February 26, 2004
Review: Rap-rockers Linkin Park warms up its fans
My San Antonio, 02/26/04
The temperatures may have been dropping towards the freezing mark late Wednesday night but inside the Freeman Coliseum fans easily warmed up to Linkin Park's bubbling cauldron of rap-rock-metal fusion. Unleashing guitar fury and growling raps at industrial strength volume, Linkin Park smoked the sold-out house packed with hardcore fans.
Win a guitar signed by LP
Our Sports Center, 02/26/04
On Sunday, the Hartford Wolf Pack hockey team plays Springfield at 4:05 p.m., a silent auction will take place throughout the game to raise funds for the CCMC. Items such as autographed sports memorabilia, a two-night stay at Foxwoods Resort & Casino and a Squire Strat Fender Guitar signed by members of the bands Hoobastank, P.O.D., and Linkin Park will be up for grabs.
February 25, 2004
Audio interview with Brad and Chester
posted by Jas, 02/25/04
94.7 The Buzz has posted an audio interview (right click to save) with Brad and Chester where they talked about their summer plans and the new single and video. Thanks to mattandtattoo at LPMB for the link.
Jamelia covers 'Numb'
posted by Jas, 02/25/04
UK R&B singer, Jamelia performed a very soulful version of Linkin Park's 'Numb' on the Jo Whiley Show.
Linkin Park forges Texas ties
Houston Chronicle, 02/25/04
When the band returns to Houston tonight as the headliner at a sold-out Toyota Center, it does so as the first rock-rap darling of Texas. True, Linkin Park is from Los Angeles. But the band nearly stole the show from Metallica as the opening act of last year's Summer Sanitarium tour. Now, after turning parts of performances here and in Dallas into the CD/DVD Live In Texas, the adoption papers are ready to be signed.
The hopes of a dying genre chill in Linkin Park
Houston Press, 02/25/04
In a rap-rock world that spews more than its share of suspect rhetoric -- it's been a while since Fred Durst actually delivered a beatdown -- Linkin Park is more candid than calculating. It's fitting, then, that the sextet is the genre's last thriving band, having put out one of the top-selling albums of 2003, while Korn, Limp Bizkit and P.O.D. continued their recessions into rock history. Bassist Darren "Phoenix" Farrell isn't sure why it's happened that way.
February 24, 2004
2004 MTV Asia Awards video clip
posted by Jas, 02/24/04
I've added a video clip of LP's acceptance speech after winning the MTV Asia Awards couple of weeks ago. Just click the play button on the right frame to view it or right click on the download link to download the hi-res version.
Link' plays in our park
Oklahoma Daily, 02/24/04
Not many bands can claim their best achievement has been finding success in mediocrity, but there are always a handful that circumvent the standards. Linkin Park is the complete embodiment of this mentality, which was on display in full force at the Lloyd Noble Center on Sunday night.
Top 20 Concert Tours
San Francisco Chronicle, 02/24/04
The Top 20 Concert Tours ranks artists by average box office gross per city and includes the average ticket price for shows in North America. The previous week's ranking is in parentheses. The list is based on data provided to the trade publication Pollstar by concert promoters and venue managers. Linkin Park is ranked at #9
February 23, 2004
Q & A with Mike
NME, 02/23/04
The Q & A section on LPU is back, new question for Mike has been posted, if you're a member head over to LPUnderground.com to see the video clip
Big names join Download Festival line-up
NME, 02/23/04
The Distillers and The Hives are amongst the latest bands announced for the DOWNLOAD festival. The bands will join previously confirmed headliners Metallica and Linkin Park at the event, which takes place at Donington between June 5-6. Other new additions to the bill include Korn, Slipknot and Iggy Pop And The Stooges. This year's Download will include an earlier stint in Scotland when the festival hits Glasgow Green on June 2-3. Although the line-up will be slightly different, Metallica, Linkin Park and Machine Head are set to appear on the bill. Tickets are on sale now. For availability click here or call the NME Ticketline on 0870 1 663 663.
LP poster in Circus
posted by Jas, 02/23/04
March issue of Circus magazine has a double page poster of Linkin Park (Mike & Chester)
February 21, 2004
Meteora World Tour Contest
posted by Jas, 02/21/04
Your chance to win an autographed guitar signed by Story of the Year, Hoobastank, P.O.D and Linkin Park!
Josh Groban bridges genres
posted by Jas, 02/21/04
Included on an Internet-only version of classical-crossover artist Josh Groban's latest CD, "Closer", is a cover of the Linkin Park ballad 'My December'.
