That's a horrible perspective. We're all humans. More than anything, Chester's legacy was about how challenging that human experience can be. That is literally the basis for the music. Emily is a shitty human... literally the antithesis of the message in the music.
That can be a dangerous mindset, Emily is now one of the most influential singers in the world, we have to make sure she doesn’t try any funny business
I find it hard to listen to Linkin Park without Chester, but I wish the band good luck. Chester was a kind soul, I'm sure he wouldn't judge and I won't either. Guys, enjoy life.
Brad is still with the band and has full involvement with the new songs, he just doesn't play the live shows, and Rob quit like 7 years ago. Great reaction!
@@omarmartinez1215 he said in the instagram he won't be touring and Mike said in the discord he don't like loud places, but since they really wanted him to be in the band they agreed to have him in a studio position, he's involved in everythign except performing live.
Seen them 3 times ( 2004 Lisbon and 2014 and 2017 in London. I will see them in London next week too. last time in 2017 I met them backstage at the O2 in the LPU meet and great and got my HT signed by everyone . (Been LPU since 2003 and fan since end of 2000.) Watching this band live is just an electrifying, powerful, emotional and happy experience. Only feel this with LP.
I’m very fortunate to have seen them at least 5 times beforehand! And like you I wasn’t sure about the expensive ticket, but didn’t want to miss this opportunity, so I paid. Absolutely no regrets! It was amazing! Totally teared up at Waiting for the End. I’m glad Brad is still apart of the music, but I definitely missed him. Can’t wait for the new album!
Yes, Waiting For the End always gets me! But hearing it in another voice, that is not Chester's is less heartbreaking, sad, but at least I don't wanna cry as much as when i hear it sang by him :"(((
I never got to see the band live either and I’ve been listening to them since 2005. Look up the band Hybrid Theory. They are a very good tribute band. The singer sounds just like Chester. Still, I love the direction the band is going in, I love the new song and I can’t wait to hear the new album. I would’ve loved to see them in NYC (tomorrow), but I couldn’t make it this time around. Crossing my fingers they are closer to me next year🤞
Be thankful you’re going, I tried to get tickets for the o2, but by the time I had the chance, sold out, plus I’d have to take time off work….., and I’ve not seen them live
@@Sacrifice-Paid Some tickets for the O2 are still available at stubhub, but they are expensive and the fees stubhub is charging can be 50% of the ticket price on top... 😖
@@bertoluccib6175 it’s sickening that people go buy tickets with 1 intention, to make money on reselling, why not just let genuine fans buy the damn tickets in the 1st place, can I afford the prices I’ve seen, maybe, but that’s not the point, I stopped scrolling at £250
I was there too. Really cool to hear another soul's perspective. I miss Chester, we all miss Chester. It still hurts that we can't see him live anymore but... we're humans, we're resilient and adaptable. We move forward and stay focused on the path. Likewise, I expect Linkin Park to evolve, grow, and move forward as well. Never forget, but always evolving. The show was amazing, and I sang my fucking heart out. Love all you guys.
I think Emily is the perfect match for the Band, even though i was like "hmm can this work with a female voice" oh hell yes it can! I also think her and Mike's voice just harmonize so well together. And she got that 80's rock chick in her voice which i love, on top she can scream very well. I watched recordings of both the live stream and the whole LA show and i must say you see how nervous she is and who can blame her? I mean this is this one time in her life opportunity and i think she is crushing it. I also think she made great progress between those two shows, i think after this first tour she will be perfect. And for all those saying she doesn't hit every note like Chester did... i was at 3 Linkin Park concerts.. Chester didn't hit every note. But Chester had this special something about him and his voice and i feel Emily got it too but in a different way. But to sum it up, i think Emily is not the choice for everybody, but give her a fair chance and don't compare her with Chester. There is a reason the Album is called from Zero. This is not the replacing of Chester in my eyes, this is a new start to further the stories of Linkin Park.
