Linkin Park - The Emptiness Machine (Reaction)

[@XtZBane]

As someone who loves the new single and is giving the Emily era a chance, I don't see anything wrong with what you guys said. You didn't insult or condemn anyone. If you don't like the song, what can you do, you can't lie to yourself. Emily IS a controversial figure, that's objectively true. I'm giving her a chance because she apologized for the Danny stuff and because she hasn't confirmed nor denied CURRENTLY being a scientologist. But you shouldn't be forced to love the new direction or to love Emily if you don't. Good on you guys for being honest and keeping it real.

[@MatandChelsReact]

Thank you! We weren’t in any way shitting on Linkin Park or Emily with we said. It seems not everyone wants to actually listen to what we say though and just attack us for because we weren’t going crazy over what we heard. We’ll listen to the album when it comes out because we want to give them a chance but we will clearly need to keep our opinions to ourselves.

[@hum1212pr]

No shitting but you said that Linkin Park its for you the emptiness machine and then you smile. Well its a little curious that statement. But its fine its your opinion and its allright you dont have to like the band now others will like it and thats fine too. Life moves on.

[@Hunnna_Jay]

@@MatandChelsReact Keep your opinions to yourselves? What!? Why upload your opinion then? Come on! Those views can get back up, keep it up!

[@101stairborne6]

What’s wrong with what her religion beliefs are? Freedom of Religion is an AMERICAN right. I personally don’t believe in religion, but I will never try and change someone’s beliefs for mine. I will always respect a person’s personal beliefs.

[@ann_7890]

Why are you forcing her to clarify any of her beliefs for you? Do you know that if you are publicly distancing yourself from scientology, you get yourself into a dangerous position? People are so entitled nowadays…

[@Tribal260]

Respect the opinion. For myself, haven't enjoyed putting a song on repeat like this one in years.

[@AmazingSheep]

Right? Is awesome this song!

[@RamonCerrat]

same here

saaaaaaame

[@johnbobjackson8610]

The cold hard truth is that Chester voluntarily left the world of the living. The others worked just as hard and have every right to continue with their careers, the band and all of their music. They earned their success. Linkin Park as a name has a certain weight, it doesn't make any sense to start fresh with a new (old) name. New Linkin Park 2.0 might lose some fans and in return probably gain new ones. The band is going to be fine.

[@TuneTamasha]

the single is doing well it seems, at least the album is titled from zero (xero)

[@Anavanceline]

Agree

[@Aquineth]

Chester did not voluntarily kill himself. Chester suffered from severe mental illness and was a victim of child abuse which traumatised him. His mental illness killed him. Had he not been ill, he would have chosen to live. You must understand this.

[@Todd-s9z]

@@AquinethI think he means in the end he still committed suicide which is still him taking his life regardless of the reasoning.

[@DerNiko]

@@Aquineth Nobody is saying otherwise

[@jariemonah]

A lot of Linkin Park albums did not sound like Linkin Park. People are going to have to adjust to the Emily Armstrong era.

[@EnergeticxCheese]

After Meteora they changed their sound every album and people always complained about it. I still remember the hate A Thousand Suns got on release even though a lot of people like the album and appreciate the experimentation now.

[@danielflorio4739]

Yep every album is diff and when you go back to each, They’re all Great. People complained every time. Bullying Chester after One More Light.

[@perfectlyon3435]

I have had numerous conversations with folks who are like "This doesn't sound like Linkin Park" and immediately respond with "Well what exactly does Linkin Park sound like?"

[@Blizzard0fHope]

by definition every linkin park album sounded like Linkin park. . just cause they werent recycling the same sound over and over and over again didnt make other albums any less linkin park

[@gautham231989]

Agreed

[@Damkohler11]

During the livestream when Mike introduced all the band members, he introduced Emily then he said "And in the role of Chester Bennington is all of you". They aren't trying to replace him, they're starting something new. I'm all for it. I agree on the controversy points, though it's worth noting that Emily hasn't been seen around anyone from her previous ties for a decade. I prefer to give her a chance...I'm optimistic for the new album :)

[@Fallenhalo_Music]

This is the way I see it, Chester and his voice and lyrics helped so many people. This is a new era of the band and his lyrics are still going to reach people that may not have gotten the chance to experience Chester like we did. She isn’t replacing Chester, she’s helping keep Chester alive in all of us

[@johnhawkins_twa]

Mat - oh you were right, Chels - of course. that cracked me up. i disagree with you guys. love emily, love the song, think shes a great fit. wouldve hated having a chester sound a like come in instead. disagree with name change. i know its a different context but if bands changed their names based on losing a member we would have had van hagar and van cherone. its still the original founders of the band. i think this is going to bring in an entirely new set of fans, they'll dig in to the band's catalog and discover chester. that keeps chester's legacy alive and lets the band move forward. also allows fans that never saw the band live, a chance to do so. i saw a reactor have a complete emotions breakdown over the joy he felt when he/saw heard his favorite band playing his favorite song live for the first time in years. something he didn't think would ever happen again. I would suggest watching the 1 hour interview the band gave. might help some. anyway, completely understand your position and reasoning. mad respect.

