Iarefilthymark Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 (edited) Didn't Mike say that they felt uncomfortable making generic pop songs so they wanted to make a more heavy album with The Hunting Party but now they are making generic pop songs with this. Edited February 16, 2017 by Iarefilthymark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trumtram Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 (edited) The song is pretty good, I'd say. At first I was afraid of it being a simple pop song with no excitement but that changed while the song kept on going. It actually builds up quite nice and doesn't get too repetitive with its hook. There is a lot of nice stuff happening in the layers of it which keeps it interesting and makes it stand out to other simple pop songs. Plus I really love the fragile vocal delivery from Chester in the bridge (I think it was there). He sounds really emotionally hurt on that part. But if you ask me this album could finally be the game breaker for Linkin Park with their fans. If the whole album heads in a similar direction (like announced) the audience at the live shows will drastically change to a (even) more mainstream crowd. I'm just saying this because I grew up being in mosh pits at their shows but this live energy declined from album to album. This should be on the mind of anyone who seeks a cathartic experience while attending their live show. Still I applaud them for their direction and will forever be interested in what they are doing and where they are going from there. I'm not that hyped for the new album as I was for THP (which is overall pretty rad!) but I'll probably spin it more than I'm expecting at that point. Like always. Edited February 16, 2017 by Trumtram Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hybrid1988 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Oh hey! The song is not nearly as bad as I expected it to be. The vocal delivery is much much better than what we were shown in the clips leading up to release. The production is also top notch.That being said, the song is just ok. Not bad, but not amazing. I was surprised to see how short it was. Left me thinking "That's it?". Interested to see what the rest of the album brings. uch a long wait until release. I'm expecting they're gonna really market the hell out of this thing if we gotta wait three months. But with only 10 tracks, are we going to go back to the old school approach where we only get to hear the single and 1 other song? Or will they go THP route again where we get a handful of songs to tide us over? The real anticipation begins now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andros Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 (edited) Like I said before LP is not my main band anymore and with this song I don't feel the same feeling I felt when I listened The Catalyst, What I've Done, Burn It Down or Guilty All The Same, I usually like it some songs, but I don't love it but with this song I really don't like it, don't love it and the song just remind me with this: or Hope the album doesn't sound like "Heavy". Edited February 16, 2017 by MacGyver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catalyst619 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Like authentic hip-hop and rock 'Til pop and radio, and record companies killed me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leftshoe18 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 The Hunting Party's approach to releasing several songs leading up to the album release seems to be the standard these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
castro78 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Shinoda runs the show with LP. He wants to make different music every album to a fault. Generic pop songs are not the route most LP fans wanted them to take. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyice318 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Am I the only one who likes it? It's relatively generic, and I think this could be their most popular song in about a decade..but it's catchy. It doesn't do anything wrong in my opinion. For anybody saying "RIP LP" you know they change their sound every. single. album. This is no different Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hybrid1988 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Whoa, didn't expect so many people to dislike this. After getting called out for being negative on the big two fansites, my opinion seems tame compared to what others here have expressed. Looks like we got another polarizing album cycle ahead of us. This is gonna get interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxHybridXeroxx Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Am I the only one who likes it? It's relatively generic, and I think this could be their most popular song in about a decade..but it's catchy. It doesn't do anything wrong in my opinion. For anybody saying "RIP LP" you know they change their sound every. single. album. This is no different Exactly, I liked it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trumtram Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 The Hunting Party's approach to releasing several songs leading up to the album release seems to be the standard these days. I never got the hate for that approach? Geki seems to be annoyed by that all the time. I mean, if you want to experience the album without any more spoilers just avoid them (not directed at you personally, leftshoe18)? Linkin Park are not responsible for a lack of self-control . I always thought it was a shame that only singles get a release while a lot of songs never get a spotlight. Having 10 songs on the new album makes for maybe two more pre-releases? