Linkin Park – Minutes To Midnight (2018 Reissue)

Description

Minutes To Midnight marks Linkin Park’s bold shift into a more expansive, emotionally charged rock sound. Moving away from the nu‑metal blueprint that defined their early years, the band embraced cleaner production, wider dynamics, and more vulnerable songwriting. The result is one of their most mature and impactful records — a transitional album that broadened their identity and cemented their longevity.

This 2018 reissue offers a modern, high‑quality pressing of the album, giving renewed clarity to standout tracks like “Given Up,” “Leave Out All The Rest,” “Bleed It Out,” “Shadow Of The Day,” and the monumental “What I’ve Done.” The sequencing flows from explosive energy to atmospheric introspection, showcasing the band’s versatility and Chester Bennington’s unmatched emotional range.

Why This Record Is in the Crimson Vinyl Collection

This reissue earns its place in the Crimson Vinyl catalogue because it represents a pivotal moment in Linkin Park’s evolution — a reinvention that expanded their sound and influence. The 2018 pressing delivers excellent fidelity, making it the ideal version for collectors who want a clean, modern copy of one of the band’s most important albums. It’s essential for fans of alternative rock, post‑nu‑metal, and emotionally driven songwriting.

Tracklisting

Side A

1. Wake
2. Given Up
3. Leave Out All The Rest
4. Bleed It Out
5. Shadow Of The Day
6. What I’ve Done

Side B

7. Hands Held High
8. No More Sorrow
9. Valentine’s Day
10. In Between
11. In Pieces
12. The Little Things Give You Away