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Podcast: Down On High: Examining the Records That Made Us
Episode: Link Park - Hybrid Theory/Meteora
Description: In this episode, Greg and Tyler explore the beginnings of Linkin Park, delving into the band's first two studio albums: Hybrid Theory (2000) and Meteora (2003). We examine the history behind these iconic records and discuss the impact they've had on the music landscape - particularly their blend of hard edged misery and hip hop elements. Linkin Park formed in 1996, originally under the name Xero, and with a unique blend of alternative rock, nu metal, and rap. We discuss the creative process behind Hybrid Theory, which became the best-selling debut album of the 21st century, with over 30 million copies s...