One More Light
by Linkin Park
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  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. 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
  5. 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.
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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!!!
  11. 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
  12. 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.
  13. 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...
  14. 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
  15. 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.
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. bloomwarhol
    Jul 22, 2017
    10
    This is a pretty good album. Not as good as their old albums, but all this hate is nonsense. The album is not horrible. Linkin Park is not a genre of music. RIP Chester
  21. 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
  22. NoWelLNC
    Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Amazingly.Only people who don't understand music as such say bad things about this album.It's stupid.Thank you,Chester!
  23. 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.
  24. 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
  25. BeckettT
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    This album is together with Hybrid Theory the best albums of Linkin Park, a pop masterpiece, with beautiful and emotional themes, an extremely underrated album, most of the criticisms come from those old Linkin Park fans who could never evolve with the band and they were stuck in the past with Hybrid Theory and Meteora, part of a band is to evolve and show something new and not stay in theThis album is together with Hybrid Theory the best albums of Linkin Park, a pop masterpiece, with beautiful and emotional themes, an extremely underrated album, most of the criticisms come from those old Linkin Park fans who could never evolve with the band and they were stuck in the past with Hybrid Theory and Meteora, part of a band is to evolve and show something new and not stay in the past, and this album shows that Linkin Park has evolved in an excellent way, if you are a big fan of the Pop music this album is recommended

    Best Themes: Nobody Can Save Me, Battle Symphony, Invisible, Heavy and One More Light    … Expand
  26. 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
  27. 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.
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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.
  31. 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
  32. Migueltorres
    Aug 25, 2017
    9
    Linkin Park go pop and personal on 7th studio album, the second self produced. Higlight are the super emotional title track and the super fun Halfway Right, They proved again that they can do everything.
  33. 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
  34. 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
  35. MegamanExecute
    Dec 22, 2017
    9
    If you just listen to this album without comparing it to Hybrid Theory or Meteora, it's an amazing album. Not everything has to remain the same. With this album included, if you play all the Linkin Park albums in shuffle, you'll get such a wide variety of music from very soft to very loud and everything in between and each song is amazing.

    Most of the reviews bashing this album are just    If you just listen to this album without comparing it to Hybrid Theory or Meteora, it's an amazing album. Not everything has to remain the same. With this album included, if you play all the Linkin Park albums in shuffle, you'll get such a wide variety of music from very soft to very loud and everything in between and each song is amazing.

    Most of the reviews bashing this album are just complaints that it's not like the earlier albums. That's good because 'One More Light' is not supposed to live up to those. It's supposed to be an emotional album and it does an amazing job at being one. I'm not going to name it but I'm just currently listening to one of the highest rated emotional albums this year as I write this and I can tell you it doesn't hold a candle to 'One More Light'.

    And for people calling them a sellout, I'd suggest watching the "Linkin Park reacts to Teens React to Linkin Park". Besides "Heavy", none of the other songs sound like any other popular songs. People just label them a sellout just because they got a female singer for one song and it just annoys me to no end that people are so quick to judge and dismiss good music just like that without thinking. "Heavy" isn't my favorite track on this album either but stop judging the entire album with such prejudice.

    Give this album a go, I guarantee you'll love it.    … Expand
  36. Oliviero
    Aug 1, 2020
    9
    Raga a me è piaciuto sto album, i linkin park hanno per una volta cambiato genere usando un buon pop ma nonostante a me non piaccia il pop questo mi è piaciuto. Non capisco tutto questo odio
  37. Martinvj200
    Jan 10, 2021
    9
    Me parece un muy buen disco,el efecto del disco será el mismo que el de A Thousand Suns, pero los críticos atacarán (ya atacaron) al disco por el sonido pop actual,la música de Linkin Park siempre fue una fusión de influencias, si en sus primeros discos parecían más Rage Against the Machine, ahora son más como Depeche Mode.
  38. 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.
  39. longjetty7
    Jun 2, 2017
    8
    Honestly I don't understand all the hate for this album. Granted, this is the first Linkin Park album I listened to so I went into it with no expectations. I've since gone back and listened to their other albums, so I can see how it's quite a shocking change for them, but hey, we had 6 albums of hard rock/nu metal/whatever, so why wouldn't they try something new? They've always writtenHonestly I don't understand all the hate for this album. Granted, this is the first Linkin Park album I listened to so I went into it with no expectations. I've since gone back and listened to their other albums, so I can see how it's quite a shocking change for them, but hey, we had 6 albums of hard rock/nu metal/whatever, so why wouldn't they try something new? They've always written very melodic, catchy songs, but they were always obscured by a rough exterior. With One More Light, they're letting their strong songwriting skills truly shine, and just having fun making a pop record because they can. I can see how this might not be everyone's cup of tea, but as a pop album, this is one of the stronger efforts I've heard in a while.