[@Slippy6582]

Yeah, the interview on their channel is important IMO. I enjoyed that they are playing live again, that a album is going to come out etc., but i was not hyped, that changed after i watched that interview. Their album is going to be heavy and you can see how they all are on the same page, joking, smiling at each other and always mentioning Chester, how they wanna respect their fans opinions, not replace Chester, but moving forward and honor him and Emily actually was a HUGE Linkin Park fan growing up, so it is kinda cool TBH

[@danielflorio4739]

This is the most LP sounding song I’ve heard in years. What are you talking about? Love it! LP new era is exciting.

[@CoL_Drake]

this song finaly managed it to get linkin park their first #1 in the german charts, nice to see they get the love finaly they deserve here

[@Slippy6582]

4 people of LP are still in this band... Mike wrote almost all songs, they got all the rights in the world to continue as Linkin Park. I like Emily and Colin, they all are happy together, doing their jokes, the others are trying to honor their FRIEND. They were also friends after all and if Chester was known for something, it was to try to make everyone around him happy, no matter how miserable he felt. He is looking from above and is happy that they are together again, creative again and he would totally understand that they did not change the name.

[@TravieMoto]

Why does nobody realize Chester was the last member to join Linkin Park. The band was started by Mike. It's Mike's band. He can do what he wants. Nobody will ever fill Chester's shoes. But the show must go on as well.

[@Makaveli13Xroy]

funny you mention the word "shoes" ; ....... When emily sung that shit live and said "I don't know what you're expecting of me ...put under the pressure , of walking in your shoes " That shit gave me goose bumps

[@chrisstyles4630]

The band was actually started by rob & Brad mike was third to jion after rob & Brad invited him

[@TravieMoto]

@chrisstyles4630 negative. Rob and Brad didn't have a band hence them looking for another person to add "insert Mike" thus making the band Xero. Rob is no longer in the band so he literally doesn't matter in this topic. Brad and Mike are still leading Linkin Park with Mike doing more for the band than Brad. So it's Mike's band and he can do as he pleases as I'm 100% certain Brad is cool following Mike.

[@cliveklg7739]

@@chrisstyles4630 Mike does the vast majority of the song writing, so I call BS

[@daveakadodge]

The whole Scientology thing is weird but once you're in it's hard to get out. The thing with Scientology is she might not want to be a part of it. The church is known for going after people who leave and disown it by trying to destroy their lives. From looking at the lyrics from her other band she does seem to throw shade at them. That and the fact she cried more than a few times at the live show. It seems she more of a prisoner of Scientology than a follower.

[@themplar]

We dont bother when singers are christian. ANd thats way worse.

[@jww84]

Also remember she was born into it, she didn't get to choose.

[@Anavanceline]

And she dated a woman before, so it's not like she's following the church doctrines.

[@aparanoidandroid599]

Honestly who cares what her beliefs are? All religions can be equally ludicrous when you analyse their belief systems and mythos. And we shouldn't mock anyone's beliefs.... as long as she is a good human being I couldn't give a toss on what she gets up to in her personal life. I loved her vocals here and it really brought a tear to my eye....

[@chrisstyles4630]

Her other band dead by sara are all members too

[@oneshot_pacatt]

You gotta keep in mind being an OG fan is fine and all of Linkin Park. But….you gotta respect the fact that she IS good. She’s not replacing Chester she’s honoring his legacy by keeping this band alive. When i first heard her voice i knew instantly knew she was the one. (I also think you heard too many rumors and read too much into her background/past about what was going on before actually listening to the music and giving her a chance 🤷‍♂️)

[@MatandChelsReact]

We actually said we enjoyed Emily’s vocals so not sure how you heard the opposite.

[@mr.nervedamagegaming8050]

@@MatandChelsReact You guys very much mentioned how the music "doesn't hit the same", because of her perceived ties to scientology. That was one of the main points by @oneshot_pacatt, that something she was born into somehow prevents her from being aware of/speaking about mental health issues. That's not a fair take, and most signs point to her distancing herself from the cult, instead of embracing it. I listened to the track without knowing a single thing about her and loved the song. Vocally she's a great fit, and this track sounds more like LP than anything they've done since Meteora. It is what it is I suppose.

[@victorlanix8868]

I'm sure you were one of those who say that Linkin Park fans criticized the band for their last album. Chester, no one will replace him, I think you like other types of heavier music. and linkin park was never all in time like this. ​@@MatandChelsReact

[@rockallday0]

Dude really said, “it’s an ok song” lol he can’t even name a better rock song 💀

[@jw4792]

The thing is, they shouldn’t have to change their name. Mike started Linkin Park plain and simple. No one will ever replace Chester, but let’s remember that Linkin Park is Mikes and the remaining members. They shouldn’t have to change

[@jw4792]

Also gotta remember that just about everything music besides the lyrics was Mike.

[@Axel019mg]

Linkin Park is Linkin Park, not Chester and his gang. The band decided to write a new chapter in tribute to their friend while keeping their sonic essence and keeping the band alive, which is what Chester would have wanted.... welcome aboard those who wish to.

[@omarmartinez1215]

It's mikes and robs band though and she was born into scientology she didn't have a choice like alot of us growing up. She isn't in it anymore

[@joejaras9528]

Everyone is dwelling on the scientology part. But linkin park has always thought things thru completely. Her voice honors Chester not replacing him. And I think Mike and the band thought this thru for a long time. I respect their decisions as an OG linkin park fan. And will give emily a chance. Cuz even from one song and the live stuff that has been shown she completely honors Chester. I think people are being too hasty about it.

