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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective journey
  • cathartic moments of release
  • thoughtful introspection during commute
  • emotional depth for late nights

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid emotional complexity and depth

Where this album fits

Themes
personal redemption· political disillusionment· post-9/11 anxiety
Career 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.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Year Zero by Nine Inch Nails — Explores dark themes of societal decay with a blend of electronic and rock textures.
Black Holes and Revelations by Muse — Combines introspective lyrics with a fusion of rock and electronic elements, reflecting political turmoil.
Playing the Angel by Depeche Mode — Shares a moody atmosphere and deep exploration of personal and societal issues through synth-driven sound.

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 2:47
  • 5 Shadow of the Day 4:52
  • 6 What I've Done 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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