Nice video!! i was fortunate enough to see Chester live in 2017 i belive (could be late 2016). I was 20 and a fan since forever and they came to my city (live in Brazil) and of course i went, and it was without any doubt the best show a have ever went to BY FAR, but i'm loving Emily and i'm very excited for this new album and the future of the band
I appreciate your thoughts, Lilia. Thanks for sharing them! I am super stoked about seeing them live again, this time with Emily et al. My first ever international concert was Linkin Park in 2012, I was only 14 at the time. Still one of the, if not the absolute best day of my life. I will cherish that memory forever. But just know that every tour is unique, and while you may feel jealous for not having seen them live with Chester, know that I am super jealous of not being able to see them live now with Emily! Hahahaha. Hopeful for next year tho! Be safe and take care, cheers
I have been fortunate to know someone who has gotten me access to many many LP shows. I was not able to make it to LA but I did see a full live stream of it. Although Chester and Emily are different, the energy, vibe, and feel of the show was spot on. Chester is a one of a kind singer but he even had off nights at shows. I heard his voice crack or that he sounded tired. Emily was so much stronger then the live stream which you could tell she was super nervous as anyone would be.
Well I'm envious,this is the only band left that I would love to see,although I'd just sob all the way though with so many emotions,as like you I don't care about controversy just love the music❤
SOOOOO happy for you!!! Watched someone's record of the show, so touching... I cried when Mike sang "Leave out all the rest" dunno it just was like... from the bottom of his heart. yeah, it feels bittersweet, but also happy for them too and can't wait to hear new album. also i found it funny to hear "хотдоги" at the end of video in my native language ahah XDD
Nice video, I had the blessing of seeing them live in Mexico in 2015 with the Hunting party tour, I hope they return to Mexico next year🤘🏻🔥 i'm excited for this new era of my favorite band❤️
I'm so happy for you. I have never been at LP concert & LP changed my whole life and opened the world of music for me. Also real happy for the people who live in normal countries.
So so happy for them, very excited to see what the future holds. I also did see them once with Chester luckily, at Download 2014/15 they played Hybrid Theory in it's entirety!
I think the only time i recall seeing them in concert was in a lineup with Deftones, Limp Bizkit, mudvayne, and Metallica as the headliner. It was a fantastic show!
queens of the stone age had vocal changes over the years too. there's always some people who prefer to get stuck in the past and ignore that the train is moving forward. everyones allowed to not go to the shows anymore and only listen to old stuff. I went to a lot of festivals and so was always able to see LP over the years. but never been to their solo shows. though with emily I think I might go , even tho I hate big concerts. their arena stage looks so cool, if they build such a stage in every city next year, I will definately go if its not too overpized. I saw mikes twitch streams during covid. I felt really sorry for him cause he was trying to hard to continue music but it seemed like he didnt know what to do. emily is the best that could happen to LP, she will evolve LP into new heights.
I saw them live in 2015, I think. I've of the best shows I've seen. I had tickets to see them again a couple weeks before we lost Bennington. I love the new song though, really looking forward to the new album. A very special band and on thrilled their continuing.
Happy to see videos like these. I had the privilege of seeing Linkin Park back in 2014 at the Hollywood Bowl. It was amazing. Probably of the happiest days of my life. Chester truly was a legend and I'm glad I was able to have that experience at least once. Fastforward to this year, it's kind of crazy that I met Mike back in January, then got lucky and got an entry to the Secret show and THEN I saw them at the Kia Forum... what a time to be alive!!!
I saw them three times from 2003 to 2007, and they put on a HELL of a show. I WISH I could have made this show (live just 2 hours away in San Diego, but too short notice to make it happen!) I'm SO glad you and all the other fans that have never been able to see them before got to experience it! I'll be camping out the lines for the 2025 shows!
The September 11, 2024 show as an amazing celebration of the return of LP, the start of the next chapter with Emily and Collin, amazing music and of course EVERYONE in the Kia Forum Singing for Chester!
Thank you for your vlog! :D I have yet to see Linkin Park myself, and I'm eagerly awaiting for a future tour I can make. I share your jealousy for those who have been able to see them live when Chester was around.
I’ve seen them live twice (London and Amsterdam). Both great experiences. From what I’ve seen of the live show at the Kia Forum, I can tell that the energy is still very much Linkin Park. I’m a bit bummed I can’t see them on this small comeback tour, but I will get tickets for a show of their world tour next year, of that I have no doubt. High hopes for the new album and the full tour of this new evolution of the band.