    Standout tracks: Nobody Can Save Me, Battle Symphony, Sorry for Now    … Expand
  40. Epik_Ninnja
    Aug 13, 2017
    8
    I was very skeptical when this album came out, having heard the pop singles and not even liking Battle Symphony but it turns out that's the only song I don't like on the record. Pop or not, this is good music in my opinion. It offers a lot more soul and better lyrics than the stuff you might see in the top 40 (plus a few tunes are still rock at their core). It's nothing like what they'reI was very skeptical when this album came out, having heard the pop singles and not even liking Battle Symphony but it turns out that's the only song I don't like on the record. Pop or not, this is good music in my opinion. It offers a lot more soul and better lyrics than the stuff you might see in the top 40 (plus a few tunes are still rock at their core). It's nothing like what they're most known for but it's still an example of very good pop music.… Expand
  41. samwich21
    Jun 9, 2017
    8
    This album isn't as bad as everyone says. Sure, it's not like Linkin Park's other records, but it doesn't need to be. It may not be the best Linkin Park album, but it is a pretty heckin' good pop album. If you aren't a fan, LP already has a huge catalog, so I hope this doesn't muddy your day.
  42. 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
  43. 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
  44. 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.
  45. 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
  46. 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-
  47. 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
  48. os390
    Nov 17, 2017
    8
    Its sad that negative commentaries can make someone prejudice against this album. It's not bad!
    There are some interesting lyrics and melodies, but of course if you've stuck in early 2000 (im not blaming anyone but those who rate 0's) you might not like this "pop-trash".
    Personally i loved hybrid theory and meteora when i was teenager. Rebellious, high paced, aggressive, edgy. So perfect    Its sad that negative commentaries can make someone prejudice against this album. It's not bad!
    There are some interesting lyrics and melodies, but of course if you've stuck in early 2000 (im not blaming anyone but those who rate 0's) you might not like this "pop-trash".
    Personally i loved hybrid theory and meteora when i was teenager. Rebellious, high paced, aggressive, edgy. So perfect for that time, so perfect for that age. Now im a grownup and I see world around me more like "One More Light".
    Don't read comments, check it yourself, and please don't rate 0 in case you wouldn't like it.    … Expand
  49. Carvier
    Aug 19, 2017
    8
    It's a good album at the end for a rock band trying the pop world. People can't expect that they stay the same after years on this industry. If they don't explore new sounds y'all are going to talk sh*t anyways.
  50. SKSK
    Jul 22, 2018
    8
    We need to accept it as it is. It's a great pop album with a great melody. It shines in its simplicity.
  51. 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
  52. 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
  53. 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.
  54. 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
  55. Recon97
    Oct 9, 2017
    7
    People treat this album like a complete trainwreck. I think that's a little unfair. It has nice production, decent vocals, and ok lyrics. The only thing I hated was the fact they got Selena Gomez copy #249 Kiiara to sing on a song!! But still, solid project. 7/10
  56. Codeling
    Aug 7, 2021
    7
    It's a good album but it has some songs that are average or below average.
    Best songs: One More Light
    Worst songs: Sorry for Now
  57. shoma-
    Apr 25, 2021
    7
    Простенький лайтовый альбом, "Talking To Myself' "Heavy" - мои фавориты
  58. Kostas_Spirou
    Aug 1, 2023
    7
    Genuinely pretty good, every single song is catchy, and I really enjoyed it.
  59. 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
  60. 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
  61. 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
  62. TheKritikonCo
    May 27, 2017
    6
    John - This was an interesting listen. First of all, I don't by any means think this was a bad album. There were a few tracks that could've done with not being on there, Sorry For Now being one of them - purely because they were just incredibly forgettable - but for the most part I enjoyed One More Light. The production was a bit hit and miss, but the lyrical content was good mostly, and IJohn - This was an interesting listen. First of all, I don't by any means think this was a bad album. There were a few tracks that could've done with not being on there, Sorry For Now being one of them - purely because they were just incredibly forgettable - but for the most part I enjoyed One More Light. The production was a bit hit and miss, but the lyrical content was good mostly, and I actually quite liked the majority of the instrumentals, which I wasn't expecting at all. The highlights were Heavy, Good Goodbye, Battle Symphony and Sharp Edges, the latter being the best on the album for me. Chester Bennington's vocals are as good as they've ever been, and this is very much demonstrated by his versatility on different tempo tracks. Overall, I'm pleasantly surprised by One More Light. It's definitely not a perfect album - especially not when compared to some of their best work - but it's not a bad effort either.

