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not sure why you guys demanding the validation of Mike SHOULD/MUST said something about Chester on their shows to proves that they still care bout Chester. if they didnt, you guys went "ohh shoot, Mike and the band doessnt care bout Chester. He was their bestfriend". first tour after Chester passed away = must mentioned his name on every single shows? that's totally doesnt make sense. these kind of discussion will never been avoided even if Mike and the band did it. surely there's "voices" of so-called LP fans that saying "look, Mike NEED to mentioned/used Chester name during the shows because Chester is the only thing that relevant, and make their show sold out, by using Chester name. what a disgrace!" imagine if Mike did it one day at one of their show and the rest of the tour he doesnt mentioned at all, surely gonna people come up with another issue: "Mike only mentioned Chester's name ONCE in their recent shows. that's bad!" in the end, nothing can satisfy fans. especially Chester's fan, not LINKIN PARK.

it's easier said than done. LP fans always demanding from day one and always felt what they think is the best/right thing for the band to do it. for you might be "oh it's simple thought, just saying this that and done!". we've seen other bands did this because they're not in the band with Chester. they might be close but they're not bandmates. but as i said, we're not in their position. whatever you think, whatever you feel, that's on you. dont guilt trip the band for performing shows with mentioning their bestfriend.

this is interesting! thanks guys for sharing! 🎉💯

whatever he did, we're not in his shoes. we dont know why he always pointing out like that. im sure there's a reason but eventhough he will explaned it one day, surely it wont pleased people out there who keep trashing/hating the band moving on w/out Chester or whatsoever. eg: if Mike mentioned LYF is about Chester, im sure there will be fans out there "ohhh, Mike just milking Chester name by making a song bout him and let the scientology girl sing it. disgusting!" I'm so glad Mike and the band not riding on Chester name on their new music. unlike those imposter so-called tribute band and also the other band who touring with the imposter band. plus, we dont know if the band are allowed to mentioned Chester name in their new music, they're possible to get a lawsuit from the Chester's ex-wife, family, etc.

"this is my personal takes on HTEP" my first time listening to HTEP was from the bootleg LPU 2.0 cd (features 20 tracks including fake tracks like "I Just Want Your Company", GD tracks and more). that's how i discovered HTEP and i thought it was bootleg or fake songs due to the titles like "Carousel", "And One" (there's a basketball brand name And1 at that time, a bit confuse). back in the days, internet is still slow in my country. to get information bout it seems impossible. what i like bout HTEP is that it's raw, dark, indie production (freaking contrast with HT which the album is perfectly perfect. the songs, the lyrics, the production.). but i totally get it why HTEP wasnt pushed much during their HT tours because the songs wasnt really fit (at that time, unlike now). HTEP songs have too much breakdown part (which kinda lose the momentum) song like "And One", the part "It's too late to love me now, You have never shown me" really pull the momentum of the song away (reminds me of Limp Bizkit songs, yes they have tons of it). Mike's rap energy really hard, young and passionate. Chester's proved that he's fkin beast, eventhough this is his first releases with LP/HT at that time, he gave 1000% of his efforts for it. they doesnt know yet whether they'll make it or not. not sure if HTEP is considered as "demo tape" because to me, as it's an official releases for HYBRID THEORY as a band. it's like an indie band released an EP. but when the debut album came out, this EP instantly looks like "demo" to us. idk, what do you guys think bout it? unlike XERO demo tape, that's considered a "demo" (look at the quality 😂). having HTEP on vinyl is such a great move. i mean, for me, i didnt managed to get a copy of HTEP CD back in the days (still in school, lack of money). but now i'm owned it on vinyl, plus it's considered rare (because you need to buy the boxset to get it). i'm so grateful for it. also, it's available now on DSP, that's a blessing!

@MetalNacional not sure if this what you asked for: https://x.com/BroodingAnanas/status/1929034361485058090/photo/1 Note: continue here because the other thread is for "Artwork" only.

at this point, i hope they only releases this as theater/cinema exclusive and maybe streaming platform. if they're about to do DVD/CD releases, 2025 shows will be much way better in terms of the setlist and how the band in a good shape! but yeah, it's up to them! anything that will be release, surely we gonna love it!

im sure we will eventually called it “LEFTY” 😭

First glance, i thought you said they should play “MASSIVE” which is a great idea! 😂🥹

sadly, guitar solos are not meant for LP songs. THP just wanted to proof that the band CAN DO IT but doesnt mean they have to do it for the their future releases. Brad loves guitar solo but he choose not to. they all grew up listening to rock, heavy metal, shreading. but yeah, i wish they can improvise it for live shows (eg: What I've Done, Bleed It Out, Faint)

Oh gosh! The Armstrongs! Hahahah! THIS!!!!! 😂😂😂 Bob Rock is legend! *look at Metallica* // well, i mean, if people wanna said it's "generic", at least what they can do is clarify what they wanted (healthy discussion). but in the end, doesn mean it's not your cup of tea or taste, it's bad in general.

how the hell is LYF worst song on FZ & it's a BIT generic? should elaborate more or else, it's just you and your own world. 😂 LP generic stuffs is in OML. the entire thing. it's funny that whenever the track doesnt suits you, you label it as "generic" and makes it confuse.

what do you expect from crowd when those songs performed? moshpit? screaming out loud? shouting? i mean, those are pop-ballad songs. plus, it's new songs. im sure not everyone fully remember the lyrics.

that’s how producer role, in the picture. not necessary must sit infront of computer/soundboard all the time. the input is the valuable thing. Surprisingly Brad wanted the heavier stuff, something that they can jam and banging around. I wonder why they still left out THP songs from PAPERCUTS. 😂 ”ask Brad!” - Mike’s comment when ppl asked why there’s no THP songs in the compilation while Brad also asking for something heavier!

been waiting for this guy to upload it in 4K!