Alternative Name | Xero (1996–99) Hybrid Theory (1999) Xero (1996–1999) Hybrid Theory (1999–2000) |
Group Members | Rob Bourdon Brad Delson Mike Shinoda Dave Farrell Joe Hahn Chester Bennington |
Past Group Members | Mark Wakefield Kyle Christner Chester Bennington |
Music Genre(s) | Nu metal rap rock rap metal alternative metal electronic rock alternative rock pop rock |
Music Genre | Alternative Rock Pop/Rock Rap-Rock |
Origin | Agoura Hills, California, U.S. |
Year(s) Active | 1996–present 1996–2017 (hiatus) (hiatus 2017–2020) |
Record Label | Warner Bros. Machine Shop Warner |
Official Websites | linkinpark.com |
Associated Acts | Jay Z Steve Aoki Jay-Z |
Linkin Park is an American rock band from Agoura Hills, California. The band's current lineup comprises vocalist/rhythm guitarist Mike Shinoda, lead guitarist Brad Delson, bassist Dave Farrell, DJ/turntablist Joe Hahn and drummer Rob Bourdon, all of whom are founding members. Vocalists Mark Wakefield and Chester Bennington are former members of the band. Categorized as alternative rock, Linkin Park's earlier music spanned a fusion of heavy metal and hip hop, while they later transitioned into more electronica- and pop-influenced music.