Meteora
by Linkin Park
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8.8

Universal acclaim- based on 749 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 681 out of 749
  2. Mixed: 28 out of 749
  3. Negative: 40 out of 749

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  1. RudyS
    Jan 28, 2006
    7
    Lot of agression...but still average
  2. KellinaS
    Jan 26, 2006
    8
    Keep up the good work!
  3. kylea
    Nov 11, 2005
    10
    LP is my favorite band and i love all there songs definetely get this cd. dont listen to the people that gave low scores cuz they dont no what real music is. 10 out of 10
  4. codyj
    Oct 28, 2005
    10
    it's the best thing since cup noodles
  5. PatH
    Sep 16, 2005
    10
    Linkin Park is the sexiest most heart pumping trio of gut-wrenching eye candy that angsts the sexy lady out of my skin! I really like it when the one guy does this whispery angsty rapping and then out of nowhere the other guy comes out with all the devil screaming like a huge anger buffet. If that's what it sounds like I want to go there and stay there 4evr. Forget that I am from Linkin Park is the sexiest most heart pumping trio of gut-wrenching eye candy that angsts the sexy lady out of my skin! I really like it when the one guy does this whispery angsty rapping and then out of nowhere the other guy comes out with all the devil screaming like a huge anger buffet. If that's what it sounds like I want to go there and stay there 4evr. Forget that I am from Minog, baby! i am totally all over this american rarap revolutoin RokK! I really wanna write something more but I juss feel all embarrassed about how much i luv it all !Rokk on, dudz! And if you ever play in fargo gimme a holla!… Expand
  6. TheKilla
    Aug 29, 2005
    10
    This is a truly great CD, as great as reanimation and hybrid theory. LP are my favourite band.
  7. Jack
    Aug 26, 2005
    10
    the best album, i like it better then the first
  8. JM
    Jul 7, 2005
    9
    I like this more than their firt album, because of songs like, numb, faint and somewhere i belong. My only compaint is that is is way too short at 36 min
  9. toms
    May 26, 2005
    10
    best album of 2004
  10. ArtF
    May 21, 2005
    10
    My favorite album
  11. nofearinc
    Apr 30, 2005
    8
    I like rap-metal instrumentals, used in this album. Boys can sing better, but I don't mind some of their mistakes. After Reanimation this album makes it go better.
  12. JessB
    Mar 30, 2005
    9
    This album offers a different style of songs but still manages to give off a rebellious vibe that keeps listeners coming back for more. I think this CD is as good, if not better than, Hybrid Theory.
  13. JessicaK
    Mar 28, 2005
    9
    If you liked the first one you'll like the second one. While not necessarily THE MOST talented musicans in the world, they can hold their own. If you are a musician you wont be very impressed by the simplicity of this band. However, if Frank Zappa's sheet music means nothing to you, go buy Meterioa and love it for all it's glory.
  14. Rhonalea
    Jan 8, 2005
    10
    In my opinion, this is by far the best LP cd yet. Chester has the most amazing pipes, the way he sings blows me away. Keep up the good work guys, I'm ready for more!!!
  15. SimonoD
    Jan 5, 2005
    10
    Linkin Park rules!! Anyone who disagrees, don't know anything about music. This is just one of those records that you're like "wow, this is great stuff!" LP Rules forever!
  16. suvam
    Dec 28, 2004
    10
    this album is simply excellent... the songs in it are just incredible.... i just love them alot.. escpecially chester...
  17. unknown
    Dec 22, 2004
    8
    A great album that you can listen to over and over. Though the length of it is a little dissapointing it is still a solid album.
  18. badguymanbadguy
    Oct 18, 2004
    10
    i want to see that album againt
  19. SOADFan
    Sep 16, 2004
    7
    This is definitely a huge improvement over Hybrid Theory, which just plain sucked, except for the first 4 tracks. Breaking the Habit, Numb, Somewhere I Belong, Faint, and the opening are all catchy, enjoyable and have fantastic beats. I also like the instrumental they did.