Emily is a true STAR in her own right, her work with "Dead Sara" is superb, well deserved recognition. 🌟 I agree, not fair to compare. ✌🏽 I don't care for the moronic gossip, (it's great publicity either way), her personal life quests or ex-boyfriends are her private life. This music collab is on fire, these guys deserve to continue honoring Chester and this bands' legacy. ⚡ LOVE & blessings to all. ✨ 🌟 🌜 🌞 🌻 🙌🏼 💛 🕊 🕉 🙏🏽
As much as I love songs from One more Light, and I think Emily would kill it on Heavy. I can't that song breaks a part of me. November 15th is the day we get the new album. I'm ready to hear it.
She sounded 1000% better than that first concert (livestream), which I thought she did well but this was far better. This concert was magic to watch. She was amazing. By mid-tour she'll sit better with the old songs. I'm not concerned about that too much, I'm much more interested in how she sounds with the new stuff, the songs that were written for her voice (the new album). But yeah, this over 2hr concert, Emily's performance was incredible. "My December" sounded so beautiful with her voice. And I'm glad you you care more about the music than the controversy.
You're lucky you saw them! LP is THE BEST. I saw them live three times, yes, with Chester. The first time was the Meteoria tour at the Forum! They were fantastic and, yeah, Chester live was transcendent. The one celebrity death that truly truly affected me. But I'm definitely liking their new direction. Thanks for this review. I had thought about going but just couldn't make it happen.
Very interesting video keep the good work up! I was thinking about going to their show in Hamburg (Germany) but all the tickets are gone and the resale is crazy. 🤷♂ But glad to see linkin park back!
On the 12th (LPU tickets, got one of these) resale prices at stubhub were already expensive but now they almost doubled again. Currently 250 EUR for a standing ticket (instead of about 90) and 160 for 160 for upper tier. Lower tier now really expensive, ugh...
Saw LP live in Portland, OR with my then gf now wife of 20 years. They trigger such deep emotions for me even writing this now. F Love them so much So glad they’re back doing what they love most. Touching lives.
Algorithm landed me here and I'm subbed. It's awkward when Emily performs the older music but I'm getting used to it, and looking forward to checking out their new music when it comes out so I can adjust to Emily being the co-vocalist with Mike instead of Chester. I think that their personal lives should be their own and just want to remind people about what happens if you leave scientology. They cut you off from your family, friends, children. The likelihood of Emily speaking out is low -- it can also be dangerous. It's ultimately about the music in the end.
Great point of view. I don't care about the controversy as well, just the music. Thanks for sharing the experience. Still contemplating if I'm going to Korea to watch them it's a bit last minute to prepare traveling to another country for.
Someone already commented this but only 1 person.. well.. obviously not chester but rob left in 2017 so he's really the only person that actually left. Brad has a statement that he's still fully in the band just not touring right now and i guess he's with them but not performing because mike literally said in this video that he's in the house.
love the fact that the band is back and excited for new album.. hate to see rob not coming back and brad not touring anymore, without them its not the same live.
Glad you managed to get tickets at a great price, I was very fortunate to win tickets from Kerrang magazine and see their first ever UK show at Kings College, I met the band after at a signing session, Chester was so playful and funny to be with, obviously like you I was hit hard by his death, Mike’s post traumatic album really helped me get through it and the passing of my Dad, I will always support him and whatever the rest of the band members want to do, I’m seeing this new incarnation of LP I next week at London’s 02 Arena, I can’t wait ❤️
Very well said this isn’t about Emily this isn’t about replacing Chester this is about the music the meaning what the band stands for and what the band has done for us like you said since we were like 10 11 I am one that has all there albums and music and I know every single song by heart without them I don’t know if I could have gotten through life because of them I’m still here I’m one that has never seen them live and that’s a dream of mine I hope one day I get that chance again I’m 100% behind Emily and the band linkin park is fucking back baby linkin park forever long live Chester Bennington long live linkin park
Also, a few things I didn't mention in the video: - It was the first time they performed My December since 2008 (according to the internet), wow. I definitely didn't expect this one - Friendly Fire was also performed for the first time, and it's technically from OML, so they did play SOMETHING from that album, just not the official track list - Leave Out All the Rest was shaky, mostly sang by Mike - i appreciated that they played it, as i LOVE this song, and the crowd sang really loudly, but Mike was kinda off-key and Emily was pacing around for the entirety of song, which was distracting. Harmonies were weird as well - I confused Battle Symphony with Nobody Can Save Me, LMAO, that's what my bf was singing at 05:14 - I do feel conflicted about the whole drama with Emily, as I'm pretty familiar with the whole scientology craziness (i've seen Leah Remini documentary), but i just think that time has to pass and show what's true. Veing born in it and choosing to join as an adult are two very different things, that's why i take it with a grain of salt. We, public, don't know ANYTHING, we can just speculate. - i forgot to say most important thing - there's a lot of haters online and people who don't want to accept LP without Chester, well they can just...NOT ENGAGE and keep revisiting old work? Who needs their opinions. Just a whiny annoying bunch, I swear. With every album, there's people who hate on their new stuff and evolution. Touch grass, and if you don't like it so much, you have a choice and NOT LISTEN TO IT, lol :)) Peace!
