Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park - KROQ Interview: September 18 2017 - One More Light, Chester Bennington

Mike Shinoda on KROQ discussing Linkin Park, fans, Chester Bennington tribute show and the song One More Light.
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[@oli.chatterjee]

Nothing gives me more joy than listening to Mike speak.

[@vpprimcess]

Oli Chatterjee I've said for years I could listen to him describe paint drying. I loved Chester, but I worship Mike. I just love him so much.

[@FLAME-XIII]

good to hear Mike's laugh

[@hajekviktoria1980]

I'm crying :'(

[@rekahasulyo]

me too

[@smile4mesunshine.always.224]

Velma Warren seriously???? Why the F are you here? Shame on both of you! Obviously you are just a sick pariah. You need a LOT of help. This forum is not for this kind of shit. Just go the fuck away!

[@smile4mesunshine.always.224]

Krissy Kaotic , thank you so much! I'm kinda new to this and didn't even think of that. I was so shocked that people would do something so disrespectful :( Anyway, YOU are amazing ! Keep shining 💖

[@dngrouscrgo]

smile4me sunshine how are you not able to realise that this is a spam bot?

[@suicidal.session]

Just the pure... pain in his voice. There were a few moments where he clearly was getting really close to tears. But he kept his head up and looked at the better things. This is what we all need to do in these times. Much love to every single one of you out there. Every. Single. One. ❤️

[@adamfromflorida]

"But the sound of your voice, puts the pain in reverse. No surrender. No illusions. And for better or worse"

[@suicidal.session]

MegaCrasherMusic I didn't say that. Of course you can cry and grieve. But you can keep your head up and look at the better things at the same time. I have lost someone special to me, and it's ongoing because they're still here and it seems to worsen the longer I'm around. I know it's not always easy to be upbeat and happy because I almost never am, but I just wanted to possibly help someone else feel better. I'm sorry I offended you.

[@robjr.5719]

It's so damn hard to listen to this without choking up every other minute while wiping tears off my face ... I can't imagine the emotions on October 27th..

[@jescareno8332]

Rob Jr. What's gonna happen October 27?

[@angeblake]

Rob Jr. You spoke exactly what I feel

[@IceGirl2772]

+El Tio Brizu The band's doing a tribute concert for Chester at the Hollywood Bowl.

[@Josh__777]

Thats the same day that some dumbass says the world is going to end at that day (I dont believe that)

[@ronaldov09]

Pretty sure its the 23rd when the world is apparently supposed to end.....again.....for the hundredth time.

[@kansha3503]

How strong Mike is. There's no denying the pain and sorrow he is still going through yet he talks about being grateful to fans and about Chester's amazing personality. I wouldn't mind the rollercoaster of emotions during the event I would love to laugh with them about good memories, cry with them over the huge void left behind, and celebrate Chester with the guys But I live miles and miles away in a far away country.

[@udasan]

Same as me. I live so far away too! :'(

[@oliviasangra4624]

same...

[@SonyStarTV13]

same. I live in Europe so ... :(

[@racheljagielski5517]

IcantPickaBias same

[@racheljagielski5517]

Couldn't have said it better myself

[@oli.chatterjee]

thank you so much, i was freaking out because i couldn't find a proper link to listen to it online, thank you thank you thank you

[@jasminw2221]

To hear Mikes voice again after this long time.. makes me so fucking cry.. I'm so glad to hear him..

[@razrhiannaspiers8506]

This interview made me cry! As well as the One More Light music video! I'm still crying now!

[@RobbyRayRana]

Rhianna C Spiers Me too. Was not expecting to feel so much today.

[@AndreaAth]

I still can't watch it...

[@missylyngarcia8476]

Just keep going L.P. I love you Mike Shinoda

[@dravenbbs66]

Lee Lyn without Chester there is no Linkin Park. That's just my opinion.

[@missylyngarcia8476]

Draven BBS we have to move on❤❤❤ yeah linkinpark will never be the same again but we have to accept the fact that he is gone!!! Even me myself still living in denial, it hurts, hope that you found peace Chester if where you are now..💋❤❤❤

[@dravenbbs66]

Lee Lyn You're right we have to move on. It's going to be hard but it has to happen. I'm still shocked he's gone I miss Chester so much 😭. God bless you ❤️❤️❤️

[@DimiusG]

It's true, he's gone and it won't be the same, but these dudes will always be family and I personally want them to continue to make music together as Linkin Park. I think Chester would want them to continue as well.