  20. HarrisonB
    Aug 8, 2004
    10
    I am huge Linkin Park fan. I've been listening to them since they came out. Every CD they make is awesome. This is my second favorite of all the Linkin Park CDs. My favorite is the live version. Then Meteora, then Hybrid Theory, then Reanimation. This is a great CD. I love Linkin Park, and I loved this CD. AWESOME!!!
  21. MatthewS
    Aug 7, 2004
    9
    A brilliant cd with good extras I especially like the screensaver the only real let down is the length but maybe the shortness is a good thing.
  22. Martijn
    Aug 5, 2004
    8
    This CD is realy great...
  23. timh.
    Aug 1, 2004
    10
    Closest thing to perfect i've ever heard Linkin Park's the best!
  24. SamJ
    Jul 13, 2004
    10
    This CD is so F!$#&*#G awsome! some of the best music ive ever heard. i think the only thing that tops it is Bling 182s new album
  25. shaneg
    Jun 23, 2004
    10
    Dude its linkinpark and they cant get any better there just #1 i've been listing to them sence they came out none stop and thats how good they are this cd is the best
  26. LaurenC.
    Jun 8, 2004
    10
    love linkin park there the best in the world and my frined likes them to so go us!!!
  27. JEROMEC
    May 18, 2004
    10
    this is the best record i have ever heard in my entire life thats real blood fa sho
  28. billyp
    May 13, 2004
    9
    its a great cd linkin park a good band but too many song numbers but no music or words plus songs to short but a good cd non the less ah who am i kidding great cd
  29. colec
    Apr 27, 2004
    10
    its really really good rocknroll and every insturment they play they play the best i have ever heard!!!!THE CD IS AWSOME
  30. haileyg
    Mar 25, 2004
    10
    its their best cd yet!!! :)
  31. AlexR
    Mar 21, 2004
    10
    Best CD ever!! It rocks.
  32. leanneb
    Mar 17, 2004
    10
    this album is great 2 listen 2
  33. Drako4439
    Mar 14, 2004
    10
    Very Nice Job. Keep it up
  34. mElisSaliM
    Mar 13, 2004
    10
    coOl alBuM!
  35. BladeBlack
    Mar 10, 2004
    9
    so cool
  36. LuciAC
    Feb 23, 2004
    10
    Wow they blew me off again they are sooo tight I mean *claps claps* really Linkin Park Rock's they are my Fav. band and to all of them keep doing what ur doing !!!!!!
  37. julia
    Feb 23, 2004
    9
    dis cd rox! esp e drumming...whoa rock on dudes!
  38. bob11
    Feb 17, 2004
    10
    its live
  39. LindaC
    Feb 10, 2004
    10
    Great album I like it as much as Hybrid Theory!!! Linkin Park is the chiznitt
  40. KimR
    Feb 9, 2004
    10
    I love everything about this album and Hybrid Theory. Linkin Park is by far my favorite!!! fyi boy bands all sing and don't play instruments duh!!!!!
  41. ShaunT.
    Jan 28, 2004
    9
    Creative, explosive, and much better than its predecessor! Every track is good, and though the running time is rather short, there is no quality lost overall. More tracks would have been nice, but with 12 high-quality tracks, its hard to ask for much more in today's music market. Check this one out!
  42. Candy&Pookie
    Jan 7, 2004
    10
    Candy & Pookie thinks this record is the s**t !! Go buy it now you mofo!!!!
  43. BitBurn
    Dec 30, 2003
    9
    I really dig this record! Songs are short, powerful and straight to the point. No b******t here!! Strong melodies, some classic guitar riffs, a little rap, good sub bass, I totally love it.
  44. DeaB
    Dec 23, 2003
    10
    I have been a fan from the first, and always will be!! I love the album!!
  45. JenniC.
    Dec 4, 2003
    10
    I give this a 10 because the Cd is awesome..If you don't think so then oh well..the dvd for Live in Texas was really Great!..and btw..I love Mike Shinoda..he's amazing! :)
  46. BreannaR
    Nov 18, 2003
    9
    I love Linkin Park. I love this CD and i also love Hybird Theory. My favorite songs on this CD are dont stay, easier to run, breaking the habit, numb, and nobody's listening. The rest of the songs are great, just like this CD!!!!!