[@XKathXgames]

Emily was BORN into scientology so that wasn't her choice. She is also queer. So no shes not deep into that considering how that cult treats lgbt anything. So at least try to find out before going omg she doesn't feel what Chester felt. Also what Chester felt also took him away from us. Do you need your singers to be dying inside to like them?

[@TuneTamasha]

yeah chester screaming was him being happiest letting off steam, though he did seem happy in a different way also at smaller events like that carpool karaoke

[@juupajuu60]

Fan base ain't THAT divided anymore when "fans" and trolls moved on already lol.

[@zdenekdolezal9646]

Yes, we just fod out there is difference between Linkin Park fans and Chester Benington fans. Also 4% of "fans" make 90% of noise.

[@TuneTamasha]

yeah after the show and concert most of them disappeared

[@zdenekdolezal9646]

@@TuneTamasha Yeah sure, that is why they shouted her name during the show at least at 2 occasions and i've never saw more chearfull audience during the show than in Kia arena.

[@devongibson4161]

To quote Chester, “We’d like to think that our music will always be bigger than any one of our individual personalities”. I think a lot of people watching this change are grieving. Denial. Anger. Etc. Though there’s a lot of acceptance, as people recognize that Linkin Park doesn’t have any singular sound. Look at The Hunting Party, Minutes to Midnight, Hybrid Theory, Living Things. None are truly the same. Many people, when faced with grief, get tidally locked in the era when the loss occurred. I think that’s happening a lot amongst their fans. Also, we aren’t entitled to the name of their band or what the band represents. Many don’t realize that they feel a sense of entitlement to those things. I saw the same reaction from my friend when my brother died - they were friends too. He had this period of pushing to find out what happened when answers weren’t available. Looking for closure and justification from life that didn’t come in the way he wanted. It’s okay to grieve however we do. Just think more people might wanna see more clearly what they’re doing and why they’re doing it so they might stand a chance to process the feelings, as opposed to getting lost in the echo, if you will. A quote from Mike about Lost in the Echo, “The idea of the song and the video at its core really has to do with finding issues in the baggage that is weighing you down and letting go of it.” …A process I hope everyone can go through. And understanding that letting go doesn’t mean making it go away. It’s just letting go so it isn’t smothered. It can still be there, but it can be there and be free.

[@jobryanraharjo-vx1dx]

It's still sound like 'old school' Linkin Park and me as an LP fan personally really like it and also is very okay and acceptable they use LP name. Shit for any religious opinion and other bullshit thing about that as long as she doesn't use for propaganda or something but still create the music like LINKIN PARK songs as always in my opinion just go for it and let the dog barking... it doesn't matter

[@EpicHelios83]

Yeah, I agree with so much of what you guys have said. I was 16 when LP dropped their first music video. Liked them since day 1, but I became a hard-core fan as soon as I heard One Step Closer. Chester's voice and lyrics have gotten me through so much as a teenager and as an adult. Every Album from Hybrid Theory to One More Light has heavily influenced me and played a huge part in helping me deal with my own mental health issues. I gotta admit, I got emotional the first time watching this music video last week, being the first song to not feature Chester's vocals at all. All this being said, I am still open to giving Emily a chance. I'm not making my full decision on her until I get to hear the full From Zero album in November. Also, speaking on the Scientology stuff, I would agree if she joined with them and refused to cut ties, but that's not the case. Emily was BORN into Scientology, because of her parents belonging to it. I know very little about it, but I've seen her family would basically disown her if she even said anything negative about it publicly, so she's likely not even allowed to say publicly if she agrees with the practice or not, out of fear of losing her family. I believe she's LGBTQ, which is also against Scientology, so I think that means she's not really into it, other than her family ties, but I can't fully speak for her. Just sharing the little info I have. But otherwise, I get it. I can fully understand people being apprehensive with her being in the band and trying to carry on the Link Park name. Buy I do feel like people should at least attempt and wait to get full information and context before fully writing off the new lineup.

[@k-town873]

Let's recap the last months: - Oasis reunion - Linkin Park comeback - Ronnie Radke meltdown - Dave Grohl still fertile at 55 - Perry Farrell attacks Dave Navarro on stage Good ol' Rock'n'Roll is back 😂

[@overdev1993]

everybody seems to forget about Alex Terrible

[@IamtheLunchlady]

😂

[@joelwatkins]

This year's been wild hasn't it?

[@Sir_Scrypts]

Out of 100 YT reactions, you're the 1st to say it's not LP or sounds like LP. I literally spent entire days of watching reactions to The Emptiness Machine and you're the only ones who said that or gave constructive criticism to. What's shocking to me is that a majority of those reactors actually CRIED reacting to it, especially the Emily Armstrong part. I actually like the song, I think she has an amazing voice. I don't care if she's a Christian, Scientologist, or if she worships the Muffin Man or Tooth Fairy, religion should have nothing to do with how good or bad the person singing is, nor should it affect how others perceive the singing ability. It's like me saying all Christian singers sound a million times better than those that worship Satan. It just doesn't work that way and if you think the opposite, than your opinion means nothing to me. Not saying that's what I'm taking from your guys's reaction, but just pointing that out since you pointed out her Scientology background.