[@missylyngarcia8476]

Dimius you nailed it 😊😊😊 lets support them all the way..❤❤❤

[@yukihanna6519]

At 4:49 Mike's voice is breaking tho😭

[@gabiazevedorj]

hanamimi yes, It makes me cry too

[@suicidal.session]

When he said that "sometimes that's enough," I think we all thought the same thing afterwards, including Mike. :'(

[@yukihanna6519]

Beezeecade yeah...💔

[@matuk3200]

Yeah. It's also pretty raspy and about two notes lower. Chester broke Mike Shinoda's heart

[@ririsasy]

hanamimi I am fucking Crying

[@Ooooooooooooooooooooooo]

Mike's voice... OMG, it's like a voice of very close person. Quiet and so pleasant... Glad to hear this like I see the light in the end of tonnel. I will love them forever. So disapointed that couldn't be on the show... but I hope that I can see it with your eyes guys here... How r u all, guys?

[@StarMintaka]

Анастасия Медведева До сих пор не могу в это поверить. Это так больно. Но я пытаюсь, пытаюсь

[@poseiidon725]

"celebrate life in honor of Chester Bennington" I can't explain how happy I am that they do it that way.

[@gabiazevedorj]

How I missed this Voice! I love Mike more than word can explain.

[@udasan]

Can't. Stop. Crying. **wipes tears** Mike sounded upbeat at the beginning, yes, but the moment he talked about One More Light, it's clear that he's holding himself back from breaking, especially at @4:49 when he talked about Chester sang the song. And he sounded sad ever since. I wonder who was it that's so scared to go on stage again, whether it's Rob or Brad who have been so quiet since the tragedy 2 months ago. I hope this tribute concert to Chester will be the start of the healing process for all of them and will continue to do so for the rest of their lives.

[@liam.9965]

It´s like medicine to hear his voice again

[@jeanmcmahon6090]

Lia M. Yes absolutely

[@Melissa.Garrett]

One thing that's upset me the most about Chester's death has been the way the media has talked about nothing *but* his death - very few have bothered to remember the life that came before and everything this wonderful man contributed. Although it breaks my heart imagining how scared the guys must be to perform again, I'm so proud of them for making this about his LIFE. They've handled this with such dignity and grace, and not allowed Chester to become overshadowed by his passing. I love you, LP.

[@udasan]

What a great comment! I agree with you! :")

[@mathies3598]

Melissa .Garrett never expect media to come up with more than the straight facts...

[@clariiin]

thank you so much for this

[@lnwxay]

I love how Mike is always the heart of the band, speaking out, taking care of everybody, being positive and strong. Mike is an amazing person, you can clearly see he's always having fun doing music and enjoys it so much, and at the same time it is so heartbreaking thinking about Chester, who struggled all those years trying to fight the "darkness" that followed him and now, listening to his voice.. we can all hear the pain in it. I am sure it is extremely hard for everyone in the band and their whole LP family to go through this, but I am so happy that Mike is the same strong positive person, who tries to take the best out of everything. This show is going to be the closure we all need. I am so thankful Talida is speaking out and trying to be positive, helping people, and I know Mike will do the same. Thank you guys, for real.

[@triplehelix247]

lnwxay he's the glue

[@Lace26]

We love Mike!

[@courage3001]

He's like the father figure of the band.

[@jorgecaimanque6951]

I'm happy that Mike is fine, he's really proud of their fans

[@kylehegedus6219]

Happy Birthday, Talinda. Hope you're okay. *hugs

[@selinmadran8363]

"Hey I'm thinking about you. I care. And sometimes that's enough." Well.. Freaking true. It's so relieving to hear his strong words too, though.

[@mycatismolly]

First time I've heard an interview from Mike or even anyone in Linkin Park since Chester's passing. God bless.

[@Mysteriuminiquitatis1998]

RSP Shout is this the first interview he’s has had since Chester passed?

[@amybaynard8644]

tangelai0111 yes it is.

