Emily Armstrong of DeadSara proves Mike Shinoda’s faith in her talent was right with her powerful voice, raw performances, and relentless dedication to rock music!

The Relationship Between Emily Armstrong and Linkin ParkWhen Chester Bennington passed away tragically in 2017, Linkin Park’s survival appeared to be in jeopardy. With a voice that embodied the band’s sound of vulnerability and wrath, Chester was more than just a frontman—he was the band’s soul. How can that be replaced? The short answer is no, you don’t. The more complicated explanation, which we are currently dealing with, is that Linkin Park sought a fresh voice rather than a replacement. Someone who could advance them while preserving the past. And now for Emily Armstrong.

How + Why Linkin Park Hired Emily Armstrong as New Vocalist

Chester’s search for a replacement must have been like trying to find a needle in a haystack while wearing a blindfold and having additional hay thrown on top of you every minute. Fans were, to put it mildly, dubious. How could anyone fill that position? Chester could scream loud enough to break glass, and his voice ranged from a whisper. However, Mike Shinoda and the group were aware that they couldn’t just copy the past. They had to change.

Linkin Park founder Mike Shinoda defends new vocalist Emily Armstrong amid  criticism - CNA Lifestyle

In an interview, Mike Shinoda stated, “We knew from the start that we couldn’t go for a ‘Chester clone.'” “It had to be someone who could still access the emotions our music requires while bringing their own energy and passion.” Dead Sara’s main singer, Emily Armstrong, has a voice that is both forceful and unvarnished. It was more important to move the band into a new era than it was to replace Chester.How Emily Armstrong Joined Linkin Park: The Official Announcement

Who Is Emily Armstrong, Linkin Park's New Singer?

The internet went crazy when Linkin Park formally announced Emily Armstrong’s joining the band. Was it unexpected? Of course. However, it wasn’t your typical “Whoa, that was unexpected!” shock. It was more along the lines of “Wait, Dead Sara’s singer? It’s going to be crazy! Emily had a style that was gritty in the greatest way imaginable. She was capable of screaming, singing, and—above all—having the courage to take the stage where Chester had been.

How Emily Armstrong Joined Linkin Park: The Official AnnouncementThe internet went crazy when Linkin Park formally announced Emily Armstrong’s joining the band. Was it unexpected? Of course. However, it wasn’t your typical “Whoa, that was unexpected!” shock. It was more along the lines of “Wait, Dead Sara’s singer? It’s going to be crazy! Emily had a style that was gritty in the greatest way imaginable. She was capable of screaming, singing, and—above all—having the courage to take the stage where Chester had been.

Emily Armstrong (Dead Sara front woman) is the new vocalist of Linkin Park  : r/fantanoforever

How Emily Armstrong Joined Linkin Park: The Official AnnouncementThe internet went crazy when Linkin Park formally announced Emily Armstrong’s joining the band. Was it unexpected? Of course. However, it wasn’t your typical “Whoa, that was unexpected!” shock. It was more along the lines of “Wait, Dead Sara’s singer? It’s going to be crazy! Emily had a style that was gritty in the greatest way imaginable. She was capable of screaming, singing, and—above all—having the courage to take the stage where Chester had been.