Minutes to Midnight
Linkin Park · 2007
43 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · hip-hop · pop rock
A bold fusion of rock, electronic elements, and introspective lyrics that captures a moment of change.
Why this album works
'Minutes to Midnight' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum by the RIAA. The single 'What I've Done' received significant airplay and became emblematic of the band's evolving sound, while the album's exploration of complex social issues resonated with listeners during a politically charged era.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey cathartic moments of release thoughtful introspection during commute
- Context
- Released on May 14, 2007, 'Minutes to Midnight' marked Linkin Park's third studio album and a significant shift in their sonic direction following the commercial success of 'Meteora' in 2003. The band aimed for a more mature sound, stepping away from their nu-metal roots to explore themes of personal and political turmoil, which was evident in the album's darker tone.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Panic! at the Disco· Lady Gaga· Miley Cyrus· Pitbull· Taylor Swift· Flo Rida· Katy Perry· Kesha
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake 1:43
- 2 Given Up 3:11
- 3 Leave Out All the Rest 3:32
- 4 Bleed It Out Standout 2:47
- 5 Shadow of the Day Standout 4:52
- 6 What I've Done Standout 3:29
- 7 Hands Held High 3:55
- 8 No More Sorrow 3:44
- 9 Valentine's Day 3:19
- 10 In Between 3:19
- 11 In Pieces 3:40
- 12 The Little Things Give You Away 6:26
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