Linkin Park

In August 2006, Linkin Park was in the thick of their meteoric rise, having just released their third studio album, 'Minutes to Midnight', a year earlier. However, the live performance of 'Numb' at the Summer Sonic Festival in Chiba, Japan, showcased their earlier, powerhouse sound from 'Meteora', which had come out in 2003. This era was particularly significant, marked by their fusion of nu-metal and alternative rock and the struggles with fame that influenced their music. Fun fact: 'Numb' became one of their most iconic songs, resonating with fans for its themes of alienation and desperation. This performance captures the band's dynamic stage presence and their ongoing evolution, setting the stage for the groundbreaking work that was yet to come.

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