New Delhi:
Linkin Park is back. The iconic ’90s rock band announced its return on Thursday during a livestream event. The group revealed plans for a world tour and a studio album this fall. The reunion comes seven years after the lead singer Chester Bennington died by suicide in 2017 and the band has taken a break. Emily Armstrong, formerly of the rock band Dead Sara, will join as co-lead vocalist with Mike Shinoda. Guitarist Brad Delson, DJ Joe Hahn and bassist Phoenix, who have been part of Linkin Park since 1996, will return. They have also added songwriter and producer Colin Brittain as their new drummer, who will replace Rob Bourdon.
Linkin Park will mark their return with the release of their upcoming eighth studio album From Scratch on November 15th. The lead single, The Void Machinereleased on Thursday.
In a lengthy post shared on Instagram, the band shared their expectations for the upcoming tour. An excerpt from the note read: “Bringing our vision to life is the culmination of many twists and turns as we continue our unique journey together as a band. We couldn’t do this without believing in what’s possible, even when things seem impossible; without the ability to listen, especially when emotions run deep; and without the support and love of everyone around us. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”
Linkin Park is one of the best-selling bands of the 21st century, with over 100 million records sold worldwide. After more than 20 years on the global music scene, the band has announced an indefinite contract. gap in 2017 following the death of lead singer Chester Bennington. The remaining members had no intention of “trying to restart” the band, but nevertheless found a “special kinship” with Emily Armstrong and drummer Colin Brittain, a press release said.
Linkin Park will kick off their music tour on September 11 at the Kia Forum in Inglewood. The band will also visit New York, Hamburg, Germany, London, Seoul and Bogota on the tour.