Linkin Park to Perform in a Nation They Abstained From for Over a Decade
After a seven-year hiatus, Linkin Park is making a triumphant return to the music scene with their new album, From Zero, and a highly-anticipated tour down under. This new chapter for the iconic band marks a tribute to their legacy and a great addition to their canon.
From Zero, the first album released by Linkin Park since the tragic passing of Chester Bennington, was met with critical acclaim upon its release in 2024. Metal Hammer's Merlin Alderslade gave the album an 8/10 review, praising its blend of the band's signature sound with a fresh, modern twist.
The album has been a massive success, debuting at #1 in 14 countries including Australia. Linkin Park last headlined Soundwave Festival in Australia in 2013, and their fans have been eagerly waiting for their return ever since.
Co-frontman Mike Shinoda stated that getting back on the road has been incredible and they are ready to bring the energy of From Zero to Australia. The tour will include three dates in the country, a visit they haven't made since 2013.
Linkin Park will be performing at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre on March 3, 2026, the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne on March 8, 2026, and the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney on March 14, 2026.
The band has been keeping busy, playing dozens of dates in support of From Zero since its release. In a surprise move, Emily Armstrong was hired as the new frontwoman for Linkin Park in secret and was introduced at a show in Los Angeles in September 2023. Armstrong has been a hit with fans, bringing her unique energy and vocal prowess to the band's live shows.
Tickets for the Australian shows will go on sale on August 22, 2025, with LP Underground fan club members getting exclusive presale access starting on August 18, 2025. Fans are encouraged to act quickly, as tickets for the tour have been selling out quickly.
This tour will be a must-see for any Linkin Park fan, as they pay tribute to their legacy and continue to push the boundaries of rock music. Don't miss your chance to see them live in Australia in 2026.
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- After a seven-year hiatus, Linkin Park's new album From Zero and a tour down under are highly anticipated, following their headlining at Soundwave Festival in Australia in 2013.
- The album From Zero, released in 2024, marked a tribute to Linkin Park's legacy and received critical acclaim, with Metal Hammer's Merlin Alderslade giving it an 8/10 review.
- Linkin Park will tour Australia in 2026, performing at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre on March 3, the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne on March 8, and the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney on March 14.
- Emily Armstrong was hired as the new frontwoman for Linkin Park in secret and was introduced at a show in Los Angeles in September 2023, bringing her unique energy and vocal prowess to the band's live shows.
- Tickets for the Australian shows will go on sale on August 22, 2025, with LP Underground fan club members getting exclusive presale access starting on August 18, 2025.
- Linkin Park has been pushing the boundaries of rock music, playing dozens of dates in support of From Zero since its release, and this tour will be a must-see for any Linkin Park fan.
