One More Light
by Linkin Park
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  1. alexandershine
    May 19, 2017
    9
    You cant expect a band to remain musically the same for 17 years, The fact that every album should sound the same is the problem with music these days. Linkin Park is experimenting, and its appreciated. This record is lyrically beautiful, especially songs like Sorry for Now and Battle Symphony. Musically, even though I think the drummer took a huge sabbatical, the vocalists and theYou cant expect a band to remain musically the same for 17 years, The fact that every album should sound the same is the problem with music these days. Linkin Park is experimenting, and its appreciated. This record is lyrically beautiful, especially songs like Sorry for Now and Battle Symphony. Musically, even though I think the drummer took a huge sabbatical, the vocalists and the producers have done a commendable job. Even though there are no screams, no loud drums or heavy guitar riffs, its refreshing music.… Expand
  2. AndyDXGame
    May 19, 2017
    9
    The evolution of Linkin Park is not for everybody but there's no denying that they know how to write a good song, whatever the genre. "One More Light" is a polished gem of a pop album - approach this album with an open mind and I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.
  3. adunkhan
    May 19, 2017
    10
    I don't know whats wrong with most of the people on the internet.
    This album is absolutely an Amazing one, way better music than most of the trending music these days.
    Its all about change and evolution of music. And that doesn't mean Linkin Park cannot make what they have made before, its just that they follow change & innovation, these guys could've continued in their old style but the    I don't know whats wrong with most of the people on the internet.
    This album is absolutely an Amazing one, way better music than most of the trending music these days.
    Its all about change and evolution of music. And that doesn't mean Linkin Park cannot make what they have made before, its just that they follow change & innovation, these guys could've continued in their old style but the truth is that they've risked their career for their Fans & the Music heads to feed them something different than before every-time they show up. These guys don't care about the number of albums they gonna sold. They don't release 3 albums a year. They're not mean. They love Change, and that's what Linkin Park is all about.    … Expand
  4. Jay_Pickens
    Jul 25, 2018
    1
    This album is the worst thing LP has ever done... which is actually very sad if you'll think about it. Chester's death is tragic and it's a damn shame that we won't hear his voice again. There are some people that think, that it's "us", people that hated this album and made Chester want to kill himself because of it, but I think that's bulls***. Depression is not a joke, people... but thisThis album is the worst thing LP has ever done... which is actually very sad if you'll think about it. Chester's death is tragic and it's a damn shame that we won't hear his voice again. There are some people that think, that it's "us", people that hated this album and made Chester want to kill himself because of it, but I think that's bulls***. Depression is not a joke, people... but this album certainly is. If it weren't for good vocals by Chazzy this album would be nothingness... a complete zero. The "music" here doesn't exist, I'm not even sure if all the band members took part in the process of making it. I think it was just Mike and Chazzy and the rest of the band were just at home playing Halo or something. Someone should rework this album into a nu-metal album, because the vocal hooks and lyrics are great... the rest of this is not. Do not buy this, mourn with Hybrid Theory instead. Pickens condemns!… Expand
  5. DaveBanbury
    Jun 6, 2017
    8
    Did not like at first. Have now listened a number of times, and, just like any LP album, I love 4 tracks, and the rest are average. This is so different to other LP music, but all bands move on. There will only ever be one Hybrid Theory so we should not expect that to be bettered unless we allow them to change. Who liked A Thousand Suns at first, Many years later, for me The CatalystDid not like at first. Have now listened a number of times, and, just like any LP album, I love 4 tracks, and the rest are average. This is so different to other LP music, but all bands move on. There will only ever be one Hybrid Theory so we should not expect that to be bettered unless we allow them to change. Who liked A Thousand Suns at first, Many years later, for me The Catalyst is possibly the best thing LP ever did. Accept change, move on and enjoy some excellent music.… Expand
  6. Divioy
    Jun 11, 2017
    10
    Most people see this album as a commercial stunt, that LP is looking to set a new standard which is more widely accepted. I don't see One More Light as a such. The major of LP's previous albums and tracks picture a narrator that is very discontent with their life and their problems. With One More Light, that narrator is now realizing that change is possible and they can make a differenceMost people see this album as a commercial stunt, that LP is looking to set a new standard which is more widely accepted. I don't see One More Light as a such. The major of LP's previous albums and tracks picture a narrator that is very discontent with their life and their problems. With One More Light, that narrator is now realizing that change is possible and they can make a difference in their life. This album sounds different because it comes from a different perspective, yet is still the LP we know and love.… Expand
  7. JaydenPickens
    Feb 20, 2019
    1
    This album is the worst thing LP has ever done... which is actually very sad if you'll think about it. Chester's death is tragic and it's a damn shame that we won't hear his voice again. There are some people that think, that it's "us", people that hated this album and made Chester want to kill himself because of it, but I think that's bulls***. Depression is not a joke, people... but thisThis album is the worst thing LP has ever done... which is actually very sad if you'll think about it. Chester's death is tragic and it's a damn shame that we won't hear his voice again. There are some people that think, that it's "us", people that hated this album and made Chester want to kill himself because of it, but I think that's bulls***. Depression is not a joke, people... but this album certainly is. If it weren't for good vocals by Chazzy this album would be nothingness... a complete zero. The "music" here doesn't exist, I'm not even sure if all the band members took part in the process of making it. I think it was just Mike and Chazzy and the rest of the band were just at home playing Halo or something. Someone should rework this album into a nu-metal album, because the vocal hooks and lyrics are great... the rest of this is not. Do not buy this, mourn with Hybrid Theory instead. Pickens condemns!… Expand
  8. TheEternalStar
    Mar 13, 2018
    6
    This album got too much hate, why? Because while it might have been weak compared to past Linkin Park albums, we can agree that the music on this album meant a lot to the band. Now my only two problems with this album is that: 1. It doesn't sound like Linkin Park band wise, & 2. This album could get a bit boring. Other than that, when I listened to it for the first time I didn't think itThis album got too much hate, why? Because while it might have been weak compared to past Linkin Park albums, we can agree that the music on this album meant a lot to the band. Now my only two problems with this album is that: 1. It doesn't sound like Linkin Park band wise, & 2. This album could get a bit boring. Other than that, when I listened to it for the first time I didn't think it was bad, just ok. I respect how much this album meant to the band, & that they did something that was right to them, but to me, it's a pretty solid pop album, I've have that opinion since the album came out, there were songs that stand out on this album, and others that were decent, but the music wasn't anything awful or bad.… Expand
  9. Doom40
    Jan 8, 2020
    5
    Linkin Park May be my favorite band but this is a big step down from there other works and sadly this is the last one with Chester,Rest in Peace...
  10. TheMajin
    May 19, 2017
    4
    Throughout the years LP evolved (mostly in a good way), but with today's release that era is over. Not a single song is packed with the 'monumental' element numerous songs of the past had. You can't come with 'na na na' and hybrid (no pun intended) songs that are a weak mixture of recent top 100 hit songs. The song "Talking to Myself" is the only song that still have a very little portionThroughout the years LP evolved (mostly in a good way), but with today's release that era is over. Not a single song is packed with the 'monumental' element numerous songs of the past had. You can't come with 'na na na' and hybrid (no pun intended) songs that are a weak mixture of recent top 100 hit songs. The song "Talking to Myself" is the only song that still have a very little portion of that uniqueness that once defined them. Good Goodbye Linkin Park and good luck with holding everything together.… Expand
  11. heisenbergsfan
    May 21, 2017
    0
    Nothing wrong with turning to pop, just don't suck at it. Paramore did it this year and they created a great record. This record is uninspired and unbelievably bland. Horrendous lyrics sung by Chester and Mike's shaky vocals and backed by flat, synthetic synth farts and lame beats. I can't believe anyone with any self respect can like this.
  12. ivimaster96
    May 19, 2017
    6
    Well... the first 5 songs are actually very good. I'm glad that they decided to take a new direction and make something different.

    But the last 5 are terrible. Not just common pop songs, but actually bad pop songs, the ones that make you change the station when you hear them on the radio because you listen 5 seconds and already hate them. That's why i give it a 6. It's not garbage    Well... the first 5 songs are actually very good. I'm glad that they decided to take a new direction and make something different.

    But the last 5 are terrible. Not just common pop songs, but actually bad pop songs, the ones that make you change the station when you hear them on the radio because you listen 5 seconds and already hate them.

    That's why i give it a 6. It's not garbage but it's not good though.

    As a faithful LP fan i have to admit that it takes courage to do something like this, knowing what kind of criticism you are going to receive. But on the other hand I enjoyed The Hunting Party a lot and I hope that the next album will bring that sound back.    … Expand
  13. Music_Observer
    May 28, 2017
    3
    The mind-numbing melodic pacing and extremely ugly synthetic textures summed up a disastrous attempt to sound fun and market friendly. My Score: 61/180 (Bad) = 3.4/10
  14. riepar
    May 29, 2017
    10
    Its amazing and awesome music changes for Linkin Park Band, Personally, either in these new songs and albums, are indeed very different. I myself even feel like being Linkin Park released an album debut. Very enthusiastic, and so can do which is different from the previous
  15. n3Kro
    Jun 23, 2017
    3
    It is hard to write bad review for long time my favorit band but lets try:
    If You are old linkin park fan / nu metal / rock then you will find nothing in this album absoluty nothing it is 100% pop music. If you like pop then 3 maybe 4 points there are better singers/bands in this category.
  16. ZMUSIC
    Jun 26, 2017
    2
    I waited for a month or so to listen to this album. There was feeling inside of me that this album would not only be more of a miss than a hit for Linkin Park, but would finally show a fundamental shift not only in genre, but in their distinct style of music. Unfortunately, I was even more correct than I feared.

