Mike Shinoda recently opened up about Linkin Park\u2019s emotional journey following Chester Bennington\u2019s passing. He shared candid reflections on the band\u2019s comeback in an interview with Ceska Televize.<\/p>\n
The Linkin Park co-founder discussed how the band\u2019s return serves as an important example of resilience and recovery after devastating loss.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith this new album and this tour, one of the things that I think it\u2019s the most valuable example for our kids is that bad things happen and you can dust yourself off and get up and go try again,\u201d Shinoda said.<\/p>\n
He revealed the depth of the band\u2019s struggle in the immediate aftermath of Bennington\u2019s death in 2017.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn 2018, we all thought we\u2019re done,\u201d he continued. \u201cI know that the music still existed and there was stuff on Spotify and Apple but the band was devastated. I couldn\u2019t even listen to my own music.\u201d<\/p>\n
Shinoda reflected on the seemingly impossible nature of their return to performing.<\/p>\n
\u201cSo to be able to get up on stage and do it again\u2026 we look back and we say to each other, \u2018I don\u2019t even know how we arrived here, again,’\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Shinoda\u2019s comments come at a time when the band has demonstrated remarkable resilience both personally and commercially. This resilience persists despite the devastating loss that nearly ended their journey.<\/p>\n
The band\u2019s final album with Bennington, One More Light, was released just months before his death and achieved significant commercial success. Wikipedia reported that the album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. It became the band\u2019s sixth album to reach the top spot.<\/p>\n
Loudwire noted that One More Light sold 111,000 copies in its first week in the US alone. The album outperformed industry expectations and demonstrated the enduring connection between the band and their fanbase. This commercial success occurred even as the band was grappling with internal struggles and the weight of their final collaboration with Bennington.<\/p>\n
The band\u2019s broader catalog continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, reflecting their lasting cultural impact. Chart Masters documented that Linkin Park maintains billions of streams across digital platforms. Signature songs like \u201cIn The End\u201d and \u201cNumb\u201d continue to attract new listeners while maintaining their connection with longtime fans.<\/p>\n
These commercial achievements underscore the personal resilience Shinoda described in his recent interview. The band\u2019s ability to maintain their cultural relevance and commercial success, even during their darkest period, provides context for their current comeback. It also highlights the meaningful example of recovery they hope to set for their children and fans.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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