Reanimation
by Linkin Park
User Score
7.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 214 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 156 out of 214
  2. Mixed: 33 out of 214
  3. Negative: 25 out of 214

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  1. DME
    Sep 30, 2013
    7
    In short, the album has a range of awesome and disappointing tracks. It's at least worth checking out.
  2. JamesT
    Jul 6, 2008
    10
    Great Album! Like a new album!
  3. asylumspadez
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Easily the worst they have ever put out. A completely pointless remix album that does nothing but butcher and ruin classic LP songs for no reason at all.
  4. [Anonymous]
    Aug 14, 2002
    10
    This vote is not for Reanimation; it is for Hybrid Theory, since both CDs are pretty much the same. Anyway, Hybrid Theory, I think, is one of the best albums of the year. Almost every song on Hybrid Theory is one that I like, something I can't say for any other album outside of Creed's "Weathered." Excellent CD (meaning Hybrid Theory). Buy it immediately.
  5. Pyns
    Jul 1, 2004
    4
    Terrible at best.
  6. JG
    Aug 19, 2002
    0
    Let's take a mediocre, uncreative rock album, and strip away the hooks. We'll add a bunch of noise, spell everything wrong, and sell it back to our fans. it's not new, but it's kinda new! what crap.
  7. RyanR
    Aug 25, 2003
    2
    This sucks. This is a sad attemt to make a few bucks and hold fans until Meteora comes (came) out. If that was really their thought I would be suprised if anyone buys Meteora. Figuring out what songs are on the cd is a nightmare. Rnw@y? What the hell? I gave this a 2 because my favorite songs from Hybrid Theory (Papercut and In the End) don't suck as bad as the rest. I think My This sucks. This is a sad attemt to make a few bucks and hold fans until Meteora comes (came) out. If that was really their thought I would be suprised if anyone buys Meteora. Figuring out what songs are on the cd is a nightmare. Rnw@y? What the hell? I gave this a 2 because my favorite songs from Hybrid Theory (Papercut and In the End) don't suck as bad as the rest. I think My December (notice my proper grammer) is the original but if it isn't then the remix is damn good for a remix. In conclusion; don't waste your 15 bucks on this. Either get Meteora or Hybrid Theory now.… Expand
  8. Bob
    May 14, 2004
    5
    No. They are NOT the greatest band ever. Maybe in mainstream.. :|
  9. InsertNameHere
    Aug 22, 2007
    1
    Not COMPLETELY horrible but after listening to Hybrid Theory and then listening to this you realize just how good Hybrid Theory is. Do yourself a favor, ignore this and buy Hybrid Theory.
  10. MattP
    Dec 14, 2003
    0
    Crap on a plate. The only way to describe Linkin Park's man-child whining and over pretentious guitar rifts. I offically dub Linkin Park as the worst sound to ever come out of anything.
  11. JakeK.
    Aug 14, 2002
    8
    i like en e enth the most
  12. AnnS
    Jul 1, 2004
    10
    This cd is excellent!!
  13. danielr.
    Jun 3, 2007
    4
    never was a fan of remixes, but there were 4 good ones-so 4 stars
  14. JustinT.
    Aug 10, 2002
    9
    I was suprised by how much i enjoyed this album.True its not as good as Hybrid Theory.But its still a very good album that i would recomend to anyone who is a linkin park fan.
  15. DerekM
    Jul 8, 2004
    8
    i liked the album. it really wasnt that much greater then HT though...but remixes are cool. Just one sugestion...if LP remixed the songs themselves instead of getting other ppl to do it then i wouldve gave them a 10. Peace Out! -Pudls ;)
  16. SimonoD
    Jan 5, 2005
    10
    this record kicks ass, i think this is their second best album after Hybrid Theory. Lp Rules!
  17. mg
    May 4, 2006
    10
    Absolutly awsome!!
  18. Thelistener
    Jul 8, 2006
    10
    A production master piece, all you who think its crap, obviously didn't listen to it properly, or maybe you're deaf. To see them trying to break boundaries and put there reputation on the line is impressive. But if your narrow minded enough to only appreciate one style of music then you wont like it.