    During their musical journey from nu metal to alternative rock, and even in    I waited for a month or so to listen to this album. There was feeling inside of me that this album would not only be more of a miss than a hit for Linkin Park, but would finally show a fundamental shift not only in genre, but in their distinct style of music. Unfortunately, I was even more correct than I feared.

    During their musical journey from nu metal to alternative rock, and even in their single-album foray into electronic rock, Linkin Park has maintained a sound style that was, if not unique, a staple of the band since their foray from Nu Metal. The use of abstract background sounds, powerful piano melodies and guitar riffs, and, most importantly, experimental and consistently changing vocals, created a sound that allowed for change and shifts in musical direction - and kept its fans coming back even to albums that strayed from its rock beginnings.

    This style changed drastically with 'One More Light'. The powerful guitar riffs and electronic melodies are gone, along with a lot of the drums. The broad range of vocals seen in previous albums are replaced by a consistent, light vocals with none of the heaviness and emotion seen in albums such as 'Minutes to Midnight', 'The Hunting Party', or 'Living Things'. This creates an album that is mostly without vocal variety between songs. While other albums had heavy and light, as well as fast and slow tracks, this one has solely light and slow tracks. And it has an effect - I honestly could not tell in the first few songs that I had moved onto a new song.

    Other reviews had called out Linkin Park for turning decisively into a pop band in this album. I agree, but I think the album is not a boring, forgettable album because of that reason. It is because Linkin Park could not bring any of their old experimentality and unique style to the album. It is not that Linkin Park cannot make a good pop song - “Shadow of the Day”, I would argue, is a pop song, but the powerful vocals, well developed guitar riff, as well as good musical mixing, create a song that is distinctly Linkin Park - but has mass appeal. In this album, however, Linkin Park brought none of their old experimental spirit, which leads to the album sounding like anything else on the popular music scene right now. This lack of experimentality from the normal is highlighted by their handling of collaboration with other musicians in the album. While in other albums, the collaboration with artists of different styles (such as with Rakim in ‘Guilty All the Same’), or with Jay Z, led to a merging of musical genres that, in my opinion, furthered the genre as a whole, their collaboration with artists in ‘One More Light’, such as in ‘’ has little effect on the song. If the song already sounds like something the artist would make, what’s the point of having a collaboration anyway?

    But the sad truth is I think that, underneath the flat melodies and similar-sounding tracks, there really was a foundation that could have been turned into something more than a forgettable album. The song ‘One More Light’ felt like it should have been developed from a light song into a hard-hitting guitar riff and chorus halfway through, but instead kept the same quiet tone throughout. ‘Talking to Myself’ was the opposite - it had a more interesting instrumental part, but was held back by lacking lyrics. ‘Good Goodbye’ felt far too repetitive, but had generally decent vocals.

    In ‘One More Light’, Linkin Park not only left behind its distinct style. It also left behind its individuality. And that may be the sad legacy of this album, if the band does not change course after this disappointing album.    … Expand
  17. PixyDustMajyk
    May 20, 2017
    10
    Every time these guys release a new album, i am amazed... it always strikes a chord... they are outside of any box imaginable... how i aspire to live my life... creative!y beautiful!! I can't stop listening... the soundtrack to my life... simply why I've never regretted having LNKNPRK as my license plate... Best band Ever!!!
  18. CristobaL
    May 19, 2017
    5
    The album of one song. One more light — the main track from this album will be written in memories. All other tracks is just like casual pop music. Meh
  19. joebuehrer
    May 21, 2017
    4
    The problem with this record isn't that it's Linkin Park trying to be pop, it's that it's Linkin Park trying to be pop while forgetting that they're Linkin Park. The band has always ventured off into different territory. Since the release of Minutes to Midnight they've delved into multiple different styles and genres but still maintained that sound that makes them unique. That sound thatThe problem with this record isn't that it's Linkin Park trying to be pop, it's that it's Linkin Park trying to be pop while forgetting that they're Linkin Park. The band has always ventured off into different territory. Since the release of Minutes to Midnight they've delved into multiple different styles and genres but still maintained that sound that makes them unique. That sound that makes them Linkin Park. This record on the other hand, feels like a half baked attempt to try something out of their comfort zone. There are 2, maybe 3 really good songs on this thing. One More Light and Sharp Edges are some of the best songs I've heard from the band. The rest feel like they really didn't care and just mixed and mashed a bunch of synth beats together to create some generic paint-by-numbers EDM anthems. It's not the complete disaster I was expecting it to be, but it still ranks as one of the worst albums that Linkin Park has made in their career. 4/10.… Expand
  20. m5_s1207
    May 21, 2017
    3
    bad goodbye to old Linkin Park and hello to this new Pop trash band
    so weak, so boring,wasted time & money,
    weak & disappointed & flat
    i surprise why they choose this slow pop style
  21. mthssntno
    May 19, 2017
    4
    Linkin Park brought us one of the most uninspired records ever made. A lot of The Chainsmokers, "Indie be like" and non remarkable songs over the ten album tracks, 4/10.
  22. NicklasW
    May 19, 2017
    4
    This album has nothing to do with Linkin Park most of the songs have a lame and generic EDM beat with Chester singing over it, I don't hate the Album for being Pop; I dislike it for being bad Pop, with not a single track that really stands out and is as such the most forgetable in their Discography.
    Best Songs: Talking to Myself, One More Light
    Worst Songs: Sorry for Now, Battle    This album has nothing to do with Linkin Park most of the songs have a lame and generic EDM beat with Chester singing over it, I don't hate the Album for being Pop; I dislike it for being bad Pop, with not a single track that really stands out and is as such the most forgetable in their Discography.
    Best Songs: Talking to Myself, One More Light
    Worst Songs: Sorry for Now, Battle Symphony, Nobody Can Save Me
    People who rate this Album 10 compare this to Thriller, Rumours and Jagged Little Pill turn of the Fan boy train and get real.
    People who rate this with 0 compare it to My World from JB or treat it like the worst thing they ever listened to, OML is not good but not that terrible so please rate this Album fair.    … Expand
  23. kingofthewknd
    May 21, 2017
    2
    Disappointing, especially after a solid record like The Hunting Party. While I'm relatively open minded to musicians experimenting with different sounds and musical styles, LP's foray into a more mainstream pop soundscape only manages to come off as forgettable, awkward, and at times unbearably bad. The songs on this record lack character and personality, and there's nothing minacious orDisappointing, especially after a solid record like The Hunting Party. While I'm relatively open minded to musicians experimenting with different sounds and musical styles, LP's foray into a more mainstream pop soundscape only manages to come off as forgettable, awkward, and at times unbearably bad. The songs on this record lack character and personality, and there's nothing minacious or edgy about this record, qualities that seemed omnipresent in the band's catalogue. Hopefully they can recover from this misstep, ASAP.… Expand
  24. eXadrian
    May 19, 2017
    5
    I have been a fan of Linkin Park from the moment I heard "in the end" when it was released, They brought me into they rock/metal genre. And even though they have changed their sound from time to time I still liked what they put out. From Hybrid Theory to the Hunting Party, each album had some good songs. But this album is a real disappointment, rock/metal has been completely replaced byI have been a fan of Linkin Park from the moment I heard "in the end" when it was released, They brought me into they rock/metal genre. And even though they have changed their sound from time to time I still liked what they put out. From Hybrid Theory to the Hunting Party, each album had some good songs. But this album is a real disappointment, rock/metal has been completely replaced by commercialized pop songs. I wouldn't have minded if they were really good, but most sound really dated to me. This album sounds like a different band to me, I hear mostly Chester Bennington singing, and almost no Mike Shinoda. They have lost their own original sound, and now sound like many other pop groups. When the single Heavy came out I was already a bit worried for the direction they are going, and this cements my fears. The conclusion, a subpar outdated pop album.… Expand
  25. rajnaimesh007
    May 25, 2017
    10
    Instead of comparing the album to previous ones, just listen to it at whole new one,
    Yes it, kinda pop but has amazing songs similar to iridescent, roads untraveled.
  26. clinton79
    May 19, 2017
    4
    Linkin Park has been a stable of the music scene since 1998's Hybrid Theory. They have evolved their sound with every album and that's good, it keeps things fresh. They certainly evolved their sound with this album, but in general it's just such a weak effort I can't understand what went wrong in the recording.

    For context, LP lyrically has always been terrible and cliche. The actual    Linkin Park has been a stable of the music scene since 1998's Hybrid Theory. They have evolved their sound with every album and that's good, it keeps things fresh. They certainly evolved their sound with this album, but in general it's just such a weak effort I can't understand what went wrong in the recording.

