Linkin Park pays tribute to Chester Bennington with new song and video
Band releases "Lost" in honor of late frontman on anniversary of his death
Linkin Park has released a new song and video in tribute to their late frontman, Chester Bennington. The song, titled "Lost," was released on July 20, 2023, the seventh anniversary of Bennington's death. The video features footage of the band performing the song live, as well as home videos and photos of Bennington.
The song is the band's first new music since their 2017 album, "One More Light."
In a statement, the band said that "Lost" is a "song about grief and loss, but it's also a song about hope and healing." They added that they hope the song will help others who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
Bennington died by suicide in 2017 at the age of 41. He had been struggling with depression and addiction for many years.
Linkin Park has continued to perform and record music since Bennington's death. They released a live album, "Live from the Hollywood Bowl," in 2018, and a compilation album, "Greatest Hits," in 2022.
The band is currently on tour in Europe. They will be performing in the United States later this year.
The video for "Lost" was directed by Emily Armstrong, who also directed the band's video for "Heavy."
The video features footage of the band performing the song live at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. It also includes home videos and photos of Bennington, as well as footage of the band recording the song in the studio.
The video is a fitting tribute to Bennington, who was a talented singer and songwriter. It is a reminder of his legacy and his impact on the music world.
Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda said that the song is a "beautiful and haunting tribute" to Bennington.
Shinoda said that the song is "a reminder of how much Chester is missed and how much his music meant to so many people." He added that he hopes the song will help others who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
The song has been well-received by fans and critics alike. Many people have said that the song is a beautiful and moving tribute to Bennington.
Linkin Park's new song and video is a fitting tribute to Chester Bennington. The song is a beautiful and moving reminder of his legacy and his impact on the music world.
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