The rock world received one of the most shocking news of the year: Linkin Park one of the most influential bands of the 21st century, is returning to the stage with Emily Armstrong as its new lead singer. This information was confirmed by the band members on September 5, thus ending months of speculation about who would take the place of Chester Bennington the original vocalist who passed away in 2017.
The choice of Armstrong, a talented 38-year-old singer and songwriter, marks a new era for the group. With an established career as the vocalist of the band Dead Sara, Emily has proven to be one of the most promising figures in the alternative rock scene. This move by Linkin Park represents not only a return to music, but also a tribute to Bennington’s legacy, keeping alive the spirit that the band forged for more than two decades.
Who is Linkin Park’s new vocalist?
Emily Armstrong is not an unknown name to fans of alternative rock. Born in the United States, Armstrong is a co-founder of the band Dead Sara with which she has enjoyed success since 2005. With influences ranging from Nirvana to Led Zeppelin, her vocal style is characterized by its intensity and emotionality, making her a suitable choice to fill the void left by Bennington.
Armstrong began her musical career at a very young age, showing her talent at age 11 when she started playing the guitar. It was not until she was 15 that she began singing, influenced by great rock legends. In 2007, she debuted alongside Dead Sara a band with which he released his first single, Weatherman a song that became an anthem for fans of independent rock.
The vocalist was introduced at a private concert in Los Angeles. Photo: Reddit
Linkin Park announces new album and world tour with new vocalist
Linkin Park’s return not only means the addition of a new vocalist, but also the promise of new music and a long-awaited world tour. The band confirmed the release of their number one album called From Zero, which will be available from November 15.
It was also announced that the group, with Emily Armstrong, will go on a tour called From Zero World Tour, in which they will make stops in cities such as Los Angeles, London, Seoul, Hamburg and Bogotá, the latter being the only location in Latin America that the legendary rock band will be visiting in their official return to the stage.
What did Chester Bennington die of?
Chester Bennington, the charismatic and talented vocalist of Linkin Park, was found dead on July 20, 2017 at his residence in Palos Verdes Estates, California. His death was declared a suicide by hanging, news that shocked the music world and millions of fans around the world.
Bennington had struggled for years with depression and substance abuse, personal battles he often mentioned in interviews and which were reflected in part in the lyrics of Linkin Park’s songs. The tragedy occurred on the same day that would have been the 53rd birthday of his great friend Chris Cornell, frontman of Soundgarden and Audioslave, who also took his own life in May of that same year.
Bennington is considered by many to be one of the greatest rock singers in history. Photo: La Nación
