Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda recently talked about the band’s current popularity during a recent Q&A with the fans.
“In some ways, definitely the biggest the band has ever been,” Shinoda said, saying the Emily Armstrong era is bigger than the Chester Bennington era, upsetting some of his fans.
“We never had a German No.1 until now.”
“Some shows are the biggest we’ve played, like Wembley or Stade de France,” he continued.
“Other ways / other places, we’re doing a little more or a little less than 10 years ago. It’s complex, but in total, we’re very grateful and happy with the awesome response y’all have given the band.”
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Linkin Park has continued to maintain their legacy years following Chester Bennington’s passing. The band has reached new milestones in various markets.
Streaming data and tour announcements have reinforced Shinoda’s assessment of the band’s growing popularity.
Data from The Metal Verse noted a significant change in streaming numbers. The band’s monthly Spotify listeners jumped from 20 million to over 52 million since 2022. This increase has placed them among the top 50 most-streamed artists globally.
Linkin Park’s influence continues to grow with new touring ventures. A report from the Footprint Center has confirmed the band’s ‘From Zero World Tour’ scheduled for 2025. This tour will feature over 50 shows across stadiums and arenas in North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
The extensive tour schedule, coupled with the band’s streaming success, demonstrates their strong connection with fans. Linkin Park attracts both longtime supporters and new audiences, solidifying their position as one of rock music’s most influential acts.
Linkin Park’s global reach has continued to expand. Their ability to sell out major venues worldwide indicates Shinoda’s observations regarding the band’s current industry prominence.
