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For the musical ensemble, see From Zero (band).
From Zero
Studio album by
Linkin Park
ReleasedNovember 15, 2024 (2024-11-15)
Recorded2024
Length31:54
Label
ProducerMike Shinoda
Linkin Park chronology
Papercuts (Singles Collection 2000–2023)
(2024) 		From Zero
(2024)
Singles from From Zero
  1. "The Emptiness Machine"
    Released: September 5, 2024
  2. "Heavy Is the Crown"
    Released: September 24, 2024
  3. "Over Each Other"
    Released: October 24, 2024
  4. "Two Faced"
    Released: November 13, 2024

From Zero is the upcoming eighth studio album by American rock band Linkin Park, set to be released on November 15, 2024, through Warner Records and Machine Shop. It is Linkin Park's first studio album since One More Light (2017), and their first to feature new singer Emily Armstrong of Dead Sara on vocals, as well as the band's new drummer Colin Brittain. It is the band's first album without vocalist Chester Bennington following his death in 2017 as well as drummer Rob Bourdon due to his departure from the band. The album's title has a double meaning; it is a reference to both the band's original name, Xero, and the band's new chapter with Armstrong and Brittain.

Background

On March 30, 2024, in an interview with KCAL-FM, Orgy frontman Jay Gordon sparked rumors of a Linkin Park reunion claiming he had heard that the band had recruited a new female singer but refused to elaborate further, causing rampant speculation.[1][2] The following month, Billboard followed up on his comments and reported that WME was taking offers for a potential Linkin Park reunion tour and headlining festival dates in 2025. The proposed lineup featured Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Dave "Phoenix" Farrell, and an unnamed female vocalist in place of Chester Bennington.[3] Later in August, the band launched a mysterious 100-hour countdown without any explanation. After the countdown reached zero, the band released a statement hinting at a major announcement, writing: "It's only a matter of time". An invite was sent to members of the band's fan club, Linkin Park Underground, revealing a five-hour event on September 5, 2024, in Los Angeles, California.[4][5]

On September 5, Linkin Park announced From Zero after a livestreamed performance of several songs, including the album's lead single, "The Emptiness Machine". Simultaneously, the band confirmed Emily Armstrong of Dead Sara as the band's new co-lead singer, with Colin Brittain taking over drums in light of Rob Bourdon's departure.[6][7] A six-date arena tour across four continents to support the album was also revealed.[6] The album's title, From Zero, has a double meaning. It refers to the band's original name of Xero and also references this new beginning for the band.[8] It is the band's first album without vocalist Chester Bennington following his death in 2017 as well as drummer Rob Bourdon due to his departure from the band.[8][9][10] The band performed a new song, "Heavy Is the Crown", during their show in at the Barclays Arena in Hamburg, Germany, on September 22, 2024.[11] It was released as the album's second single on September 24, 2024 as the main theme for Riot Games' 2024 League of Legends World Championship.[12][13] The album's third single, "Over Each Other", was released with an accompanying music video on October 24, 2024.[14]

The band premiered the song "Casualty" on November 8 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.[15] The following day, the entire standard edition of the album was played at simultaneous listening party events taking place at independent record stores. On November 13, 2024, the album's fourth single, "Two Faced", saw a surprise release along with an accompanying music video.[16][17]

Touring

Main article: From Zero World Tour

The ensemble is touring in the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, South Korea, Colombia and Brazil. The From Zero World Tour began at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California on September 11, 2024, six days after the live show at RED Studios, and is scheduled to conclude at the Allianz Parque in São Paulo, Brazil, on November 16, 2024.[6][18]

On September 7, 2024, lead guitarist Brad Delson announced that he would no longer tour with the band, with Alex Feder assuming the role as Linkin Park's touring guitarist. Delson confirmed that he would continue to work with the band creatively, preferring behind-the-scenes work.[19]

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Aggregate scores
SourceRating
Metacritic79/100[20]
Review scores
SourceRating
Blabbermouth.net8.5/10[21]
The Guardian[22]
Kerrang!4/5[23]
Metal Injection8.5/10[24]
Metal Hammer[25]
MusicOMH[26]
NME[27]

From Zero received positive reviews from critics. At Metacritic, which assigns a normalized rating out of 100 to reviews from publications, the album has a weighted mean score of 79 based on 4 critics, indicating "generally favourable reviews".[20]

Track listing

All tracks are written by Linkin Park (Emily Armstrong, Colin Brittain, Brad Delson, Dave Farrell, Joe Hahn, and Mike Shinoda), with additional writers noted.