February 20, 2004
This Week's Hits: Linkin Park vs. Evanescence
About.com, 02/20/04
Linkin Park and Evanescence are battling for top honors in a narrow niche: Supposedly Alternative Band That's Really Mainstream. Both bands have a slight edge to their sound. Linkin Park has a fondess for rap and crunching guitars, combining heavy layers of sound and melancholy lyrics. In short, all the accouterments of today's alt rockers.
Linkin Park shoots to the top of the music heap with 'Meteora.'
The Oklahoman, 02/20/04
Drummer Rob Bourdon was late for his interview, but the Linkin Park Underground trumps anything else on the agenda. He was backstage with his bandmates at the Cox Arena in San Diego, signing posters and visiting with the Linkin Park faithful at a meet-and-greet for the LPU, the band's official fan club. Countless artists have rolled out the cliche that they are "doing it for the fans," but the top-selling rap-rock group has demonstrably stayed true to its commitment, playing members-only tours for the LPU.
February 19, 2004
Linkin Park announce third Projekt Revolution Tour
Business Wire, 02/19/04
Linkin Park will launch their third annual Projekt Revolution tour this summer. The highly anticipated tour will feature seminal artists Korn and Snoop Dogg. The summer tour will continue in the tradition of past Projekt Revolution tours, born on the idea of merging and showcasing a variety of music styles. Projekt Revolution began in 2002 with openers Cypress Hill, Adema and DJ Z-Trip. Last year's musical guests were Xzibit, Mudvayne and Blindside. Projekt Revolution begins July 23rd and goes through September 6th. Tour dates, cities, and additional artists to the line up will be announced shortly.
Linkin Park taking Snoop, Korn on Projekt Revolution Tour
MTV, 02/19/04
When Linkin Park began brainstorming for the third Projekt Revolution Tour, the band made a list that was basically a dream lineup. "And right off the bat, it was us and Korn and Snoop," Chester Bennington explained. "We made the phone calls and it was that simple."
Linkin Park, Korn, Snoop Team for Tour
Reuters, 02/19/04
Linkin Park will on Thursday announce details of its third Projekt Revolution tour, which will feature Korn, Snoop Dogg and two other artists to be confirmed at a later date.
February 14, 2004
LP won MTV Asia Awards
Seattle PI, 02/14/04
Linkin Park has won the two awards they were nominated in the 2004 MTV Asia Awards. They won Favourite Rock Act and the big kahuna, Favourite Video.
Loud, louder and loudest in Linkin Park concert
Seattle PI, 02/14/04
When Linkin Park's Meteora World Tour made its stop at the Tacoma Dome Friday night it could have been a scene straight out of "This is Spinal Tap," because the amplifiers were notched up to 11 for an evening of near-deafening arena rock.
February 13, 2004
Linkin Park proves persistent
The Columbian, 02/13/04
Many bands would not want to do anything to take the focus away from a current CD. While live records generally don't approach the popularity of studio albums, it seemed plausible that "Live in Texas" could deflect some attention from "Meteora" and perhaps even interrupt the CD's momentum. But Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington said he had few worries about "Live in Texas" doing anything to hurt "Meteora." In fact, he said the group already plans to release another single from the CD later this year. "I really don't know if we can steal 'Meteora's' thunder," he said. "I think it's had a pretty big bang so far."
Linkin Park keeps it lean, mean and clean
Portland Tribune, 02/13/04
Linkin Park tours so much that it has a recording studio in its drug- and booze-free bus. The band may be loved by teens, tweens, and even some of their parents for their cuss-free lyrics, but they're not especially into the role model thing. The members of this nu-metal outfit live simple lives simply so that they can get more work done.
Linkin Park a bit off
Canada.com, 02/13/04
Sextet's concert didn't reach anticipated heights but fans happy with four-band bill
Linkin Park may have staying power
Tribnet, 02/13/04
Linkin Park, the main attraction tonight at the Tacoma Dome, remains one of the biggest bands on the planet after exploding onto the airwaves with "Hybrid Theory" in 2000 - an album that's gone platinum eight times - and avoiding the sophomore jinx with "Meteora," the third best-selling disc of 2003 at just under 3.5 million units sold. Singer Chester Bennington shared his thoughts on the Southern California sextet's sustained success during a recent interview.
February 12, 2004
Linkin Park pumps up thousands of fans at E Center
Salt Lake Tribune, 02/12/04
West Valley City - So, who was louder here Tuesday night, Linkin Park or the crowd? It was the crowd, hands down.
