Linkin park one more light review năm 2024

Think about the first time you heard Chester Bennington. It was likely that incredibly intense almost primal scream warning you to “shut up” in “One Step Closer” that perked up your ears and was the first hint of a voice that distinguished him from many others. But while many took notice of that intensity, the singer continued to evolve, honing his craft and adding equally devastating melodic and more vulnerable moments to match his power. Simply put, his voice was a gift that connected with listeners in a way that few others could match.

With the One More Light album released earlier this year, Linkin Park did take some grief from their fan base over a poppier sound, but it was a disc that allowed Bennington to really showcase that melodic side even further. Some wondered how the new material might fit within the band’s tried and tested catalog, but those who were lucky enough to catch the group early in 2017 soon discovered that it still all worked quite well. The band was a closer unit than ever, energized by the material they had just created and it showed onstage. For those who didn’t catch the band before Bennington’s untimely demise this summer, the One More Light Live album gives the doubters a chance to reconsider Bennington’s final musical statement with the band and their longtime supporters a chance to revisit the vocal prowess of the singer.

“We dedicate this live album to our brother Chester who poured his heart and soul into One More Light,” stated the band upon announcing the live album release. “After we finished recording the album, we joked with Chester that - since he had delivered so many stunning performances in the studio - he had set the bar extra high to produce that alchemy on stage each night. Not surprisingly, he welcomed the challenge.”

While there is a tendency of many bands to shy away from new material, often introducing it intermittently throughout the length of their touring cycle, Linkin Park immediately showed their confidence in the One More Light album, sprinkling a healthy dose of the disc throughout their set. The show opening “Talking to Myself” gets things off on the right foot, with fans getting caught up in the clap-along catchiness of the track. The triumphant “Battle Symphony” and the mid-tempo tracks “Invisible” and “Nobody Can Save Me” all get early spotlights in the band’s set before the somber, heart-wrenching “One More Light” title track gives this disc arguably its finest moment. Given the events of the summer, it’s hard not to get choked up when listening to Bennington in one of his most vulnerable moments onstage. And with “One More Light” followed by a stripped-back somber arrangement for the band’s mega-hit “Crawling” allowing the crowd to sing along with Bennington, it’s a powerful one-two punch that’s sure to stick with you long after the final notes play.

The One More Light material doesn’t stop there either, with latter set performances of “Good Goodbye” and “Sharp Edges,” showing their album could’ve had some legs. The latter track was actually worked up in the hours prior to the performance, with Bennington strapping on a guitar to perform alongside Brad Delson in one of the band's most well-crafted new songs.

But One More Light Live isn’t just a salute to their most recent disc. “Burn It Down” and “New Divide” feel as vital as the moment they first came blasting through your speakers. “What I’ve Done” and the playful, show-closing “Bleed It Out” allow for more powerful moments from their back catalog. Meanwhile “Leave Out All the Rest,” “What I’ve Done,” “In the End,” “Numb” and the first One More Light single “Heavy” all showcase Bennington’s unique ability to connect and cut through with lyric and performance.

“Chester was uniquely passionate, uncommonly generous, sensitive, optimistic, funny, and kind. With his voice, he turned pain into catharsis, authenticity into art, and passion into connection. His dedication to bringing these songs to life was triumphant,” state the band. “For those of you who attended this tour in person, we thank you. For those who could not, we hope this live album gives you a glimpse into how magical these shows were for the six of us.”

As a final document of Bennington's time with the band, One More Light Live shows the continued evolution of the group, finding that perfect balance between heavy and melodic. It's a more restrained live set, but one that is no less impactful than what they have delivered in the past. It's also a testament to their ability to connect with a wide variety of listeners, bringing both ends of the musical spectrum together into one still outstanding live show.

Linkin Park was such an important band to so many people my age. ‘One Step Closer’ came out and had little me screaming ‘SHUT UP WHEN I’M TALKING TO YOU’. I was such an angry pre-teen/teenager. I ***ing hated everything but I always put on a happy face to fake my way through it all.

Chester spoke to me; he spoke to lots of people. There is no denying lyrically, Linkin Park hit the teens of the time right where it hurt. They had the ability to help us take that sadness and form it into something that was some sort of community.

I saw Linkin Park live about 5 times. Each time I was simply blown away by how tight they were live and Chester's vocal ability. ‘One More Light’ is the epitome of this. What we have is no more than a generic pop/RnB influenced album. Chester is the reason why there is anything here to hold onto, his voice as always, is powerful and soulful. Long gone are the 20 second screams of ‘Given Up’ or the ferocity of ‘Papercut’. We have Chester embracing his full vocal range here and it’s a beautiful thing to hear. Not only is his voice captivating, but the words also that are pouring out of those lips are the reason I am still listening to this album, despite it being generic and having no sense of that Nu-Metal sound we grew up with.

There are songs here that wash right over me, which is unfortunate, mostly those are the songs that Mike takes the lead vocals on. His voice is ok, but compared to Chester, what is the point? ‘Sorry For Now’ is a nice pop song, despite Mikes monotone nature and really kicks in when Chester comes in.

‘Good Goodbye’ is one of the rare instances where they lean into the Hip-Hop side I grew to love. Mikes verse is well, ‘Mikes’ verse. It is what it is, and I enjoy it whilst also having no idea who the two guys featuring are, but the Pommie fella has a sweet voice and some really nice bars. ‘Battle Symphony’ is the Chester lead track that just doesn’t work me for me even with his strong vocals I am left feeling slightly empty by the lack of emotional connection I have to it (I know that sounds ***ing lame).

Knowing this is Chester's last release a few songs here feel like a knife in the heart. Chester’s lyrics have always been straight to the point and opener ‘Nobody Can Save Me’ really lays the platform for where Chester was, and unfortunately it reflects on what was to come. ‘Heavy’ features ‘Kiiara’ and her voice fits perfectly with Chester as they weave in and out of each other effortlessly towards the ending of the track. ‘Halfway Right’ being the worst track for this old emotional Linkin Park fan. It’s obvious, really from ‘Hybrid Theory’ that Chester had lots of issues, ones that were never resolved and ‘Halfway Right’ is a self-reflective look at that. I scream at myself when there’s nobody else to fight….

There is not a lot that I can say about the title track here that isn’t obvious already. Simple synth and Chester's voice, not much more is needed for this old Linkin Park fan to feel warm and fuzzy inside, mixed with the incredibly sad feeling that such an important voice that helped me grow is gone. I still have moments when I sit down, and it trips me out his really gone. Those iconic flame tattoos, that blonde hair and lip ring. Those words he wrote and screamed that helped countless kids find themselves and be ok with being different. Chester helped save a lot of people, I’m sure he was aware of that and what may have felt like a burden to him really was everything to us.

Why did Linkin Park sing One More Light?

After lead singer Chester Bennington's suicide on July 20, 2017, the band selected "One More Light" as their next single. Shinoda wrote "One More Light was written with the intention of sending love to those who lost someone. We now find ourselves on the receiving end.

What was Linkin Park's last song before he died?

Definitely Talking To Myself. The music video was released the same day he died, before the news broke.

What is Linkin Park's most successful album?

Studio albums.

Is Linkin Park considered a good band?

They have won two Grammy Awards, six American Music Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, four MTV Video Music Awards, 10 MTV Europe Music Awards, and three World Music Awards. In 2003, MTV2 named Linkin Park the sixth-greatest band of the music video era and the third-best of the new millennium.