[@alexalvarezulloa3214]

Some people are Linking Park fans, some people are Chester Benington fans. And you guys... are the second type. And don't get me wrong because it's perfectly valid. But you really are just blocked in a single point of view regarding what a band must be. L P is and will continue L P, like all the inmortal bands before them, evolving and going ON.

[@diviengii]

Emily isnt trying to replace Chester, she is carrying his legacy. And she is a great fit for l.p. They kept the name so they can still sing their old songs.

[@debrisonne]

Bands change, it's common to switch drummer or guitarist. Why should they make a new band just because Chester is gone? Mike has always been the brain behind LP. Anyway, I like to hear different opinions. Love you both!

[@zdenekdolezal9646]

Exactly. Nightwish never rertanded. AC/DC never rebranded. Black Sabath never rebranded. Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Journey, Queen, Startovarius, Static-X, Arch Enamy and hundred others never rebranded. They still sounds like Linkin Park, similar rifs, same other singer, same people mostly. And especially same legacy - 17 years of old song to play.

[@MatandChelsReact]

All of these bands you mention in your comment didn’t have the lead singer take their life. Pretty sure Linkin Park is the first make that move.

[@zdenekdolezal9646]

@@MatandChelsReact Wayne Static overdosed himself. So willingly or unwillingly he did. And the band Static-X is named after him. Nevertheless for band what really Is the difference between leave a band oř leave whole life, except more pain and sadness. Band Is more than just singer and 4 of 5 remaining members wanted do continue. Saying they have rebranded because decision of one of them Is disrespect to all the others. They did not want to their mate be dead and quit the band. It Is their band too. And was named Linkin Park, not Bennington Park. EDIT: and what is disrespectful against their singer is not what fans should decide, but his family. His wife is OK with that. She was amongst first that shared their countdown and amongs first one that officially congratulated Emily on her instagram (well she gave her heart). So it is safe to say she at least new something about what they was preparing and with who and she at least did not take it badly. His oldest son is not OK with that tho, so even his family is split on their decision. Well yet he was on their first show anyway (which is hypoctytical to me).

[@masterblaster4354]

​@@zdenekdolezal9646 Mayhem as well

[@DegraTrip]

People are saying Linkin Park changed as if they were praising their later works when Chester was alive.

[@Metin2Fazelezz]

The fact this song works that good proof that linkin parj was not just chester, but yea we miss him ❤

[@cesargutierrez6292]

I know it's not the same.......But keep an opened mind!

[@Mudflap1974]

Sorry guys, the different band name thing is straight up goofy IMO. I actually think that is insulting to the guys that have been there since the beginning. Chester wasn't a founding member of the band, and the others have every right to continue on with their life work. Emily was born into Scientology, she can't control that. There is no evidence she is even active anymore, and if you know anything about Scientology, if she wants to publicly leave/disassociate it, she has to kiss her family and friends goodbye to do so. I don't see her doing that simply because internet haters want her to. I know plenty of Catholics and Jews that don't go to church anymore, and nobody is cancelling them for it.

[@MatandChelsReact]

It worked for Joy Division when they changed their name to New Order after the death of Ian Curtis. 🤷‍♂️

[@links1995]

It's still not the same. Like they said. Chester was NOT an founding Member. You are talking about LP like it was the Chester Show. I can understand if you don't like the new Era, but it's really disrespecting against Mike, Brad and Rob, who founded the Band. They are LP. Chester only joined in after the old Singer left. Mike chose Chester. And now he chose Emily. So can we stop with "Change your Name"? It's ridiculous. Really.

[@celestialdemon1316]

Nobody is saying it wouldn't work if they changed their name. The point is they don't have to, because Linkin Park is more than just Chester. If you don't feel that way, go listen to Grey Daze or Dead by Sunrise and see what you think. Keeping the original name after changing the lead singer has also worked very well. AC/DC had their biggest hits and best selling album after getting a new frontman.

[@choiyongjae]

​@@MatandChelsReact🤡 take

[@rockallday0]

lol it’s a great song! If this band was unknown not named Linkin Park, this song would put them on the map and make them famous.

[@TuneTamasha]

I feel like Emily distanced herself enough from everything by now and if you watch the sold out concerts she is doing more than we could hope for. She grew up on LP for one and has the emotions and range. They're trying to honor Chester and move on to new stuff slowly. While he sold the band to people, Mike was always the brains. And if they feel happy touring again then good for them that new and old fans can appreciate them.

[@Lelo885]

Heavy is the crown got me! Took me a long time to accept this. Had to listen many Times. You two are amazing❤

[@CJBackdraft]

Life goes on... Linkin Park goes on.... don't keep hanging on to something or someone who isn't here anymore.

[@CarlosHuiskens]

What I find so interesting is that many people who don't like it cannot for some reason disconnect Chester from Linkin Park. Why would they change their name? There is no band in the world that world change the name by which they are known simply because a band member passed away or isn't part of the band anymore. Just the idea that they should have changed the name is extremely disrespectful towards the rest of the band members that worked extremely hard just like Chester to bring Linkin Park to life. Let's get serious for a second. We all love Chester and what he created with Linkin Park. His Legacy will forever remain but we also have to acknowledge that his death took away everything Mike, Dave, Joe, Brad and Rob worked so hard for.

