Still remember it to this day..My buddy and I were hanging out in my Dad's basement. Just a couple 10 year old kids without a care in the world. My buddy started telling me about this new band that his older brother told him about. "Dude, my brother just showed me this band called Linkin Park! They're awesome! They sound really different and cool! You have to listen to them!" That day changed my life.
I can't thank my buddy enough for introducing me to LP. Listening to this album always takes me back to being a kid. I've listened to this album playing street hockey. Playing NFS Underground on PS2. With my Dad out fishing on the lake. With my Wife the first time she ever listened to it. And now with my kids. LP and this album will always hold a special place in my heart. Matter of fact the winged soldier from the album cover is tattooed on my arm.
This is THE game changer album for me. It introduced me to new styles and bands. And it introduced me to Chester and Shinoda. Absolute legends and artists of the highest degree. Their chemistry will never be matched. And Chester will live on forever through his passionate and masterful music. I miss him every day.
This album will forever be one of my favorites of all time. The BEST debut album of all time. And absolutely one of the greatest albums ever made.
LP & Chester forever 💙
