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Keys to the Kingdom (song)

Keys to the Kingdom (song)

2014 song by Linkin Park


"Keys to the Kingdom" is a song by American rock band Linkin Park from their sixth studio album, The Hunting Party. It is the album's opening track, and entered the UK Rock chart at number 33, although it was not released as a single. The song was written by the band and produced by co-lead vocalist Mike Shinoda and lead guitarist Brad Delson.

Quick Facts Song by Linkin Park, from the album The Hunting Party ...

Composition

"Keys to the Kingdom" is explained in an early preview for the album as, "Right off the bat this track has an old-school punk vibe with a new twist. The hasty drums and explosive riffs [add] a hardcore element to it. Vocalist Chester Bennington unleashes melodies and the balance of Shinoda’s rap verses makes for a powerful combination. Although the band will be playing arenas on their forthcoming Carnivores tour, this song has an underground feel that would welcome them to a small, beat up venue in Brooklyn, N.Y."[1] The song continues its outro into the album's second track, "All for Nothing" featuring Page Hamilton of Helmet.

Reception

In a track-by-track review for the album, by Billboard's Kenneth Partridge highlighted Linkin Park's "back-to-basics approach", hardcore punk-styled introduction, and overall nu metal sound akin to their early releases.[2]

Personnel

Charts

More information Chart (2014), Peak position ...

References

  1. Partridge, Kenneth (June 18, 2014). "Linkin Park's 'The Hunting Party': Track-by-Track Review". Billboard. Archived from the original on June 21, 2014. Retrieved June 20, 2014.

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