This comeback came with everything, including new show dates and a world tour.
After seven years without releasing new music, the Linkin Park is officially back! The band has announced the release of a new album, a fresh single and a new lineup. The single The Emptiness Machine is now available and is part of the new album From Zeroscheduled for release on November 15. This return came with everything, including new concert dates and a world tour.
New members
In addition to returning with new songs, the band also took the opportunity to announce its new line-up. Emily Armstrong and Colin Brittain are now officially part of Linkin Park. Emilywho was already known for her performance in the band Dead Saratakes on vocals alongside Shinodawhile Colinwho has worked with artists such as Illenium and G Fliptakes over the battery.
New album: ‘From Zero’
The biggest news is the new album From Zerothe first since 2017, which is scheduled for release this year, on November 15th. The album is a milestone for the band, which not only returned to composing, but also brought a new phase with the arrival of two new members. The album has 11 tracks, promises a new sound, but still faithful to Linkin Park’s roots. According to Shinodathe title From Zero refers to the beginning of the band, when it was still called Xero.
Before Linkin Park, our first band name was Xero. The title of this album refers both to those humble beginnings and to the journey we are currently on. Sonically and emotionally, it is about the past, present and future, embracing our signature sound but in a new and vibrant way. It was made with a deep appreciation for our new and old bandmates, our friends, our family and our fans. We are proud of what Linkin Park has become over the years and excited for the journey ahead,” Shinoda explains.
The tracklist has already been released, and in addition to the single The Emptiness Machineother songs like Cut The Bridge, Heavy Is The Crownand Good Things Go are already causing a buzz among fans.
New single: ‘The Emptiness Machine’
The return did not come empty-handed. The single The Emptiness Machine was released along with a music video (watch here). The track, according to Shinodabrings all the characteristic energy of Linkin Park, mixing the vocals of Emily Armstrong with the ”electronic and intense feel that fans love”. The song is now available on major platforms, and the video can be watched on YouTube.
Tour
As if that wasn’t enough, Linkin Park also announced a world tour, From Zero World Tourwhich will pass through six cities: Los Angeles, New York, Hamburg, London, Seoul and Bogotá. Tickets will be available for sale in the coming days, with an exclusive pre-sale for the fan club on September 6th.
In addition to the music and the tour, the band participated in an interview with the presenter Zane Lowefrom the Apple Musicwhere they talked about the process of creating the new album, the chemistry between the old and new members, and the future of the band. For fans who are eager for more details, the full interview is now available on the official website.
Mystery and countdown
Before the official announcement, Linkin Park kept the mystery alive for weeks. In late August, the band launched a countdown on their website and social media. When the clock hit zero, instead of revealing anything, a new countdown began, leaving fans even more curious. To attend the exclusive event that took place on September 5, select fans had to sign a confidentiality agreement to ensure that no information would be released ahead of time.
This suspense created countless theories on social media about what would come next. Now, with the release of The Emptiness Machine and the announcement of From Zerothe wait is over.
Source: Rollingstone
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