    For context, LP lyrically has always been terrible and cliche. The actual song writing is average and unimaginative, however they've consistently made good sometimes great albums because they are artists, they're unique, and they pioneer new blends of genres. That's why this album fails. Instead of leading the pack, they're just following current trends. If someone said the Chainsmokers or Coldplay produced the album, I'd believe them.    … Expand
  27. cuberank
    May 21, 2017
    7
    Yep, as expected, Linkin Park has come out with a new album and a lot of hate is directed towards it. Having said that, is it a bad album. It's for sure not their strongest effort. It's definitely not rock or metal. It has way more electronic and synth instruments in it and as a result, sound closer to pop. If you look at the album without the name "Linkin Park" associated with it, it'sYep, as expected, Linkin Park has come out with a new album and a lot of hate is directed towards it. Having said that, is it a bad album. It's for sure not their strongest effort. It's definitely not rock or metal. It has way more electronic and synth instruments in it and as a result, sound closer to pop. If you look at the album without the name "Linkin Park" associated with it, it's not a bad album. In fact, some songs are really great. For example, "One more light" is one of the strongest LP songs to me in a long time, right alongside very underrated "The messenger" and "Powerless". Most other songs are at best 5/10. "Good Goodbye" is grime and rap with Mike and is pretty decent. Enough has been said about "Heavy". The talk about genres is getting old. The album is decent at best with some standout songs for me in "One more light" and "Sharp Edges".… Expand
  28. Augusta90
    May 20, 2017
    1
    wow, I just listened to this and I'm now ready to resell my tickets to their Citi field concert. I loved Hunting Party, don't know how they came up with this garbage, sounds like a poor Pop band.
  29. Redcapnyc
    May 20, 2017
    4
    Back in 2003, after just having heard the then fresh Meteora my thoughts were "This is a great album, but one more record like this and HT will be wrong". And ti appears, the band had a similar understanding. Ever since then they have been "evolving". They kept on mixing different genres, whether pop/rock on MTM or indie/rock on ATS. And it did work for them more often than not.
    This    Back in 2003, after just having heard the then fresh Meteora my thoughts were "This is a great album, but one more record like this and HT will be wrong". And ti appears, the band had a similar understanding. Ever since then they have been "evolving". They kept on mixing different genres, whether pop/rock on MTM or indie/rock on ATS. And it did work for them more often than not.
    This album needs to be taken for what it is: a mediocre pop album.
    The first point: it is a pure pop album. In no way it is an experiment or an "evolving". No mix of genres here either. If you don't call it using the most tiresome pop music elements.
    The second point: it is hard to review a pop album without being deep into the genre. However, this is at no point in its short 35 minutes close to Madonna, Sting, George Michael or whatever decent pop artist comes to mind. Just a pack of summer relaxing songs that are sure to be forgotten sooner than later.    … Expand
  30. JacobRiveria
    May 21, 2017
    10
    A very strong and top-notch album by Linkin Park. They have sealed their place as the most versatile music band of all time with this one. An amazing album.
  31. smasharray
    May 19, 2017
    8
    Most people are expecting something when they hear that a new LP album is coming out.
    I have no expectations for the new albums and i think its a good thing. Because I'm always happy about new music from LP.
    Most people are disappointed because they want the old Linkin Park. But if you, like that Linkin Park is changing over Time, and really listen to the Songs it's a good record.    Most people are expecting something when they hear that a new LP album is coming out.
    I have no expectations for the new albums and i think its a good thing. Because I'm always happy about new music from LP.
    Most people are disappointed because they want the old Linkin Park.
    But if you, like that Linkin Park is changing over Time, and really listen to the Songs it's a good record.
    Outstanding Songs like One More Light, Talking to Myself and Battle Symphony are even in my Top 10 LP songs now. Not forgettable at all. The "Pop-Sound" really does fit Chesters and Mikes Voice while still preserving a lot of the typical Linkin park Sound.    … Expand
  32. BrushedRed
    May 21, 2017
    1
    I really don't think any of us should be surprised that this album sucks. Linkin Park hasn't released anything good since Minutes to Midnight. The Hunting Party did have its share of good tracks, but it still wasn't as good as their glory days of Hybrid Theory or Meteora, but it was better than anything else since Minutes to Midnight. Strangely, after that album and claiming to beI really don't think any of us should be surprised that this album sucks. Linkin Park hasn't released anything good since Minutes to Midnight. The Hunting Party did have its share of good tracks, but it still wasn't as good as their glory days of Hybrid Theory or Meteora, but it was better than anything else since Minutes to Midnight. Strangely, after that album and claiming to be returning to their roots, it's quite strange and awkward for them to take this approach.

    This is straight bubblegum, top-40 pop. This is not some experimental album. This is not art. I have no problem with an band evolving, and I do not expect to hear the same sound for almost 2 decades. This album is bad because it could really be seen as a companion album to The Chainsmokers new album. It's just so simple-minded, cliched, and derivative, and even for pop music, it's pretty bad. Chester's vocals don't even sound right and most of the songs sound similar. And even for a pop record, it never even comes near anything fun. It's all kinda mellow and slow and this theme recurs through every single track here, making it an extremely dull and boring listen, almost like listening to a country-pop album.

    Now, I'm not bashing anyone for liking this. If you love it, that is great, but for me, I just can't make it through another listen. It's just absolutely terrible. The last track is alright, so therefore I won't give it a 0, but it's pretty darn close.    … Expand
  33. SirFaulty
    May 22, 2017
    2
    Absolutely terrible album. Added it to my iPhone through Apple Music to stream in the car on the way to work. Didn't even make it past song 3 before I deleted the album in quiet disgust. The trite lyrics were what got to me the most (feels like they were written by a overly dramatic twenty-something year old and not what I expect from guys into their early forties). Also, even by popAbsolutely terrible album. Added it to my iPhone through Apple Music to stream in the car on the way to work. Didn't even make it past song 3 before I deleted the album in quiet disgust. The trite lyrics were what got to me the most (feels like they were written by a overly dramatic twenty-something year old and not what I expect from guys into their early forties). Also, even by pop standards, this is a piss poor attempt.

    Time to go back to the drawing boards fellas or hang-up the mike and put away the guitars and drum set and retire before you make complete fools out of yourself (although I think with this album the damage is already done).    … Expand
  34. DiSousa
    May 19, 2017
    2
    I've waited until the release to analyse and judge the album with a neutral look on it. And i have to say that is really a shame that Linkin Park decided to tarnish their discography with such a weak album.

    You can't even notice any trace of real instruments being played on the record. Mike and Chester dominated the production of the album and led the group toward a complete pop    I've waited until the release to analyse and judge the album with a neutral look on it. And i have to say that is really a shame that Linkin Park decided to tarnish their discography with such a weak album.

    You can't even notice any trace of real instruments being played on the record. Mike and Chester dominated the production of the album and led the group toward a complete pop direction.

    With electronic beats taking over the guitarist space, short lenghted songs and even multiple featured guests, Linkin Park clearly shows their intentions with a Radio friendly album that was made to sell-out.

    The only radical change made by the band was to give a middle finger to their oldshool fans that made them successful in the first place. They didn't wanted another Hybrid Theory like the group likes to insist. They wanted an original album with a Heavy sound that only them could make.

    You would think that they were walking toward the right direction with the release of The Hunting Party, but in reality all they wanted to be mainstream like everybody else.

    Mike Shinoda says that the Band likes to innovate and experiment new things each album, but this argument totally backfires when you listen to this album. This is not new, this is not original and this sure doesn't seems like innovation to me. Pop nowdays always sounds the same and One More Light is no different. Linkin Park has betrayed their own roots and fan base with the Band's weakest album yet.    … Expand
  35. ryanuk86
    May 19, 2017
    2
    After listening to the album through 3 times the frustration hasn't gone away. I kinda expected a poor release based on the way the band were really defensive prior to release. The stand out song on the album is the second track, ironically titled Good Goodbye... I understand that bands evolve over time but I can't help thinking that they have taken 20 steps backwards in their attempt toAfter listening to the album through 3 times the frustration hasn't gone away. I kinda expected a poor release based on the way the band were really defensive prior to release. The stand out song on the album is the second track, ironically titled Good Goodbye... I understand that bands evolve over time but I can't help thinking that they have taken 20 steps backwards in their attempt to move forward from the metal/ rock roots that they made their name from. I'll be interested to see them play any of these new tracks live, half the band won't actually have any part to play. Mike Shinoda and Joe Hahn playing on their laptops the whole time... Great show.

    Too late for a refund, but at least I can say I tried to like the album.    … Expand
  36. subject_lucy
    May 19, 2017
    10
    First things first, One More Light is an EPIC album by the ultimate genre-bending band, Linkin Park.
    This band is not a run-of-the-mill "rock band", on the contrary, Linkin Park's expertise and talent spans over multiple genres. Its perhaps surprising that their first foray into "pop" is by far the best pop music out there. But then, we have come to expect this from the versatile giants    First things first, One More Light is an EPIC album by the ultimate genre-bending band, Linkin Park.
    This band is not a run-of-the-mill "rock band", on the contrary, Linkin Park's expertise and talent spans over multiple genres. Its perhaps surprising that their first foray into "pop" is by far the best pop music out there. But then, we have come to expect this from the versatile giants of music.
    One More Light is a very meaningful and emotional album, showing us that overload of drums and guitars are not necessary to create an amazing album and to convey the deep feelings within each song. (Though, the phenomenally breathtaking vocals of frontmen Chester Bennington and Mike Shinoda surely help.)
    So, they have once again taken a blank canvas and have created an album from scratch, miles apart from its predecessors. It also serves as a timely reminder that these behemoths of world music are very much on top of their game.
    My verdict : 10/10 (it's the highest I can give)    … Expand
  37. worldisaduck
    May 19, 2017
    0
    As already said, the issue here is not that the band changed their music direction, problem here is that this album is 100% commercial pop project: 5 singles before release, commercial of $250k Mercedes in music video about life problems?(why everything so heavy, waaat? you promoting luxury cars in your videos), band members visited all of the most popular youtube shows for kids, lots ofAs already said, the issue here is not that the band changed their music direction, problem here is that this album is 100% commercial pop project: 5 singles before release, commercial of $250k Mercedes in music video about life problems?(why everything so heavy, waaat? you promoting luxury cars in your videos), band members visited all of the most popular youtube shows for kids, lots of interviews on radio and magazines in a lot of different countries etc. music itself is really week and arranged using most obvious and mainstream pop effects(high pitch voice, lots of reverb etc), lots of "I" in lyrics which is also generic pop move. and almost for every song you could find a similar track already written by another pop artist.… Expand
  38. Willow2003
    May 20, 2017
    2
    Wow. I an honestly say I am gutted/disappointed/sorry for this album. We all know that LP like to evolve their style, but this is 100% a ppo album! I have a huge range of music that I like but One Direction isn't part of that group. Very sad
  39. lukaswilson5
    May 20, 2017
    10
    Linkin Park has never been restricted to Hybrid Theory. OML is a strong album, lyrically it recaptures everything they've always been, putting a soft new sound. A couple misses on the album but overall it's another strong release from one of the greats
  40. CobainCantDie
    May 20, 2017
    3
    I wanted to like this album so badly. I grew up with Linkin Park, their first three albums being a large part of my early experience of music. So I won't deny that I am among the crowd who would love another Hybrid Theory. That said, I recognize that that is an unreasonable thing to ask of LP. I respect their desire to explore new territory, but their new sound just feels so limp. WhenI wanted to like this album so badly. I grew up with Linkin Park, their first three albums being a large part of my early experience of music. So I won't deny that I am among the crowd who would love another Hybrid Theory. That said, I recognize that that is an unreasonable thing to ask of LP. I respect their desire to explore new territory, but their new sound just feels so limp. When Thousand Suns came out, I liked most of the album, but was furious that they chose to end the album with an acoustic guitar song, something I would say seemed severely out of place on that album. LP seems to have continued in that direction, considering that so much of OML has such a slow, soft sound to it. I want to like this, but I just can't. It is lacking in personality, the only album that I remember liking whatsoever was Sorry for Now, which is a 7 at best. I wish that if LP has to change their sound so drastically, at least let it be fun. Fine, don't give me another album to headbang to, but at least give me something I could dance to and have fun with. One More Light is an album for when you want to sit around and contemplate stuff, and I can't imagine being more dissapointed in LP than getting a short album (only 35min, 10 songs) that is so lacking in personality. It doesn't rock, it isn't fun, the only word I'm left with is limp.… Expand
  41. ProfessorMundy
    May 20, 2017
    8
    What people fail to remember about Linkin Park, is that every single album has been unlike the last. Whether you're a "Hybrid Theory and Meteora are the only good ones" fan or you've listened to every album multiple times the contrast is there. The same can be said for "One More Light." While this album does not take the big risks that "A Thousand Suns" did back in 2010, it provides anWhat people fail to remember about Linkin Park, is that every single album has been unlike the last. Whether you're a "Hybrid Theory and Meteora are the only good ones" fan or you've listened to every album multiple times the contrast is there. The same can be said for "One More Light." While this album does not take the big risks that "A Thousand Suns" did back in 2010, it provides an overall better listening experience than their previous release of "The Hunting Party"