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaiNt Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 (edited) Am I the only one who likes it? It's relatively generic, and I think this could be their most popular song in about a decade..but it's catchy. It doesn't do anything wrong in my opinion. For anybody saying "RIP LP" you know they change their sound every. single. album. This is no different Theres nothin wrong with change when it's good, this song is not good. It's not even that it's a pop song, It's just a very basic song anyone could make and I expect more from a. Veteran band. The song is 2 out of 10. Edited February 16, 2017 by FaiNt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AParallelogramInTheSand Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 As far as a lead single, I feel it's a little weak. As for the song itself, I think it can grow on me, but likely not gonna be a favorite from the album for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 (edited) Worst shit I've ever heard from LP. I listened it twice. Never gonna listen again. Thinking about not seeing them live in june. Why? They'll play Heavy and maybe 2-3 others from this album. The other 19 or so songs will be old songs.. Edited February 16, 2017 by Justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mapapwomatic Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Well, it's hard for me to find words for this sond. I've been a fan of Linkin Park since 2009, but I always listened more to their older stuff. I was kinda shocked about ATS, but it has the vibe of Linkin Park. Living Things had some good songs, but it was far away of the quality of Meteora. THP was nice - but it felt like the album wasn't finished. And now this - I'm just disappointed. Chester sounds weaker than ever. I'm surprised that the thing that I like the most on that song is Kiiara. She sounds good and like a hundred times stronger than Chester. If the rest of the album sounds like Heavy, I'm done with Linkin Park as my favourite band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaiNt Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 I change the rating to 6/10 due to it sounding better with headphones and it's catchy but I expect much Mike from lp. Even tho they've always been a mainstream band Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlassCastles Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 I really, REALLY like this. Pretty easily my favorite lead single since The Catalyst. I like Kiiara on this a lot more than I thought I would. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geki Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 (edited) Hate how you're always a whining little baby. You haven't heard the album, you don't know how much Mike sings, nor Chester. Can't be THAT expensive to be a fan when you ONLY like Minutes to Midnight. Can pick that up pretty cheap now that it's 10 years old, take it with you back to your nostalgia-bubble and have your sad little day there. Personally, not thinking it's the best song. I'm sure it'll grow on me though. Not that sad of a day. I will. Minutes To Midnight is the best album the band has ever made. 2006-2008 was the best era to be a fan, IMO. And the only good shit the band has even released since MTM was MTM demos on the LPU albums over the years since. Edited February 17, 2017 by Geki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 I really, REALLY like this. Pretty easily my favorite lead single since The Catalyst. I like Kiiara on this a lot more than I thought I would. She really did her thing. That second chorus sounds pretty great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catalyst619 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 (edited) After a few listens, I'm convinced this song would sound better with Kiiara just doing the whole thing. Verse 2 sounds better than verse 1. Chorus 2 sounds better than chorus 1. The "and I drive myself crazy" part she does better too. If I heard this song randomly without any knowledge or hype about it, I'd think it'a someone else's song featuring Chester. Edited February 16, 2017 by Catalyst619 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sessin Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 You have to listen carefully! The typically LP vibe is still there (beats and synth etc.)! Well, the song is a little bit short, maybe some guitar riffs at the bridge would be cool. Rating 8 of 10 after playing it 20 times! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogueSoul Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Love the song. The way Chester belts "Holding on" when the first chorus comes in is magical. Love the harmonies in the chorus too. The way the drums in the bridge is just awesome too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jani Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 (edited) The song blows. Edited February 18, 2017 by Jani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mesck547 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 And once again, it's time to be the minority on LPL. THIS IS THE BEST SONG BY LP EVER COME AT ME!!!!!!! But seriously, it's a very good song IMO, I really like it's vibe. It does a great job as a lead single. I like it better than BID and GATS, and I really don't think it deserves the hate it's getting. I feel like too many people judge this song based on the approach of "Pop music is garbage people make just for the money". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UndeadSoldier Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 My biggest complaints are that Chester's verse sounds out of key and the instrumental is mixed too low. Kiiara is the biggest takeaway for me. As much as I don't care for her music, she sounds great here. IMO, this is LP's worst single to date and definitely not a track I'll be clamoring to hear over and over. 3/10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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