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Linkin Park has made a notable comeback with their latest single, “Unshattered,” which launched on April 25. The track quickly gained traction, becoming a favorite among listeners and achieving impressive sales figures shortly after its release in the United States.
Linkin Park Secures the No. 2 Spot on iTunes
As of the latest update, “Unshattered” is sitting at No. 2 on the iTunes chart for top-selling songs in the U.S. The only single surpassing it is “Damocles,” the newly released track by fellow rock group Sleep Token. This competition prevents Linkin Park from reaching the top spot, at least temporarily.
“Unshattered” as Part of the From Zero Deluxe Edition
This new release is not merely a standalone single; it is part of the band’s deluxe edition of their latest album, From Zero. “Unshattered” is the second single from this forthcoming deluxe version, which follows the original album release in the fall of 2024. This album marked a significant chapter for Linkin Park, as it was their first project featuring new vocalist Emily Armstrong after the tragic passing of Chester Bennington.
The From Zero album represented a crucial turning point for the band. After a period of uncertainty regarding their future, Linkin Park returned to the studio, and the response from fans has been overwhelmingly positive.
Continuing a Series of Successful Releases
“Unshattered” comes on the heels of another successful track, “Up From the Bottom,” which was released a month prior as the first single from the deluxe edition of From Zero. This song reignited interest in the album and became a significant hit on rock radio, recently rising to the No. 1 position on the Rock & Alternative Airplay chart.
Highlights from the Original From Zero Release
The original version of From Zero featured four singles, with “The Emptiness Machine” emerging as a standout success. This track achieved remarkable success, reaching the No. 1 spot on multiple rock-focused Billboard charts and maintaining a strong presence for several months.
Following that hit were three additional singles: “Heavy as the Crown,” “Over Each Other,” and “Two-Faced.” Among this group, “Heavy as the Crown” proved to be the most successful, enjoying a lengthy stay within the top 10 of various Billboard rankings, demonstrating Linkin Park’s resilience and continued appeal in the rock genre.
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