[@GambitArkana]

There are many bands that change singers. AC/DC, Van Halen, Journey, Black Sabbath.

[@MatandChelsReact]

🤔

[@marcbrunson6986]

Opinions are opinions and that's why they are not fact. Let's try this. Crawling, Heavy, Castle of Glass, Breaking the Habit, New Divide, and One More Light. Compare all of those and come at them from discovering Linkin Park at Hybrid Theory. Are they all songs that sound like LP? The band evolves and that is the best thing. AC/DC stayed the exact same but let themselves branch a little too.

[@ashleighwaldegrave7920]

It honestly sounds like you two made your mind up about the band before even listening to the song. I completely disagree with basically all of your points. There was nothing empty about this song for me. I think Emily is great. Chester was a big fan of hers and her of Chesters. Chester is gone. The band deserves to continue, and Emily is a great fit.

[@MatandChelsReact]

Weird, can’t find anything about Chester being a fan of Emily but there’s enough out there on Mike telling Chester they were going to replace him with a female lead and how sad he was by that.

[@galoa.vargas6894]

That's a totally valid point of view and a very respectful opinion! Personally, I don't share it. Sometimes we, general fans of something, get too emotionally attached to something in its shape, form, and time, and we don't give it a chance to evolve, grow, or change. Happens with all things like franchises (e.g. Star Wars) and even music bands. The case of Linkin' Park however is different because Chester passed away, and there is no way to reverse that or replace him, and therefore the band had to get someone who could perform the old stuff close enough without replacing him, and different enough to create a new identity. Personally, I like the new song, and that doesn't mean I won't be critical, but I think that letting go of what it was, and embracing what it could be, is a better choice than hating something because it evolved (in this case, forcefully). Finally, the "name of the band" issue: Chester was the frontman, yes, and most likely the voice we remember the most, but there are several other members in the band too. Metallica had its bassist pass away after 4 years of the band formation, and 40 years later they still honor him but they moved on. I prefer that route rather than just dismembering the entire band.

[@tinalschmidt-banks3415]

I love this song and I think she is a perfect fit and I am excited about this new direction they are going in. I think Chester was great but I think he gets entirely too much credit. Majority of the lyrics were written by Mike. Chester was not even a original member so it makes no sense to change the name. Chester is gone and it's time to move on to something new with the band. It's already #1 in Germany and that's never happened to Lincoln Park before. Alot of people are feeling this.

[@DaP84]

The instrumentation/composition sounds really Linkin Park to me. Like a mix of Living Things and Hunting Party. And her vocals adds a new dimension to this, both familiarity and a new element

[@UKPtrk]

Love y’all’s reviews. This one is obviously controversial, not your review but their decision. Personally I love the new song and new era for them. No one could replace Chester. His voice was one of a kind. He had the emotion, she brings a bit more of the anger side especially when you hear the live versions. I get almost a Lzzy Hale type sound from Emily. As far as her whole Scientology thing, do I agree with it? Absolutely not. But I’m not listening for her beliefs, I’m listening for the music. She’s probably dealing with a lot of shit being stuck in that cult since she was born into it. I’m happy for them moving on. I feel like she does Chester justice, especially in the live concert at the Kia Forum in LA, without being a replica of him. The old songs will always be there for us to listen to and I for one will never stop. But I still fully support them moving on and am excited to hear more new songs from them. And it’s nice seeing Mike actually seem happy again in the live shows

[@dubzilla87]

Changing the name makes no sense. When these guys tour, ppl are gonna want them to play the old songs. That's just fact. Eventually, they will have a catalogue full of newer material assuming they make more then one new album, but as of right now, of course they are going to have to play and sing the old songs and that's what the fans want (I know, because I was at the LA show and every one was hyped there). As far as the Scientology thing, all we know is that she is a 2nd gen Scientologist and was born into it. Its not clear how "into it she is" but based on her sexual orientation and material she has sang about in Dead Sara, it doesn't appear that she is a hardcore mbr. She cant come out and publicly say so without risk of losing all of her personal connections, and really, she doesnt owe us any kind of answers. She addressed the Danny Masterson thing and that is good enough for me.

[@coman6143]

Linkin Park fans are not divided. Linkin Park fans are in favor of Linkin Park. It's the fans - solely and exclusively - of Chester who are toxic. This is a fact. The new singer is great! 😍 I'm keeping my fingers crossed for Linkin Park as I have done since 2000! ❤ \m/-_-\m/

[@JuggleMyPickles]

Somehow I feel the complete opposite. It felt like the perfect fit and even though Chester's voice wasn't in the song. I could feel his energy in it. It's curious how much different the song can feel to us. I've had this song stuck in my head for days lol

[@andersschmidt1968]

Pure and honest reaction - that is why I stuck around until the end 😊

[@TravieMoto]

Also, if you listen closer to the song, it isn't about mental health. Sure you can take it that way. But the song is about the hate that they are about to get. They predicted it with this song.

[@Reephamike]

A lot of people said the same thing about A Thousand Suns and One More Light. They sound different every other album. I'm glad that they kept the name.

