On the night of February 16, 2025, the air at Jakarta’s Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Stadium was electric. After years of silence, Linkin Park made their long-awaited return to the big stage this time with a new face and a renewed spirit. Fronting the band was Emily Armstrong, whose powerful vocals and raw emotion captivated thousands of fans who had waited years for this moment.
Emily Armstrong: The Brave New Voice
Stepping into a role once held by the late Chester Bennington is no small task. For Emily Armstrong, that challenge came with both weight and respect. But that night, she proved she wasn’t just a replacement she was a revelation.
Her voice carried through the stadium with intensity and grace as she performed timeless anthems like “Numb,” “Breaking the Habit,” and “Somewhere I Belong.” And when she paused between songs and said: “This one’s for Chester.” The crowd erupted a mix of cheers, tears, and heartfelt emotion filled the night.
The concert opened with “Somewhere I Belong” and closed with “In the End,” sung in unison by the entire stadium. In between, the band introduced several tracks from their new album, “From Zero,” symbolizing a fresh chapter in Linkin Park’s journey. Mike Shinoda was all smiles on stage, often engaging with the crowd.
At one point, he shouted with genuine warmth: “Terima kasih, Indonesia! You’ve always been our second home.”
The moment drew thunderous applause, a reminder of how deeply the band is loved in this part of the world.
Local Touch in a Global Tour
Ahead of the show, Linkin Park made headlines in Indonesia for their playful and local-style promotion. According to several media outlets, the band surprised fans by handing out tahu bulat (a popular Indonesian street snack) in Jakarta. The gesture, though simple, won the hearts of fans and went viral on social media showing a fun
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