    "One More Light" fades away from the usual heavy musical and lyrical notes for a softer, more emotional feel in what may easily be the band's best lyrical compositions yet.

    That said, if you're on the side of the fandom that feels Hybrid Theory and Meteora are what the band should have "stuck with" and not allow the band to evolve as musicians, I would recommend leaving this album on the shelf.    … Expand
  42. No1Livz4ever
    May 23, 2017
    0
    3/10 as sh*ty generic pop band's album, 0/10 as new LP's album. Every next album was worse and worse, and now the bottom is reached. Congrats everyone.
  43. AlexZedKawa
    May 25, 2017
    8
    Nobody Can Save Me - C

    Good Goodbye - A+

    Talking to Myself - A+

    Battle Symphony - B+

    Invisible - B

    Heavy - C-

    Sorry For Now - D

    Halfway Right - D

    One More Light - A

    Sharp Edges - B+

    Overall - B-
  44. Rtheom
    May 26, 2017
    7
    This feels like a farewell album from a band that knows they're time is pretty much up; and as a fan since the release of Hybrid Theory, I'm okay with this. I've basically grown up with Linkin Park and both of us have changed a lot in that time. It's actually pretty interesting how their albums basically reflect an individual going from rebellious youth with nothing to lose into aThis feels like a farewell album from a band that knows they're time is pretty much up; and as a fan since the release of Hybrid Theory, I'm okay with this. I've basically grown up with Linkin Park and both of us have changed a lot in that time. It's actually pretty interesting how their albums basically reflect an individual going from rebellious youth with nothing to lose into a bedraggled adult with responsibility.

    Overall, a much better album than the horrible mid-life crisis mess that was Hunting Party, but super low energy compared to just about everything else they've made. I would be okay if they decided to call it quits here.    … Expand
  45. guitarmaniac004
    Dec 22, 2017
    4
    Chester's death is tragic and heartbreaking. I feel it does add some context to some moments on this album, but growing up with linkin park and being so used to their style, this album does fall flat on it's face a lot. For me, it doesn't compare to meteora, hybrid theory or even half of what minutes to midnight had. It's a disappointing yet tragic finale to this band.
  46. vinnythemax
    May 19, 2017
    10
    I really love what Linkin Park has done. It's a breather to try something different than their usual alternative rock genre. One More Light's songs are very catchy and serve as part of the mainstream. This album is literally very underrated and should deserve better from critics.
  47. Shruti123
    May 19, 2017
    10
    "One More Light" is the seventh studio album of the music legends Linkin Park. As is their tradition, Linkin Park has treated this album as a blank canvas, unmarked and uninfluenced by their previous albums. The best way to describe this album would be "melodic and emotional pop". Does that mean it is bad? On the contrary, it kicks ass.
    This is by FAR the best pop album released in recent    "One More Light" is the seventh studio album of the music legends Linkin Park. As is their tradition, Linkin Park has treated this album as a blank canvas, unmarked and uninfluenced by their previous albums. The best way to describe this album would be "melodic and emotional pop". Does that mean it is bad? On the contrary, it kicks ass.
    This is by FAR the best pop album released in recent years - maybe in the whole history of pop. It has got everything that good pop needs - catchy tunes, meaningful lyrics, amazing vocals, and above all, AMAZING songs.
    One of the best albums of the year. Full marks for this album.    … Expand
  48. 101nemesis
    May 19, 2017
    9
    Sorry For Now, Halfway Right, One More Light, Sharp Edges, Talking to Myself are all solid songs and I understand why the band did not release these as singles. They really kept the best for the last.
    There are some down moments in this album. Heavy and Good Goodbye are still poor songs. Every song follows the conventional song pattern without really experimenting in that aspect. The    Sorry For Now, Halfway Right, One More Light, Sharp Edges, Talking to Myself are all solid songs and I understand why the band did not release these as singles. They really kept the best for the last.
    There are some down moments in this album. Heavy and Good Goodbye are still poor songs. Every song follows the conventional song pattern without really experimenting in that aspect. The album opener, Nobody Can Save Me is an average song as well.
    However, almost all melodies in this album is catchy and goes well with the lyrics. Speaking of lyrics, the unreleased songs had the best lyrics the band has ever put out in their career while Good Goodbye and Heavy feature some of their weakest in their career.
    All in all, I'd give this album an 8 but Sorry for Now alone makes me bump it up to a 9.    … Expand
  49. eagleeyeviking
    May 19, 2017
    8
    By reflecting who they are today through experimenting in Pop/Rock instead of delivering exactly what fans want, Linkin Park’s One More Light is a refreshing, catchy, and polished seventh outing for the rap-metal band. What a pleasant surprise.
  50. WickedlNl
    May 20, 2017
    1
    I am not even going to talk about why this is an all Pop album instead of rock/metal. Problem is their pop songs sound so bland and boring and they are going against heavy hitters in the pop industry who keep spitting out hot singles 24/7. This album, these songs will be forgotten in a years time. Some rock stations arent even playing the new singles because....well this isnt rock and ifI am not even going to talk about why this is an all Pop album instead of rock/metal. Problem is their pop songs sound so bland and boring and they are going against heavy hitters in the pop industry who keep spitting out hot singles 24/7. This album, these songs will be forgotten in a years time. Some rock stations arent even playing the new singles because....well this isnt rock and if they are going after the top 40 pop chart, good luck. Korn likes to experiment, they did a dubstep album and guess what it sounded great. If LP made all songs in the style of In The End, no problem if they want to go softer. But this record is just utter **** This album is great for elevator music in NYC skyscrapers.… Expand
  51. TravisOnergraad
    May 21, 2017
    10
    Well, surprise, surprise! When I first heard that Linkin Park was releasing a pop album, I was like, disappointed. i was like, "How can they make pop? This album will suck". Boy, how wrong I was...
    This album, is by far, the best pop album EVER. Not bubblegum pop, real, true meaningful pop that you can connect with personally. It has redefined pop. Outstanding album by the undisputed    Well, surprise, surprise! When I first heard that Linkin Park was releasing a pop album, I was like, disappointed. i was like, "How can they make pop? This album will suck". Boy, how wrong I was...
    This album, is by far, the best pop album EVER. Not bubblegum pop, real, true meaningful pop that you can connect with personally. It has redefined pop. Outstanding album by the undisputed kings of music, Linkin Park.    … Expand
  52. MiddleDark
    May 19, 2017
    9
    Another great take on a genre, Linkin Park shines with beautiful tracks that all seem to be about moments of realization, along more with more uplifting tracks than previous albums where songs were just relatable.
  53. alberto027
    May 21, 2017
    9
    Most of the negative reviews are from fans who are ironically saying that those who like what isn't Hybrid Theory aren't "true fans", which is just preposterous.

    Anyway, Hunting Party was absolutely terrible. That deserves harsh criticism but One More Light is way better than that. Normally, I'd rate it 8/10 but I'm overcompensating for all you negative Nancy's out there. The lyrics    Most of the negative reviews are from fans who are ironically saying that those who like what isn't Hybrid Theory aren't "true fans", which is just preposterous.

    Anyway, Hunting Party was absolutely terrible. That deserves harsh criticism but One More Light is way better than that. Normally, I'd rate it 8/10 but I'm overcompensating for all you negative Nancy's out there.

