Linkin Park was the band that really got me into music, and I think a lot of millennials and older gen-zs feel the same way

@the_ZAMURAI

3 жыл бұрын

Same, one of the first bands I ever got obsessed over and really explored into their music and all the members

@Hardijackk9

3 жыл бұрын

Wasn’t the band but was 100% one of the bigger influences for me

@coljay-ir6os

3 жыл бұрын

YESSSSS

@ArekBabiuch

3 жыл бұрын

OH YESS

@MrRaven420

3 жыл бұрын

Same my brother got me into them and got me into so many different bamds

This song absolutely slaps. They were my gateway into metal / screams / nu-metal / metalcore!

@davidgarvin1889

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely me too

@Elis_Gallacher

2 жыл бұрын

For me it was Soundgarden and Alice In Chains and actually Radiohead (as weird as that sounds)

@knutzano

2 жыл бұрын

@@Elis_Gallacher Same as except Radiohead.

@knutzano

2 жыл бұрын

@@Elis_Gallacher Which lead to finding bands like Linkin Park.

"Daaaaaaad, it's not Rock n' Roll, its NEW METAL, Daaaaaaaaaad!!!!" Thanks to react to my favorite band of all time. You should definitively react to their Live In Texas Show songs. Another amazing reaction, my friend!

@ericgudenkauf98

3 жыл бұрын

People are really confused when they ask me what my favorite Linkin Park Album is and I tell them Live in Texas - same with Metallica

@drawinggoodart4570

3 жыл бұрын

*nu metal

@MusicShed

3 жыл бұрын

DAAAAAAADDDDDDDDDD!!!

TW abuse/suicide/SH mention; When I was 14 I bought a copy of Hybrid Theory, I'd only ever heard the singles off it so I was super excited, and jesus, that album spoke to me in ways I'd never experienced before. I was a depressed, chronically ill, abused, as-yet-undiagnosed autistic kid who got bullied and teased on a daily basis, I was actively self-harming, planning my suicide and just absolutely miserable. I cried myself to sleep every night. And after listening to HT, for the first time in my life I felt understood. I thought "wow, I'm not the only one that feels this way?", it was cathartic. I listened to it on repeat every single day for months, I was just in awe that someone was able to put all these sad, ugly feelings into words. I'll never be able to accurately explain the love I have for this band, and this album especially. Chesters death hit me like a truck, at the time I hadn't been an active LP listener (of their newer stuff at least) for about 5 years, but when I found out I just went home and cried for the rest of the night. I couldn't wrap my head around the fact that this man, who understood what I was going through at the worst time in my life, was gone. Just like that. He helped me, and continues to help me, in so many ways. And he couldn't help himself. I think that's the scariest part, knowing that what he wrote and felt was exactly what I was feeling, came to such a tragic end. Like, yeah I'm doing better now in comparison to 10 years ago, but what if I still end up like him? What if I can't help myself in the end? It's genuinely terrifying to think about.

@MusicShed

3 жыл бұрын

That’s why we all need help, to trust people who have walked these roads, be honest and hold their hands.

@laurenhoover6024

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, all of this. I think other people thought it was listening to music like Linkin Park that made me more depressed, but it was the complete opposite. It may have made the emotions more apparent to those around me, but it was the first step to me being able to actually process what was happening with my mind by connecting so much with LP, and Chester specifically. I cry--a not bad, but not good, cry--every time I listen to Hybrid Theory or Meteora. It's a reminder of what I went through as a teenager but also still resonates to the parts of me that still struggle to this day. I hope we both make it and thrive. Love to you.

