Post Traumatic cover

Released 8 years ago this June

Post Traumatic

Mike Shinoda · 2018

53 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · hip-hop · alternative metal

A raw and introspective journey blending alternative rock with hip-hop influences, reflecting personal turmoil and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for deep reflection
  • introspective themes of resilience
  • personal narratives across all tracks
  • emotional catharsis through raw honesty
  • consistent development throughout listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek purely upbeat vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Post Traumatic is Mike Shinoda's first solo album following the death of Linkin Park's Chester Bennington in 2017. Released on June 15, 2018, it marked a significant artistic exploration for Shinoda as he grappled with loss and his identity outside of the band. This project showcases his evolution from a collaborative frontman to an individual artist navigating grief and healing.
Stylistic neighbors
Linkin Park· Fort Minor· Breaking Benjamin

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Place to Start 2:13
  • 2 Over Again 3:50
  • 3 Watching as I Fall 3:31
  • 4 Nothing Makes Sense Anymore 3:33
  • 5 About You 3:26
  • 6 Brooding (instrumental) 2:31
  • 7 Promises I Can’t Keep 3:22
  • 8 Crossing a Line 4:02
  • 9 Hold It Together 3:25
  • 10 Ghosts 2:54
  • 11 Make It Up as I Go 3:29
  • 12 Lift Off 4:00
  • 13 I.O.U. 2:42
  • 14 Running From My Shadow 3:24
  • 15 World’s on Fire 3:15
  • 16 Can’t Hear You Now 3:27

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