  47. MirandaS
    Nov 10, 2003
    10
    This album is by far one of the best albums I own. However, it doesnt' compare to the classics and the "Top 100 albums of all time". It is an album that I can play over and over again and not get sick of it like the other "hit" music that is released today.
  48. chelsea
    Nov 8, 2003
    10
    its awesum!!!!!!!!!!! i luv them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  49. chelsea
    Nov 8, 2003
    10
    its awesum!!!!!!!!!!! i luv them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  50. BenW
    Sep 14, 2003
    9
    We've heard it before, songs all about betrayal and deep psychological and mental anguish and inner pain; that's what Meteora is, so basically, it's Hybrid Theory, but even if we HAVE heard it before, Linkin Park can still make it fresh, fast, edgy, and catchy as hell. So is it really such a bad thing?
  51. RockyP
    Sep 6, 2003
    10
    Meteora is by far the best album I ever heard in my life. Hearing it for the first time, my reaction was slightly disappointed. But after actually listening to it the second time, I loved it. Meteora is alot more inspirational, ambitous, and important then Hybrid Theory. Don't get me wrong, I love the first album with its great lyrics, melodies, and intensity. I think Meteora has Meteora is by far the best album I ever heard in my life. Hearing it for the first time, my reaction was slightly disappointed. But after actually listening to it the second time, I loved it. Meteora is alot more inspirational, ambitous, and important then Hybrid Theory. Don't get me wrong, I love the first album with its great lyrics, melodies, and intensity. I think Meteora has more of a meaning with its more incredible lyrics and better instrumentation. Even though the album is shorter then Hybrid Theory, I think it is better that way because it gives Meteora a sort of meaningful and and "work of art" vibe. Linkin Park new what they were doing with this record and did a fantastic job at it. If your down with the LP I strongly recommend you buy this album, you won't regret it. I guarantee you! … Expand
  52. RyanR
    Aug 25, 2003
    8
    This is by far Linkin Park's best album to date. Reanimation was a joke and Hybrid Theory seemed like a mass of songs clumped together in one hot and steamy pile (ahhhh...). This album had flow, had a meaning, and ditched the screamfest for some skilled vocals and music. Yes there is screaming but not to the extent of Hybrid Theory. Don't get me wrong, I loved Hybrid Theory but This is by far Linkin Park's best album to date. Reanimation was a joke and Hybrid Theory seemed like a mass of songs clumped together in one hot and steamy pile (ahhhh...). This album had flow, had a meaning, and ditched the screamfest for some skilled vocals and music. Yes there is screaming but not to the extent of Hybrid Theory. Don't get me wrong, I loved Hybrid Theory but this is my new love. I gave it an 8 because on the second day of me owning it I listend to some Pink Floyd to calm myself. If I don't listen to somting else within a week of buying an album that means it is a flawless peice of work. Another plus to Meteora is the booklet and 17 min. movie. They both tell about how the album was made. My personal favorite is "Breaking the Habit". The booklet says the song was 6 years in the making. It shows. So in conclusion, go buy this cd and enjoy the best of Linkin Park.… Expand
  53. MarcW
    Aug 24, 2003
    7
    This is a deeper and more complex album than their debut. However, the tracks lack the overall energy of the earlier pieces like 'Papercut'. However, credit is due for the more natural meshing between Bennington's vocals and Shinoda's MCing.
  54. CasperRex
    Aug 7, 2003
    10
    it is the best cd ever made and it's true it's so great
  55. KadeeW
    Aug 5, 2003
    10
    The new LP CD is really cool and it has even more orignality than all the others.
  56. xxxkkk
    Aug 3, 2003
    10
    It's perfect and i think that everyone who loved Hibryd Theory has to listen this album because it's GREAT!
  57. keiths
    Aug 2, 2003
    10
    It WAS GREAT, ESPECIALLY (FAINT)
  58. GregC
    Jul 5, 2003
    10
    This CD is awesome and is a great follow up to the first album which was also great.
