IoMP 87: Linkin Park - Are They Rock or Metal?
Is Linkin Park Rock? Metal?
In this episode of the Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom are joined by special guest Justin to tackle one of the most chaotic genre debates yet — the evolution of Linkin Park. From the raw Hybrid Theory days that defined new metal, to the radio-polished Minutes to Midnight era, to the pop experiment that was One More Light, the guys break down every twist and turn in the band’s career with equal parts respect and roast.
Expect heated arguments, and way too many puns. Along the way, they pay tribute to Chester Bennington — a voice that channeled a generation’s rage, heartbreak, and late-night karaoke energy — while wrestling with how Linkin Park managed to blend rap, rock, metal, and full-blown electronic weirdness into one unforgettable legacy.
So where do they land? Is Linkin Park truly a metal band that sold out, or a rock band that accidentally invented modern angst? You’ll have to listen to find out. But one thing’s for sure — this debate is as emotional, chaotic, and oddly inspiring as a Linkin Park bridge.
Hit play, crank the volume, and let’s scream about genres together.
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