A Thousand Suns [ Vinyl / 12" Album ]

A Thousand Suns

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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

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  • Released Date: 15 Nov 2010

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Linkin Park's "A Thousand Suns" is a sonic rollercoaster through the depths of our existential angst, wrapped in a shiny package of electronic beats and distorted guitars. This album is like a musical middle finger to all those who thought Linkin Park's sound was one-dimensional. From the opening track "The Requiem", we are thrown into a sea of swirling synths and haunting vocals, setting the tone for an album that refuses to be pigeonholed. The band's bold experimentation with electronic elements and atmospheric textures creates a sound that is futuristic and yet strangely familiar. Tracks like "Burning in the Skies" and "Waiting for the End" showcase Linkin Park at their most vulnerable and introspective, with frontman Chester Bennington's emotive vocals shining through the dense production. The band's collaboration with Rick Rubin and Mike Shinoda's impressive production skills result in a cohesive sonic landscape that is both ambitious and cohesive. However, not every experiment is a success. Songs like "Wretches and Kings" and "When They Come for Me" feel like a bit of a misfire, with their heavy-handed political themes and overbearing production detracting from the overall listening experience. In conclusion, "A Thousand Suns" is a bold, ambitious album that showcases Linkin Park's willingness to push boundaries and explore new sonic territories. While not every track hits the mark, the album as a whole is a fascinating journey that is sure to satisfy fans of the band's earlier work while also pushing them out of their comfort zone.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. The Requiem
2. The Radiance
3. Burning in the Skies
4. Empty Spaces
5. When They Come for Me
6. Robot Boy
7. Jornada Del Muerto
8. Waiting for the End
9. Blackout
10. Wretches and Kings
11. Wisdom, Justice and Love
12. Iridescent
13. Fallout
14. The Catalyst
15. The Messenger

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