From Zero track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."From Zero (Intro)" 0:22
2."The Emptiness Machine" 3:10
3."Cut the Bridge"
3:48
4."Heavy Is the Crown"Mike Elizondo2:47
5."Over Each Other"
  • Jon Green
  • Matias Mora
2:50
6."Casualty" 2:20
7."Overflow"
3:31
8."Two Faced" 3:03
9."Stained"Cal Shapiro3:05
10."IGYEIH"Long3:29
11."Good Things Go"Torrey3:29
Total length:31:54
Digital expanded edition
No.TitleLength
12."The Emptiness Machine" (Live)3:16
13."Heavy Is The Crown" (Live)3:25
14."Over Each Other" (Live)2:52
Total length:41:27

Personnel

Linkin Park

Production

  • Mike Elizondo – additional production (tracks 4, 7)
  • Matias Mora – additional production (track 5)
  • Neal Avron – mixing (tracks 2, 5, 7, 9, 11)
  • Rich Costey - mixing (tracks 3, 4, 6, 8, 10)
  • Ethan Mates – recording
  • Scott Skrzynski – mixing assistance (tracks 2, 5, 7, 9, 11)
  • Jeff Citron – mixing assistance (tracks 3, 4, 6, 8, 10)
  • Emerson Mancini – mastering

References

  1. ^ Pilley, Max (April 3, 2024). "Are Linkin Park returning with a new singer? Orgy's Jay Gordon issues statement after sparking rumours". NME. Archived from the original on April 3, 2024. Retrieved September 8, 2024.
  2. ^ Brasil, Sydney (April 3, 2024). "Do Linkin Park Have a New Singer? Don't Ask Orgy's Jay Gordon". Exclaim!. Archived from the original on April 3, 2024. Retrieved September 8, 2024.
  3. ^ Brooks, Dave (April 30, 2024). "Linkin Park Considering 2025 Reunion Tour With New Vocalist". Billboard. Archived from the original on April 30, 2024. Retrieved May 1, 2024.
  4. ^ Peters, Mitchell (August 24, 2024). "Linkin Park Launches Mysterious 100-Hour Countdown Timer Amid New Vocalist Rumors". Billboard. Archived from the original on August 26, 2024. Retrieved August 26, 2024.
  5. ^ Carter, Emily (August 28, 2024). "Linkin Park's countdown ends, band tease that "It's only a matter of time…"". Kerrang!. Archived from the original on August 29, 2024. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
  6. ^ a b c Garcia, Thania (September 5, 2024). "Linkin Park Selects Emily Armstrong From Rock Band Dead Sara as New Singer, Reveals Tour and Album 'From Zero'". Variety. Archived from the original on September 5, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  7. ^ Paul, Larisha (September 5, 2024). "Linkin Park Unveil Emily Armstrong as New Co-Vocalist, Announce 2024 World Tour and Album". Rolling Stone. Archived from the original on September 6, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  8. ^ a b DiVita, Joe (September 5, 2024). "Linkin Park Announce 2024 Album 'From Zero' – First With Singer Emily Armstrong". Loudwire. Archived from the original on September 6, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  9. ^ Lipshutz, Jason (September 5, 2024). "Inside Linkin Park's Secret Comeback". Billboard. Archived from the original on September 6, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  10. ^ Wilson-Taylor, James (September 5, 2024). "Linkin Park Return: New Album 'From Zero', New Band Members & Tour Dates". Rock Sound. Archived from the original on September 5, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  11. ^ Singh, Surej (September 23, 2024). "Linkin Park debut new song 'Heavy Is The Crown' in Hamburg". NME. Archived from the original on September 23, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  12. ^ Carter, Emily (September 23, 2024). "Linkin Park announce new single, Heavy Is The Crown". Kerrang!. Archived from the original on September 23, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  13. ^ Ciocchetti, Cecilia (September 22, 2024). "Linkin Park Lead 2024's 'League of Legends' World Championship With New Song". Rolling Stone. Archived from the original on September 23, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  14. ^ "Linkin Park To Release New Single 'Over Each Other' Next Week". Blabbermouth.net. October 18, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  15. ^ Adams, Gregory (November 11, 2024). "See Linkin Park debut fast and heavy new song "Casualty"". Revolver. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  16. ^ "Hear Linkin Park lean into nu-metal sound on new song "Two Faced"". Revolver. November 13, 2024. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  17. ^ Childers, Chad (October 13, 2024). "Linkin Park Conjure Nostalgic Vibes With Aggressive New Song 'Two-Faced'". Loudwire. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
  18. ^ Burton, Poppy (September 24, 2024). "Linkin Park share new single 'Heavy Is The Crown' and add dates to 2024 'From Zero' world tour". NME. Archived from the original on September 6, 2024. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
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  25. ^ Alderslade, Merlin (November 8, 2024). ""Linkin Park have crafted a genuinely great album worthy of their canon." From Zero is a resounding success that fans of every era of Linkin Park can enjoy". Metal Hammer. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
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