[@xDarkTrinityx]

I think they wanted to keep Linkin Park because it is still the rest of the band's band, they still want to perform the songs that have meaning to them. Watching the live performance, Mike looked soooo happy to be performing again and it made me happy and I loved hearing her do the old songs. She may not be the same power house as Chester but she can perform and maybe with time her voice will get even better. I think this first song they were trying to plan it out to be smart, have it sound like an old LP song for the familiarity and ease Emily into it rather than throwing her in everyones face out the gate. So yea, I think they're trying to be as mindful about the situation as they can be and their first album is called From Zero. Like Mike said during the audience when he was introducing the band members, "in the role of Chester Bennington, is all of you". Also imagine how now a new generation gets to grow up on a new LP.

[@Victor-ps6hp]

This sounded a lot like linkin park I loved it I’m ready for this new era Chester will never be forgotten but it’s time to move on. It might not be for everyone but at least give it a chance.

[@paulmeah6503]

Anyone can have there opinion, but here are some facts about the emptiness machine, it's just got there highest chart entry ever, Also the official video has over 20 million views in a week( that's just KZbin) you can argue with success

[@mikkoekstrom8678]

Nice. Finally reacting this

[@robertgoebel1432]

Bands change slipknot, three days grace, five finger death punch

[@JulitaPio]

I totally get you guys, I'm still not ready, wish them all the best with new singer, will keep an eye for new songs❤😊

[@Tj_Travels93]

This is nothing to do with Linkin Park, but both of Matt and Chels look so radiant and beautiful

[@dadazofikasi]

I Don't care What AGENDA Y'all like and Hold on into but Don't Force that into This group..Lets just Enjoy a Good Music From Them. Y'all don't like the New era From them, its FINE..You do you. As long they are still Here..We sure will Enjoy whatever Work/Music they created for us Fans. Chester will be Forever in our Heart. RIP CHESTER.

[@Metin2Fazelezz]

The argument with this is not linkin Park is weird cause they even changed with Chester so much. Rename same, makes no sense. Much live to all ❤ LETS FKING GO

[@hanleyhough3327]

I don’t know if you realize it but Chester sang from pain and depression and Emily sings from anger and rage and that could come from the possibility she’s pissed she got roped into the Scientology bullshit and she’s past it now looking back. She’s awesome and gets better every performance and idk how any linkin park fan can not enjoy seeing Mike and the other members with big ass smiles on their faces being so happy to be back after all the the shit they’ve been through

[@yetitobediscovered]

I personally haven't seen any evidence that she ever believed in scientology (I might have missed it). But I think just because she was at a rally we shouldn't immediately assume she is or was a scientologist. She could have gotten mixed up in the wrong crowd, or been uneducated and unaware of what she was attending.. Idk, I haven't done research, but I'm going to hope that linkin park did their research and believe her to be innocent until proven guilty. And I think its entirely logical that she may be scared to say anything specifically about it because from what i understand you really don't want to mess with sceintology. That being said, I hope it is something that she can address, and that she is in fact not a shitty person aka a scientologist.

[@consideredchaos]

It doesn’t matter who they would have gotten to be the next lead singer, people still wouldn’t have approved of anyone else. They sound great and that’s all that matters, just enjoy the music.

[@jordanhardy2007]

The one thing I like is that they are not keeping the band on the shelf for so many year's but this new chapter of linkin park is for the new generation but at the same time I do miss the old Linkin from the early 20s because I grew up listening to LP and yes Emily is not trying to replace Chester like what you both mentioned in this video but it felt like a different band in my opinion but they could suprise in the future to come /Rip Chester Bennington

[@n3493]

She is amazing. The song is amazing. Periodt.

[@MatandChelsReact]

We never said she wasn’t…

[@jhamilton1007]

This song was written by Mike and Joe.before Emily was even in the band. Mike didn't have Emily sing the song until after they had already written the album with her her. So, this song might not be totally indicative of the album.

[@Bigdogfindley]

I respect your opinions. I may not necessarily agree with them, but I am also an older generation (I assume) and think about things a little differently. The problem I'm having is in MANY comments sections (not necessarily here) like Emily's, LP's, reaction channels, etc. people talking about "mental health awareness" and "suicide prevention" and in the VERY NEXT BREATH spewing nothing but hate and vitriol for this woman and the choices this band has made. It shows SO much hypocrisy. I feel like this is Mike and the rest of the band healing and getting some closure. Does anyone ACTUALLY think Chester would want them to stop? Would he not want a whole new generation to hear his songs and feel his feelings in a live situation with others? This is simply a catalyst for THAT, IMHO.✌🤘❤

[@Darkham6]

I love as hell what they doing. For me sounds exatly like old LP. But I understand your opinion.

[@bgtragus]

I respect your opinion, but what would change if they change the group's name? They'll have the same vocalist, they'll play the same songs. If it's out of respect to Chester, I actually think that keeping the name is more meaningful than just changing it and then playing LP songs.

[@TAT3R_]

What people don’t get is Emily is not trying to fill Chester’s shoes its simply a new era like many are saying, I think Emily sounds very good but we will always remember Chester, obviously its not gonna hit the same but Chester will always live on in our hearts

[@sticknchell]

The band had 6 members. Chester was a part of it.he made his choice. The other members have decided to continue with their band. Why change the name of their band?