Linkin Park: hard-hitting hybrid
The Oregonian, 02/12/04
A true voice of its generation, or just rap-metal trend-hoppers? Whichever way you'd call it, you can't deny that Linkin Park has crafted a blend of hard-rock roar, hip-hop beats and techno-industrial atmosphere that resonates with its fans, who have bought more than 10 million copies of the band's albums in just three years. P.O.D., Hoobastank and Story of the Year share the task of getting the joint rockin'. 7 p.m. Saturday, Memorial Coliseum; $40 advance, Ticketmaster; 503-224-4400.
February 11, 2004
Linkin Park Fan Goes Buck in Montreal
Chart Attack, 02/11/04
People respond to music in different ways. Some nod their head to the beat. Others like to tear it up in the pit. Then there are those who demonstrate their enthusiasm in their own special way. Linkin Park encountered one such fan at Montreal's Bell Centre, where they recently played as part of their Meteora World Tour. Guitarist Brad Delson remembers it as if it were yesterday.
Happy Birthday Mike
posted by Jas, 02/11/04
It's Shinnizle's Birthday today! Mike turns 27 today. Happy Birthday Mike
February 10, 2004
Mike & Rob at the Grammy After Party
posted by Jas, 02/10/04
The New York times has a report on OutKast Grammy party at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Mike and Rob were there and they were also at the Warner Entertainment Grammy party. Here are the pics, will try to get a larger version.
Linkin Park frontman falls ill, group readies new Singles
MTV, 02/10/04
Linkin Park were forced to cancel their Friday show in Inglewood, California. Doctors advised singer Chester Bennington, diagnosed with bronchitis and acute laryngitis, not to perform, a group spokesperson said. The concert has been rescheduled for March 15, the tour's new final date. Bennington was feeling under the weather during the band's show in Long Beach on Thursday, and the next morning his condition had worsened, the spokesperson said. Bennington has been resting over the weekend and hopes to be able to perform Tuesday night in West Valley City, Utah. LP's new single, "Lying From You," went to rock radio last week as the band's previous single, "Numb," continues to dominate airwaves. Their label plans to work "Numb" to pop stations until its appeal wanes, and then push the synth-pop hybrid "Breaking the Habit," the spokesperson said. Videos haven't been shot for either track.
Happening today, LP in Salt Lake
Salt Lake Tribune, 02/10/04
Rap-rock group Linkin Park has established itself as one of the country's biggest rock acts through the tried-and-true method of incessant touring, hitting the Salt Lake Valley tonight at 7 at West Valley City's E Center, 3200 S. Decker Lake Drive. Also on the bill are P.O.D., Hoobastank and Story of the Year. Tickets, $33.50, are available at all Smith's Tix outlets. Linkin Park, one of the country's biggest rock acts, plays the E Center tonight.
February 8, 2004
Interview with Chester and Mike & BTH single info
posted by Jas, 02/08/04
Lauren sent in scans of an interview with Chester and Mike from the February issue of Metal Edge. In the interview Mike said that they are working on the video for 'Breaking The Habit' and it's going to be animated.
POP QUIZ: Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park
posted by Jas, 02/08/04
So LP didn't win a Grammy tonight so what, let's move on, here's an interview with Mike from the San Francisco Chronicle
Grammy result
posted by Jas, 02/08/04
The award for Best Rock Instrumental Performance goes to Jeff Back, so LP didn't win :-( Here's the Winners List
Happy Birthday Phoenix
posted by Jas, 02/08/04
Hey! it's Darren's, Darrell's, Phi Phi's, Feenux', Dave's (take your pick) birthday today! The Bass Player Man turns 27 today, Happy Birthday Phoenix, we are all crossing our fingers for that Grammy tonight. Good luck! guys.
February 7, 2004
'Lying From You' single
posted by Jas, 02/07/04
This picture of the 'Lying From You' promo CD was posted on the Dutch LP Underground website. The CD has been sent out to radio stations in US, it is not known however if this is the official new single off Meteora
Right on the Money
NY Newsday, 02/07/04
If Grammy voters had truly started taking hip-hop more seriously, 50 Cent would be poised for a Norah-like sweep for his critically acclaimed bestselling debut, "Get Rich or Die Tryin.'" So would The Roots. If voters truly wanted to embrace R&B, Macy Gray would have a load of nominations. So would Mary J. Blige. If they wanted to help alternative rock, they would not offer a left-field best album nomination to the retro- blues of The White Stripes. They would go for the experimental, forward-looking rock of Radiohead. If voters wanted to truly embrace successful rockers, it would not hand out nods to Evanescence but Linkin Park.
