Linkin Park guitarist Brad Delson has confirmed that whereas he labored on the band’s new music, he won’t be collaborating of their upcoming reunion tour dates.

The guitarist was conspicuously lacking from Thursday’s (Sept. 5) international livestream occasion because the band took the stage with Mike Shinoda noting that Alex Feder was filling in for Delson. Feder will reportedly be the band’s new touring guitarist.

In his assertion, Delson shared his thanks for the assist of everybody concerned, expressed his awe of the band’s new additions Emily Armstrong and Colin Brittain after which supplied his clarification as to why he would not be a part of the run. He additionally confirmed Feder’s continued involvement past the latest efficiency.

Why Brad Delson Will Miss Linkin Park’s Reunion Tour

The guitarist expressed, “I’ve always felt deeply connected to and proud of our live performances. Over the years I’ve realized I thrive most when I’m actively working with my bandmates behind the scenes––in the studio, collaborating on our new music, and helping build our live show.”

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“I am so proud of everything we continue to create together. While I will not be performing on tour in this new chapter, I am super excited to introduce Alex—my handsome deputy on the road. Alex is a world-class musician, a kind and thoughtful friend, and we are truly fortunate he’ll be contributing his unique talent to our LP universe,” continued Delson.

The full assertion is shared beneath:

Beyond excited to share this new chapter with the world.

Bringing our imaginative and prescient to life is the fruits of many twists and turns, as we proceed our distinctive journey collectively as a band. We couldn’t do it and not using a perception in what is feasible, even when issues appear inconceivable; with out the power to pay attention, significantly when feelings run deep; and with out the assist and love of everybody round us. Thank you thanks thanks.

In awe of @emilyarmstrong and @colinbrittain for his or her expertise, ardour, and partnership. Deep gratitude to all my bandmates for his or her humility, onerous work, and friendship.

I’ve all the time felt deeply related to and pleased with our stay performances. Over the years I’ve realized I thrive most after I’m actively working with my bandmates behind the scenes––within the studio, collaborating on our new music, and serving to construct our stay present.

I’m so pleased with all the things we proceed to create collectively. While I can’t be acting on tour on this new chapter, I’m tremendous excited to introduce Alex—my good-looking deputy on the highway. Alex is a world-class musician, a sort and considerate pal, and we’re actually lucky he’ll be contributing his distinctive expertise to our LP universe.

Fresh eyes, sincere appreciation, and devoted teamwork have introduced us to this particular second. The privilege of sharing our creativity with you. Thank you for becoming a member of us on the journey.

-BBB

Linkin Park in 2024

With the band having debuted new music throughout their livestreamed live performance, that opens the door for what comes subsequent. Linkin Park will launch a brand new album titled From Zero due Nov. 15 that can function “The Emptiness Machine.” The album is available for pre-order now.

In addition, there are six dates forthcoming in Los Angeles, New York, Hamburg, London, Seoul and Bogota. Ticketing info can be found at the band’s website.

Sept. 11 – Los Angeles, Calif. @ Kia Forum
Sept. 16 – New York, N.Y. @ Barclays Center
Sept. 22 – Hamburg, Germany @ Barclays Arena
Sept. 24 – London, U.K. @ The O2
Sept. 28 – Seoul, South Korea @ INSPIRE Arena
Nov. 11 – Bogota, Colombia @ Coliseo Medplus