Fans of Linkin Park are buzzing with excitement and confusion after a countdown on the band’s official website and social media platforms concluded with an enigmatic message. The timer, which lasted 100 hours, was initiated on Saturday and sparked speculation about a potential new tour featuring a new lead singer. When the countdown reached its end on Wednesday afternoon, it appeared to glitch and began counting backwards instead.
“It’s only a matter of time…” Linkin Park’s social media accounts posted as the timer reversed.
Reactions from fans ranged from frustration to humor. One fan expressed their bewilderment on X, asking, “What does it mean?!” while another on Instagram exclaimed, “MAN WHATS GOING ON.” Jokes circulated on social media, with one tweet suggesting, “Every time you guess the new Linkin Park singer incorrectly another 100 hours gets added to the timer.” Another user quipped, “In the end, the Linkin Park countdown didn’t even matter,” while another remarked on Instagram, “I can’t believe that I’ve been trolled by one of my favorite bands.”
As of Thursday morning, there had been no official announcements from Linkin Park. Speculation had initially centered around the possibility of a reunion tour with a new vocalist following the death of original frontman Chester Bennington in 2017.
Amid the buzz, some suggested that Deryck Whibley, the lead singer of Sum 41, might join Linkin Park after his band’s farewell tour. Whibley had mentioned he would make an announcement the same day the countdown ended but later clarified that he was not joining Linkin Park or any other band.
According to Arizona’s 98 KUPD radio station, Whibley’s announcement turned out to be an offer for a free, autographed book jacket for fans pre-ordering his memoir, “Walking Disaster.” He humorously noted the challenges of timing announcements amid multiple rock artists making news simultaneously.
In earlier reports, it was revealed that Linkin Park members Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, and Dave Farrell were contemplating a reunion for concerts in 2025, potentially featuring a female vocalist. The band, known for their unique blend of hip-hop, alternative rock, and nu-metal, was one of the defining acts of the 2000s.
Jay Gordon, frontman of Orgy, stirred speculation in March when he suggested a Linkin Park reunion might involve a “girl singer.” However, he later claimed to have no concrete information about new developments regarding a lead singer.
Names rumored for the position include Amy Lee, the frontwoman of Evanescence. Lee expressed interest in the idea of collaborating but stated she hadn’t been contacted.
Linkin Park has remained a key player in the music scene with hits like “In the End,” “Numb,” and “Crawling.” Earlier this year, they reignited reunion rumors with a greatest hits album featuring a previously unreleased track. Shinoda emphasized that any official news would be shared through the band’s website, stating, “When there’s something to tell you, we will tell you.”