February 6, 2004
L.A. show postponed
posted by Jas, 02/06/04
The official site reports that tonight's show at the Great Western Forum in Inglewood, Ca has been postponed. Chester is ill with bronchitis and acute laryngitis and has been advised not to perform. Tonight's show has been re-scheduled for Monday, March 15, if you already bought tickets to tonight's show, keep them, they will be honoured for the re-scheduled date. More info at LinkinPark.com. Take it easy Chaz, get well soon.
Traveling, success isn't easy, Linkin Park singer says
posted by Jas, 02/06/04
This article from Sun Herald is the same interview with Chester posted on Denver Post on Jan 30
Mike and Rob at Grammy Style Studio
Net Music Countdown, 02/06/04
Mike and Rob at the Grammy Style Studio, I only have thumbnails at the moment, will post a hi-res pics when I get them.
No Doubt, Linkin Park, Among Greats
Net Music Countdown, 02/06/04
MTV2 has listed their picks for the ten "Greatest Rock Bands in the Modern Era". In the same list as Nirvana and Radiohead, are Linkin Park and No Doubt, who are both on the charts this month. The top ten are: 1: Nirvana. 2: Metallica. 3: Guns N'Roses. 4: U2. 5: Radiohead. 6: Linkin Park. 7: Red Hot Chili Peppers. 8: Green Day. 9: Pearl Jam. 10: No Doubt
Out and about
The Salt Lake Tribune, 02/06/04
Meteoric success: Linkin Park has established itself as one of the country's biggest rock acts through the tried-and-true method of incessant touring. On Tuesday, the rap-rockers make their second Utah stop on the "Meteora" tour as part of a package that delivers considerably more bang for the concertgoer than most. In addition to Linkin Park, P.O.D., Hoobastank and Story of the Year fill out a bill that should have something to please almost anybody. One quibble: past Linkin Park packages featured a hot DJ spinning tunes between bands, and we haven't heard of one this year. Still, a $33.50 ticket for four bands is pretty good in this day and age. The show is Tuesday at West Valley City's E Center at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at all Smith's Tix outlets.
Five Majors Testing Sales of DualDisc Albums
Yahoo, 02/06/04
In a collaborative effort, all five major record labels have initiated test marketing of a dual-sided CD/DVD hybrid disc known as DualDisc. The companies have released a total of about 15 discs in Boston and Seattle, representatives confirm. Warner Music Group, a primary proponent of the DVD-Audio format, has released DualDisc albums by R.E.M., POD, Barenaked Ladies, Donald Fagen and Linkin Park. The CD side of the disc contains standard two-channel, 16-bit/44.1kHz audio, while the DVD side features a high-resolution, 5.1-channel mix of the album.
February 5, 2004
LP on the charts
Billboard, 02/05/04
The Offspring's "Hit That" gains 2-1 on Billboard's Modern Rock Tracks tally, ending the 12-week run of Linkin Park's "Numb."
February 4, 2004
LiveDaily interview with Phoenix
Chart Attack, 02/04/04
In this interview with LiveDaily, Phoenix talked about what excites Linkin Park, the new album and the band's history with its tourmates
Story Of The Year plan gun battle with Linkin Park
Chart Attack, 02/04/04
"We just bought a bunch of paintball guns," says Story Of The Year singer Marsala. "Every day off we find a little wooded area and shoot each other. It's probably not very safe. We just found out Linkin Park has paintball guns as well so when we all have a day off, we're gonna battle."
BMG posted 2003 profit due to strong year end-memo
Yahoo, 02/04/04
BMG, the world's fifth-largest record company, is set to report a profit in 2003 as successful releases boosted its fourth-quarter earnings, according to an internal memo obtained by Reuters on Tuesday. BMG's Nashville country music label, BMG Australia and UK and the Music Publishing label with hit performers, including Coldplay, Linkin Park and Justin Timberlake were among those contributing most to the profit, the letter said.
February 3, 2004
An interview with Rob
posted by Jas, 02/03/04
The January or February issue of Rolling Stone magazine has an interview with Rob, here's a transcript posted by ForgottenLPFan9 on the LP Underground message board.
Linkin Park to play Super Rock Festival
posted by Jas, 02/03/04
Portuguese website, Publico Online reports that Linkin Park will perform at this summer Super Rock Festival in Portugal. Here's a translation from Claudia:
The American bands Linkin Park and Korn are the two first bands to have confirmed their performance at the Super Bock Super Rock Festival, which, in its 10th installment, will be held from 9th to 11th June in Parque Tejo and Parque das Naçoes. Both bands will appear on the first day of the event, on June 9th. The bands, who have previously played 'live' in Portugal, are the most representative names of alternative metal worldwide. Linkin Park will present their latest release, "Live in Texas", while Korn will focus their performance on "Take A Look In The Mirror", their most recent CD.