@TheBeast-LPTV

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story

Yessssssss!!!! Please please PLEASE fall down the linkin park rabbit hole. Before discovering bands like jinjer and spiritbox, these guys were my all time fave. Their music got me through years of hell. The way they evolved was amazing too. They always had a unique sound

@ivan66773

3 жыл бұрын

YEEAAASS, PLEASE

Fun fact: I believe it was this video Mike Shinoda states this video was actually directed my a pornography director and it’s the only video he won’t show his kids 😂

@skytex9227

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly what i wanted to write! It is this video :D

@Dawnerz25

3 жыл бұрын

Yea, I think i saw that aswell in some video somwhere

@l3g3nd0f3p1c

3 жыл бұрын

@@Dawnerz25 it was in mike shinoda reacts to teens react to linkin park, at least that’s where I heard it

@colbychong

3 жыл бұрын

Ya lol

@Dylan_Platt

5 ай бұрын

Thought you meant the porn director would show his kids all the porn he ever made, but NOT this video 😅😂🤣

“The difference between you and them is that they did it and you didn’t” That’s the exact sentiment I remember an elementary school art teacher told us haha, and it’s true!

Waiting For The End is a must listen. One of the most powerful rock songs ever written. Absolutely no contest.

TBH after hearing LP's Crawling/Papercut/InTheEnd i went from Britney's and Christina's pop to Linkin Park's rock and never looked back. At the age of 12 or 13 this was it. My musical pivot to the emotional beauty of the alternative genres.

@americanmetalhead7318

3 жыл бұрын

I love how everyone here, including myself, has the same story of how Linkin Park cemented them as metalheads. Such an unbelievably influential band

@NakedChickfilaFightClub

3 жыл бұрын

yep, linkin park and limp bizkit let me to slipknot which led me to deftones and then it only got heavier and heavier haha. before that i listend to late 90's 'So Fresh; greatest hits' music. seriously this band was life changing

@weian87

3 жыл бұрын

@@NakedChickfilaFightClub woah bro, that was the same artist transition as me. gone are the days of nu-metal, but it always has a place in my heart

The OGs 🙏🏼 R.I.P. Chester

Linkin Park was, and is, one of my all time favorite bands. I cried for days when the news about Chester came out. They had such an impact on me growing up, and I loved everything they put out. Looking forward to seeing which songs you guys pick to listen to over the next few days. Thank you David and crew.

@americanmetalhead7318

3 жыл бұрын

Same. I listen to every Linkin Park song on July 20th as tribute to Chester. I’ll never be able to fully accept the fact that he’s gone. He’s easily my biggest musical influence. I remember when my dad came in and told me the news that he had committed suicide. I just cried my eyes out to no end. The song One More Light still makes me cry everytime I hear it

@MurkyTheSquid

3 жыл бұрын

@@americanmetalhead7318 one more light really hits me deep in a place not a lot of songs do now. I remember when I found out about Chester I just stopped what I was doing and stood there stunned for awhile. I didn't cry until I got home that evening and put on their music as loud as I could in my headphones. My girlfriend came in and just sat with me while I listened and just wept and wept. LP was absolutely one of the top influences on my tastes and the person that I am now, and it just hurt so so fucking much thinking about the kind of torture Chester was going through in his head. That being said, every single tribute and memorial that came out following his death was the most beautiful global coming together of community I have ever witnessed, and the tribute show they did with all the HUGE guest artists that came just to add their love and respect to the fans, band, and his family made my heart swell to a whole other level

Omg when you played the riff on the piano very slowly... Creepy but beautiful

I remember being 11 years old when this song came out in Germany. Before that I just listened to what everyone listened to. Linkin Park showed me that there is more out there and I started to love Rock and Metal more and more with each new band I found

I really hope you get to do ‘Waiting For the End’ that song saved me in many hard times. Or Faint rock am ring 2007. Some of the most amazing Chester singing I’ve ever heard.

@alyx3531

3 жыл бұрын

I usually don't comment much but I feel the same way about Waiting For The End, it's helped me through a lot of tough moments and might be my favorite LP song. I also think it's super underrated and a gorgeous track with how all the parts come together. And Faint rock am ring 2007 is an insane performance!

Please do 5 by Bring me the Horizon, they have so much more in store for you! Especially songs from Sempiternal, which is their greatest album imo.

@ameliaredick3015

3 жыл бұрын

I second this!

@simi1284

3 жыл бұрын

I third this

@daavidevacca

3 жыл бұрын

up

@borlandvit

3 жыл бұрын

Blessed with a curse!

