Emily Armstrong has been selected as the new singer for Linkin Park.
During a live stream on Thursday, band members Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Dave ‘Phoenix’ Farrell, and Joe Hahn announced that they were reuniting after seven years apart.
The rock group went on an indefinite hiatus following lead vocalist Chester Bennington’s death at the age of 41 in 2017.
As part of the event, Shinoda named Dead Sara star Armstrong as co-vocalist and Colin Brittain as the new drummer.
“The more we worked with Emily and Colin, the more we enjoyed their world-class talents, their company, and the things we created,” he said. “We feel really empowered with this new lineup and the vibrant and energised new music we’ve made together. We’re weaving together the sonic touchpoints we’ve been known for and still exploring new ones.”
In addition, Linkin Park unveiled a new single, titled The Emptiness Machine, a new album called From Zero, and plans for a six-stop arena tour.
Reflecting on the decision to reunite, Shinoda explained that it happened very slowly over a long time.
“Before Linkin Park, our first band name was Xero. This album title refers to both this humble beginning and the journey we’re currently undertaking. Sonically and emotionally, it is about past, present, and future – embracing our signature sound, but new and full of life,” the 47-year-old continued. “It was made with a deep appreciation for our new and longtime bandmates, our friends, our family, and our fans. We are proud of what Linkin Park has become over the years, and excited about the journey ahead.”
A pre-sale for tickets to the From Zero World Tour will launch on Friday, with concerts to kick off in Los Angeles, California on 11 September and wrap at Bogota, Colombia on 11 November.
From Zero is set to drop on 15 November.