Meteora World Tour tickets still available
LinkinPark.com, 02/03/04
Tickets for select shows on the Meteora World Tour are still available. Check out the Meteora World Tour Player for show dates and buy links to purchase tickets at a show near you.
LPU Signups at select CA shows on the Meteora World Tour
LinkinPark.com, 02/03/04
From the LP Newsletter: If you are planning on attending one of the 3 Southern California shows on the Meteora World Tour and are not yet a member of Linkin Park's Official Fan Club the LP Underground, you will have the opportunity to become a member on the spot! LP Underground booths will be set up at the Forum in Inglewood, at the Long Beach Arena in Long Beach, and at the Cox Arena in San Diego, at which you will be able to sign up for an LPU 3 membership with cash or a money order/cashier's check. At the LPU booth we will also be offering a special MWT LPU 3 Package. For an additional $10, you can add the Hybrid Theory 6 Song EP (not available for purchase anywhere else) and an LP Underground bumper sticker which you will receive on the spot- no wait time for the mail. Drop by the LPU booth to get more info on this.
February 2, 2004
Why 'Dear Diary' confessional rock songs are resonating with today's young listeners
Denver Post, 02/02/04
Rock has always been therapeutic. Be it the frenzied fandom of Elvis or the obsession with Metallica, music has been a central part of the teenage rite of release and rebellion. But only recently have rock artists completely made themselves available by opening up their lyrical diaries to detail-hungry fans. Emo's popularity has skyrocketed simultaneously with that of other hyper-personal trends in new media, including reality TV and LiveJournal.com. The result: Secrecy has given way to secret-sharing. "It's one of the reasons (our fans) like our music," said Chester Bennington, lead singer for the nu-metal emo act Linkin Park, which plays Colorado Springs' World Arena tonight. "We're talking about childhood memories and things that just happened to us along with things that might happen to us in the future. And even though we have those feelings (of insecurity), when they see us in person or on the DVD or on TV, we're also normal, nice people who treat others with respect." And it's mutually beneficial. Linkin Park's Bennington, already an all-out rock star at 27 years old, feels the anxiety. It's written - very plainly - all over his lyrics. But his release is performing. "I get to get up on stage every day and scream at people," Bennington said. And scream he does. "Linkin Park may upset some people," said Dave Landers, director of the Student Resource Center at St. Michaels College in Vermont, "but it really soothes some other people because they're like, 'I'm not alone in my pain or angst or fear.' Kids are looking for people to understand them. Young people communicate with us by their language and words but also by their behavior, and if we don't listen to them, they'll find another way for us to listen to them, and frankly, that's Columbine."
Linkin Park not yet a headliner
Minneapolis Star Tribune, 02/02/04
Linkin Park's climb to the top of the charts with hits such as "Crawling" and "Somewhere I Belong" has been rock's quickest ascent in years. Saturday's concert showed it might have been too abrupt. The Southern California sextet is not yet a convincing arena-rock headliner. Even at a short 90 minutes, its set was still only about half-great. For every one of the group's ecstatically received radio hits, there was another tune that dragged and/or showcased the melodramatic aspects of its misery-loving catharsis rock.
February 1, 2004
In the end, Linkin Park stands ahead of dullards
Chicago Tribune, 02/01/04
In retrospect, it's easy to explain how rap-metal upstarts Linkin Park achieved massive success even in the midst of a record-buying recession. For starters, the L.A. group smartly excised meathead misogyny from its otherwise standard issue mix, maximizing its appeal. But more important, Linkin Park made the breakthrough observation that the singing and mediocre rapping didn't have to be done by the same guy. It sounds simple, but in the future the divide and conquer approach might be studied like a classic Super Bowl play.
Linkin Park proves rap-rock's alive
The Capital Times, 02/01/04
Pop pundits declared rap-rock dead months ago, but Linkin Park's sold-out show at the Alliant Energy Center Friday night proved that the genre's combination of hip-hop and heavy guitars still has plenty of life left in it.
Angry nu-metal just a stroll for Linkin Park
Chicago Sun-Times, 02/01/04
Think of a Linkin Park concert not as just a rock show, but as a kind of group therapy. Thousands of fans -- mostly adolescents with a sprinkling of adults -- all come to commune with the Los Angeles-based group, to rage along to its raucous songs. Linkin Park delivered the angst for 80 blistering minutes on Thursday, headlining a sold-out show at the Allstate Arena that also included Story of the Year, Hoobastank and P.O.D.