[@Franciscjoe]

I definitely understand what you guys are taking about and where you are coming from. Imagine how devastated the band must still be. To Me I think The Emptiness Machine is them asking for us the fan base. They know it’s difficult and different. But read those lyrics. It’s totally about the fear of going back into this and how we will receive it and constantly chasing approval even from your beloved fan base will keep you empty if you don’t find your own joy and purpose. Personally this band is very much still hurt and healing and they are looking to us while know that even full approval or rejection won’t bring their fulfillment. It was a lose lose. If they never made music again people would be asking for them. If they changed their name people would be mad. In the end doesn’t matter they are doing what feels right for them. I think you like all of us are still grieving the loss of Chester. You will realize ain’t nobody trying to replace. Hell Emily couldn’t even get through one of the old songs thinking about Chester. They need us now. And I’m here for them. They have given so much over the last 20 years be patient with them. Chester is immortal though all the records they’ve made over the last 20 years. He legacy will never be erased.

[@robertsegura8050]

AC/D Genesis Black Sabbath Queen Van Halen And More didn't change their name and they are doing fine.

[@MatandChelsReact]

It worked fine for Joy Division when they changed their name to New Order after the death of Ian Curtis and since that's closer to what happened with Chester and LP than any of the examples you mentioned, it was just a thought.

[@jamesmartin4679]

No Hate. Like most reacts. But ironic you don't realize the song is about you. Fans and family preventing them from moving on. Telling them how they should be and feel. You know who else wasn't original. Chester. He was one of 6. Chester fan girls drive mad. It is their band. For people whining about a guy who checked out should zip it or don't listen. Not required. But telling them they should stop because of Chester or change name because of Chester blah blah blah. Don't listen

[@act8998]

I think this song is as good as many of Linkin park old songs. Chester is a legend, no one can be compared to him. But Im all in for for the upcoming album and happy Mike get to put songs out again.

[@danielberger1378]

Imagine if they changed the name of the band, and then released this song.... Everybody would have been like "oh, this sounds so much like Linkin Park".... while they actually discussed exactly this topic within the band, a change of the name wouldn't have made any sense. I'm totally digging this song and I can't wait for what is coming.

[@azidihaqeem7882]

Can't wait for new album from zero ❤🔥😸

[@Makaveli13Xroy]

The live version is a million times better, not to mention she absolutely killed "Lying from you" "One step closer" the end of "numb" and "Faint" and "papercut"

[@rasmus9350]

cant believe he hate this

[@Mephisto401]

Chester was an amazing vocalist and nobody will ever replace him, but Linkin Park was more than just him. Chester had very little to do with the song writing and composing, and I think Mike and the rest of the band have every right to continue after such a long hiatus. I know this wasn't an easy decision for them, but they deserve to continue their musical journeys.

[@HeartagramGirl30]

I understand your opinions about the song & about Emily being the new vocalist. I kinda like her, it will just take time for me and others to adjust to hearing her vocals :) When Chester was in Linkin Park it made my heart happy as with many other peoples hearts and i loved every album the band made before Chester passed and still love them :)

[@barryharris4967]

She's not trying to fill Chester's shoes. In order to play the old Linkin Park songs they have to be Linkin Park.

[@martinar.9211]

It's kinda hard to hear you like that. Love your reactions , but from the start you were not curious and open , my opinion. We all move on, and Chester will never be forgotten. Whatever everyone has to hide behind their own doors, who am I to judge ? We all have chapters in our lifes that we won't read out loud. I love the energy and voice of Emily. But why did you react anyway,? Knowing these Scientology things? And it's a no go and has no place in your lifes? I also decide who's with me and have my standards, values ..but what does the music has to do with it? Take are 🫶🏻

[@JakeThrogmorton]

You can’t expect her to be as good as Chester it’ll never happen

[@jimigibsonhendrix]

Its the Mike shinoda Experience , LP was from 2000-2017

[@overkast6841]

New guitar player for all live shows as well. And they aren't trying to replicate Chester. They wanted to find a new path

[@janbecicka6491]

I'm totally fine with that, to me this song definitely sounds a lot like Linkin Park and Emily is an excellent singer. Nothing against your opinion, but I don't see why they should change their name. Linkin Park is not Chester Bennington. If we're supposed to take it that way, Mike started the band and it's his right to do with it as he sees fit. Sure, Chester defined the band as the most distinctive face for years and we all loved him. But it's not just about him. This is just a new era and I'm fully ready to give Emily a chance and enjoy Linkin Park again. But I accept that we don't all have to have the same opinion, that's fine.

[@ccbbh4477223]

Chester's shoes can NEVER be filled and that's why she's in the band now guys. Dont forget Linkin Park invited Chester to join.

[@ALROD]

There's also a new drummer - Colin Brittain

[@花XOI]

The distance between you on the thumbnail is just like my parents

[@MatandChelsReact]

This comment killed us!😂😂

[@jaricuri2743]

She don't need Chester's shoes, she has her own. Chester is gone, Linkin Park not. It is not a replacement. This is new begining......From Zero.