@kradzspark

3 жыл бұрын

Yo this needs to be next. I feel like BMTH should be next after this

David, your outfit is exactly what I was wearing when this record came out and I’m here for it haha. Looking forward to more Linkin Park

Hearing the rift on piano slowed down really gave me chills

Hybrid Theory and Meteora will ALWAYS be close to my heart.

This is huge to see. The first album I bought as a kid on my own volition was Hybrid Theory (and Meteora, both Linkin Park) at a Best Buy with my mom after we saw In The End on MTV back when it still played music, especially alternative music. We came out with 2 copies of each because my mom liked them too. This band has always meant a lot to me and it's amazing to see someone who's never taken this ride taking it in real time.

Hearing this song on the radio and asking for (and getting) this album for Christmas in 8th grade before any of the other singles were released really made me feel like an OG Linkin Park fan. Totally blown away from the opening track on.

Okay David what? Did you just cover your ears every time you heard a guitar for a full decade? How did you manage this one?? Post Premiere: lovely as always, what a great way to wake up. RIP Chester

He absolutely felt his music. Especially his later albums, the lyrics are incredible and very much him crying out for help (IMO).

Omg I'm so happy that you're finally starting to react to Linkin Park... Thank you so much for your great videos! PS. I love, love, love LP, they're my favorite band of all times :D

YES! More Linkin Park, pls! "Waiting for the end" should be the next one! Would be awesome

@MusicShed

3 жыл бұрын

Coming out tomorrow

@RafaYazoo

3 жыл бұрын

@@MusicShed oh no, David, u did "In the end", not "waiting for the end" lol, but okay, hope you'll react to it in the future

Ooh, I hope the other four are some of my favs, including "Given Up," in which Chester does a sustained scream for 17 seconds (it wasn't stretched out during mixing/mastering; he did it live multiple times and it was insaaaaaaane). I loved LP since I first heard One Step Closer on the radio 20.5 years ago (their first single). Please do a 5 by Starset!

I hope he does a “5 by” Three Days Grace reaction. They were my favorite band for years, got me through some tough times, much like Linkin Park.

Oh wow this is awesome! Hope you do more lp. Still lovin all the vids ❤️

@MusicShed

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. LP every day this week

@ryanclune3883

3 жыл бұрын

@@MusicShed count on me being here everyday lol

Live versions of this song are x10 better then the studio version, Chester was an absolute power house. This is one of my fave songs.

I never knew these were premiers! Yo, glad to have caught this live! Thanks for the reaction/analysis as always!

The first song I heard as a kid that made me realize I wasn't the only one to feel like this. Linkin Park got me through my childhood, please check out their first two albums before moving to later music from them!

Dude when you played that piano part slow that was so haunting

I've never heard their music explained so well. New sub for sure!

Yeah! Linkin Park's music always sounds fresh. My all time fave band ❤️🖤

When he slowed it down, it brought me to "In the End" and just made me smile.

Hey David, i have a request: Starset is a very nice alternative band with electronica, violin, cello, drums, bass guitar, guitar and a vocalist. Would love to see what youthink about their sci-fi based band. I think you'd really dig it and would love to see reactions to the band! Writing this before this premieres, but i bet its gonna be a great video with good analysis and great piano work :) Have a great day!

fun fact. chester holds the record for the worlds longest scream in music. 19 seconds. and yes he does it live

Linkin Park - One More Light. The tribute video to Chester. Chester wrote it about Chris Cornell. Gotta do it, David. Got to.

@eduardogutierrez3753

3 жыл бұрын

Nah

@drawinggoodart4570

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think Chester wrote One More Light about Chris Cornell. Mike wrote it about another friend who passed from cancer, if I remember its backstory correctly.

@Kornslip2477

3 жыл бұрын

@@drawinggoodart4570 Gotcha! I misheard then.

@marolinchen

3 жыл бұрын

@@drawinggoodart4570 yes you're right, Mike wrote it about a friend who worked closely with them at their label. After Chris's death they dedicated it to him, and obviously after Chester's death to him as well... Still a tragedy to this day :(

@drawinggoodart4570

3 жыл бұрын

@@marolinchen One More Light deserves to be one of the saddest rock ballads just for its tragic backstory alone. I can never listen to the song without completely being brought to tears (my personal connection to the song just makes it even harder).

