Guitar Hero: Metallica ads
posted by Jas, 03/30/09 | share
No Linkin Park but I just had to share this if you haven't seen it already, check out the two ads for Guitar Hero Metallica that are bwahahaaa!! and awesome!.

Audio: Linkin Park live recordings
posted by Jas, 03/30/09 | share
LP Live has two exclusive live recordings up for download, they are from the Summer Sanitarium Tour recorded in Los Angeles, CA on August 9, 2003 (thanks to Felipeintheend for that) and Mark has uploaded a recording of the 2nd Summer Sonic show in Tokyo, recorded on August 3, 2006. Thanks guys!

Video: 2009 Kids Choice Awards
posted by Jas, 03/29/09 | share
A clip of the Benningtons at the 2009 Kids Choice Awards, download here. More photos added, some of the previous ones have been replaced with better versions.

Glorious Excess Dies coming in 2009
posted by Jas, 03/29/09 | share
Mike's second installment of his Glorious Excess art show will open at the Japanese American Museum late this year.

Chances are starting to look good that the second (and final) part of my GLORIOUS EXCESS art show will open to the Los Angeles public in the later part of this year. Although dates have not been officially confirmed, the art is coming together nicely. This show follows the story of our anti-hero as he overdoses on celebrity, overdoses on himself, and carves a path to superstar martyrdom. The official announcement and info will be posted here on mikeshinoda.com, of course. As usual, proceeds will go to charity (Music For Relief, Michael K. Shinoda endowed scholarship, JANM).

Photos: Chester at 2009 Kids Choice Awards
posted by Jas, 03/28/09 | share
The Bennington family attended the Kids Choice Awards this evening, Linkin Park lost the Favourite Music Group award to the Jonas Brothers, see some photos here, will add more when they are available.

Video: Interview with Chester
posted by Jas, 03/28/09 | share
Las Vegas Weekly has an interview with Chester at the opening of Club Tattoo in Las Vegas, download here.

Video: Interview with Joe
posted by Jas, 03/28/09 | share
Vinyl Addiction has an interview with Joe from his Suru-LA store, download here.

Nike iD Shoe Battle round 3
posted by Jas, 03/28/09 | share
From Joe's Suru blog: Today Joe goes up against Union in the Nike ID shoe battle. Joe has advanced to the 3rd Round and is amongst the final eight left standing. This round has been opened up to the public, so if you are in the area drop by The Montalbán located at 1615 Vine St. Hollywood CA 90028.

Linkin Park in the studio
posted by Jas, 03/28/09 | share
Mike has updated his blog with a photo of Rob in the studio and an update on the recording of Linkin Park's new album

We've been working on a new song in the past couple of weeks that has been a lot of fun. The backdrop for the song is built on layered, heavy synths and a sharp performance by Mr. Bourdon. We're keeping the drums a little looser on this track, not doing too much studio trickery...it creates a nice interplay between the organic feel of the rhythm track and the more robotic feel of the keyboards. Bass and guitar are next, meanwhile Chester and I are emailing lyric notes back and forth...

Chester Bennington opens Club Tattoo at Planet Hollywood
posted by Jas, 03/28/09 | share
Vegas Deluxe has an interview with Chester about the new Club Tattoo in Vegas and more photoshoot with Chester from photographer Jim Louvau here.

Photos: Club Tattoo Las Vegas photoshoot
posted by Jas, 03/25/09 | share
Photographer Erik Kabik has posted shots of the photoshoot he did of Chester, Sean and Thora Dowdell for the opening of Club Tattoo in Las Vegas on March 21.

Fresh Art/21 Questions: Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park
posted by Jas, 03/25/09 | share
FreshNerd has an interview with Mike, among questions asked are who he would save if both Chester and Brad are drowning, things that he actively boycotts, his favourite curse word, his advice for up and coming artists and more.

Linkin Park to play at Rock N Coke Festival in Turkey
posted by Jas, 03/25/09 | share
From LP.com: Linkin Park will be playing at the Rock N Coke Festival in Istanbul, Turkey on July 19. Tickets go on sale at 11am (local) on April 13 at http://www.biletix.com.

Julien-K talk Dead By Sunrise
posted by Jas, 03/25/09 | share
Julien-K talk about Chester and Dead By Sunrise in an interview with Mishmash magazine, watch video here

New Linkin Park album out early 2010
posted by Jas, 03/25/09 | share
Mike has update his blog with news about the release of Chester's Dead By Sunrise debut album and Linkin Park's new CD.

