Linkin Park – Hybrid Theory – Album Review
Linkin Park - Hybrid Theory - Album Review
DAY 3 OF 50 REVIEWS ON THE LEAD UP TO A RECORD STORE OWNER'S 50TH BIRTHDAY
Day 3's choice for my 50 finest albums is just a plain and simple 'monster', there is no other one word that sums this record up better. I wanted to drop one from the slightly more intense end of my collection as it's the weekend.
This album screams attitude, emotion and the full force of Chester Bennington's angst. Every track is a 100% bonafide KILLER. There are just so many standout moments combined with some of the largest rock & metal hooks in history. 'One Step Closer' actually was in my top 20 most listened to Spotify streams of 2020..still after 20 years.
This guy was known and respected for his powerful and emotional performances. Through Linkin Park, he channeled many of his inner struggles and expressed his deepest angst in a raw and heartfelt manner.
To this day Chester Bennington's authenticity in sharing his struggles continues to help break down barriers and help many people with mental health issues bring their own sufferings to light.
If you leave this album and come back to it in 5 years time, it will still sound fresh. That is the mark of a strong LP in my book.
Call it Nu Metal, skater rock, alternative hip hop..whatever your preference..its just one of the finest modern rock albums of all time.
One of the few albums that i still own on Vinyl, Cassette and CD
R.I.P
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