Linkin Park

In July 2005, Linkin Park was riding high on the success of their second studio album, "Meteora," which had been released in March of that same year. The album included hits like "Somewhere I Belong" and "Faint," significantly broadening their reach and solidifying their place in the nu-metal and alternative rock scenes. The performance at Live 8, a global event aimed at raising awareness and funds to combat poverty, showcased their growing prominence in the music industry and highlighted their crossover appeal beyond just the rock genre. This event was not only significant for its charitable purpose but also for its massive viewership, with an estimated 2 billion people tuning in worldwide. The exposure from such a high-profile event likely contributed to their continued commercial success and fanbase expansion in the years that followed.

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