    Tilly - I'll be the first to admit that I know very few songs by Linkin Park. Of course, I have the obvious ones all on my rock playlist, but aside from those, I know next to nothing about them. One More Light was probably an odd place for me to start delving into their extensive discography but it surprisingly wasn't a bad place. Sure, it's certainly more poppy than what I know of their music, but the decent lyrics and catchy chorus' are still very much a part of their new sound. Heavy and Good Goodbye were the highlights and obvious single choices, whereas songs like Sharp Edges and One More Light felt like potential gems dragged down by a multitude of unfortunate lyrics. It was still a really cohesive and enjoyable listen, and I wouldn't be opposed to adding all of the songs to one of my playlists - bar Sorry For Now - to see if I end up liking it more than I feel like I do right now.    … Expand
  63. 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
  64. 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
  65. 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
  66. ty92
    Mar 23, 2020
    6
    Nobody Can Save me 6.5/10
    Good Goodbye 9/10
    Talking To Myself 9/10
    Battle Symphony 3/10
    Invisible 9/10
    Heavy 7/10
    Sorry For Now 5/10
    Halfway Right 2/10
    One More Light 7/10
    Sharp Edges 3/10
  67. KryoYmir
    Mar 6, 2018
    6
    Linkin Park has undeniably making their own brand of music since the beginning. Founded in 1996, the band started with an odd yet satisfying blend of metal and rap, spawning smash hits like Crawling, Papercut, In The End and more. Even when they moved on to a more appealing style of rap metal, they were incredibly unique, something die-hard fans and unrelentless haters alike can agree on.Linkin Park has undeniably making their own brand of music since the beginning. Founded in 1996, the band started with an odd yet satisfying blend of metal and rap, spawning smash hits like Crawling, Papercut, In The End and more. Even when they moved on to a more appealing style of rap metal, they were incredibly unique, something die-hard fans and unrelentless haters alike can agree on.
    One More Light throws all of that away.
    From the first synths of 'Nobody Can Save Me,' it becomes brutally clear this is going to be a textbook-definition pop album. Blinded by the unfortunate passing of Chester Bennington, fans have flocked en masse to defend this album.
    For a pop album, it's a well-written gem. But unfortunately, other genres of music exist, and Linkin Park was born and raised in them. A few well-made jewels shine in the murky depths of this excruciatingly dull experience, and the title track is one of the best Linkin Park songs to date. However, the highs of this album are only highs in the context of it, and are still lows compared to previous Linkin Park works.    … Expand
  68. MysticManiac
    Mar 10, 2018
    6
    Is it Linkin Park's worst studio album to date? Probably. But is it a bad album? Not really. There's still some good stuff to be enjoyed here and I still think it's worth checking out. A lot of the criticism it's getting is kind of unjust.
  69. TheCynicalAutis
    May 8, 2020
    6
    The album continues Linkin Park's trend of trying different sounds and experimenting with writing techniques, which in itself is a very respectable thing an artist or band can do. Unfortunately, the problems arise in the sound of the album. Whilst a few songs in particular stand out (at least to me), such as 'Nobody Can Save Me' and the titular track, which is one of the best things theThe album continues Linkin Park's trend of trying different sounds and experimenting with writing techniques, which in itself is a very respectable thing an artist or band can do. Unfortunately, the problems arise in the sound of the album. Whilst a few songs in particular stand out (at least to me), such as 'Nobody Can Save Me' and the titular track, which is one of the best things the band has written in their whole history, the experimentation aspect makes the album sound like the majority of what was coming out during the mid 2010s. It's really ironic, considering just three years prior, Mike spoke out against the state of the current rock scene, resulting in the release of 'The Hunting Party' which showed real promise in the band's progression. I can't hate on the album too much, though. It's not bad to listen to, it's very easy going and works well as background noise, but had Chester and Mike not been on the vocals, it really would've had almost nothing that would make it stand out against the competition.

    Hopefully their next release will revitalise the band and give them new light. Mike himself already showed more promise in his own album 'Post Traumatic', which was a lot more varied and overall had a better song line-up, so I have high hopes.