Anyway, we're still working hard on the new record, at home and in the studio. We've been meeting with producers and trying to make a schedule. Yesterday, we had a great talk about the details...we'd like to have Chester's Dead By Sunrise record out around the fall, and the new Linkin Park record in the earlier part of next year. We're working hard on lots of new music for you, and I can't wait 'til you get to hear it.

mike

Linkin Park to play Summer Rock Summit 2009 in Taiwan
posted by Jas, 03/23/09 | share
Kevin reports that Warner Music Taiwan have confirmed that Linkin Park will be playing at the 2009 Summer Rock Summit in Taipei, Taiwan on August 13. All-American Rejects and Hoobastank will be the supporting acts. The concert will be held at the Ban Chiao Stadium and will last for 4 hours, tickets will be onsale this weekend at the Rose record stores. LPU CD, "Songs From The Underground" will also be on sale and those who purchase it will also receive a 1 month free access to LP Underground. Confirmation from LP.com will be up soon. Thanks Kevin. Update: ffmuteki9 reports that a promp clip for the concert is now up on YouTube and according to LP.com you can also purchase tickets to the concert at http://www.ticket.com.tw starting April 4.

Vote for Linkin Park as Fuse's "Greatest Artist of All Time"
posted by Jas, 03/23/09 | share
From LP.com: In the spirit of the NCAA March Madness brackets, Fuse's Rock Madness pits 32 current Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Members against 32 potential future members. Fans create a bracket culminating in their pick for the ultimate artist. The winner will be determined by the number of fan votes, opinions of a panel of music experts and some cold hard stats. Vote for Linkin Park now at http://rockmadness.fuse.tv/a/home! Be sure to invite your Facebook friends to vote for Linkin Park as well!

Eric Lewis talks about Linkin Park
posted by Jas, 03/22/09 | share
Ted.com has an interview with jazz pianist Eric Lewis who recently said that when he first listened to Linkin Park, Chester's scream reminds him of John Coltrane. He also said that Linkin Park made him think of Miles Davis and Elvin Jones and Puccini.

I spent a period of time really despondent and upset with trying to fight through it all, and finally I managed to get my technique to a different level. I was listening one day to a record by Linkin Park called Meteora. It was the first time that I had ever purchased a rock record. Prior to that time, I was very much a jazz purist, and that's why I had gone so far in the jazz world. However, that purism didn't work for me. So then I finally broke that habit and checked out Linkin Park on the recommendation of some people who heard me describing something that I wanted to do in music. And it really opened me up.

I heard the song "Somewhere I Belong," and to hear Chester Bennington scream reminded me of Coltrane howling and wailing on the saxophone, and the harmonies they were using reminded me of Miles Davis, and reminded me of Puccini. And then the power of the drums reminded me of Elvin Jones. And the clarity of the bass reminded me of the power of the orchestra. Full interview.

Danny Cocke talks about working with Mike
posted by Jas, 03/22/09 | share
Sacramenton's local composer, Danny Cocke talks about meeting and working with Mike.

What's the story behind your work with Mike Shinoda?
Simplistic [Cocke's former band] made a four-song demo in September [2000]. It was the first time in a real studio, and we just went and played. We didn't know what the hell was going on—totally newbie kids. We made this demo, and Nick [bassist and vocalist] went to a Linkin Park concert and gave the demo to Mike—they would all come out and talk to the kids. And Mike called us two weeks later and said, "I really like your band; I want to meet you guys." So we went up to Yuba City when they were playing Ozzfest. And he's like, "I really like your guys' stuff. I either want to sign you guys or get you guys signed." Full interview.

Nike iD Shoe Battle round 2
posted by Jas, 03/22/09 | share
From Joe's Suru blog: This afternoon we went down to The Montalbán for round 2 of the NIKEiD Royale Tournament. The theme for this week was anything representing Los Angeles. Make sure to visit the Nike Sportswear website at nikesportswear.com later this week to vote for Joe's design to move him into the next round!

Happy Birthday Chester
posted by Jas, 03/20/09 | share
It's Chester's birthday today! he turns 33 today, Happy Birthday Chester, hey! how about we celebrate his birthday by donating to Team Linkin Park's Paypal Charity Smackdown, if everyone donate just $1 and tell your friends about it the team will win! I'm sure this would be the best birthday present we can give to Chester. So, donate today, grab the donation badge and post it on your blog and site and spread the word

New LPU videos
posted by Jas, 03/18//09 | share
Haven't log on to LPU in quite a while [hangs head in shame], two new LPU videos have been posted on LPU, one has Chester singing about unicorns and lollipops and the other is about Rob taking revenge after the guys made him play his solo set longer. Log on to LPUnderground.com to see them.

Video: Music for Relief messages from Brad
posted by Jas, 03/18/09 | share
We've seen the MFR message from Phoenix regarding the relief effort in Haiti, now there's another video with a message from Brad as well as the chance to hang out with Linkin Park in the studio, download here. While browsing the LP MySpace channel I noticed another message from Brad about the Australia bushfire which was posted last month, guess I missed it so download here.

