Linkin Park Extend Rock Reign, Gear Up for Sacramento Show Tomorrow

Lead: Linkin Park’s single “The Emptiness Machine” sustained its grip atop Germany’s rock chart for a ninth consecutive week, as the band prepares to headline Golden 1 Center in Sacramento on September 17 under their From Zero World Tour.

Nut Graf: The enduring popularity of “The Emptiness Machine” underscores Linkin Park’s successful resurgence following their 2024 comeback album, From Zero. With chart-topping singles and a packed tour schedule, the band is capitalizing on renewed momentum and fan enthusiasm.

Chart-Topping Success Linkin Park’s lead single “The Emptiness Machine” remains at No. 1 on Germany’s Official Rock Chart for the ninth week in a row, making it the longest-running rock leader in the country this year. The track also secured the top spot on Billboard’s Alternative and Mainstream Rock Airplay charts upon release.

Tour Momentum After completing a U.S. leg that saw sold-out arenas, the band will play Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, CA, on September 17. This date follows their performance at SAP Center in San Jose on September 15 and precedes stops in Portland and Vancouver.

Band Lineup and Live Energy Fronted by Emily Armstrong and founding member Mike Shinoda, with Brad Delson, Phoenix Farrell, Joe Hahn, and Colin Brittain, Linkin Park has garnered acclaim for blending new material from From Zero with classic hits. Reviewers praise Armstrong’s dynamic vocals and the band’s high-octane stage presence.

Looking Ahead Following their North American tour dates through late October, Linkin Park will head to Latin America and Europe through mid-2026. Fans can expect further setlist surprises as the band continues to bridge their legacy sound with fresh compositions.