    Song ratings:

    Nobody Can Save Me - 8/10
    Good Goodbye - 6/10
    Talking To Myself - 7/10
    Battle Symphony - 8/10
    Invisible - 8/10
    Heavy - 5/10
    Sorry For Now - 4/10
    Halfway Right - 7/10
    One More Light - 10/10
    Sharp Edges - 5/10    … Expand
  70. 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
  71. Kai82
    Jan 5, 2020
    5
    It is by no standards a bad album! It is a break off in style from all previous albums and something no one expected. I will try to explain this in two examples: 1. Its like going to a vegan restaurant and they have an all you can eat beef week there (Real beef!). 2. Ed Sheeran is more metal than Linkin Park. For me it took a while to get used to it by my local radio station. I did notIt is by no standards a bad album! It is a break off in style from all previous albums and something no one expected. I will try to explain this in two examples: 1. Its like going to a vegan restaurant and they have an all you can eat beef week there (Real beef!). 2. Ed Sheeran is more metal than Linkin Park. For me it took a while to get used to it by my local radio station. I did not replay the album in moths. So how could I rate something I did not expect (or wanted?). It is a brave move and should be praised for that. On the other hand it is also a failure even if the music is good. I decided to give 5 of 10 points and a salute for bravery to Linkin Park.… Expand
  72. 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
  73. 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
  74. 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.
  75. 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.
  76. 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...
  77. 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.
  78. Brotelho
    Jun 13, 2017
    4
    This album encompasses all varieties of modern day pop, from Kygo to Years & Years to Milky Chance.
    But never actually do a good job at either. Most songs are boring and predictable. However, the drum beats are catchy, but that's where the buck stops. 3 out of the 10 songs are decent, but never really hit the mark. I feel like this album should have been a spin-off as they've done before    This album encompasses all varieties of modern day pop, from Kygo to Years & Years to Milky Chance.
    But never actually do a good job at either. Most songs are boring and predictable. However, the drum beats are catchy, but that's where the buck stops. 3 out of the 10 songs are decent, but never really hit the mark. I feel like this album should have been a spin-off as they've done before with Hybrid Theory/Reanimation and Living Things/Recharged. It would have been a good supplement rather than a full release. But at least it is more palatable than the Hunting Party, which I struggled to listen to in one play-through. Don't want to be too harsh, so 4 out of 10 stars is more than what this album deserves.    … Expand
  79. 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
  80. 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
  81. 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
  82. 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.
  83. 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
  84. 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
  85. 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
  86. MilesW1998
    Mar 3, 2018
    4
    Linkin Park delivered a lackluster electro-pop album that abandons the sound that gave them an identity for more mainstream success that failed regardlesss and will only be remembered for their frontman's death/final album.
  87. Mellowry
    Aug 18, 2021
    4
    I agree 'One More Light' is a masterpiece, 'Heavy' is also quite interesting since LP never put out a style like that, but it is mostly not my thing, the whole record is too maroon 5 ish for me, tries too much to be dramatic and the instrumentals sometimes don't quite fit Chesters neither Shinodas voices and verses. Every LP album had some reason for me to buy it, this one at least justI agree 'One More Light' is a masterpiece, 'Heavy' is also quite interesting since LP never put out a style like that, but it is mostly not my thing, the whole record is too maroon 5 ish for me, tries too much to be dramatic and the instrumentals sometimes don't quite fit Chesters neither Shinodas voices and verses. Every LP album had some reason for me to buy it, this one at least just doesn't, it barely has anything that is satisfying and catchy to me, though i can understand why people like this record, it just doesn't hit the right spot for me.… Expand
  88. 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
  89. 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.
  90. 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
  91. 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
  92. 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
  93. 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
  94. 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
  95. Garfield_LP
    May 23, 2017
    3
    Is it LP ? Is it music ? I want to see more guitars please , don't destroy your group , plese ........................................................
  96. FruitJuice
    Jul 18, 2017
    3
    what.....................................................................................................................................................
  97. PlugInBaby
    Jun 22, 2018
    3
    Really, Linkin Park? If you had to go to pop music, does it have to me the most overdone cookie-cutter genre electropop? The album's not terrible throughout, with the Coldplay-esque 'Talking To Myself' being the top track but you've got Chester's awful vocals in the excellently terribly-acclaimed 'Heavy', the cringe mess 'Good Goodbye' and the pure tropical noise of 'Sorry For Now'.Really, Linkin Park? If you had to go to pop music, does it have to me the most overdone cookie-cutter genre electropop? The album's not terrible throughout, with the Coldplay-esque 'Talking To Myself' being the top track but you've got Chester's awful vocals in the excellently terribly-acclaimed 'Heavy', the cringe mess 'Good Goodbye' and the pure tropical noise of 'Sorry For Now'. Regardless of Chester's death it's still hot garbage.… Expand
  98. Valim
    Nov 30, 2021
    3
    It´s a good album with very deep and sad lyrics. But the pop attempet, although brave, goes wrong. It´s not bad, it just doesn't wronk.
  99. Malivday
    Nov 30, 2021
    3
    It's not a bad album, but it's just not good either. Linkin Park attempts a more pop approach and fails to deliver the message
  100. 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
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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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