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Linkin Park has installed a countdown clock on social media and its website
The iconic nu metal group Linkin Park has lit up social networks with the installation of a mysterious countdown clock on its website and official platforms over the weekend. This countdown, which ends on Wednesday, August 28 at 3:15 p.m. (Argentine time), has generated a wave of conjectures and expectations among the band’s followerswho passionately debate what might be announced.
The suspense generated by the countdown has fans on edge, eagerly awaiting the return of the legendary band after the death of leader Chester Bennington. Rumors about a possible reunion have been circulating for several months. Billboard had already reported in May that the members Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson and Dave Farrell were in talks for a reunion tour in 2025, seeking to replace the late singer with a female vocalist.
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Rumors of a Linkin Park reunion have been circulating for several months (Credits: Instagram/Linkin Park)
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The possible addition of a female vocalist has sparked speculation. Names such as Amy Lee of Evanescence and Hayley Williams of Paramorealthough both have quickly denied the rumors.
On the other hand, Ghost Cult Mag highlights that the countdown was also shared by the Instagram account of Welcome to Rockvillewhich further fuels speculation about the participation of some members of the band in major festivals organized by 2025. The situation has generated several debates and a whirlwind of theories among fans.
It is worth remembering that the tragic death of Chester Bennington, who committed suicide at the age of 41 years oldleft the band on an indefinite hiatus. Since then, Linkin Park has released various commemorative editions and archival material, such as reissues of 20th anniversary of Hybrid Theory and Meteora. Knotfest reports that “the countdown is currently underway and speculation is at an all-time high for Linkin Park fans.”
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Last photo of Chester Bennington in concert, Birningham, UK 2017. @chesterbe
The use of artificial intelligence has also sparked debates about the renewal of classic bands. This technology has allowed groups such as The Beatles complete previously unreleased songs, leading one to wonder if Linkin Park could go this route by using AI to recreate archived voices and music.
On August 26th, Deryck Whibleyvocalist of Sum 41broke the silence about the speculations that placed him as the new singer of Linkin Park. Through his social networks, he made it clear that he will not join any band, including Oasisthus denying rumors that circulated after the coincidence in the date of the countdowns that both artists launched.
Many assumed that the band’s new vocalist would be revealed on August 28thCoincidentally, Whibley had released a countdown on the same date, leading numerous fans to speculate that he would be Chester Bennington’s successor. The speculation was not unfounded, considering Whibley’s participation in the Bennington tribute concert in 2017 and his collaboration with Mike Shinoda in it Reading Festival of 2018.
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Deryck Whibley confirmed that he would not be replacing Chester Bennington and revealed that his announcement was about his upcoming book (Credits: X/Deryck Whibley)
Despite the escalating rumors, Whibley clarified his position in a statement: “I feel the need to dispel some current rumours. I will not be joining Oasis, or Linkin Park. Or any other band.” She also reported that her countdown is related to her upcoming tour and the release of her book. “Walking Disaster: My Life Through Heaven and Hell,” that will see the light of day October 8thfollowed by a promotional tour that will begin in Jersey City, New Jerseyand will continue in Boston, Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
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