[@vlazurah789]

4:52 I thought he was going to cry.. this is so fucking sad man But life goes on :(

[@myglitterblossom]

My heart breaks for mike. He lost his best friend:(

[@helenaustin1934]

Candy Miller feel his pain xx

[@danielmendez7468]

Thank you very much for this link. Chester we miss you, and as Mike has said, you are a wonderful person who gave us strength and positive things despite that "dark side" that gave fuel and energy to Linkin Park. LA will give you the tribute you deserve. A big hug for LP and LP fans.

[@lalalakia]

This all just feels so incredibly surreal. I still just can't believe it. LP has meant so much to me for so many years of my life. My heart breaks over and over with such an incredible loss of a powerful artist and person.

[@LaceFX]

THANK YOU for sharing. I was just finished watching the One More Light video and my heart was completely shattered. I was walking around NYC aimlessly. Hearing Mike and his sense of humor and the band's bravery in wanting to perform for us! Made me feel better! Thank you soo much

[@lostchildtales]

U can feel his voice almost on the brink of breaking so many times....especially when he talks about OML... He had to gulp and compose himself... Can't imagine what they're going through. 27th Oct is gonna be one hell of a rough day! #lpfamily #always

[@bakedpatticakes9932]

Every time Chester screamed "I do" toward the end of One More Light=goosebumps.

[@mav8535]

Interviewer: "... we are glad that you guys are doing well ..ih...you now...in spite of" Mike: "mhh". So telling.

[@sermilion_audio]

bbtalk27 damn, you guys are so ungrateful. These guys brought you the interview to you. And means we'll when he say that. And obviously they are doing well. They are planning events and stuff. Ok, well. Who cares.

[@johantitulaer1052]

I also find it weird that the interviewer said in a disinterested way about Talinda that "she's awesome". I don't know if it's me but how the hell can he know she's awesome and why is that relevant. Also when they're talking about things that are way off the topic of Chester Bennington's death. It just makes the interview sound weird and insincere.

[@Lace26]

Mikes lost a lot of weight

[@Lace26]

Agreed. Bless him.

[@AltFreak25]

That line at the end by Mike is the best. "Thanks to everybody listening too." I felt that. It truly is great to hear from them again despite everything.

[@xBeyondMystery]

Thank you so much for sharing this, I'm glad to hear his voice.

[@athosaegon]

I can hear the pain in his voice, it's so clear... But that has only increased my love and respect for Mike. In spite of everything that has happened and how it affects him, he still talked to us. And not only through social media but now also on the radio. I can't even imagine how he - and the other guys&Chesters family of course - must feel. The fact that he reaches out to us is just... it's just downright special and emotional and ugh I don't even have the words. I'm really fucking proud of him, and I know that the LP family will always have not only his back, but also the other guys' and Chesters family their backs. One day at a time. We will remember Chester forever

[@Lace26]

Totally agree. So much respect to poor Mike

[@thecrazygirlfamily2635]

I could only get to "well it's been two months since chester passed away" before breaking down 😔

[@chazhartwayne6493]

Mike is such a strong person ;_;

[@hao2504]

Thanks much for this :) It's rly great to hear his voice after this time. I hope that the event will be available online to watch. It'd be great :)

[@klaudia6383]

Still can't believe it, wish it was nightmare :'(

[@kylehegedus6219]

Mike is such a great guy!!!

[@renatoshima7618]

Thank you guys of LPA , we appreciate your job and efforts.

[@leeredpath1]

Can't wait to see it. Chester was a god! L.P smash it for Chester. X

[@amardeep851]

I can sense the pain in his voice

[@safecampdee]

amardeep rehal same here

[@WeirdEdz]

amardeep rehal I just started and when he asked him how he's doing u can tell by how he said okay that's theres so much pain inside :(

[@amardeep851]

yeah, like If you see his previous interviews, his voice is like a jolly fellow but this one, it's like holding so much back, but you can't throw up because there are 100 million people following you. I hope he doesn't breaks down during LA show like corey taylor.

[@pawpawpaw471]

amardeep rehal if he breaks down thats ok coz he's closest to chester, even we break down when we are just fans and just watch their videos. He's only human. And chester was their friend and frontman. He has every right to break down. U get what i mean?

[@amardeep851]

Yes do I strongly agree with you, it's just sad like movie trailer where you have that first part shown success, happiness, etc and then, the dark part - "from here everything won't be the same". waiting for October.

