhamtamse5465]

Man, I just became a small kid again while listening to the Linkin Park story.

[@ADHDxDahveed]

dude hearing them goin back makes me realize just how badass it is to have such awesome memories stored.

[@amanchaure5584]

heavy is the crown!

[@nextjuanplz]

Love you, Mike!

[@MyAquaLab]

Thanks to Mike, keeping my favorite album fresh and beyond. You never let me stop thinking about♡ Never forget♡

[@zGLoGiK]

This was incredible to watch and listen to. We miss you Chester ❤

[@oceanstaiga5928]

Mike is one of the realest out there, so kind too man

[@colleen8740]

Such a good conversation. So happy to hear that there is more to come from LP.

[@chrizbie]

Mike is so incredibly likable

[@ΓΙΩΡΓΟΣΒΕΡΒΕΡΗΣ]

Linkin Park is my favourite group!!"Lost" is a great song and a nice surprise for fans.Mike you are a great artist and Chester will be proud that you continue....LP forever!!

[@liondepierre]

Thanks Mike, for everything.

[@AJtheSwede]

The song took me right back to 2003 🥹♥️. Best birthday present ever to get a new LP song from one of my favorite albums ever 🥰♥️. I'm cranking the volume to max singing my heart out together with Chester once again 🤘🏻😭♥️. I miss you Chester, you will never get lost in my memories 🥺❤️‍🩹. I love you LP ♾️🫂💙.

[@luckyborostark1187]

Hey Wishing you a very happy birthday!💐

[@dick8997]

That what I just thought. My b day is Valentine's day. I was like yesss a good early birthday present. I didn't know how bad I needed an unreleased LP track

[@fabibienchen]

Happy birthday 🤗🌸

[@eugennicus]

We love you, Mike. Thank you for everything you do.

[@Phileepoh]

Lost relates to me too much this year already. Had me in tears the first time I heard. We cannot appreciate Linkin Park enough.

[@linkinparkmmm]

We miss you so much guys , when i listen " lost " i remember my childhood , cuz i grown up with Linkin Park songs , We love you so much and we really thankful for being part of our lifes

[@C4rdboardgun]

SO Excited for this. THanks Mike & band for doing this.

[@motionblurofhappy7804]

I like the interviewer in this. She’s asking some normal questions and some dope questions but as he’s answering she chooses the best moments to be like “and that must have been intense” and mike responds to that but stays on topic. A great interview from both of them and it kind of seems like she actually digs Linkin park and wants to hear but has to love it along. Also I want to throw props to mikes outfit being a black t shirt, camo cargo pants, and some Nike shoes. Dad outfit to this day. If he had the red streak I would swear to you I watched this at 9 years old the last time my dad had me for a weekend. MTV was always on then and this set and interview just takes me back there.

[@editharenas]

Me encantó la entrevista! Extrañamos mucho a Linkin Park 🖤🥺