    The lyrics are typical Linkin Park but the approach is different. That's the point. In my opinion, they do a very good job with this new feel. Well done.    … Expand
  54. TheGreatGonzo12
    May 20, 2017
    10
    Excellent album!! The song One More Light is destined to become one of their greatest songs to date. Mike's voice just keeps getting better and better, and Sorry For Now and Invisible are definitely his best performances yet! I love the lyrics and stories in this album, which is what they wanted it to be about. The music may be a bit different, but the vocal melodies are amazing. IExcellent album!! The song One More Light is destined to become one of their greatest songs to date. Mike's voice just keeps getting better and better, and Sorry For Now and Invisible are definitely his best performances yet! I love the lyrics and stories in this album, which is what they wanted it to be about. The music may be a bit different, but the vocal melodies are amazing. I don't understand everyone's shock when they told us going in that this was what the album would be like. And to everyone saying there are no guitars on this record, do you have ears? They may not be as in your face as A Line in The Sand, but they are definitely there and definitely real. I love the subtle but strong lead guitar on OML, especially the bridge which matches Chester's tone perfectly. As LP said themselves, the music was built to "support" the vocals which is exactly what happens here. I hope that people continue to give this album a chance, because if you can manage to get past style change you will surely see the beauty in this music. Keep up the great work guys!! Those who appreciate great music know Linkin Park strive to produce it.

    I suppose everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but every time I hear an idiotic and untrue claim that the band has "sold out" it pushes me one step closer to the edge and... well, you know the rest..    … Expand
  55. okies
    May 19, 2017
    3
    @adunkhan there is nothing wrong with people on the internet.
    They want to go pop, ok i can respect that. i liked all albums thus far. but really be honest and listen to the quality of the poppy songs. its really bad. i forced myself a couple of times out of respect to listen the album back and forth.
    its bad pop music, the annoying high pitched voice sample technique they use in a    @adunkhan there is nothing wrong with people on the internet.
    They want to go pop, ok i can respect that. i liked all albums thus far. but really be honest and listen to the quality of the poppy songs. its really bad. i forced myself a couple of times out of respect to listen the album back and forth.

    its bad pop music, the annoying high pitched voice sample technique they use in a couple of songs is highly annoying.
    LP really needs to reinvent itself after this album, maybe switch record label, get a midlife crisis, anything to do an 180 to get out of this crap.

    gave it 3 points for the guts. should be 1    … Expand
  56. Maervok
    May 19, 2017
    3
    Opinionless sheep support whatever LP puts out and then they call themselves "true fans" / Open-minded people who don't listen to only one kind of music judge this fairly regardless of their previous music style. / Haters are just gonna hate it no matter what. / Personally, I think it has some decent catchy songs, however it's nowhere near as unique and well-rounded as some of theirOpinionless sheep support whatever LP puts out and then they call themselves "true fans" / Open-minded people who don't listen to only one kind of music judge this fairly regardless of their previous music style. / Haters are just gonna hate it no matter what. / Personally, I think it has some decent catchy songs, however it's nowhere near as unique and well-rounded as some of their previous albums.… Expand
  57. AbbySkywalker
    May 24, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Creo que es un buen álbum, quizá perdieron el estilo que caracterizaba su sonido, pero a mí me gustó mucho y están en su derecho de cambiar de género las veces que quieran.
    Las letras no son malas, pero me he dado cuenta que muchos fans se van por generalizar que por sonar pop, ya es basura, lo siento pero Linkin Park no tiene la culpa de que todas las canciones que suenan en la radio suenen "igual".
    ¡Felicito a LP por este nuevo álbum!    … Expand
  58. FFerrario
    May 19, 2017
    0
    Very lack luster album, with weak melody and chord progression. It feels cheap and uninspired. Of course they have talked about these topics before, Take Heavy, for example. That song has the same topics that Breaking the Habit once touched upon, but, obviously, the latter has a better musical structure, along with instruments and unique traits to it. One More Light is forgettable andVery lack luster album, with weak melody and chord progression. It feels cheap and uninspired. Of course they have talked about these topics before, Take Heavy, for example. That song has the same topics that Breaking the Habit once touched upon, but, obviously, the latter has a better musical structure, along with instruments and unique traits to it. One More Light is forgettable and boring, sometimes annoying, with its high pitched sounds. Worst album of the year and of their careers.… Expand
  59. Jesusb29
    May 19, 2017
    9
    Great sounds, great lyrics and great vocals, all you need to make a great album, whether it's their style or not they made a good job, It's not a strong nu metal/rock album like some others, but that was not the purpose in the first place. the only problem that i have with the album is that almost all the songs are at the same level, the only song that stands out is ''One More light'Great sounds, great lyrics and great vocals, all you need to make a great album, whether it's their style or not they made a good job, It's not a strong nu metal/rock album like some others, but that was not the purpose in the first place. the only problem that i have with the album is that almost all the songs are at the same level, the only song that stands out is ''One More light' which is the album title, but still that ''same level'' it's pretty good.… Expand
  60. Nobilis1984
    May 21, 2017
    0
    The worst up to now this volume.
    If one was a fan from the outset and one loved her hard sound, now one must look surprised on cover.
    What has become only from Linkin a park. This is only a unity pop music.
    The album belongs for me directly in the garbage.
  61. Brad0908
    May 19, 2017
    8
    Overall, Linkin Park have changed their sound a fair amount but the band still seemed to make an enjoyable and catchy album. I would definitely recommend a listen.
  62. Wildest
    May 19, 2017
    7
    Good album and melodies, but, this is NOT Linkin Park that reformulated Rock in America, it's not Linkin Park that does with songs with emotions to the sound of guitars and punk melodies, you do not have access to your origins to the market 90% POP, do it again They did since the first album.
  63. twmangold
    May 19, 2017
    1
    Knowing that Linkin Park likes to evolve and change with each album, I have always tried to listen with an open mind every time they come out with new material. Unfortunately, One More Light does almost nothing for me.
    The biggest complaint I have is two-fold. First, the album is completely filled with slow- and mid-tempo songs. Nothing here has any kind of drive or force. Normally this    Knowing that Linkin Park likes to evolve and change with each album, I have always tried to listen with an open mind every time they come out with new material. Unfortunately, One More Light does almost nothing for me.
    The biggest complaint I have is two-fold. First, the album is completely filled with slow- and mid-tempo songs. Nothing here has any kind of drive or force. Normally this in and of itself wouldn't necessarily be bad. However, and the second problem, is the songs don't feel overly new. I've heard these sounds from other artists already, so nothing feels fresh.
    I understand they are trying to get a more pop-oriented sound, but at least make it feel innovative and new, instead of sounding like a rehash of other bands.    … Expand
  64. royben14
    May 23, 2017
    2
    One More Light is the worst album of the band... Battle Symphony is bearable but all the other songs are horrible, it has no redeeming factors. the bands hypocrisy is so abnocious and it hurts the albums experience even more. its not that i only like their old stuff, but the newest album and the 2 remix albums i loved all of their album. the album and the bands attitude towards the fansOne More Light is the worst album of the band... Battle Symphony is bearable but all the other songs are horrible, it has no redeeming factors. the bands hypocrisy is so abnocious and it hurts the albums experience even more. its not that i only like their old stuff, but the newest album and the 2 remix albums i loved all of their album. the album and the bands attitude towards the fans following this album killed Linkin Park for me.… Expand
  65. Decim
    May 20, 2017
    6
    The problem is that the only great song from this album is the title track, there are some good songs (Talking To Myself and Sharp Edges for example), but the rest of the songs is nothing of special and Heavy is quite embarrassing
  66. mmorris777
    May 20, 2017
    6
    I've been a fan of Linkin Park because they saved my life back in the year 2000 with Hybrid Theory. I would listen to the album for hours and hours on repeat, especially at times when I felt depressed and even suicidal. The energy from the music help me to overcome my severe depression. I felt like it was made for me at that point in my life. I would brag about LP to ALL my friends, andI've been a fan of Linkin Park because they saved my life back in the year 2000 with Hybrid Theory. I would listen to the album for hours and hours on repeat, especially at times when I felt depressed and even suicidal. The energy from the music help me to overcome my severe depression. I felt like it was made for me at that point in my life. I would brag about LP to ALL my friends, and blast their music in my car because I wanted them to be financially rewarded for how AWESOME their music was and wanted to get the word our about them.
    With every LP album, I listen it from start to finish at least 10 times to really get a good feel of what I think of the album. One More Light has beautiful songs and meaningful lyrics, but it is MISSING THE PASSION & FIRE that makes LP different than other bands. The passion in Chester's voice was so powerful that it would give me chills from every song when I would listen to his lyrics and his passionate voice. In OML, where's the passion?
    The reason HT and Meteora worked so well was because they brought the NEGATIVE lyrics with the POSITIVE UPBEAT INSTRUMENTALS. That may have been totally unintentional, but it worked and made you different than any other band out there. It was beautiful how Chester would hold his chord, and Mike would rap behind his voice.
    I know we are past those days, but come on guys, do what you're good at.
    1. Chester, you have an Incredible voice filled with passion and power that gives people strength when listening to it - so use it. You have I'm incredible ability to scream for long periods of time that gives people chills!
    2. Mike, you are an extremely talented rapper who has an incredible ability to flow and make the music rhythmic so that we can bob our heads to it and smile. Also, I love the piano playing.
    3. Mr. Hahn - you are super talented at the turntables, that makes me want to freestyle - so use your skills bro.
    4. Rob you're talented at the drums and bringing in the solid beat.
    5. Dave, slap the bass bro - we need to hear you. Brad, keep bringing in the sound and energy - I know it's there - you're very talented on the guitar - so let's hear it!