  59. anonymousanonymous
    Jun 23, 2003
    10
    great cd
  60. BradB
    Jun 23, 2003
    10
    I tohought tyhis album was awsome. whoever gave it a zero-five must not like linkin park that much nad must be fucked up.
  61. beng
    Jun 16, 2003
    10
    I thought the album was better than the first one, but this album was the shit.
  62. DavidC
    Jun 9, 2003
    10
    this album rocks make one just like it lp!
  63. Amanda
    Apr 15, 2003
    10
    This CD is totally awesome! I think that it is better than their last one! It has so many cool songs that I love! "From the Inside" and "Easier to Run" are my top favorites. "Somewhere I Belong gets a little old if you listen to it a lot. But this CD desreves a 10. I listen to it all of the time, like RIGHT NOW!
  64. missy
    Apr 12, 2003
    10
    i love this cd! i listen to it all the time when i go running and it helps me keep beat
  65. NancyR
    Apr 9, 2003
    10
    I've been a long time fan of LP and I believe this CD is a perfect follow up of "Hybrid Theory" it certainly surpassed my expectations. I LOVED it the first time I bought it and just keep loving it more no matter what some critics say it's one of the best 15 some dollars I've spent. All I can say is that it's AWESOME musically and is unbelievable through it's art I've been a long time fan of LP and I believe this CD is a perfect follow up of "Hybrid Theory" it certainly surpassed my expectations. I LOVED it the first time I bought it and just keep loving it more no matter what some critics say it's one of the best 15 some dollars I've spent. All I can say is that it's AWESOME musically and is unbelievable through it's art and emotions it evokes. -Keep Up that Magic LP… Expand
  66. JoanAlabortM
    Apr 8, 2003
    10
    It's cool
  67. Bob
    Apr 4, 2003
    8
    This only has 3 good songs, one of which doesnt count since it is the beginning of track 2. the only good ones are 1,2, and 3
  68. CoreyM
    Apr 3, 2003
    10
    This is an amazing album! I think Linkin Park has come a long way since their first album and will continue to progress gracefully in the music industries.
  69. CaseyJ
    Apr 2, 2003
    10
    Chester's vocie must be raw by now. GOD YOU GUYS RULE!!!!!!
  70. JohnO
    Apr 2, 2003
    10
    this is the best LP cd ive ever heard so far. Its really awsome
  71. KevinL
    Apr 2, 2003
    10
    This cd is as hot as the rest, keep up the good work guys!!!
  72. VidM
    Mar 31, 2003
    7
    On March 25, Linkin Park released their second all-new album. Hybrid Theory, Linkin ParkÂ?s debut album, put the band on the map and installed a large fan base for the group. With that, of course, came frenzied calls for another album with very high expectations. Last year LP released Reanimation, made up of remixes of the Japanese release of Hybrid Theory. This quasi-new album was On March 25, Linkin Park released their second all-new album. Hybrid Theory, Linkin ParkÂ?s debut album, put the band on the map and installed a large fan base for the group. With that, of course, came frenzied calls for another album with very high expectations. Last year LP released Reanimation, made up of remixes of the Japanese release of Hybrid Theory. This quasi-new album was met with mixed reviews. Meteora, however, is all new and has had a better reception from the music community. While Hybrid Theory is just a fun album to listen to, Meteora has a grittier, darker feel. This album features harsher sounds and makes Hybrid Theory look upbeat even. This is not, however, a bad thing. Linkin Park could have easily made a CD filled with a bunch of Â?newÂ? tracks along the same vein as Hybrid TheoryÂ?s songs and met with much success. Instead, Linkin Park decides to try some new things and succeeds. MeteoraÂ?s vocals seem to be less dominated by Chester Bennington than Hybrid TheoryÂ?s vocals. Mike Shinoda plays a larger part of Meteora than he did in the bandÂ?s first album. At first, I was a bit disappointed, until I realized that Shinoda seems to have grown in his abilities. With Hybrid Theory, I like BenningtonÂ?s Â?man-child howlingÂ? (E! Online) and pretty much just tolerate Shinoda. However, Meteora has brought me to like both vocalists equally. Hybrid Theory did a good job of maintaining a consistent and awesome feel throughout the entire album. Though LPÂ?s debut album features the singles Â?One