'Emo' is more of a certain look a band and their fans would have than it is a sound. Sound-wise it can be anything from screamo like 'The Used - I'm A Fake' to more light-hearted and up-beat songs such as 'MCR - The Black Parade'. A lot'a Suicide-girls/Manson-fans carry the classic emo look to this day.

@Zxios

3 жыл бұрын

yeah emo is an alternative subculture basically. it's similar to goth, punk, etc. where it's more of a look or a "lifestyle" (though that's pretty broad) than a specific genre/sound of music

I really appreciate what you're doing with this series. It's really rewarding for me as a fan to see someone really dive into their music, beyond the initial emotional reaction. I don't know anything about music myself, aside from what I like, so it's really special seeing someone dissect the music, and put some words to what it is I like, but find hard to describe with my limited vocabulary. One thing I really appreciate you noticing is how the band works together. I think you described it as being "on the same mission". I've seen many people say "oh, this and this and this person is a better X player/singer than Y member of Linkin Park" in response to people showing appreciation for a member's skills. And that might be true! But what I've sometimes noted is that sometimes when a band has a great, let's say guitar player, then you sometimes see that being shown off by amazing guitar solos .... that I personally find feel out of place within the song, as impressive as they are as a standalone display of technical skill. I really think Linkin Park was blessed to have a group of talented and passionate musicians without "big egos". Chester mentioned that when people asked what the secret to their success was, he'd say "Mike Shinoda. You take him away, it doesn't exist. I can't say that for myself" - and then Mike would say "I say that for you, though." They just throroughly appreciated each other's talent, without competition, and I think THAT was a big factor in their success ❤

(Edit: YESSSS, Linkin Park. That was the first band I really resonated with. R.I.P. to my favourite vocalist, Chester Bennington

@Zxios

3 жыл бұрын

would love to see some MGK, Hollywood Undead, and ADTR for sure. really cool sounds from all three of those acts

Great video...So nostalgic. Linkin Park a huge part was my childhood, and still I jam out when they come on. Also on another note the lava lamps are such a vibe and are awesome

Finally! I hope you're gonna get caught by LP ;) They're definitely worth checking out even more then just five songs of them

Amazing analysis, as always. Do some Motionless in White, they have quite the varied catalogue as well. Maybe you could start with Disguise

Love this! LP was the band that sparked my interest in playing guitar, which led me to form multiple bands throughout my early and mid teen years. They will always hold a special place in my heart. Keep these videos coming!

I can't listen to Linkin Park since Chester passed. It's too painful. It's as if each song of his was a cry for help, it kills me. I am glad you did the reaction though! They were iconic.

one of the first cds i got when i was 9. mom bought it for me. Havent listened to this in 16+ years, now that ive matured and listened to so much different types of music, this track and band is timeless! thanks for covering this!

Would also love to see 5By of Miley Cyrus. A lot of people tend to dismiss her and her talent just coz of her issues but she's very versatile and ever evolving. She has a lot of song covers I believe are worth a view and appreciation.

I would also recommend checking out some of Mike's solo music. His album Post Traumatic really digs into his emotional state following Chester's death and him coping with it.

They are the one that popularized Nu Metal, Alternative Rock, Alternative metal, Electro-Rock and rap rock. But these guys helped me get through life better before Chester's passing. Hope you enjoyed LP's craft and the songs that they've made till this day.

Crawling piano version or one more light are awesome 🤘🏻 Also given up is great

I just feel happy that i've done it. (writing a riff) My band is small and all, but just doing it is the best thing ever. Heavily influenced by Linkin Park, and after your words of motivation i'll have to go and write another EP. thanks :)

@MusicShed

3 жыл бұрын

Literally, just do it. Only good can come of that. Write from where you are and keep doing it!! AWESOME

Love your reactions, and I really enjoy your setup, very likeable, keep it up 👍

I'm all here for the Linkin Park dive! Your breakdowns and takes on music are always enlightening to me so to hear you breakdown their music is a joy to behold, they had 3 songs in the Transformers franchise I believe. What I've done, New Divide and Irredescent. I believe if you haven't then you should listen to One More Light, the music video is the bands farewell to Chester, the lyrics are truly haunting and sad to hear after his passing. 💙

Bro every part of this song that makes me love it. You touched on! First time viewer and it definitely wont be the last! Thanks! Keep it up!