Julien-K/Shinoda Death To Analog Remix
posted by Jas, 03/18/09 | share
Mike has posted on his blog his remix of Julien-K's 'Death To Analog'.

Paypal social media smackdown and fundraiser
posted by Jas, 03/16/09 | share
Beginning today, PayPal is challenging nine celebrity teams to raise the most money for their chosen charities via social media sites and blogs. Fans can help spread the word by copying their favorite celebrity's PayPal fundraising widget to their MySpace pages or personal web sites and encouraging friends to donate. On March 26, PayPal will announce the winner and make an additional donation to the winning celebrity's charity of choice. Linkin Park are one of the participating teams in the smackdown, at the time this is posted Team Linkin Park is at the bottom of the list, grab the widget for your site, blogs or social network pages to show your support for LP and don't forget to donate!

Linkin Park show added in Greece
posted by Jas, 03/16/09 | share
From LP.com: Linkin Park will perform at Terra Vibe Park in Athens, Greece on July 21. LP Underground members can purchase pre-sale tickets beginning Wednesday, March 18. Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, March 20 at 10:30AM (local) at http://www.ticketpro.gr.

Photos: Nike iD shoe battle
posted by Jas, 03/16/09 | share
Joe has updated his Suru blog with a couple of photos of him at the Nike iD Royal Tournament.

Interview with Scott Koziol
posted by Jas, 03/16/09 | share
LP American has an interview with Scott Koziol who was a temporary bassist of Linkin Park. He played for the 'One Step Closer' music video and left the band when Phoenix returned in 2000.

Video: Julien-K Death To Analog release party
posted by Jas, 03/15/09 | share
Chester attended Julien-K's Death To Analog release party last night and the band has posted a video clip on their YouTube channel, download here

Happy Birthday Joe
posted by Jas, 03/15/09 | share
It's Joe's birthday today! Happy Birthday Joe. Siby reports that Nike has just launched the Nike iD Royal Tournament. They are having an in-store East vs. West design competition at The Montalbán 1615 Vine Street Hollywood, CA 90028. Joe did a design and therefore also in the competition, vote for him here

Photos: Joe at Boa's 1st US album release party
posted by Jas, 03/15/09 | share
Some photos of Joe at Boa's first US album release party at Zune LA on March 3, 2009 in Los Angeles, California

Mike joins The Known Gallery
posted by Jas, 03/13/09 | share
Juxtopoz reports that Mike is the latest member of the Known Gallery, you can read his bio here.

"I spend a lot of time painting and working on the computer to create pieces that capture something about the strange experiences I've had while working and traveling," says the artist. "In the past few years, I've been able to show my stuff at a number of great galleries, and had the pleasure of collaborating on pieces with SEEN, Gary Baseman, Dalek, Greg 'Craola' Simkins, Mr. Hahn, and Jeff McMillan." Get to know Mike's artwork now at www.knowngallery.com

Austria Show Announced
posted by Jas, 03/13/09 | share
From LP.com: Linkin Park will be playing at Stadthalle in Graz, Austria on Thursday, July 23. LPU members can purchase pre-sale tickets starting Saturday, March 14 at 9am CET. Tickets go on sale to the public on Monday, March 16 at 9am CET at www.musicticket.at and www.oeticket.com.

Interview with Chester
posted by Jas, 03/12/09 | share
Olaf reports that there are two new interviews with Chester where he talked about his solo project Dead By Sunrise in April issue of Revolver and Blender magazines, you can see the scans at Chester Bennington Fansite and Linkin Lady respectively. Thanks Olaf.

More European Dates Announced - Germany
posted by Jas, 03/12/09 | share
From LP.com: Linkin Park will be playing two shows in Germany, at Canstatter Wasen in Stuttgart on July 30 and at Ferropolis in Graefenheinichen on August 2.Tickets go on sale for both shows on Friday, March 13 at 9am CET HERE. LPU members can purchase pre-sale tickets starting Wednesday, March 11.

Mandatory Metallica on Sirius
posted by Jas, 03/09/09 | share
SIRIUS XM Radio announced today that Metallica will host their own music channel on SIRIUS XM. Mandatory Metallica will be broadcast on SIRIUS channel 27 and XM channel 42 and will debut on Saturday, March 14 starting at 6:00 pm ET and run through Monday, April 13 at 3:00 am ET. The launch of SIRIUS XM's Mandatory Metallica channel coincides with the band's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on April 4, 2009. As we all know the show will feature exclusive interviews with other artists including Linkin Park sharing their personal insights about Metallica's influence on music. Full press release.