[@Blizzard0fHope]

bands move on with new members all the time without changing names. . . theres absolutly no reason to change the name

[@giggitywoo9884]

i respect ur take. however the livestream event sold me. that took me through a rollercoaster of emotions, it didnt matter to me that it was somebody else singing the songs. i got to go on a nostalgia trip together with alot of other linkin park fans. it was a special moment that i will never forget. going forward emily might not do it though. you could feel the pain in chesters voice in his songs, and i doubt you'll get that with emily but thats okay. this way linkin park lives on and will not be forgotten, we will come together and celebrate the old and the new. that makes me happy as someone who listened to linkin park growing up.

[@SpaceScorpio]

YOU GUYS TAKING THESE SO PERSONAL, UNDERSTAND THINGS CHANGE IN LIFE (EVOLUTION)

[@overdev1993]

I think the argument "they should change their name" is reaaally weak, a ton of bands changed band members (Black Sabbath, ACDC, Dragonforce, Infant Annihilator etc etc) and nobody wanted them to rename the band. it's still the Linkin Park sound in its core (even if they changed their style quiet a bit on almost each album) and there are still 4 of the original members. whats the point of renaming a band then? sure its not Chester but should they really find someone who sounds exactly like him? of course you dont have to like the new sound or singer. personally I love Emily and yes I was obsessed with LP in the mid 2000s, they were my favorite band back then and introduced me to heavier music.

[@MatandChelsReact]

Weak band examples considering none of them had a lead singer kill themselves. What happened to Nirvana, Soundgarden/Audioslave, Joy Division, or INXS.

[@mikeskates2502]

I agree they could have gone back to being called Zero and it would have been cool. I feel they kept the name the same out of respect for Chester. You guys shouldnt worry about others feelings on this, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Much respect you guys.

[@hunterwise5156]

I personally feel this song is Linkin Park personified but with different vocals. I agree Chester can't be replaced, he's arguably one of the greatest vocalists ever and he was a huge deal to me too. From Xero is the album name to signify that this is a new section in the Linkin Park career and it does genuinely work because of the crazy different genres they've done through their career and a female vocalist was right way to go to avoid as much comparison. Listen I get it and it's fine if you don't follow them and stuff moving but I 100% will be, to me they're carrying the legacy of Chester in a respectful way, the band knows better than anyone else what is right for Chester and the band as whole and that's why I'm being very open to this and am very excites for this. It's the first time they've shown true happiness in 7 years for obvious reasons but the fact that this Means so much to them is enough for me

[@Aquineth]

I think we as human beings owe it to each other to give everyone a chance. So many of us seem to have no tolerance for mistakes or imperfections of any kind. Everything has to be perfect, no one is allowed to screw up or be even remotely affiliated with anyone or anything controversial, even if the repercussions for severing said ties are extreme. I honestly feel sorry for Emily. Can you imagine being born into an insane religion you did not choose, discover that your friend whom you trusted is actually a rapist then be faced with extricating yourself from the controversies while the public jump to all sorts of unsubstantiated conclusions as they judge and destroy you for it? How must that feel? If Chester taught us anything in his life, it’s that we all suffer and struggle equally and we do so together, because suffering and struggle is part of being human. Is Emily Armstrong or any other human on this planet an exception to the rule? Is Emily’s suffering and struggle not valid? Does it not make her fit to sing and perform Chester’s songs? I think Mike and the rest of the band understand this and see Emily for who she really is. That’s why she was chosen. I think Chester would have chosen her as well.

[@KipDrordy666]

Chester was human being just like rest of us, and like the rest of us when we lose someone we all mourn then we all move on , every single one of us move on , we all have to go back to work , we all go on , Chester was a human being that will always be missed so it’s not fair that this band is told NOT to move on but rest of us can move on, these guys mourned for 7 years , way longer than rest of us , all they are doing is keeping that legacy alive 🤷🏻‍♂️ Also I think it’s really weird that y’all already had your minds made up before reacting to this song , those are strong enough feelings to not even react to this , when I know I won’t like something from start to finish I won’t watch it, so weird 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@carlosluiz78945]

It's 2024 and apparently it's only now that people have managed to use their gray matter and realize the obvious. Any band that loses its main artist and eventually replaces him will not be the same band, and that's trivial. It's the same name, the same songs, but the band isn't the same, and that's a good thing. Bringing in someone who was nothing more than a Chester cover would just show that the band died along with him. It's not the Linkin Park of 20 years ago, and I thought something as simple as that would be easy to understand, but for some, simple is too complicated. It's a new band, a new Linkin Park, and that's great - on its own terms. The old songs will always be there for anyone to hear, and anyone who understands that a Linkin Park without Chester is a new Linkin Park and is fine with that - after all, there's no reason not to be - will enjoy the new songs to the full, and I think they're happy that they're back, and back in style.

[@scharsigo]

And THAT's why I follow your reactions. You don't just praise everything but stick to your own taste and opinions while stay open to stuff. And I TOTALLY understand that Chester meant so much to you, I feel totally the same. From youth experiences to his private background stories. And I even agree more to what you are saying about Scientology. In my country they are not seen as a religion, they are forbidden and seen as a sect. One of your best reactions so far!

[@MatandChelsReact]

We appreciate your kind words on this one

[@templer1307]

She does not want to fit the shoes of Chester Bennington. Of course it is Linkin Park. It is the style of Linkin Park. Why should they change the name?