Profile of Emily Armstrong, Replacement for Chester Bennington as the New Vocalist of Linkin Park After 7 Years of Hiatus

Kapanlagi.com - Linkin Park has recently announced their first tour since the death of Chester Bennington, featuring their new vocalist. Linkin Park has revealed that they have reunited for a tour and new music, seven years after the death of their former vocalist Chester Bennington, and have brought in rocker Emily Armstrong as their new vocalist.

Emily Armstrong made her debut with the band on Thursday during a live broadcast featuring their new single, "The Emptiness Machine," alongside returning members Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Dave "Phoenix" Farrell, and Joe Hahn. According to hollywoodlife.com, Shinoda told the audience that the day was very special for them, while paying tribute to their late bandmate who died by suicide at the age of 41 in July 2017.

The California-based rock band invited Emily Armstrong to join the iconic group around September 2023. Emily said that she consulted with her bandmates in Dead Sara, who encouraged her to seize the opportunity before accepting the role.

Emily Armstrong's presence as the latest vocalist replacing Chester Bennington has brought a new vibe to the band, which already has millions of fans worldwide. Here is a brief profile of their new vocalist who will play an important role in this new era of the band.

1. Profile of Emily Armstrong

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Emily Armstrong, an American woman born on May 6, 1986, in California, has proven to be a talented musician. She has shown a great interest in music from a young age. At the ages of 11 and 15, she began honing her skills in playing guitar and singing.

This 38-year-old woman grew up in Los Angeles, California, where she developed her interest in music at an early age and decided to leave high school to pursue a career in the industry. She has also admitted that music is a part of her life, motivating her to this day.

2. Emily Armstrong's Music Career

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Before joining Linkin Park, this 38-year-old woman started her music journey in 2002. It was then that Emily met guitarist Siouxsie Medley and formed a band called Epiphany. Over time, Epiphany changed its name to Dead Sara, and this marked the beginning of Emily's professional career.

Emily is known as the vocalist and guitarist of the rock band from Los Angeles, Dead Sara. The band she formed with guitarist Siouxsie Medley has released three studio albums, with their debut in 2012 featuring the hit song "Weatherman." Emily's music journey is also marked by high-profile collaborations and notable songwriting credits. She provided backing vocals for Courtney Love's solo album, Nobody's Daughter, and co-wrote songs for Demi Lovato's album, Holy Fvck.

3. Style and Influence of Music

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Emily Armstrong is known for her deep appreciation of various styles and influences in music, including rock, folk, and blues artists from the 1960s and 1970s, which have shaped her musical style. She has expressed admiration for artists such as Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin, Stevie Nicks, Joni Mitchell, and Nirvana, indicating that her personal taste is as eclectic and broad as her professional collaborations.

4. Reasons for Emily Being Chosen as the New Vocalist of Linkin Park

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Emily Armstrong's selection as the new singer for Linkin Park certainly did not come without reason. Her unique, powerful voice and her ability to deliver hard rock songs may align perfectly with Linkin Park's musical character. Additionally, Emily has a lot of stage experience, making it easy for her to adapt to the performance atmosphere of Linkin Park.

One of the members of Linkin Park, Mike Shinoda, stated that they were looking for a vocalist who not only has good singing abilities but also has a personality that fits with the other band members. "Emily possesses all the qualities we are looking for. She is a very talented and passionate musician," said Mike Shinoda in English.

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