Linkin Park was the ultimate hotspot for anyone diving into alternative rock and nu-metal in the 2000s. Their genre-bending magic and meteoric rise made them a touchstone for millennials, long before the digital steam took over the scene. From dominating physical album sales to making rounds on every playlist over and over, Linkin Park was on top of their game until the world was rocked by the demise of their iconic lead singer, Chester Bennington. But now, seven years since their last global hit, the band is back with a new lead singer, Emily Armstrong, finally ready to turn the page and ignite a new chapter.

For the curious minds, here is everything to know about Armstrong, the new voice stepping in for Bennington.

It has been seven long years since Chester Bennington, the heart and soul of Linkin Park, took his final bow and crossed that big ol’ rainbow bridge. Fast forward to now, and the bandmates have finally dusted off their guitars and decided it is time for a fresh start. On Thursday, during a live performance, they introduced their new co-vocalist, Emily Armstrong from Dead Sara. Along with the big reveal, a new single, ‘The Emptiness Machine’ accompanied. 

This is the band's first music drop in seven years and the lead track from their upcoming album, ‘From Zero.’ Dropping on November 15 via Warner Records, it is their first full-length since 2017’s ‘One More Light,’ which landed just two months before Chester Bennington’s passing. Enter Emily Armstrong, the LA rock powerhouse often called the “Janis Joplin for the arena rock age,” she founded Dead Sara in 2005, and with heavy influences from Nirvana and L7, she also slays on the bass.

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The new track is all about channeling that classic Linkin Park vibe, and let us just say, it is a masterclass in rock Renaissance! However, Emily Armstrong is not the only new face in this exciting chapter—a fresh drummer has joined the crew to bring some serious rhythm to the mix.

Linkin Park is back in action, and they have definitely taken their sweet time to ensure their comeback lives up to Chester Bennington’s legendary legacy. But, good things come to those who wait, right? Plus, Emily Armstrong is not the only fresh face—Colin Brittain, songwriting and producing genius behind G Flip, Illenium, and One OK Rock, is now on drums, helping to make sure this comeback rocks every playlist out there.

As the press release reveals, Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Phoenix, and Joe Hahn have been quietly regrouping over the years, reconnecting rather than just hitting the reset button. In this process, they have found a great new groove with Armstrong and drummer Colin Brittain. This new era is ready to mash up the past, present, and future with Linkin Park’s iconic flair. While plenty of artists have made a comeback this year, none have rocked and rolled quite like this one!

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