“You’ll hear him say everything from, ‘I never wanted it to be a single’ to ‘I hated the song’”: The huge Linkin Park hit that Chester Bennington didn’t even want on the best-selling rock album of the 21st century
Update: 2025-11-01
Description
Hybrid Theory's Impact: Linkin Park's Debut Album and the Birth of 'In The End'On November 1st, we delve into the groundbreaking debut album of Linkin Park, Hybrid Theory, released in 2000. This album, with its unique blend of metal, rap, electronic sounds, and catchy pop choruses, sold over 20 million copies and revolutionized music. Founding member Mike Shinoda shares insights on the album's creation, particularly the hit single In The End. Born out of frustration in a Los Angeles rehearsal space, In The End resonated with listeners due to its raw emotion and relatable lyrics about hopelessness and uncertainty. Despite initial doubts, the song became a global phenomenon, filling arenas and solidifying Linkin Park's status as a major force in music.
The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Comments
In Channel




