113. Linkin Park

They may have merged Rap and Alternative Rock, yet Linkin Park may have had a lot more Pop sensibilities that even they themselves were aware of. They struck gold in 2000 and though they have yet to repeat the success of their debut, they are a better band overall than they get credit for. This may not make them HOF worthy, but overall a band worthy of a look.

The Bullet Points:
Eligible Since:
2025

Country of Origin:
U.S.A. (Agoura Park, California)

NIHOF’s Favorite Album:
Hybrid Theory (2000)

NIHOF’s Favorite Song:
In the End (From Hybrid Theory, 2000)

Should Linkin Park be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 93.3%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 4.1%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0.5%

No opinion. - 0.5%

No way! - 1.5%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Wednesday, 01 January 2025
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Agoura Park, California)
Why they will get in: They had the hits, and Chester Bennington's death actually helps, as sad is that sounds.
Why they won't get in: As susccessful as they were, they were not critically beloved.
Nominated in: Never
Essential Albums: Hybrid Theory (2000)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: In The End (From Hybrid Theory, 2000)