Profile of Emily Armstrong, the New Vocalist of Linkin Park Who is Shaking Up the Music World

Kapanlagi.com - Who doesn't know Linkin Park? This legendary band has just introduced their new vocalist, Emily Marcia Armstrong, and this announcement has caused a stir! Born on May 6, 1986, in Los Angeles, California, Emily has long been involved in the music world.

Before joining Linkin Park in September 2024, she was the lead vocalist and one of the founders of the alternative rock band Dead Sara. Curious about the new figure behind the iconic voice of Linkin Park? Let's discuss it further!

1. Emily Armstrong's Career Journey

Profile of Emily Armstrong, the new vocalist of Linkin Park. (credit:instagram.com/emilyarmstrong/brianbowensmith)

Emily Armstrong is not a stranger in the music industry. Since the age of 11, she has fallen in love with music and started playing the guitar. At 15, she began singing and building her career in the rock world. With a diverse range of genres such as hard rock, alternative rock, punk blues, and grunge, Emily has showcased her extraordinary talent. She was even inspired by Linkin Park since childhood, so joining this band is a dream come true.

In September 2024, Emily took over as the lead vocalist after the departure of Chester Bennington, and her debut performance immediately caught the attention of many. The live concert was a huge success, and many praised her fresh and new energy. However, not everyone was pleased with her appointment. There was controversy surrounding her career, including allegations of her support for Danny Masterson, who was involved in a rape case. Additionally, her relationship with the Church of Scientology also came under scrutiny.

Despite this, Emily's talent and ability as a vocalist and songwriter are expected to bring Linkin Park to new heights of glory. Time will tell if she can fill the void left by Chester. However, one thing is certain, Emily has great potential to bring something new to the loyal fans of Linkin Park.

2. Linkin Park's First Concert in Jakarta

Profile of Emily Armstrong, the new vocalist of Linkin Park. (credit:instagram.com/emilyarmstrong/anendfor)

Linkin Park rocked Jakarta on Sunday night, February 16, 2025, and the atmosphere at the Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Stadium was truly extraordinary! This concert became a special moment for fans, as they had just returned after a seven-year hiatus. The concert opened with the iconic song 'Somewhere I Belong' from the Meteora album, making the entire stadium roar, and fans sang every lyric with enthusiasm.

This concert was not just a reunion, but also a new chapter for Linkin Park. This band lineup also includes Mike Shinoda, Colin Brittain (drums), Brad Delson (keyboards), and Joe Hahn (DJ). Dressed in all black, they performed a series of hit songs like 'Crawling' and 'New Divide', which immediately got the audience singing along.

The fans in attendance were equally enthusiastic. Many of them dressed in clothing and accessories emblazoned with Linkin Park, showing how deep their love for the band is. This concert is part of the 'From Zero World Tour', held to celebrate their latest album, From Zero. Jakarta is the only city in Southeast Asia that Linkin Park visited on this tour, making it even more special for fans in Indonesia.

3. Special Moments for Fans

Profile of Emily Armstrong, the new vocalist of Linkin Park. (credit:instagram.com/emilyarmstrong/anendfor)

The Linkin Park concert at GBK is a testament to the love of Indonesian fans for this band. Even with a new vocalist, the enthusiasm of the fans remains high, showing the strength and endurance of Linkin Park's music in their hearts.

This concert is not just a music concert, but also a celebration of unity and a timeless love for music. With Emily Armstrong's presence, we all hope that Linkin Park will continue to create inspiring and uplifting works.

What do KLOvers think about this? Come on, write in the comments! If not now, when again?

(kpl/vna)