[@kikkettinacucciola92]

Thank you for this interview.

[@jenn_vjjks7124]

Thnk u

[@juanurrutia4534]

Thanks so much LPAssociation. It's amazing hear the mike voice. Blessings from Chile

[@jovan5472]

This is the only thing why I would want Time Portal

[@keshiwg5297]

Thanks for this! Tried so hard to live stream. Heart still breaks for Chester :(

[@MaryAnnVanMeter]

I actually feel panicked when I think of a world without Chester!

[@aishwaryashankar273]

You can actually hear mike's voice breaking 😭

[@Lace26]

:( Bless him.

[@liseronliseron9997]

In most of the interviews mike and chester were together, fucking sad now Mike is alone and he's in pain 😭

[@crystalgail8603]

Thank you, thank you for posting this ❤️😘💕👍

[@pawpawpaw471]

"It's gonna be a roller coaster of emotions..." Man, that got me really teared up. Imagining mike holding back tears and desperate not to sob on stage, just like what chester did while singing one more light at jimmy kimmel live in memory of chris.

[@expansionpackdeluxe636]

I don't think that he will hold back his tears or any bandmate durng the concert. Like he said on Twitter "We will be playing, laughing, and crying together at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 27th, in honor of Chester. Love you guys." Link: twitter.com/mikeshinoda/status/909807664732954624

[@pandapoof8798]

I cried during this whole interview.

[@blackmarya]

thanks so much for uploading!

[@ririsasy]

Mike, stay strong, we love you so much and thankful for the way you handling this extremely difficult time.

[@yellwell993]

Thanks for uploading

[@lucyp837]

This is so emotional but it's so good to hear his voice again ❤

[@tacianasouza5946]

Really great to hear your voice!

[@brennanhm]

I really admire Mike Shinoda. Not only is he an incredibly gifted and hard-working artist, but always communicates with such a positive attitude, even during a dark time like this. Thanks for all the epic music and inspiration.

[@UlrikeLP]

#fuckdepression #wemissyouchester #MakeChesterProud We love you so much. We always support you ❣️💔

[@motherofgod24]

Ulrike 1978 you dont have to cuss you dont look any cooler

[@Josh__777]

Chester's death was a very painful memory but I cant believe that Mike can hold in all that sadness

[@MrKBruss]

Imagine them live. Everytime Chesters part comes they play it with the pc, and evryone cries :(

[@alexandremozin5099]

It’s so hard to see that things are moving on without Chester, those 2 month felt kind of empty for me, and for a lot of people here i guess... But it really helps to hear mike’s voice... Thank you LPA to share this with us ! Does anyone know if there will be a live stream of the show ? Anyway, i think it’s such a symbolic date to honor his memory, just a few days after hybrid theory’s birthday.

[@Kevin.7.]

I just can't believe that Chester is not here. We miss you man, you are not just one more light, you are a part of us, a part of our childhood. Thanks for this interview, Mike. You all are the best!

[@kellelam5168]

I think this is the first time mike spoke out since Chester passed. I can't imagine how hard it is for him to not just start breaking out. You can tell he is trying hard to stay positive. I love how strong they all are ❤️ linkin park forever!!

[@AmitDasMahapatra]

Thank you Mike it was so good to hear you ♥

[@Sl3z]

I was my whole life a big fan of this band and there is this last consert! as a normal guy from vienna i guess there is never been a way to get there and listen to them but i hope they stream the shit out of there so i can watch it at home

[@expansionpackdeluxe636]

They should stream it on their KZbin channel so they could reach even more people to warch the Concert.

[@BeefStakewithButterandGarlic]

The "Two months since Chester passed away..." was enough thank you... bye

[@tonyaflorida]

Oh, Mike... I am and then I am not looking forward to October 27. This is going to be hard.

[@sunshine7193]

happy birthday talinda😙 we love you and you're kids.

[@faint442008]

Been a fan of the band since the first album so i've certainly had a connection with the band. I love this interview though, it's nice to hear from the band and how they're doing and what's happening

[@deepcovergecko]

Linkin Park is good music. Glad I got to catch this interview

[@wolf_gang_248]

Holding back tears ):

[@1747CT]

Hearing Mike speak of Chester in past tense is so heart wrenching.

[@vineetnove]

Thank you for posting this!