Thanks for reacting for this absolutely amazing band !!

To think some record labels dropped them thinking they'd never be huge. Fun fact. Chester his original sound was Post Grunge. And yes this was one of the songs they rejected.

One more light really hits me deep in a place not a lot of songs do now. I remember when I found out about Chester I just stopped what I was doing and stood there stunned for awhile. I didn't cry until I got home that evening and put on their music as loud as I could in my headphones. My girlfriend came in and just sat with me while I listened and just wept and wept. LP was absolutely one of the top influences on my tastes and the person that I am now, and it just hurt so so fucking much thinking about the kind of torture Chester was going through in his head. That being said, every single tribute and memorial that came out following his death was the most beautiful global coming together of community I have ever witnessed, and the tribute show they did with all the HUGE guest artists that came just to add their love and respect to the fans, band, and his family made my heart swell to a whole other level. Linkin Park always and forever.

@MusicShed

3 жыл бұрын

It’s such a cool thing how these bands mean so much to us. It’s very special

you really need to check out their songs QWERTY live and By Myself man. for real. also Stick N Move, Carousel, Hit the Floor, And One, Don’t Stay, and Forgotten. Those are the ones you’ll truly love. we love the same things about this band i can tell.

I've discovered you only this week and so far having a great time. I've probably watched most of your content by now so let me say: We watch you because you are insightful, you give us perspective on things we may have overlooked or missed while listening ourselves, or things we noticed but lacked the skills to explain why they are beautiful. You also educate on music theory, but not in a way that makes it overwhelming. Also, and maybe most importantly, the joy I get when watching someone experiences songs like this one, that I loved some 15 years ago and still enjoy it today, is unmatched. Seeing you trying to decipher Tool is unlike anything else. I don't know if anyone will ever read this comment through, but cheers if you've made it. Looking forward to more great content 😁

@MusicShed

3 жыл бұрын

This one means a lot to me, thank you

Super stoked for LP this week! One of my favorite bands of all time.

Arigato Sensei. You took me to a new place today. The way you took this song apart and showed your students how this song was put together. This is why Your disciples follow You.

I love your videos, one of the best reactors and I love that you'll play along too!

Must see the live ver. the best band of all time... Specific live on TEXAS

I did not know I wanted a slowed down piano version of this song, until now.....

@MurkyTheSquid

3 жыл бұрын

Same, dude. When he played that riff slowed down I was just 👁👄👁

@KillTheCrownSTW

3 жыл бұрын

I want it too..

Awesome reaction.,thanks a lot! Linkin Park had more fantastic stuff in their later years. Love their blend of emotions, anger, desperation, sadness, drive and energy. Plus the mixture of heavy metal rock with cool electronic fixes, melodic and harmonic choices, piercing and poignant voices of Chester and Mike. Please continue with this journey. Cheers from New Zealand 💚

Chester has the voice of an angel, but the scream of a demon...probably one of the best in the industry. Hybrid Theory was real Grit. And Mike Shinoda is a lyrical miracle. He and Chester compliment each other so well.

Yes!!!! LP!!! Lets go back to 3rd grade!

I could listen to you playing and explaining the notes and music for a whole day and never get tired or feel time pass by. I've said it before, it is so damn cool

@MusicShed

3 жыл бұрын

That made my day

@mmattheussiqueira

3 жыл бұрын

@@MusicShed 😁😁😁

When you play alongside it like at 12:55 is my favorite thing about this channel

Yeah. Thank you Mr. David. God bless u

Thanks for the musical insights, I see more in there now. Rob is an amazing drummer. I always felt the guitars were the engine of the band, but Rob was the heartbeat. It's rock, it's rap, scratching, metal, and on & on. (The mash up with Jay Z is unreal & proves how open to every influence they were). Their lyrics always had a bite, now, with hindsight, they are soooo much more intense.