I missed a chance to see them live when they were in/around New Orleans, though I don't remember what year it was. I love that they're back, and I think Emily is great.
Cool vid/reaction. A shame you missed gradson. He is phenomenal. Definitely one of my top 5 artists. I honestly didn’t like the live reveal stream (except for the new song/opener). I think Emily was very nervous and was just not hitting a lot of the notes. I’ve watched a lot of videos of the LA show and she is really growing on me. It will always be different of course w/o Chester but she is worthy and we get to experience a version of LP again which I am very grateful for. I’m really forward to the new album! This new era with Emily is going to be awesome. A few more days before I see them in Hamburg! Oh and $80 for parking!?!? That’s insane!
You said "Linkin Part" haha that's brilliant. I can't wait for them to announce a show here in Chicago (long as it isn't lollapalooza). Glad you had a blast! Man, that new stage is incredible.
Having seen LP live in concert 5 times with Chester in the band, I was super emotional watching that live stream from the warehouse. I cried for the times I had seen them live, I cried because they were back, I am not sure how I feel about a female lead, so dont know if I will go see another live show anytime soon. Great review by the way @Dear Lilia♥
Lilia, thank you for this great video. I'm so glad you got to check this item off your bucket list. I'm so glad to see LP back, and with their new singer. She isn't trying to erase anything that Chester did (like his son Jamie says... that kid needs some professional help) and she gives respect to Chester's parts while making those parts her own. Not to mention as far as the drama is concerned... well fuck the haters. She was supporting her friend because in America "innocent until proven guilty in a court of law" and once that guilty verdict came down she hasn't spoken to him since. With the church, yeah she was born in to that. She's LGBTQ+ which that church doesn't allow at all so obviously she's not to wrapped up in that shit. If people wanna bring up religion then we better cancel all the Catholics and Christians and anyone else who has ties to any religion because all religions are a cult. Emily slayed it. I can't wait for the US tour next year.
Tickets are stupid expensive. I was very fortunate to see Linkin park four times during project revolution I paid 150 Dollars for the festival great seats along with other favorite bands, My Chemical Romance placebo Mindless Self Indulgence Chris Cornell The bravery, pretty awesome shows .
I'm a huge LP's fan from Russia. I was heartbroken in 2017 and since then, unconsciously quit listening to their music, it was just painful every time. And I cried my eyes out when I saw them back - I loved the song and Emily so much. I feel that she's the right choice, that she's a fan too. I envy you, in a good way! A part of me is glad that I won't see the concert 'cause my heart would've stopped right there😀
I can’t freaking wait to have make so “Brooklyn Boy” in Brooklyn, NY. It’s gonna go nuts. I know it won’t happen but if Jay Z popped by that’d be nuts. It’s been 20 years since I saw them live. Chester was amazing, but this is going to be such a great new chapter to LP. Chester…YOU ARE MISSED!!
we saw them outdoors, it poured the whole time....a guy grabbed me 2 trash bags, one for me and one for my camera...he disappeared before I could thank him
My first time listened linkin park song at the age of 13 and now I am 36. The reason I love linkin park is due to Mike voice doing rap and the music sound itself is so genius, and slowly i love Chester. Chester was improving day bt day. When Chester took his own life i can't digest what he was thinking... To me taking your own life is like too much. I just don't like the idea of Chester taking his own live. Not like he can't eat at all. When u are thinking to do stupid thing, Look at so many poor kids on the street who can't eat... By the way forget about Chester,, I love liking park music and I just love how MIKE manage to get everyone to bring new soul to linkin park music... I just love linkin park music and I love Mike.
I've seen Linkin Park 2 times... the last time was Jan, 18th, 2015. It was when Chester broke his leg playing basket ball. After the show he had to go have surgery. We were in the 2nd row. I loved every minute. Wish I could add some pics for you.