    Lastly, I just want to say that WE ARE DYING for you guys to create an album using your natural talents (that I listed above). Make an album FOR US (YOUR DIE-HARD FANS) who LOVE your music and sound that we grew to love. I've been anticipating this album for years but it didn't meet my expectation because of the lack of POWER and BURNING PASSION! I like when you introduce new instruments to each album, but PLEASE BRING BACK the sound that we've grown to love and appreciate. I'm not talking about nu-metal - I'm just talking about having PASSION in your songs, and beats that we can bob our heads to (so that we can play the album anywhere from the gym to our car to sitting alone in our room.

    OML has good beats, cool instruments, but mostly it is TOTALLY LACKING Chester's passion, and Mike's incredible RAPPING SKILLS - PLEASE bring that for the next album - do it for your DIE-HARD FANS, like myself.    … Expand
  67. iamapoeticgirl
    May 19, 2017
    0
    Here's the big miss that people can't seem to understand from the outrage of fans - this is not the same Linkin Park. Their Nu-Metal rage equated to deep base, hard guitar riffs, and intense vocals coupled with moments of screaming. 17 years in one general-ish direction of the rock genre comes with a lot of expectations. Sure they experimented, but their sound stayed true to theirHere's the big miss that people can't seem to understand from the outrage of fans - this is not the same Linkin Park. Their Nu-Metal rage equated to deep base, hard guitar riffs, and intense vocals coupled with moments of screaming. 17 years in one general-ish direction of the rock genre comes with a lot of expectations. Sure they experimented, but their sound stayed true to their heritage even as it evolved.

    One More Light has none of those elements. It is, straight up, a pop-electronica album meandering with the wrong voices. What's worse, One More Light is the exact clichéd, empty, fake-sythesized, auto-tuned sound that rock fans tended to turn away from. Most rock audiophiles want the depth of the distorted guitar play, the rhythmic drumming, and the strained vocals that matched the emotional strain of the lyrics. But Shinoda and Beddington's voices simply do not have the prowess to encompass what Kelly Clarkson, Lady Gaga, Harry Styles, Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons, Ryan Tedder of One Republic, nor Isaac Slade of The Fray do by sheer vocal talent. Shinoda and Beddington's voices are stale and flat. Therefore, their pop sound becomes stale and flat - like every Chainsmoker song ever created but without the saving grace of being an Indie outlet.

    If the article by the Toronto Sun (http://www.torontosun.com/2017/05/17/linkin-park-take-a-take-a-dive-into-pop-with-eclectic-new-lp-one-more-light) reveals anything, it's that Shinoda and Beddington are in a different place in their lives from Hybrid Theory and Meteora; now they feel they need to be apologetic for their emo-teenage angst past. I get that Shinoda wants to support Beddington as he recovers from addiction. I even get that the entire band has become more family oriented, tempering their pulsating anger, and leading the musicians to want to create the kind of music that their kids would listen to. Yet, sacrificing a quintessential rock sound under the Linkin Park brand was a bad move. Those kids will become teenagers one day and will appreciate their parent's discography once they are pumped with the same angst all the teenagers of 2000 had when Linkin Park first came on the scene.

    Let's establish a little good will: there is nothing wrong with stripping away the harder edges of rumbling guitar jams and bellowed screams in light of attempting to be more mainstream. Innovation is paramount in an industry that has become utilitarian. The main problem, though, is that too much has been stripped away, as Classic Rock Magazine acknowledges. One More Light, plain and simple, does not even deliver as a pop album. The songs are deficient of the uniqueness that has long defined the Linkin Park musical movement. Accusations that the band's sound was always so similar seems ironic here. I charge, instead, that Linkin Park's sound has dissolved into the very music their catalog had rebelled against. They now sound like everyone else. Sell outs for commercialized and deadening melodies in the same way that the Goo Goo Dolls have disintegrated into a unnerved pop band, never to return to their prime realized from Dizzy Up the Girl. Linkin Park has transformed but it is not for the better.

    There is no place of redemption here. Instead, disappointed fans will move on to other alternative rock bands who are up and coming and ready to fill the void Linkin Park has left to give their rock audiences the sound they are looking for.    … Expand
  68. frezer86
    May 19, 2017
    0
    Terrible album, this is coming from someone who's been with band since first single from Meteora, back in spring 2003. I've enjoyed all of their albums past nu-metal era, especially A Thousand Suns (fantastic album). Living Things was much worse, but still better than One More Light. There isn't a single song that I like from new release, it lacks energy, it lacks creativity, it lacksTerrible album, this is coming from someone who's been with band since first single from Meteora, back in spring 2003. I've enjoyed all of their albums past nu-metal era, especially A Thousand Suns (fantastic album). Living Things was much worse, but still better than One More Light. There isn't a single song that I like from new release, it lacks energy, it lacks creativity, it lacks everything. I can't recognize Linkin Park any more, they turned into generic **** pop band using chipmunks voices, clapping, whiny vocals and basically everything that you can hear when you turn on the radio these days. If it wasn't released under Linkin Park name I wouldn't even bother to write this, because what they recorded could be released under any pop star name and no one would notice difference. That's how far they've gone from Linkin Park ''core''. I know they can do way better than that and they proved it in past. Why do they have to destroy everything that made them big and famous ? Why do they feel ashamed of their old music ? Why can't they understand that not every change is good and it can hurt you in the long run. Is it really worth to show middle fingers to long time fans who were still with the band even when their patience and loyalty is put into test with every new album ? It's not about going back to nu metal, it's about going back to making good music again. One more light seems like one more desperate attempt to hit billboard and other pop charts, to attract even more casual, teenage fans who will happily buy everything you shove into their throats. I've lost my interest in this band, but I will come back if they decide to make music instead of this garbage they've been promoting so hard in last weeks.… Expand
  69. thesupremekai
    May 19, 2017
    0
    Rather than taking a risk and going in a less commercial / less radio friendly / less accessible direction, Linkin Park have chose to follow the status quo and make a generic pop album. Linkin Park have chose to play it safe by conforming to mainstream music trends. One More Light sounds like any other Billboard Top 40 pop album. The music lacks creativity and shamelessly rips off TheRather than taking a risk and going in a less commercial / less radio friendly / less accessible direction, Linkin Park have chose to follow the status quo and make a generic pop album. Linkin Park have chose to play it safe by conforming to mainstream music trends. One More Light sounds like any other Billboard Top 40 pop album. The music lacks creativity and shamelessly rips off The Chain Smokers, Rihanna, Drake, 21 Pilots and One Direction. Making radio friendly music that sells is not the definition of "taking a risk". Taking a risk would involve sacrificing record sales for artistic expression which Linkin Park have not done. With One More Light, Linkin Park prove they are a brand and not a band. Linkin Park will soon be opening for Justin Bieber.… Expand
  70. Reza_ab
    May 19, 2017
    1
    The problem with this album is not being pop, the problem is that they are no where near how good they can be. There's no Linkin Park magic in it. It's a lazy work after keeping fans waiting for 3 years. What's worse is that they don't care at all about fan's opinions these days at all.
  71. dahling91
    May 19, 2017
    10
    I don't know why some people are hating. If you look Linkin Park has always tried out new things on each album. They haven't ever had a defining sound! Like Mike Shinoda in the song when they come for me says, "'cause even a blueprint is a gift and a curse 'cause once you got a theory of how the thing works Everybody wants the next thing to be just like the first And I'm not a robot, I'mI don't know why some people are hating. If you look Linkin Park has always tried out new things on each album. They haven't ever had a defining sound! Like Mike Shinoda in the song when they come for me says, "'cause even a blueprint is a gift and a curse 'cause once you got a theory of how the thing works Everybody wants the next thing to be just like the first And I'm not a robot, I'm not a monkey." These same people would be complaining if this album sounded the same as the others. People are just haters.… Expand
  72. WillTusk
    May 21, 2017
    10
    These guys are absolute LEGENDS... I mean, they just go and make a pop album for the first time, and it turns out to be the best best pop that there is! Seriously, this album kicks ass. Amazing. Just wonderful. Just hope other pop artistes start making pop like this...
  73. Baggie_Saiyan
    May 19, 2017
    3
    Linkin Park a nu metal rock band, that exploded on the scene back in 2000, come almost 20 years later and things couldn’t be much different. Now let me start off this review by saying I do not begrudge them for changing their style or going pop, as I infrequently listen to the Bee Gees so I am no stranger to the pop scene, however the problem lies with the fact that nothing here is uniqueLinkin Park a nu metal rock band, that exploded on the scene back in 2000, come almost 20 years later and things couldn’t be much different. Now let me start off this review by saying I do not begrudge them for changing their style or going pop, as I infrequently listen to the Bee Gees so I am no stranger to the pop scene, however the problem lies with the fact that nothing here is unique at all, there is no flavour, it is too over produced.
    The album opens up with “Nobody Can Save Me” , it sets up what people can expect from the album, it starts off with generic pop sounds and it really does sound like Owl City, not a great start.
    Now we come to “Good Goodbye” perhaps the most frustrating track on the album, genuinely the first half is good, the chorus is quite catchy and Mike’s rapping is pretty good but it only feels like Mike as gotten started when in verse 2 and 3 they decide to get Pusha and Stormzy to rap, totally killing the track. Mike is the rapper this IS NOT Fort Minor he should have done all the verses here.

    Up next "Talking to Myself", the only track where you here the guitar and thus I clinged on to the song as much as I could. Best track on the record but that isn’t saying much.

    “Battle Symphony” is next and it is okay, just a generic beat and a boring chorus really let down the track, the title alone had sooo much potential.

    “Invisible” is up next, it is generic as it gets, just repeating the same word over and over and it is a chorus, yawn, come on LP you are much better than this.

    “Heavy” is next and again is conforming to generic pop trend of getting a female vocalist. Song would be much better with just Chester.