  19. WolffyW
    Aug 15, 2009
    6
    The reanimation album is great in some ways. The fact that they are using a drum machine and a drummer strikes me as creative and the mixing work is stylish. However, One of the main sins of Linkin Parks music is almost put on total display: the clique qualities of their music. It sickens me to hear "I tried so hard and got so far but in the end, it doesn't even matter" as a chorus. The reanimation album is great in some ways. The fact that they are using a drum machine and a drummer strikes me as creative and the mixing work is stylish. However, One of the main sins of Linkin Parks music is almost put on total display: the clique qualities of their music. It sickens me to hear "I tried so hard and got so far but in the end, it doesn't even matter" as a chorus. I can hear a crying teenager behind every line. Yet, there is style behind the music and the guests, although within the quantities aren't very exiting, are well chosen. The album isn't worth my money, but I did borrow the album as it it still worth my ear.… Expand
  20. Joedirrtt
    Jul 31, 2002
    9
    great cd, gotta get it
  21. DannyG.
    Aug 1, 2002
    10
    This Album is Awsome. All the songs on this cd are awsome the next cd is going to be awsome can't wait for that Album.
  22. FredW.
    Aug 7, 2002
    1
    Remixed crap. Won't ever buy another L.P. CD on faith. Very disappointing, especially considering how great the Hybrid Theory CD was. Techo-remix crap!
  23. SatchmoA
    Jul 9, 2004
    10
    This album is utterly spetacualr... Almost 100 different artist join together, to form a new genre of perfection. Rap, Hip-Hop, Alternitave and more than you could hope for. From Mike's melodic rapping, to Chester's raging vocals of pure insanity, the whole album is Top-Shelf goodness. And I come to conclude that this album is a must have for anyone who likes "music". And Yes This album is utterly spetacualr... Almost 100 different artist join together, to form a new genre of perfection. Rap, Hip-Hop, Alternitave and more than you could hope for. From Mike's melodic rapping, to Chester's raging vocals of pure insanity, the whole album is Top-Shelf goodness. And I come to conclude that this album is a must have for anyone who likes "music". And Yes MATT P, You SHOULD try your mother on a plate, just like CHRIS B had told you to. Well matt you did that even before chris's excellent advice eh?… Expand
  24. paulv
    Nov 3, 2005
    9
    Thiz is a great album to bop your head to!!
  25. JCSemidei
    Mar 9, 2005
    4
    Why LP? How could you have done this? This album is the frankstein of music....
  26. Cai
    Apr 30, 2005
    9
    Pretty damned impressive, better than the original in many ways; less repetitive and formulaic, more coherant and ultimately more appealing. Now we need a retake of Meteora.
  27. TheKilla
    Aug 29, 2005
    10
    the best remix album i've ever heard, the songs truly live up to the originals. this album is must have for any LP or rock fan.
  28. Dave
    Sep 11, 2006
    10
    As the Listener states well Linkin Park stepped out into the unknown in this album. They have my full respect for such a move. What an awesome album that came from it too, full of emotion and great music. 10/10
  29. Gavin
    Nov 20, 2007
    9
    Loved this when it came out most tracks on here worked better than the originals specially Krawlin (or how ever its spelt on the track) other favioutes include My{Dsmbr and In Te En. Overall nice album i still listen to it to this day.
  30. KivK
    Mar 17, 2007
    10
    best cd ever
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 14
  3. Negative: 2 out of 14
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    67
    On the one hand, the results are more varied than the monochromatic ''Hybrid Theory.'' On the other hand, the remixes at times obliterate one of the band's most distinctive characteristics -- the vocal interplay between singer Chester Bennington and MC Mike Shinoda, a blend that allows their pop tendencies to poke through from time to time.
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  2. Dot Music
    30
    The dominant sound is of flickering sequencers and heavy-handed synth-pomp which showcases Linkin Park's keen interest in the work of Depeche Mode, but also often leaves them sounding about as cutting-edge and dangerous as Jesus Jones.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    60
    The music isn't exactly groundbreaking, and none of the remixes improve on the Hybrid Theory originals, but the boyish energy of Reanimation has its own appeal, and it's not too far emotionally from the tried-so-hard spirit of "In the End."
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