I would have gotten crazy anxiety arriving at sundown. I was there like 2 hours early lol. Also, protip, parking's like $40 when you buy it ahead if time.
Enough with all the senseless controversy. Chester is on a bigger and brighter stage these days. He's not going to return. Accept it. Let's just eat hot dogs and enjoy the music.
First was in L.P in 2004. The image of Chester reading across the stage roaring through Runaway is forever seared into my mind. Uppercut was also stupidly heavy the way he delivered it that night. Emily is cracking though, the energy is very different, but still recognizably LP. Should bea
I don't think friendly fire was on that album. I was told that they were purposely going to skip singing songs from One More Light at that show. The song Friendly Fire is on their greatest hits album "Papercuts"
The amount of people talking about emily past controversies is just absurd, we shouldn't just her based on her past, people change most people change for the better
Well, it's not 50% of the members are missing. They were 6 long lasting members. 2 of them are not part anymore: Chester and Rob, remaining 4. I don't know exactly the percentage, 60%+ something, but it felt kind of sad hearing you said 50% because it seemed too much. You also cut Brad from the image, which is not the case. Anyway, I'm glad for the band and looking forward for the new chapter.
I feel like the tour is so short as a form to test the waters. To see if they sell enough tickets. If fans accept her. Its a business move. They dont want to pull a JLo here lol
if anything I'm just confused? emptiness machine is a decent song that I think fits Emily very well but having seen LP live when Chester was still with us I don't think she comes close tbh with his songs but I don't expect anyone to hold that against her after all she's in a tough spot but what I'm confused about is why even use the name Linkin Park? most of the members are now gone all that's left is Joe and Mike and they could have come up with a new name that avoids the backlash she's been receiving and lets face it people would have still show up for mike it would have been a win win they would get to act free from the lens of Linkin Park and people would have likely been more sympathetic because leaving that name behind would feel like they're respecting Chesters legacy but meh it's up to them at the end of the day I guess and I'm still hoping they succeed, hope people give them a chance but I understand why people would be unhappy just by virtue of the reason why Linkin Park ended in the first place
I’ve seen Chester & LP full lineup 8x’s thankfully…. There was an aura to them when they all were onstage that obviously we won’t ever see again… That being said I’ve tried, I’ve REALLY TRIED to like the new girl who is taking on an impossible task & YES she is a great rock style singer, I just honestly don’t feel or see it with Linkin Park material or their whole sound. Amy Lee from Evanescence would have been a better type of fit. But who knows maybe she’ll grow on me and the millions of fans who don’t quite see or feel it yet.
Even after the darkness and the pain life goes on again I understand its hard too move on after a tragedy happend In your life But time is not our enemy its the key too reach a new level of life We can stand still and watch the darkness grow and take over our lifes Thats the easy way and we say life is so hard in this eternal darkness If we stay in the darkness and sadness we stop the time thats left How can we break the wall around us so we can face life again ooooooh Do we keep fight against the tears that fall like a waterfall in the ocean Are we forever scared look in the mirror right infront of us all the time Promisse me too start your life again Open your eyes too the future that lays ahead of you Let the darkness fade away The sun shines like a diamond in the room Sometimes we face big Mountains and we grow bigger Because of them If a band comes back after many years of pain And sadness And they make a new start with someone completly new aaaaaaaaaaaaaah Try watch them and listen too their side of the story and dont judge oooooh Because they deserve too move on and no they not replace the one they lost Promisse me too start your life again Open your eyes too the future that lays ahead of you Let the darkness fade away The sun shines like a diamond in the room Its not easy for people too move on from the painfull past And they who try go for it are the bravest of all time yes they are But people judge without know what really happened in front of them They decide what is the best for them without even really know them Promisse me too start your life again Open your eyes too the future that lays ahead of you Let the darkness fade away The sun shines like a diamond in the room Fans love the band and need Listen too all the music too heal And if one of the band members die it will break their heart Tears will fill the sea of sadness over and over again And one day they hear the band return with a new member Instead of support they will say its wrong replace the one they miss Promisse me too start your life again Open your eyes too the future that lays ahead of you Let the darkness fade away The sun shines like a diamond in the room A true fan needs time too heal and face the reality Its not a replacement of the ones they lost years ago Its the same band with a fresh start who deserve move on They are the brave ones Because it will never be good Instead of judge you better try move on with them too honour the past