    “Sorry for now” is another frustrating track where the drop of the song is a bunch of annoying sounds like a kid just slamming his hand on a keyboard, again so much potential just RUINED! Lyrics and Mike’s singing are solid just ruined and let down by the drop.

    “Halfway right” again is generic as all hell, nothing gripping here and they now added a bunch of “nananananana’s” again just conforming to generic pop trends.

    “One more light” is a powerful song just ruined in this album, It would have worked MUCH better in an album with hard rock, but in a pop album it just doesn’t work, the song itself is good and solid vocals by Chester.
    “Sharp Edges” is a pretty good track if I am honest no complaints here but just like the title track this would have been a perfect way to end a rock record not a pop-y one.
    Overall vastly disappointing album, Linkin Park have lost their identity, it is like buying your favourite snack brand and then finding they changed how they made it and now it just tastes like all the other brands. Too overproduced, not enough band involvement, lacks unique-ness and memorability, generic beats and cheesy lyrics ruin this album.    … Expand
  74. CloudDudette
    May 19, 2017
    0
    Good job! It makes me feel overwhelmed to feel the transition of Linkin Park from the usual nu metal and loud riff they presented in their tunes all these years, to this enticing album. At certain part of the album, they give me some aura of millennial influence yet the taste of that Linkin Park still linger in every single tune especially in Good Goodbye. Keep growing and experimenting, boys!
  75. onaangenaam
    May 24, 2017
    10
    I bought the album after I saw them perform One More Light on Jimmy Kimmel. Chester had so much emotion in his voice that, to me, it seemed like an obvious purchase. It may have been a bit hasty to buy an album after hearing one song, but after listening to the first three songs I knew it was worth every cent. This album has a sense of emotion and a feeling that the songs were written withI bought the album after I saw them perform One More Light on Jimmy Kimmel. Chester had so much emotion in his voice that, to me, it seemed like an obvious purchase. It may have been a bit hasty to buy an album after hearing one song, but after listening to the first three songs I knew it was worth every cent. This album has a sense of emotion and a feeling that the songs were written with thoughts that were very personal to the band, and they are written in such a way that you feel what they feel. Quite simply it's my favourite Linkin Park album since Minutes to Midnight. Admittedly 2017 Linkin Park is a far cry from 2000 Linkin Park, but a band's music evolves as the band matures and ages; it's just the way it is.… Expand
  76. Souvec
    May 23, 2017
    2
    Complete trash. This barely carries the iconic sound of Linkin Park. I have nothing against an artist trying to diversify their sound.... but this is straight up POP. This new album is a middle finger to it's core base that supported them throughout the years. They have completely left the genre that MADE them in its entirety.

    The sad thing its not even a good POP album... the only    Complete trash. This barely carries the iconic sound of Linkin Park. I have nothing against an artist trying to diversify their sound.... but this is straight up POP. This new album is a middle finger to it's core base that supported them throughout the years. They have completely left the genre that MADE them in its entirety.

    The sad thing its not even a good POP album... the only thing selling this album is legacy of their name.    … Expand
  77. SchroederRock
    May 25, 2017
    6
    The hard rock is completely gone, Mike Shinoda is nearly absent from the whole album, and Linkin Park seem to be ripping off pop juggernauts like Chainsmokers every other track. It's confusing and it's not Linkin Park as usual. That being said, One More Light has a moment or two that rises above the otherwise middling pool of pop and reminds you that this band, though void of its callingThe hard rock is completely gone, Mike Shinoda is nearly absent from the whole album, and Linkin Park seem to be ripping off pop juggernauts like Chainsmokers every other track. It's confusing and it's not Linkin Park as usual. That being said, One More Light has a moment or two that rises above the otherwise middling pool of pop and reminds you that this band, though void of its calling card, can still write good music.… Expand
  78. metzwalker
    May 21, 2017
    10
    Holy sh*t. This is wonderful. Wonderful? Am I joking? This is an absolute EPIC. Who would have known that Linkin Park can make such good pop music? I mean, Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles are gonna cry a river now. Their arena is taken. As it sweeps charts all over the world, we can say that there is still hope left for the pop genre... Best songs: OML, Talking to Myself, Sharp Edges, Invisible.
  79. YT_Guyyy
    May 19, 2017
    2
    Linkin Park hasn't "evolved" they've sold out, but because their fans nowadays are the same people who listen to the Chainsmokers, so they'll eat this up. This is just bad, bland pop.
  80. Aleland
    May 19, 2017
    0
    Linkin Park sacrifice all musical integrity in pursuit of mainstream commercial success.
    Not even a few seconds into the album you hear the pitched vocal effect aka “chipmunks”, a desperate plea to fit in within the trendy pop music quo. “Ohh Ohh Ohh” vocal choruses that sound like One Direction, 808 synthetic drums just like every other pop track, and the overused EDM sidechain volume    Linkin Park sacrifice all musical integrity in pursuit of mainstream commercial success.
    Not even a few seconds into the album you hear the pitched vocal effect aka “chipmunks”, a desperate plea to fit in within the trendy pop music quo. “Ohh Ohh Ohh” vocal choruses that sound like One Direction, 808 synthetic drums just like every other pop track, and the overused EDM sidechain volume pumping effect on a LP record.. who would have thought? This is not innovating or being creative, this is simply following what is popular to try to become popular. But even after sacrificing their integrity for popularity, they cannot pull it off correctly. The songs end up falling flat, boringly generic and unmemorable. Should’ve hired Max Martin.    … Expand
  81. Soupman1226
    May 21, 2017
    8
    I think that it was a pretty decent album... There were some flat songs though, but i think people are blowing the huge "Pop **** thing out of proportion. Music is all about evolution and Linkin Park did a great job at doing that. It was a good album, but for sure not their best album. I think in order to keep their old fans and gain new fans, Linkin Park needs to make an album kind ofI think that it was a pretty decent album... There were some flat songs though, but i think people are blowing the huge "Pop **** thing out of proportion. Music is all about evolution and Linkin Park did a great job at doing that. It was a good album, but for sure not their best album. I think in order to keep their old fans and gain new fans, Linkin Park needs to make an album kind of like Minutes to Midnight and have some kind of poppy songs with some rap and some screaming at the top of your lungs songs. That's the kind of album I'm looking for in Linkin Park! All in all it was a good album and people should just realize that the whole "Pop **** is called evolution!!… Expand
  82. shashwatnaidu
    May 22, 2017
    10
    this is the best pop album. What has happened to others. Seriously guys. this is awesome. Pls linkin park continue this kind of songs in next album. Talking to myself , nobody can save me , sharp edges and others are all excellent. keep it going LP
  83. Avi4metacritic
    May 21, 2017
    10
    Try to listen it open minded and unbiased. applaud for their boldness and innovative ways. Score distribution by me- 5 for music, 2 for standing out from latest pop culture, 2 for bravery, 1 I love LP.
  84. weskergamer
    May 19, 2017
    5
    well, let's talk about One More Light. It/s a great album but it is not a great Linkin Park album. I never thought that I would see my idols doing something like that. Nobody Can Save Me is the worst song Linkin Park has ever made in his entire career. The 4 songs they showed before the release of the album are saved a little(except Invisible) but they arrive a moment to which they arewell, let's talk about One More Light. It/s a great album but it is not a great Linkin Park album. I never thought that I would see my idols doing something like that. Nobody Can Save Me is the worst song Linkin Park has ever made in his entire career. The 4 songs they showed before the release of the album are saved a little(except Invisible) but they arrive a moment to which they are bored. The best song is definitely Talking to Myself. It is of all the more rock has, good drum and good rhythm. By the way let's talk about something important: the drum. In this album, Rob, the drummer of the band, work as little as possible and I think now I miss him. Something that I also miss are Mike's f....ng raps. A single rap in the whole album and only lasts 30 seconds. The previous record that less rap had was Minutes to Midnight that had 2 songs with rap but those 2 songs were complete rapped by Mike. But LP forget that they have one of the best djs in the world and use him to be electronic pop junk. In a world where Mike and Mr. Han were doing songs like Lost in the Echo, With You or Waiting for the End are some of my favorites, the they arrive and they make me feel disappointed with them. Sorry for Now Mike sings it and does it very well as in songs like Roads Untraveled, A line in the Sand or Castle of Glass but completely destroys the song with stupid electronic pop music mix and a Chester rap, resembling the second part rap of Waiting for the End, that does not do it badly but we didn't need it, not even when they have one of the best rappers of the world. Halfway Right and Sharp Edges look like a Disney Channel and Nickelodeon songs. One More Light ends up liking me because its lyrics but I would have liked more that they would have tried harder to make a rock ballad or something like that and not what looks like an acoustic version of Iridescent . I never though I would criticize my idols so hard but if I do it is to realize that this album isn't good for them or for their greatest fans. I admit it, I like it, but I didn't like the things have turn. I like it, but prefer A Thousands Suns, Living Things or even Recharged that One More Light. I appreciate the effort they did but I would appreciate them to go back to rock and forget the pop or whatever that be that no ones likes. LARGA VIDA A LINKIN PARK… Expand
  85. Hectic101
    May 25, 2017
    1
    I have been listening to Linkin Park since they first stormed onto the scene. I've had many debates with people who hated them for whatever stupid reasons. But I can't defend this. I'm all for bands trying new things with their sounds, and I would have been perfectly fine with them trying for a more "pop" sound, as long as they had something interesting to do with it, or if they infusedI have been listening to Linkin Park since they first stormed onto the scene. I've had many debates with people who hated them for whatever stupid reasons. But I can't defend this. I'm all for bands trying new things with their sounds, and I would have been perfectly fine with them trying for a more "pop" sound, as long as they had something interesting to do with it, or if they infused their style with more of a pop sound. But nope, this is a strictly modern pop album, and a very dull one at that. I swear, I've heard more than 50% of this album on the radio in the past year or two from other artists. They have brought nothing new or interesting to the table. So as a "different album" for a band, this feels lazy and uninspired.