Linkin Park Announces Show in Switzerland
posted by Jas, 03/09/09 | share
From LP.com: Linkin Park will be playing at Hallenstadion in Zurich, Switzerland on July 28. LP Underground members will be able to purchase pre-sale tickets starting Tuesday, March 10 at 8am (local). Tickets go on sale to the public on Wednesday, March 11 at 8am (local) HERE. LP Underground members have the opportunities for ticket pre-sales and meet & greets with the band. Go to www.lpunderground.com and join today!

Linkin Park Announces Show in Russia
posted by Jas, 03/08/09 | share
From LP.com: Linkin Park will play the Tuborg Greenfest in St. Petersburg, Russia on July 26. Pre-sale tickets for LPU members go on sale Monday, March 9 at 10am (local) until Friday, March 13 at 7pm (local). Tickets go on sale to the public on Monday, March 16 at 10am (local) at www.muzbilet.ru or by calling +7 812 303 33 33. More details coming soon! To take advantage of this and other pre-sale opportunities as well as chances for meet & greets with the band, join LP Underground today!

Photos: Joe at DJ Rocky Rock birthday party
posted by Jas, 03/08/09 | share
Joe attended the birthday party for DJ Rocky Rock at Vanguard in Hollywood last month, haven't got the time to add the pics to the gallery so see them here, here and here. DCMA has a photo of Mike at their store. Thanks to Adriana for the tips.

Mike & Kitaro in Toyo's Camera soundtrack
posted by Jas, 03/05/09 | share
World renowned and Grammy winner Japanese musician, Kitaro and Mike have provided music for the soundtrack of a film called "Toyo's Camera". The documentary is about Japanese-American History during WWII captured through the lens of photographer Toyo Miyatake. Fort Minor's 'Kenji' will be played during the end credit. The CD soundtrack will be released on March 10 on Domo Records. The film will premiere at Monica 4-Plex in Santa Monica, for one week only starting March 6.

Toyo's Camera is a collaboration of world-renowned artists including Photographers: Toyo Miyatake, Ansel Adams, Edward Weston, Musicians: Kitaro, Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park) and Film Director: Junichi Suzuki. Toyo's Camera is a documentary told through Toyo's photographs. While cameras were prohibited in internment camps, there was one photographer who smuggled in a lens and built a camera with it, to capture life behind barbed wires. That photographer was Toyo Miyatake. Toyo's photographs of the internment camp capture the compelling stories of Japanese-Americans during World War II in the feature documentary Toyo's Camera. Full press release.

Club Tattoo Las Vegas opens today
posted by Jas, 03/05/09 | share
From CB.com: The new Club Tattoo store in Planet Hollywood opens today! If you live in the area be sure to stop by and check it out.

Mike & Kenna's new collaboration
posted by Jas, 03/04/09 | share
Mark reports that Kenna will be working with Mike on a new EP entitled "MSTSMF Outtakes"

RJ: What can fans expect to hear on Sounds for Flight?
K: The unexpected. It's nothing like anything anyone has heard before. I've already started that as well — I'm two songs in. So that album is definitely going to be an interesting departure. I might actually put one more EP out before those Atlanta Air Chronicles, but I'm not sure yet. I'm just deciding right now. One that's a Make Sure They See My Face revisited that kind of has songs that didn't make the record, and the Cool Kids version of "Loose Wires" and an addendum to "Loose Wires," and the "Black Goodbye Ride" song that I did with Questlove and something I did with Mike Shinoda, and something I did with James Valentine from Maroon 5. We'll see. I'm in the middle of it right now. Thanks To Dre. Full interview.

LPU giveaways
posted by Jas, 03/02/09 | share
Not much to report except that LPU is having March Madness giveaway every Monday at LPU MySpace, this week you have a chance to win a Hybrid Theory EP. A limited-edition Linkin Park Minutes to Midnight t-shirt is available for purchase at the LPU Store, 50% of all proceeds benefit Music for Relief's aid to victims of the Australian Bushfires. Ooo.. have you seen the new Terminator Salvation trailer? mega awesome! would be interesting to see which robots will win at the box office this summer.

watch in glorious HD

Kids Choice Awards, Vote now!
posted by Jas, 03/02/09 | share
Voting for the Kids' Choice Awards is now opened, Linkin Park are nominated for Favourite Music Group, they are up against Daughtry, Jonas Brothers and Pussycat Dolls. Click here to vote for LP, results will be telecast live on Nickelodeon on Saturday, March 28 at 8-9:30 p.m. ET/PT, there will also be a live webcast at Nick.com the same night starting at 7 pm ET.

New Club Tattoo photoshoot
posted by Jas, 03/01/09 | share
Adriana reports that photographer Jim Louvau did a photoshoot with Chester recently to promote the new Club Tattoo in Las Vegas and he has posted some photos on his blog and his assistant, Luke Holwerda has also posted some behind the scenes photos here. Thanks Adriana.