Remembering Chester Benington
Benington’s breakthrough came in 1999 when he became the lead singer of Linkin Park. The band’s debut album, “Hybrid Theory” in 2000, was a massive success, featuring hits like “Crawling” and “In the End.” He was born on this day in 1976
Remembering Chester Benington
Chester Charles Bennington was born on March 20, 1976, in Phoenix, Arizona. He developed an early passion for music, influenced by bands like Depeche Mode and Stone Temple Pilots. In his teenage years, Bennington faced significant personal challenges, including his parents’ divorce and experiences of abuse, which led him to seek solace in songwriting and performing.
In the early 1990s, Bennington joined the band Grey Daze as lead vocalist, gaining local recognition in the Phoenix music scene. His breakthrough came in 1999 when he became the lead singer of Linkin Park. The band’s debut album, “Hybrid Theory” (2000), was a massive success, featuring hits like “Crawling” and “In the End.” Subsequent albums, including “Meteora” (2003) and “Minutes to Midnight” (2007), solidified Linkin Park’s status as a leading force in alternative rock.
Beyond Linkin Park, Bennington explored other musical projects. In 2005, he formed Dead by Sunrise, releasing the album “Out of Ashes” in 2009. He also served as the lead vocalist for Stone Temple Pilots from 2013 to 2015, recording the EP “High Rise” with the band.
Tragically, Chester Bennington passed away on July 20, 2017, at his home in Palos Verdes Estates, California, at the age of 41. His death was ruled a suicide. Bennington’s powerful voice and emotive performances left an indelible mark on the music industry, and his work continues to resonate with fans worldwide.
Look back at the Linkin Park 2000 music video for “One Step Closer”
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