    Looking at it as a Linkin Park album, and this goes waaaaay further down. They've thrown everything that made them unique out the window. No screaming from Chester, only a couple of rap bits from Mike. The guitar riffs are either completely absent or are buried underneath all of the pop sounds. As a Linkin Park album, this is far and away their worst.

    I HATE using the term "sellout" and never thought it would be applicable to Linkin Park (as they've been pretty mainstream throughout their career), but it is HARD to listen to this album without thinking that. Because it literally sounds like they were listening to whatever pop music has been big in the past year or two and just copied that. They even brought in help with writing songs from people who wrote for Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez. You don't do this stuff without wanting your music to be just like whatever's trending at the time, and that, to me, is selling out. I know how much Chester hates hearing that (as his response to being called that was pretty miserable), but how do you make an album like this, especially following Hunting Party which was a pretty heavy album (and one that I very much enjoyed), without thinking about how people could perceive this?

    I've loved every single Linkin Park album since they started, but this is a bad album. Through and through. There are a couple parts which are ok here and there, but it's hard to differentiate a lot of this album from each other, so those parts get lost. Like I said, I'm all for bands doing what they want with their sound, but that doesn't mean I have to be on board with what they choose. They have brought nothing new or unique to the genre and abandoned the things that made them unique in the process. Terrible album from a good band, hopefully they go back to the drawing board after this.    … Expand
  86. guitargamery
    Jun 1, 2017
    1
    this is so bad..what can o say? Justin bieber fans probably are liking ity but for LP true fans this is actually a joke...after getting millionaire these artists just cant do music anymore ..they get stupid or just dont give a f*** anyways im done with LP this has nothing to do with a change because changing is a good thing..the problem is..they change the music style so...they will needthis is so bad..what can o say? Justin bieber fans probably are liking ity but for LP true fans this is actually a joke...after getting millionaire these artists just cant do music anymore ..they get stupid or just dont give a f*** anyways im done with LP this has nothing to do with a change because changing is a good thing..the problem is..they change the music style so...they will need new fans fore sure, because i liked them because of the music and not of their faces… Expand
  87. SuperAquaLuigi
    Feb 8, 2018
    5
    While this album isn't outright bad, a big reoccurring issue is the lyrical content of the songs not matching the generally upbeat instrumentals, and Chester's voice often being too soft to convey them properly. The title track however, One More Light, is an exception.
  88. Seth_07
    May 29, 2017
    5
    Linkin Park try to inovate with a more comercial style. If they least could wrote something in the album more creative than ''what dosen't kill you make you stronger'' this reviews could be completely different.
  89. MrDoge
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    This album isn't pop -- this is an experiment by the band. I enjoy the album, and to those who say this album sucks, then you're not a true LP fan. I've listened to every album and I enjoy them all, no matter how the music sounds. This is a step in the right direction for the band, and even if Chester is gone, this band can still kick ass. I don't think it's good for Linkin Park to makeThis album isn't pop -- this is an experiment by the band. I enjoy the album, and to those who say this album sucks, then you're not a true LP fan. I've listened to every album and I enjoy them all, no matter how the music sounds. This is a step in the right direction for the band, and even if Chester is gone, this band can still kick ass. I don't think it's good for Linkin Park to make new music because of Chester, but I'd love to see something new soon, to see if they can keep making music. R.I.P. Chester Bennington, we as TRUE LP fans miss you; you've helped us get through a lot of crap over the years, and you should be remembered as the best lyricist of all time.… Expand
  90. Ginger_Elvis
    May 26, 2017
    1
    This is what happens when you take a sound from 2 years ago, play it off as "new" and then say it's great, anyone saying otherwise has no sense of criticism. This is a bad album fully deserving of a 1 out of 10, with 1 or maybe 2 slightly redeeming tracks. It is completely bland, has a very 2015 Avicii feel to it, and feels like an album a band pumps out when they don't care about theThis is what happens when you take a sound from 2 years ago, play it off as "new" and then say it's great, anyone saying otherwise has no sense of criticism. This is a bad album fully deserving of a 1 out of 10, with 1 or maybe 2 slightly redeeming tracks. It is completely bland, has a very 2015 Avicii feel to it, and feels like an album a band pumps out when they don't care about the music and only the sales. The album has a "we checked all the boxes" vibe to it, heavy is your typically young adult angst, sharp edges is wake me up, they didn't even try. good goodbye is the look at us we are new and different so get used to it song. everything else is pretty forgettable… Expand
  91. tesshaki
    May 28, 2017
    4
    Listened to this album for the first time and I don't know what to think. I guess I was hoping they would have returned to the hard angst of their first couple albums. This album just seems so soft and sleepy, so far from where they started and nothing like what drew me to them. Not saying it's horrible but if I need that does of Linkin Park I will be going back to their earlier stuff thatListened to this album for the first time and I don't know what to think. I guess I was hoping they would have returned to the hard angst of their first couple albums. This album just seems so soft and sleepy, so far from where they started and nothing like what drew me to them. Not saying it's horrible but if I need that does of Linkin Park I will be going back to their earlier stuff that made me fall in love with them in the first place.… Expand
  92. Zinc
    May 31, 2017
    6
    Should you listen to it? If you're a Linkin Park fan, yes! It gives you more insight into what mostly Mike and Chester are going through. Tracks like Talking to myself, Sorry for now, Invisible are really personal, though I would like if they would have more lyrics. I really like Chester's performance on Heavy. It's nice to see him weak for a change. If he can be brave enough to do it, soShould you listen to it? If you're a Linkin Park fan, yes! It gives you more insight into what mostly Mike and Chester are going through. Tracks like Talking to myself, Sorry for now, Invisible are really personal, though I would like if they would have more lyrics. I really like Chester's performance on Heavy. It's nice to see him weak for a change. If he can be brave enough to do it, so can I. And the first verse feels like they read my mind and know how I feel right now.… Expand
  93. joseairiza
    Jun 9, 2017
    0
    This is not about the evolution of a band. This is all about trying to make more money. Sad how this band sold themselves, and for worst, is not even a good pop album.
  94. FruitJuice
    Jul 18, 2017
    3
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  95. saad_am11
    Jul 27, 2017
    10
    There is no way one can hate this album. The transition they have shown after Hybrid Theory and Meteora is totally amazing and shows that they are getting mature with their ages. When I was a teenager, HT and Meteora totally described by emotions and now I am close to hit my 30s, building up my maturity level then their these lyrics are exactly describing my present emotions. With noThere is no way one can hate this album. The transition they have shown after Hybrid Theory and Meteora is totally amazing and shows that they are getting mature with their ages. When I was a teenager, HT and Meteora totally described by emotions and now I am close to hit my 30s, building up my maturity level then their these lyrics are exactly describing my present emotions. With no offense, those who only want to see LP as Nu Metal/Metal, they were only the fan of their music not the fan of the band. 9/10 ratings from my side.
    Peace!
    #RIPChester    … Expand
  96. Clint_Eastwood1
    Nov 9, 2017
    0
    Ужаснее завершения карьеры для некогда культовой рок группы Linkin Park.Совсем не понятно для кого был сделан этот альбом.Попытка изменить звучание очень неудачное:куча нелепых моментов на альбоме,фиты тоже непонятные.Жалко , что такая группа закончила вот таким альбомом в котором нет просто ни одного плюса и который в то же время поставил крест на группе даже до смерти солиста группы.Ужаснее завершения карьеры для некогда культовой рок группы Linkin Park.Совсем не понятно для кого был сделан этот альбом.Попытка изменить звучание очень неудачное:куча нелепых моментов на альбоме,фиты тоже непонятные.Жалко , что такая группа закончила вот таким альбомом в котором нет просто ни одного плюса и который в то же время поставил крест на группе даже до смерти солиста группы.
  97. uvauvauva
    May 22, 2019
    10
    It is a pop album, and it successfully delivers everything you expect from a pop album. A band should not stick to the genre they started. in the words of Mike Shinoda "You are supposed to change". This is what Linkin Park genuinely was at the time and wanted to release, and I'm here for it.
  98. GexNic
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    A different sound, but it is great. Linkin Park's seventh studio album manages to be very enjoyable due to its deep and meaningful lyrics and different style. You want rock? Then you have Talking to Myself. You want pop? Then you have Heavy. We have to remember that LP have always said since day one that they do not like staying in one genre, they are constantly changing their sound butA different sound, but it is great. Linkin Park's seventh studio album manages to be very enjoyable due to its deep and meaningful lyrics and different style. You want rock? Then you have Talking to Myself. You want pop? Then you have Heavy. We have to remember that LP have always said since day one that they do not like staying in one genre, they are constantly changing their sound but what really makes Linkin Park, Linkin Park is their lyrics because they always mean something important. Solid album… Expand
  99. Kalabala
    Oct 26, 2019
    8
    for his last days this album was just perfect to describe how he felt before Chester takes his own life
  100. Alyne
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the best albums I've ever heard, has a good message, and has helped me a lot… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 7
  3. Negative: 3 out of 7
  1. Sputnikmusic
    May 30, 2017
    74
    One More Light sees the band embracing its melodic core, and offering no apologies as they expound upon it.
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  2. Consequence
    May 22, 2017
    33
    A muddled mess of a record from a band that completely abandoned any sense of identity.
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  3. AllMusic
    May 18, 2017
    50
    The issue isn't that it's a pop effort; indeed, they get points for a brave attempt so outside of their wheelhouse. The problem is that much of One More Light is devoid of that visceral charge that previously defined much of their catalog. It's a provocative challenge that ultimately fails to satisfy.
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