US EditionLinkin Park Drop ‘One More Light’ From Live Shows After Bennington’s Death
NO LOC, JUL 20 – Linkin Park avoids performing 'One More Light' live due to its emotional weight after Chester Bennington's 2017 death, prioritizing the band's mental health and honoring his memory.
- Linkin Park announced they will no longer perform 'One More Light' live at the UEFA Champions League Final in Munich.
- Co-Founder Mike Shinoda described the track as `too sad to play`, noting it was the title song of the band's final album with Chester Bennington and explaining that performing it after his death became too painful.
- Linkin Park returned to live performances with Emily Armstrong and Colin Brittain after releasing a deluxe edition of From Zero in May, with Dave "Phoenix" Farrell saying `Gradually, just Emily and Colin were the fit`.
- Mike Shinoda said performing live became `exhausting` as he grappled with grief, and many fans expressed understanding and respect for the band's decision.
- Linkin Park continues performing other hits that celebrate resilience and hope, illustrating how they've maintained momentum while preserving 'One More Light' as a tribute.
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American band Linkin Park has been delighting fans with a successful comeback since last year. After the adaptation of singer Emily Armstrong, they released a new album in the fall and are touring stages around the world. However, they have deducted one hit from the concert playlist enriched with new songs, which they no longer intend to play live after the death of their original frontman Chester Bennington.
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