Why Did Linkin Park Break Up? Here’s What We Know

Linkin Park which was established in 1996, rose to international prominence with their debut album, Hybrid Theory released in 2000. Which was credentialed Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America. Linkin Park took a hiatus after long-time lead singer Chester Bennington committed suicide in July 2017. Bassist Dave Farrell disclosed the group was working on a new album in 2020. According to bassist Dave “Phoenix” Farrell, the remaining members of the band have indeed been writing new songs and working up new ideas.

When Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington died unexpectedly in 2017. Just a few weeks after yet another rockstar and one of his close mates, Chris Cornell died similarly. The music industry and the world lost one of the best singers. Since Bennington’s death, the group’s future has been uncertain, and fans are still curious to know if they’ll get a new vocalist. Despite the fact that no one could ever replace 1st. 

There have been several bands throughout musical history that have had their lead vocalist pass away and faced the very same difficulties in proceeding without them. To find their vocalist, some even produced a reality show. Linkin Park is no exception, as they continue to produce music and carry on Bennington’s legacy. But, as it turns out, we could hear from the band earlier than we expected. Here’s what we know about Why Did Linkin Park Break Up?.

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Why Did Linkin Park Break Up?

Why Did Linkin Park Break Up

Following the tragic suicide of Chester Bennington in 2017, enthusiasts began to wonder what will become of Linkin Park. Well, the group took a well-deserved break, but don’t worry, they’re not going anywhere. Linkin Park officially confirmed on October 29, 2021, that, while they are coming up with new music and potentially touring. Mike Shinoda also added that they don’t have the math worked out. While the latest release is on the way, Linkin Park has stated that fans should not anticipate any type of holographic experience in memory of Chester. Moreover, Shinoda disclosed that, while they’re not assertively looking for a new lead singer. They will certainly consider it if they come across anyone worthy of the position.

Linkin Park was left without its leading man after winning numerous awards. Including two Grammys, and achieving international success as one of the best bands in rock history. After his death, vocalist/rhythm guitarist Mike Shinoda, lead guitarist Brad Delson, bassist Dave Farrell, DJ/turntablist Joe Hahn, and drummer Rob Bourdon were left stunned and speechless.

The band had just released a new music video for their single “Talking to Myself” earlier that day when Bennington’s death was announced. You can imagine how surprised fans were to hear new songs and learn of Bennington’s death on the very same day.

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Why Did Linkin Park Break Up

The following day, the group canceled the remainder of their One More Light World Tour and released a statement saying that Our hearts are shattered. As we come to terms with what occurred, shockwaves of sadness and refusal continue to spread through our family. After holding a tribute show, the band took a hiatus to mourn their vocalist, and they’ve only recently started to come out of it.

Hologram tours have recently gained popularity in the entertainment industry. Through modern innovation, fans can see specific deceased artists. Linkin Park, on the other hand, has stated that they’ll never presume Bennington is still alive but will instead carry on in another way. “A hologram tour would be the worst,” Shinoda said of the idea.

In April 2020, bassist Dave Farrell disclosed that the band had begun writing new music before the pandemic. He informed Dan Nicholl that they’ve been writing and doing that as a band before this all began. At this moment they’re just doing Zoom gatherings to sit and eat together and catch up.  But they can’t get together and compose or do that entire thing. So he’s been working from home a little bit, coming up with ideas.  

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