I'd love to see you react to My Chemical Romance as part of your 5 by series because every single one of their albums was completely different with varying concepts

Glad to see you reacting to Linkin Park, they're such an inspiration for the world when it comes to music!

❤I told you that I'm binge watching you today. Linkin Park is another one of my faves. And your reactions are gold. RIP Chester🕯🤍🕊🕯 #MakeChesterProud ❤

Finallyyyyyy :') Can't wait for you to check out A Place For My Head too

@eduardogutierrez3753

3 жыл бұрын

Probably won’t do it, seems like it’ll be 5 songs and 1 per album

Hey great channel man, linkin park is my favourite band ever! I love your vibe you earned a subscribe 😌

Thank you so much!!!! Linkin park was my only friend in the time i need one the most! They save my life! Enjoy the linkin park ride. And hi to all you teens that days that linkin park love as much as i do! That was great music times back then!

Oh to go back in time and listen to Linkin Park for the first time.

Linkin Park helped me through some hard times in my own mental health issues

I have not watched the video yet but this is my favorite band and I love your other videos, especially your papa roach videos. I have met them and they are awesome human beings and I only wish I could have seen Linkin Park

Thank you for this

You should've done Papercut if you really wanted to go in order XD

because you mentioned the blend of technology/electronical sounds with actual instrumental stuff, please check out the band pure reason revolution - their first album the dark third. just trust me on this one

When you slowed it down, it gave me big Alanis Morisette ‘uninvited’ vibes

keep continuing to discovered some of many best NuMetal bands to know how their diff. sounds such as Korn, Sevendust, Evanescenes, Breaking Benjamin and also Linkin Park etc. these bands are my favz of all day i listening, very catchy their songs and it feels more love/like it cuz of lot instruments that they can put and collab in one or any of songs. in my opinion thats why numetal had a cool sounds

Linkin Park my gateway to Rock & Metal❤️

You MUST react to this song version with Jay-Z. It's a Live Mashup called "Points of Authority/99 Problems/One Step Closer:

The first CD I ever purchased was Hybrid Theory at the FYE in the Staten Island mall

You’re the bomb Dave.

All time favorite band

Loved it. Chester forever.

This is the first single off hybrid theory in the US. Papercut was their first single in UK

Back in the mid-80s, 'emo' was used to identify a style of hardcore punk that was less aggressive/abrasive, with lyrics that were introspective, emotional and typically quite poetic. The song arrangements were generally more complex than the typical 3-chord punk of the time, making greater use of dynamics rather than being played at mach-10 from first note till last. Over the years that original definition of emo changed and began to merge with other styles of music to become the modern day emo. Arguably it could be said that modern emo is the aesthetic, as musically it falls into too many camps to be easily labelled.

You should check out Cross off by Mark Morton! Chester did the vocals and if I recall correctly it’s actually the last song he ever sang on

This was their first single ever

You earned one like

There are new unheard released music from the Meteora album 2003, it is the 20th anniversary. Please react to "Lost" & "Fighting Myself" first. Hearing his voice is like a warm hug that all us Xennials needed right now. Much Love, David. ❤

Please consider making a 5 by: Evanescene. I feel like they defined the 2000's nu metal along with Linkin Park. I'd recommend: - Going under (Fallen, 2003) - Hello (Fallen, 2003) - Lithium (The Open Door, 2006) - My Heart Is Broken (Evanescence, 2011) - Better Without you (The Bitter Truth, 2021) Honorable mentions: - Bring Me To Life (You already did that) - My Last Breath (Fallen) - Imaginary (Fallen) - My Immortal (Fallen) - Call Me When You're Sober (The Open Door)

David: Write a riff, it's not rocket science. me: but it's rock science 🙃

Fuck yes, Linkin Park, the band that cemented me being a metalhead, and my favorite band of all time. Suggestion: The Mara Effect Live - Spiritbox