[@donnasanchez63]

So glad everyone is doing well. It was good to hear Mikes voice again. Thank you for the interview KROQ.

[@lizetterose6193]

I'm crying so hard it's blurry but Mike and the rest of the band member, we are here for you. We care❤️ Any LP fans who think the world will be better without them, fck no. You are so worth it. Remember us fans are here for you too❤️

[@andreabeeler5448]

It is so good to hear Mike's voice and to hear his laugh again. I miss Chester so much and you can clearly hear that he does too and still has a lot of pain. Chester and Mike were huge inspirations for me and with Chester being gone, Mike is still something/someone I look to to smile when I have needed it (probably more than ever) these past two months. I love LP so much. ❤️ I hope the others are doing okay as well.

[@Whopcap]

Stay strong everyone

[@gracegarcia7945]

I HEAR YOU MIKE & I FEEL YOUR PAIN OF LOSING SOMEONE YOU LOVED & CARE DEEPLY ABOUT! WE ARE HEAR FOR YOU, JOE, DAVE, ROB, & BRAD!!

[@luciaona9477]

Como tw extraño Chester la banda que ara sin ti has dejado un vacío en el corazón y en el alma tanto dolor 😢

[@CrossKiryu]

I got my tickets to this show today. I hope this will be a good time for everyone, and a source of some closure.

[@Jimmyfly215]

man I hope they get good video and audio of this show. I can't get to LA!

[@melina-re2ns]

Mike is so strong, I am so proud of him and LP. Its a heavy time for them, for us, for all fans. Its good to hear him. Stay strong, guys

[@UnknownBehaviour]

mike is such a nice guy... I love mike

[@imperiospice]

💜 for every soldier #lponefamily

[@froztbite15]

So great to hear Mike in an interview like this. You can tell how broken up he is, but he's still keeping his head up. Good for you Mike. Stay strong, Shinoda. The fans still need Linkin Park. We need you guys.

[@keepmovn8039]

Mike shnizzle - The Glue. He's like that one really good friend who neutral things up so everything doesnt falls apart. Great individual.

[@expansionpackdeluxe636]

Chester was calling him Mike Shnizzle as a joke. There is a video where Chester was calling Mike names like Spike Minoda. XD

[@MyNameIsSonsky]

thanks for sharing this. really glad to hear Mike's voice again

[@ejicon3099]

You can hear it in his voice that he's still hurt. I feel for the guy but it's pretty amazing to hear his voice and to hear Kevin and Bean lift his spirits up. Good interview.

[@greenpea957]

Ej Icon you can't get over a death of your loved ones...you just need to live with it. Someday it will be easy, someday it will be not.

[@smile4mesunshine.always.224]

Rest in paradise, Chester! To say you'll be missed is the understatement of the decade. Wherever you are, know that you are loved. ...And you always will be 💛 Sending strength to the incredible members of Linkin Park and to every fan who may need a little extra love today, tomorrow and for always. Hugs from Cape Breton

[@lauragadille3384]

Loosing Chester and my best friend Becky is so heartbreaking. Thank you for the song.

[@EsfelVengance]

Laura Gadille stay strong. 💪

[@charlene608]

Please stay strong..

[@remains_BS]

Stay strong

[@StarMintaka]

I'm so sorry

[@newunderground1806]

Finding out they're honoring his passing on my birthday just made my day.

[@phoebexo401]

Really hope they live stream October 27th 🙏

[@AnaCarolina-wu5jf]

Thank you so much

[@hassankabash2180]

Thank you for this interview

[@ayeeeeeitsrachel]

it's so good to hear his voice. the guys are so strong and i know that they're gonna get through this even though the hole in their hearts will never be filled by anyone else ever again. i miss Chester so much and i know that he'd be proud of everything the guys are doing. i love them so much and hearing Mike's voice and his laugh gives me comfort in this hard time ❤️

[@LizziCloverman]

thanks for uploading this! ❤

[@MiMi2oO]

I respect them so much for going on that stage in October. I really hope it's gonna be livestream too Thank you for uploading this

[@ironick5]

This is hard.... tq LPA for this interview

[@amardeep851]

3:20 "one more light" - how this idea pop out - heart breaking story

[@ciarahenry369]

Thanks for uploading this. Means alot