Step Closer,Â? Â?Crawling,Â? and Â?In the End,Â? many other of Hybrid TheoryÂ?s tracks could have been singles. Meteora features the single Â?Somewhere I Belong,Â? which many of you have probably heard with its all of its airtime on the radio. In my opinion, Â?Faint,Â? Â?NobodyÂ?s Listening,Â? and Â?NumbÂ? are better tracks, and I hope they will draw as much attention as Â?Somewhere I Belong,Â? as good as it is. Meteora does not do as good of a job as Hybrid Theory in maintaining the pace set by its singles. There are no bad songs on Meteora, but there are several mediocre ones. Meteora should meet fan expectations if not make as big of a splash in the music world as Hybrid Theory did. BOTTOM LINE: Listeners new to Linkin Park will want to start with Hybrid Theory, but LP fans are going to want to do themselves a big favor and pick up Meteora as soon as possible. SCORE: 7 OUT OF 10, GOOD* *Before a bunch of LP fans jump down my throat, I should say that on my rating scale 5 is average. … Expand
  73. JessicaM
    Mar 29, 2003
    10
    This is tthe best cd ever made i love to listen to it
  74. [Anonymous]
    Mar 29, 2003
    10
    this is just as good as hybrid theory if not better
  75. JohnH.
    Mar 28, 2003
    10
    I was a bit disappointed by the first single on the radio, "Somewhere I Belong," because it sounded like it belonged on Hybrid Theory. In other words, it was nothing new. But upon listening to the whole album, I can confidently say that LP have grown musically; their Reanimation project have definitely made them more eclectic and explosive.
  76. Rod
    Mar 27, 2003
    8
    Not as good as Hybrid theory, but overall this album delivers what you would expect from a band like linkin park.
  77. theimminent26
    Mar 27, 2003
    9
    When I first heard somehwere I belong I thought it was a great song but the main thing that worried me was has linkin park gone softer for the radio, I mean its not like they needed it but I was just worried. As soon as The first track don't stay played I knew it was false. Then Lying from you just with its heavy opening to great chorus was just superb. Faint Is a bit away from the When I first heard somehwere I belong I thought it was a great song but the main thing that worried me was has linkin park gone softer for the radio, I mean its not like they needed it but I was just worried. As soon as The first track don't stay played I knew it was false. Then Lying from you just with its heavy opening to great chorus was just superb. Faint Is a bit away from the normal but definetly not bad with its faster beat. Breaking the habit while lacking guitar power one can't help but to not like. But the final track numb was close to being my favorite song by this band with its great lyrics and nice sampling. My only arguments are length, and some of the ryhmes or lyrics on Nobodys listening where kind of ....lets just call them dumbfounded … Expand
  78. TommyG
    Mar 27, 2003
    10
    nice album LP
  79. J.Mulero
    Mar 26, 2003
    10
    Last night I was lucky enough to score VIP tickets to their show in Hollywood last night. Both the show and this cd are amazing. Theyre exploring some different styles while maintaing their sound. The sophomore slump doesnt apply here. Buy it and love it! And see the show!
  80. AlanB
    Mar 26, 2003
    8
    Well, it's an awesome CD, I'm sure a lot of these songs will be radio hits, but it's only 36 minutes long. I wait around after it's over wishing there was more.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. E! Online
    91
    Through it all, the guys stay just as tight (translation: radio-ready) as ever, offering up tracks in near-perfect three-minute doses.
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  2. ShakingThrough.net
    50
    Coming from a group whose debut offered a glimmer of hope for the expansion of the genre's boundaries, such creative laziness is all the more disappointing.
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  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    70
    While being as well-crafted, catchy and dynamic as the first one, it leaves you feeling distinctly underwhelmed, as if the band had simply reprogrammed the Pro-Tools machine that they'd made the first album on and changed the lyrics and speed of the songs a bit.
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